What Are the Different Diamond Cut Types

Diamond cut types determine how a stone is faceted, proportioned, and designed to interact with light, while shape generally describes its visible outline. Looking at different diamond cuts and shapes together helps explain why stones with similar outlines can have very different appearances. With lab grown diamond cuts, shoppers can compare antique, vintage, geometric, and specialty styles before choosing a stone for their jewelry.

Shop Antique and Vintage Diamond Cuts

For a softer, more traditional or antique-inspired appearance, explore cutting styles that differ from modern brilliant faceting.

• Old Mine Cut Diamonds: Explore lab grown old mine cut diamonds in antique-inspired shapes, with options to compare carat weight, color, clarity, and measurements.
• Rose Cut Diamonds: A flatter profile with a softer, more understated look.
• Antique Cut Diamonds: A broader range of antique and unusual cutting styles.

These options can work particularly well for vintage inspired engagement rings, pendants, earrings, and custom jewelry.

Shop Geometric and Specialty Diamond Cuts

If you prefer structured facets or something less familiar than standard diamond cutting styles, explore these options:

• Step Cut Diamonds: Clean, structured faceting with a geometric appearance.
• Pie Cut Diamonds: A specialty facet pattern for distinctive jewelry designs.
• Portuguese Cut Diamonds: A highly faceted style with an intricate visual pattern.
• Portrait Cut Diamonds: A thin, distinctive profile for a more understated diamond look.

Matching Diamond Pairs for Jewelry

Some designs require two diamonds that work together rather than a single center stone. Matching pair diamonds are suited to earrings, two-stone designs and other jewelry where balanced proportions or coordinated stones are important.

When comparing lab grown diamond pairs, consider the shape, carat weight, color, clarity, measurements and overall visual match rather than choosing each stone independently.

How to Choose the Right Diamond Cut

The right cut depends on the appearance you want, the jewelry setting and how the diamond will be worn. When comparing lab grown diamonds by cut, look beyond the name of the style and review the stone's carat weight, color, clarity, proportions, symmetry, polish, measurements and certification where applicable.

A seller should provide enough information for you to compare stones before purchasing, including clear specifications, measurements, and images. The cut should also be considered in relation to the intended setting, especially when working with an unusual or specialty cut.

For a deeper explanation of diamond cut and how it affects appearance, see the diamond cut guide.

Custom Diamond Cuts and Jewelry Designs

If you have a specific diamond cut or unusual shape in mind that is not available in the listed options. If you need a specific cut or unusual shape that is not listed, Ouros Jewels also accepts custom jewelry requests, allowistone,ng you to discuss a particular diamond requirement or design before production. The current custom request process includes details such as jewelry type, diamond shape, material, and additional requirements.

You can explore custom jewelry options or book a virtual appointment if you want help selecting a cut, stone or setting. If you have a specific idea that is not shown in the available options, contact the Ouros Jewels team with your requirements so the design can be discussed before you proceed.

Shop Lab Grown Diamond Cuts

Ouros Jewels brings lab grown diamond cuts across antique, vintage, geometric, and specialty styles together in one place. Start by comparing the cutting style, then narrow your choice by carat, color, clarity, measurements, and the requirements of your jewelry design.

Explore the available diamond cuts at Ouros Jewels and choose a style that fits your jewelry design.