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Square Cut Diamonds
[16 of 10,854]A square cut diamond combines geometric precision with brilliant sparkle through faceting patterns that maximize light performance. From princess cuts with fiery brilliance to asscher cuts with vintage step facets, these shapes offer modern appeal and distinctive character. Available in various carat weights and quality grades.
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Square Cut Diamonds with Geometric Brilliance
James Allen's square cut diamond collection features princess cut and asscher cut shapes that deliver geometric appeal with exceptional sparkle. Each square diamond showcases precise symmetry and balanced proportions that create eye-catching presence in any setting. Princess cuts offer faceting with 57 or 76 facets for maximum fire and scintillation, while Asscher cuts feature step-cut facets that create elegant hall-of-mirrors effect. Both styles suit modern solitaire, halo settings, and three stone arrangements with secure four-prong or bezel placement. The square shape provides maximum face-up coverage per carat weight, creating impressive visual size. Advanced imaging technology allows you to examine cut quality, inclusions, and light performance before selection.
Style Tip: Choose a four-prong setting with prongs positioned at the corners to protect your square diamond's pointed edges while maximizing light exposure and showcasing the geometric shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a square cut diamond?
A square cut diamond features equal length and width with a geometric profile. The two main types are princess cut diamonds with brilliant faceting for maximum sparkle, and asscher diamonds with step facets for elegant vintage appeal.
What's the difference between princess and Asscher cut diamonds?
Princess cuts use brilliant faceting similar to round cut diamonds, creating intense sparkle and fire. Asscher cuts feature step-cut facets with cropped corners, producing elegant flashes of light and art deco character with less overall brilliance.
Do square diamonds look bigger than round?
Square cut diamonds provide more face-up surface area than round diamonds of equal carat weight due to their shape. This creates the impression of larger size, making them excellent choices for maximizing visual impact.
Are square diamonds more affordable?
Princess cut square diamonds typically cost 20-30% less than round diamonds of comparable quality due to less rough diamond waste during cutting. Asscher cuts fall between princess and round in pricing due to specialized cutting requirements.
What settings work best with square cut diamonds?
Four-prong solitaires protect the corners while showcasing the shape. Halo engagement rings amplify presence, while bezel engagement rings offer maximum protection. Three stone engagement rings and tension settings also complement the geometric lines beautifully.
How do I protect the corners of a square diamond?
Choose settings with prongs positioned directly at the corners, or select bezel settings that surround the entire stone. Avoid sharp impacts and remove rings during activities where corners might strike hard surfaces.
What proportions should I look for in square diamonds?
For princess cuts, look for length-to-width ratios between 1.00 and 1.05 for balanced square appearance. Asscher cuts should fall between 1.00 and 1.05 as well, with depth percentages around 60-70% for optimal light performance and step-cut appeal.