Asscher Cut Diamonds
Asscher Cut Diamonds

Asscher cut diamonds are a beautiful example of an emerald cut type diamond, the term “Asscher” is not used in the certification of this diamond type by the GIA. The correct discsription of the cut is in fact ” Square Emerald Cut”.

An emerald cut with a ratio of 1:1 to the eye ( the same length as width ) will meet the parameters for this cut type.  As with all diamonds the cut can vary in some major ways, being deep with a high crown or shallow with a flat crown, table diameter and girdle thickness can also vary.

Careful selection helps to rule out the extremes, as a well balanced cut will have a better play of light and sparkle than the less well proportioned poorly cut options. There is also a variance in what is called the “Windmill” some are broad and others thin and narrow. The windmill effect is created by the beveled  corner facets running from the girdle down to the culet, so it is the facets on the back corners. If you look at the diamond on the left you can see this quite clearly, like the sails of a windmill.

The diamond at left was used in a clients ring; E5140, it is a 1.51 D/VS2.

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Style No.: Asscher Cut

The diamond grades we recommend range from D to G in colour and SI1 - VS1 in clarity. ( Deciding diamond grades ).
It is critical to have sound advice in choosing the right diamond. We provide expert assistance to help you in your selection. Ask Ellissi

Diamonds weighing 0.50 ct or over are accompanied with certification from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). Diamonds ranging in size from 0.20 ct - 0.49 ct can also be certified. GIA Certification

In addition to the GIA certification, all our diamond rings are accompanied with a full independent Valuation by a valuer registered with the National Council of Jewellery Valuers. This is an impartial assessment of the quality of the diamonds and ring. This NCJV document provides you with a figure for the retail replacement value of the ring for insurance purposes, it is also an independent third party assessment of the ring.