If you are looking for something different and beautiful when shopping for engagement rings then Asscher cut engagement rings is a cut you may want to consider. Many people probably don’t even know what an Asscher cut is, but once they see an example of Asscher cut engagement rings they may be surprised at how much they like it.

There are many different cuts for diamonds. Emerald, round, princess and oval are a few of the more commonly known cuts. In 1902, the Asscher cut was created by brothers who lived in Holland. The shape of the Asscher cut is a little like an octagon. A square with really trimmed corners is also another realistic description. Some jewelers may also refer to this as a modified cushion cut diamond. The stone has a mirrored effect which is made up of the many different steps when cutting the stone. These cuts are what give this stone its multi-dimensional look.

Because Asscher cut engagement rings have a larger dimension, you really need to pay close attention to the quality of the stone you are buying. Due to the large number of facets, any imperfections you stone has will be more visable. In Asscher cut engagement rings, colour is also of great importance. Obviously, you are going to want to try to get your stone as close to colorless as you can afford. Whilst looking around for your dimaond you will want to consider the size also. Although you can find Asscher cut diamonds that range from a third to over three carats, usually, stones ranging from one to one and a half carats are generally the best for Asscher cuts. Checking that your diamond is registered with the High Council for Diamonds or the Gemological Institute of America is very important. These two organizations oversee the certification of all Asscher cut diamonds and ensure that they have been cut properly and in accordance with the Asscher cut patent.

Having found the perfect stone you then need to turn your attention to the setting. The four-prong setting is the most popular setting for most Asscher cut engagement rings. The increased sparkle of the ring is the main reason for this setting.  With the ring set higher more light can get to the gemstone therefore reflecting more light ie more sparkle. This is not the only type of setting for Asscher cut engagement rings. A vintage style of pave diamonds around the center stone is another popular choice of setting. Other rings will use surrounding stones to further enhance the unique beauty and cut of the Asscher cut center stone.

As important purchases go, an engagement ring is probably one of the most important you will ever make. Asscher cut engagement rings are a great investment because they bring with them a fashion forward point of view while also keeping a refined polish and classical feel to the piece. If you want to show your girlfriend just how important she is to you the an Asscher cut diamond will definitely convey that message and make your proposal even more special.

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