Updated as of June 2026

Gemstone and diamond shapes

Shape sets the personality of a stone and changes how it sparkles, how large it looks, and what it costs. Compare every cut and see the best stones for each.

Round

The most popular and most brilliant cut

Oval

Emerald Cut

A step cut with long facets and a glassy

Cushion

A soft square with rounded corners

Princess

A sharp square brilliant

Pear

A teardrop that blends round brilliance with an elongating point

Marquise

A pointed oval that maximizes apparent size and slims the finger

Radiant

A brilliant-faceted rectangle with trimmed corners

Asscher

A square step cut with deep clarity and Art Deco character

Heart

A romantic brilliant cut that demands precise symmetry

Elongated Cushion

A stretched cushion that reads larger and more contemporary