Asscher Cut Diamonds

If your goal is to make the best impression by offering the highest regarded and fashionably designed diamond engagement ring, than an Asscher cut diamond is the answer to your dreams. The "Asscher cut diamond" was created by two brothers from Holland in 1902. These brothers designed the uniquely 'stepped' and 'rectangular shaped pavilions' of this square cut diamond; sometimes called the "Square emerald cut," which also has cropped corners. The difference offered by the Asscher cut Diamond is discovered when you simply look at it. While the emerald cut has a rectangular configuration, the Asscher is truly square and highly brilliant. The popularity of the Asscher cut diamond peaked in 1920; however it has always been offered in a very limited production.

Before inventing the Asscher cut diamond, Joseph Asscher was commissioned by the Royal family to cut the world's largest diamond ever found in history (the cullinan diamond, which was a 3,106ct stone).

It wasn't until recently (around 2001) that more merchants began to carry the Asscher cut diamonds. It suddenly increased in popularity when "Sex and the City" (a New York based and very popular TV show) featured an episode around the unusually cut jewelry. Around this same time, it certainly didn't hurt the diamond's growing popularity when actress Kate Hudson was spotted sporting an Asscher-cut engagement ring. Even as more stores are carrying these fashionable diamonds, the quality of selection of these diamonds is smaller than that of more common or well known cuts. This simply means, they are harder to find in a broad range of quality, leaving most of them to be located among the top quality diamond grades.

Whether they are in solitaire settings or surrounded by accent stones, nothing is as dramatic as the Asscher cut diamond—of any kind. The unique cut is designed to lure the viewer into the diamond and highlight its clarity. Because of this, when selecting your Asscher cut diamond make certain it is the highest quality your pocketbook can comfortably afford.

Because the clarity of an Asscher cut diamond is VERY important, knowing how to find the highest quality clarity (flawless) stone takes a little know-how. For instance, knowing that internal flaws and impurities determine the quality of a diamond is paramount. The flawless diamond will allow the light to pass through the diamond without interference, while a lower grade diamond (that diamond which has inclusions 'flaws') will disturb the light in an unpleasant way. In determining the clarity of a diamond, it is viewed under a 10x magnification gem device by a trained and certified professional gemologist. It is also good to know that small inclusions won't mar the beauty or endanger its durability, so shop wisely for the best balance of quality and economy.

Check out the Diamond Clarity Grading Scale below to easily learn more about the fashionably popular Asscher cut Diamond and the best combination of quality and price for your budget!

When offering a diamond engagement ring as highly regarded as the Asscher cut, knowing a little more about the emotional aspects of this cut diamond may enhance the moment you and your beloved share. It is said that the Asscher cut has properties that encourage action, increase passion, and invite energy. These diamonds are believed to seal relationships for eternity and increase inner strength and balance to all who wear such a stone.

In the 13Th century, Mary of Burgandy was the first to be given a diamond engagement ring, in the year 1477. 'Betrothal rings' were generally given before that time as a pledge to wed, and could have any number of non-diamond gems. Wearing an "engagement ring" has one most explicit rule, and that is it must be worn on the third finger (ring finger) of the left hand. The "vena amoris" vein, which is located within this finger, was once believed to run directly to the heart, which is of course the best known indicator of true love.

The absolute top choice for an engagement ring is the solitaire diamond, and the Asscher cut is the best of the best of any solitaire diamond. The idea of a solitaire diamond design was initiated by Tiffany around 100 years ago. The idea is that the solitaire setting enhances the brilliance and luster of the diamond itself by placing it in an 'open' mount, which light can dance through freely, which adds great brightness and clarity to any stone. This is much different from every previous setting which was placed in a light-blocking 'closed' back. The Asscher cut diamond solitaire is the most beautiful cut for any solitary set stone because of its already brilliantly bright design. Nothing beats the glowing style, quality, and allure of the Asscher cut diamond engagement ring.

When you want your love to shout from a mountain top, start with a high-quality rock, lovingly referred to as; THE ASSCHER CUT DIAMOND.