When shopping for engagement rings there are many choices out there, but for a different and beautiful choice, you might want to look at Asscher cut engagement rings. Although many people do not know what an Asscher cut is, once they have seen Asscher cut engagement rings they usually really like them.
There are a great many different cuts for diamonds. Some of the more common are round, princess, oval, and emerald cuts. The Asscher cut was created by brothers who lived in Holland in 1902. An octagon is the most common shape to describe an Asscher cut. Really it is a square with very trimmed corners. Some jewelers may also refer to this as a modified cushion cut diamond. The stone has a mirrored effect which is made up of the many different steps when cutting the stone. It is these cuts that actually allow the stone to have a lot more dimension when you look at it.
Paying close attention to the type of stone you are purchasing is very important when buying Asscher cut engagement rings due to the increased dimensions of the stone. With these facets, if your stone has imperfections, they will be easier to see with the naked eye. Also,colour is extremely important in Asscher cut engagement rings. Keeping in mind the cost element, the near to colourless your stone can be the better. Whilst looking around for your diamond you will want to consider the size also. While you can typically find Asscher cut diamonds that range in size from a third of a carat to over three, typically, stones that are between a carat and a carat and a half tend to be the best size for Asscher cuts. You must remember to check when buying your diamond that it is registered with the High Council for Diamond or the Gemological Institute of America. These two governing bodies certify that all of the Asscher cut diamonds have been cut properly and in accordance with the patent associated with the Asscher cut.
Once you have found the perfect stone for your ring you will need to think about the setting. Many Asscher cut engagement rings use the four-prong setting. The increased sparkle of the ring is the main reason for this setting. With the ring set higher more light can get to the gemstone therefore reflecting more light ie more sparkle. However, that is not the only way that you can find Asscher cut engagement rings. Vintage styles are also very popular, and they quite often feature pave cut diamonds surrounding the center stone. Still other rings will actually use accent stones to help enhance the distinctive beauty and unique cut of the Asscher cut center stone.
As important purchases go, an engagement ring is probably one of the most important you will ever make. Asscher cut engagement rings are a great investment because they bring with them a fashion forward point of view while also keeping a refined polish and classical feel to the piece. Your special lady’s eyes will likely begin to sparkle when you get down on one knee to present her with the stunning and beautiful Asscher cut diamond that will truly be a symbol of how special and unique she is to you.
