Choosing A Radiant Cut Diamond – What, Why, and How

{"AutoID":73,"DateCreation":"\/Date(1670418204193)\/","DateModified":"\/Date(1703850055843)\/","CreatedBy":null,"ModifiedBy":"Rahul Bohra ","RecordStatus":"A","Title":"Choosing A Radiant Cut Diamond – What, Why, and How","SubTitle":null,"Description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAre you looking to buy a diamond? For yourself or for an engagement ring? And are you considering buying a\u0026nbsp;lab-grown diamond?\u0026nbsp;If you are, you\u0026rsquo;re among an increasing segment of diamond buyers who are choosing lab diamonds over mined stones.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAnd the reasons for the preference for\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/lab-created-diamonds/\"\u003elab-created diamonds\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;are many. To begin with, they are real and are cheaper than mined diamonds.\u0026nbsp;Lab diamonds\u0026nbsp;are available in all shapes and sizes. So if you\u0026rsquo;re considering a\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/radiant-cut-diamonds/\"\u003eradiant-cut diamond\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e, you can easily find one that has been created in a lab.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIn this blog, we\u0026rsquo;ll tell you all about radiant diamonds \u0026ndash; what they are, how you should choose one, and why. This is the only radiant\u0026nbsp;diamond buying guide\u0026nbsp;you will need to refer to.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a radiant cut diamond?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eRadiant diamonds\u0026nbsp;combine elements of round and\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/emerald-cut-diamonds/\"\u003eemerald cut diamonds\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e. A radiant cut is a non-traditional cut. It has round edges inspired by round diamonds. It is a versatile shape that lends itself well to different kinds of jewels such as engagement rings, pendants, earrings, etc. The facets of a radiant-cut diamond give it a fiery visual look, while its corners are round and add a subtle softness to the shape.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre radiant cut lab grown diamonds possible?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/lab-grown-diamond-process/\"\u003eLab-grown rough diamonds\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;can be given any shape, including radiant cuts. Lab diamonds are cut and polished in the same way as mined diamonds are. There are different\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/how-to-choose-your-lab-diamond-shape/\"\u003ediamond shapes\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;available in lab-created gems. From the more traditional round and square to stylish cuts such as\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/princess-cut-diamonds/\"\u003eprincess cut diamonds\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e,\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eradiant cut diamonds\u003c/strong\u003e, etc.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRadiant cut diamond buying guide\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you buy a\u0026nbsp;radiant-cut diamond, you must make sure the corners and edges are evenly shaped. Its shape should look pleasing to the eyes. Avoid selecting diamonds that have asymmetrical corners because that might make the diamond shape look off. For the best decisions, you should seek help from professional diamond examiners or someone who knows how to examine a diamond.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRatio of length to width\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYour radiant-cut diamond should not look odd because of the length to width ratio. The shape should resemble that of a rectangle. However, it shouldn\u0026rsquo;t be too narrow and elongated or too stumpy. Most experts suggest a length and width ratio of 1.15 to 1.35 for elongated shapes. For squarish shapes, it should be under 1.05.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrading certification\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eJust like mined diamonds, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/\"\u003elab grown diamonds\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e of all diamond shapes, including radiant diamonds are available along with a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/why-buy-gia-certified-diamonds/\"\u003egrading certificate\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e. Diamonds are graded for their \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/the-4cs-of-diamond-grading-all-you-need-to-know/\"\u003e4Cs\u003c/a\u003e \u0026ndash; cut, clarity, color, and carat\u003c/strong\u003e. You should consider buying lab grown radiant diamonds only if they have a grading certificate.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy should you buy radiant cut diamonds?\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eRadiant diamonds\u0026nbsp;have a non-traditional shape and hence, a lot of people shy away from buying them. However, there are many advantages to buying a radiant cut.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt looks bigger\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eRadiant diamonds tend to look bigger than their actual size. Compared to other diamond shapes such as round, square, etc., radiants look bigger than they are. This is an advantage because who wouldn\u0026rsquo;t want bigger diamonds, or bigger-looking diamonds? They look bigger due to their design, which is broad and shallow.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurability\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen compared to square diamonds, the\u0026nbsp;radiant cut diamond\u0026nbsp;has better durability. The radiant diamond has beveled corners, and hence, they are less likely to chip or get damaged. This is one reason why\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eradiant cut engagement rings\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;are quite popular as they last a long time.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrilliance, sparkle and fire\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eRadiant cut diamonds have excellent brilliance, sparkle, and fire. It has 70 facets in its pavilion and crown, which lend it excellent brilliance and fire. This makes the radiant diamond sparkle a lot and ooze with brilliance.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould you invest in a radiant-cut diamond?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you\u0026rsquo;re looking for diamond shapes, diamond colors, or size, you can definitely find what you\u0026rsquo;re looking for if you choose to go for a lab-grown radiant-cut diamond. You can buy a good quality radiant diamond at a much more reasonable and affordable price from reputed\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/\"\u003elab-grown diamond manufacturers\u003c/a\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","FromDate":null,"ToDate":null,"Image_Url":"choosing-a-radiant-cut-diamond-what-why-and-how.jpg","Image_Alt":"Radiant Cut Diamond ","KeyWords":"diamond shapes, radiant cut diamond, clarity diamond, radiant cut, radiant diamond, diamond cost","MetaDescription":"Learn how to choose the best Radiant cut diamond, including length-to-width ratio, bowtie, and traditional and \"crushed ice\" faceting in Radiant diamonds.","MetaTitle":"Choosing A Radiant Cut Diamond – What, Why, and How","CanonicalLink":"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/choosing-a-radiant-cut-diamond-what-why-and-how/","MetaContent":"\u003c!-- Open Graph / Facebook --\u003e\r\n\u003cmeta property=\"og:type\" content=\"website\"\u003e\r\n\u003cmeta property=\"og:url\" content =\" https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/choosing-a-radiant-cut-diamond-what-why-and-how/\"\u003e\r\n\u003cmeta property=\"og:title\" content=\" Choosing A Radiant Cut Diamond – What, Why, and How | Grown Diamond Corporation\"\u003e\r\n\u003cmeta property=\"og:description\" content=\" Learn how to choose the best Radiant cut diamond, including length-to-width ratio, bowtie, and traditional and \"crushed ice\" faceting in Radiant diamonds.\"\u003e\r\n\u003cmeta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https://docs.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/choosing-a-radiant-cut-diamond-what-why-and-how.jpg \"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c!-- Twitter --\u003e\r\n\u003cmeta property=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\"\u003e\r\n\u003cmeta property=\"twitter:url\" content=\" https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/choosing-a-radiant-cut-diamond-what-why-and-how/\"\u003e\r\n\u003cmeta property=\"twitter:title\" content=\" Choosing A Radiant Cut Diamond – What, Why, and How | Grown Diamond Corporation\"\u003e\r\n\u003cmeta property=\"twitter:description\" content=\" Learn how to choose the best Radiant cut diamond, including length-to-width ratio, bowtie, and traditional and \"crushed ice\" faceting in Radiant diamonds.”\u003e\r\n\u003cmeta property=\"twitter:image\" content=\"https://docs.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/choosing-a-radiant-cut-diamond-what-why-and-how.jpg\"\u003e","SeqNo":null,"Slug":"choosing-a-radiant-cut-diamond-what-why-and-how","GetTitle":"choosing-a-radiant-cut-diamond-what-why-and-how","GetImageUrl":"https://docs.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/choosing-a-radiant-cut-diamond-what-why-and-how.jpg"}