Cut Library — Comparison
Emerald Cut vs Radiant
Emerald Cut
The emerald cut is a rectangular (or square) step cut, with the corners trimmed off and long, parallel facets running in "steps" rather than the triangular/kite facets of a brilliant.
Full Emerald Cut guide →Radiant
A radiant is a rectangular or square shape with cropped corners that combines a step-cut outline with full brilliant faceting, designed to keep more brilliance than a straight emerald cut.
Full Radiant guide →| Attribute | Emerald Cut | Radiant |
|---|---|---|
| Outline | Rectangular, cut corners | Rectangular or square, trimmed corners |
| Faceting | Step cut | Brilliant (hybrid with step-cut-style cropped corners) |
| Typical use | Engagement rings, Art Deco and vintage-inspired jewellery | Engagement rings |
| Light behaviour | Broad flashes (hall of mirrors), not sparkle | — |
| Typical L:W ratio | 1.30–1.50 | 1.00 (square) to 1.30 (rectangular) |
| Clarity sensitivity | High — inclusions are more visible | — |
| Origin | — | Patented 1977 by Henry Grossbard |
| Availability | — | Widely available |
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