Thursday, December 31, 2009

Asscher Loose Diamonds History

The Asscher loose diamond cut was brought in 1902, by the Asscher brothers. It is sometimes called the “square emerald cut” as it has the basic shape of emerald loose diamonds, other than with cropped corners. Asscher Loose Diamond stones more often than not have 72 facets that are mainly wide and deeply short, creating an almost octagonal shape. As of the position of the light, the diamond seems to glitter in “Hall of Mirrors Effect” that looks quite magnificent, especially with high quality loose diamonds with very good clarity.

There was an occasion when Asscher loose diamonds where very uncommon, as of the small demand for them. Other than one episode of the hit series Sex & the City, and Kate Hudson getting an Asscher cut engagement ring, made this diamond shape the gossip of the town.
As brides rushed to the stores to ask for an Asscher cut diamond ring, the industry began making more and more designs. It is now well thought-out the ring to have not as classic as the round loose diamonds or the princess cut loose diamonds, however on the other hand measured a very stylish piece of jewelry to own.

Asscher Loose diamonds are usually smaller than the other kinds of cuts, and thus be apt to flatter women with slender fingers if not the design itself has “weight”, such as when more than a few loose diamonds are bunched up or collective with other gems.

On the other hand, the dramatic cut of the Asscher loose diamond makes it a good stone to use as a solitaire, in a very easy setting that will flash the dramatic light and form. Other than it’s significant to get very high superiority loose diamonds if you plan to use an Asscher cut. It should have at least a “good” rating for cut, and “I” grade color. Ideally clarity must reach SI1, with a depth percentage of 67% to 72%. The table should fall within the ideal range of 54% to 61%.

To keep Asscher loose diamonds firmly in place, it is essential to use four-pronged settings. There have been various modifications of the Asscher design over the centuries. For instance, the classic or traditional Asscher also called the Royal Asscher is cut in such a way to fetch the eye to the heart or center of the stone. These follow very precise measurements and have a discrete look that marks them as antiques. They are regularly octagonal with chamfered corners, with a predominantly deep crown and pavilion. This helps fashion what has been dubbed “The Hall of Mirrors Effect”.

The antique Asscher loose diamonds jewelry can authority a very high price today, not only as of the chronological value, other than the insist for vintage. These pieces are frequently seen worn by celebrities at red carpet events, and often come into view in the haute couture fashion spreads in magazines. Many celebrities have also preferred the Asscher loose diamond cut for their engagement rings. These include Reese Witherspoon (4.5 carats) and Kate Hudson (5 carats). Kate’s ring, given by rock star Chris Robinson, was designed by the famous jeweler, Neil Lane.

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