Are Old European Round Diamonds expensive?
Old European Round Diamonds tend to be more expensive than regular modern cuts due to their rarity, antique status, and the craftsmanship involved in hand cutting. Their unique historical value, distinctive organic shapes, and vintage appeal make them highly collectible and desirable, often commanding premium prices in the market.
Unlike today’s precision-cut diamonds, Antique Cushions were hand-cut by skilled craftsmen who focused more on beauty under candlelight than on mathematical perfection.
How Does It Differ from a Modern Round Cut?
The Old European Cut differs from modern round brilliant cuts in several ways: It has a smaller table, a higher crown, a deeper pavilion, and a larger visible culet, whereas modern rounds have no culet. The facets in Old European Cuts are larger and chunkier, causing a slower, softer sparkle focusing on fire (rainbow light) rather than the intense brilliance (white light) of modern diamonds. Modern cuts use precise machine cutting optimized for electric light, while Old European Cuts are hand-cut for candlelight, resulting in individuality and less symmetry.
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What kind of jewelry is made with Old European Round Diamonds?
Old European Round Diamonds are typically used in vintage or antique-style jewelry, such as engagement rings, cocktail rings, and heirloom pieces. These diamonds are often set in yellow or rose gold settings that enhance their warm hues and complement their period-appropriate look.
Every Old European cut diamond is a masterpiece of imperfection—each one possessing its own character, its own way of catching the light, making it truly irreplaceable.
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