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Oval
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The round brilliant is the most popular of all the polished diamond shapes.
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The oval is an adaptation of the round brilliant and appears larger than a round stone of the same carat weight.
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Marquise
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Heart
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The marquise is the name given to the diamond shape that is long and pointed at both ends.
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The heart shape is perhaps the most romantic of what are known as the fancy shapes.
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Square
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Pear
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The square cut, also known as the Princess cut, creates a bright and scintillating look.
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The pear shape is the English name for the French “pendologue” which is related to our word pendant.
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Emerald
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The emerald cut diamond is rectangular with oblong facets on each side and across the corners.
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