Princess Cut Diamonds

princess cut rings - things to know

If you love the brilliance of the popular round cut but want something a little different, you will absolutely love the icy fire of the Princess Cut. The average square cut just don't live up to the round brilliant for fire, but the Princess Cut was designed for getting maximum sparkle from the square cut. Remember to ensure that the setting for your diamond protects the four pointed corners -- these are the most vulnerable points to damage (and why most rectangular or square diamond cuts have clipped corners).

Why choose a princess cut diamond?
The princess cut diamond provides more value per carat, just be sure to get a deep setting for your diamond! This will make your diamond appear larger. The princess cut is more forgiving of diamond cuts.

When buying a princess cut diamond, I have a few recommendations.

Diamond Color: G
Diamond Clarity: VS1
Diamond Depth Percentage: 57-78%
Diamond Table: 59-77%

On a tight budget? Here are our minimum recommendations for a princess cut diamond.

Cut: Good
Color: I
Clarity: SI2
Depth Percentage: 55-85%
Table: 54-86%

Can you buy more affordable princess cut diamonds by going under these minimums? Yes, sure. But we don't recommend it, because at some point, you must think of the beauty of the stone, not simply the cost.

Princess Cut Diamond Ring
While not the traditional selection, princess cut diamonds are very popular right now and make lovely engagement rings.

princess cut diamond engagement rings
Princess cut diamonds need four-pronged settings. Make sure to keep that in mind when making your selection.

princess cut diamond rings
To give you some ideas of what's available for a princess cut diamond ring, here are a few photos of different quality princess cuts.

Princess Cut White Gold


Princess cut diamond ring for males.