The Exquisite Elegance of Diamonds
Asscher Cut Diamond
Created in the early 20th Century in Holland, the world’s capital of diamond cutting, by the Asscher brothers, the eponymous Asscher cut diamond has continued to be one of the most sought after of all diamond cuts. Asscher cut diamonds are step cut typically in a square shape with high crowns and large canted corners. Similar to an emerald cut diamond, the asscher cut diamond has highly desirable scintillation.
For many years, other diamond cuts became more fashionable, especially the round brilliant cut diamond in a solitaire mounting. Over the last decade we have seen a new excitement surrounding the Asscher cut. If you are looking for a unique diamond ring in a custom mounting, Beladora can create a special one of a kind piece in platinum or 18K gold.
Asscher Cut Diamond: The Jewel of the Art Deco Era
Some of the most spectacular jewelry ever created was made in the Art Deco Period. A key feature of Art Deco jewelry was the emphasis on geometry, symmetry and architectural design. Emerald and Asscher cut diamonds, with their geometric step cuts were the diamonds of choice for Art Deco jewelry.
Art Deco rings, bracelets, earrings and pendants were commonly designed with Asscher cut diamonds. If you are collector of Art Deco jewelry or just appreciate the clean, geometric look of Art Deco jewelry with Asscher cut diamonds, you can browse our collection of vintage estate diamond jewelry. Beladora provides a complete array of Art Deco and other vintage estate jewelry including Asscher cut diamonds. If you don’t see what you are looking for on the Beladora website, just contact us at sales@beladora.com or call us at 800-690-9569.
Cushion Cut Diamond
Among the most popular of antique diamonds is the Cushion cut diamond created in the late 19th Century. Cut in a modified oval with large facets like an Old European Cut diamond, this diamond cut has a vintage look. The best way to describe the Cushion cut diamond is to say that it has a soft look that resembles a cushion pillow that you would have on a sofa.
The Cushion cut diamond was out of fashion for many years as round, radiant and princess cut diamonds with more brilliance became the most popular. Today there is a new appreciation of the soft vintage quality of Cushion cut diamonds but they are relatively rare compared to other more popular diamond cuts. In addition to vintage estate jewelry, Beladora has a large inventory or high quality diamonds. If you would like a custom made Cushion cut diamond ring, feel free to contact Beladora.com at sales@beladora.com or 800-690-9569
Always Engaging: The Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
There are so many styles of diamond engagement rings available in fine jewelry stores and online jewelry websites that if can be difficult to choose. From the classic round brilliant diamond set in a solitaire mounting to the three stone diamond ring, where does today’s bride to be go to find something that is as special and unique as she is? Our answer is to create a one of a kind custom ring with a Cushion cut diamond.
A cushion cut diamond engagement ring has a lovely vintage quality. The soft antique look of the cushion cut diamond engagement ring is reminiscent of the romantic and feminine jewelry of Victorian and Edwardian Eras. Beladora.com is the world’s leading vintage estate jewelry website, and has an inventory of Cushion cut diamond in many sizes. You can contact Beladora.com to learn more about creating a one of a kind Cushion cut diamond engagement ring.
Rose Cut Diamonds
Rose cut diamonds are among the most classic types of vintage diamond cuts, dating as far back as the 1500s. They are circular and faceted across the top of the stone and flat across the bottom. Rose cut diamonds are not typically used in contemporary jewelry having been replaced by more modern styles like round brilliant, emerald and radiant cuts. However, rose cut diamonds are prevalent in antique jewelry and their gentle sparkle can be strikingly beautiful.
If you’re looking for jewelry set with rose cut diamonds, visit Beladora for an excellent selection of vintage jewelry. We are updating our site on a daily basis and adding more pieces of authentic antique estate jewelry. In addition to rose cut diamonds we have jewelry that incorporates many other diamonds from European cut diamonds to emerald cut diamond to princess cut diamonds.
Antique Rose Cut Diamonds
Our selection of Victorian and Edwardian jewelry is generally the best place to find rose cut diamond, although we also find rose cut diamonds in jewelry from other eras as well. In addition, we offer custom jewelry design so even if you don’t find precisely what you are looking for we can create a unique piece with rose cut diamonds.
As a division of Kazanjian Brothers Inc., we’re part of a company that has been in the gemstone and estate jewelry business for nearly 100 years. Our offices are located in the heart of Beverly Hills, California. We’ll be happy to answer your questions about rose cut diamonds and fancy cut diamonds – simply call us at 1-800-680-9569 or email sales@beladora.com to learn more.
European Cut Diamonds
Before the modern brilliant cut was made possible by advances in technology in the 20th Century, the European cut was among the most popular for diamond jewelry. This elegant multi-faceted cut can be found on much antique jewelry from the 19th Century. While the European cut is still occasionally used today, it is usually seen in vintage antique jewelry.
To the eye of many jewelry lovers, Europe cut diamonds are extraordinary graceful and sophisticated, calling to mind a refined and majestic past. Beladora is pleased to offer vintage jewelry with old European cut diamonds. There is a special charm in vintage jewelry particularly that which features European cut diamonds.
European Cut Diamonds: An Ever Changing Selection
As many items in our inventory of antique and estate jewelry come from individual sellers, our selection of merchandise is always changing. Shopping with Beladora is always a new and exciting experience whether you are visiting our website for the second or the 200th time. Once you find the European cut diamond jewelry you’ve been looking for, be sure to check back for other amazing pieces from the Victorian era all the way up to the present day.
If you are looking for new jewelry with a vintage look, we have a beautiful selection of modern pieces that incorporate European cut diamonds in their design. If you don’t see your ideal diamond, fell free to contact us at 800-680-9569 or email us at sales@beladora.com to inquire about custom designs.
Emerald Cut Diamonds
With their sophisticated rectangular shape, emerald cut diamonds have a vintage elegance. At Beladora you’ll find a wonderful array of jewelry incorporating emerald cut diamonds and other spectacular gems, from statement making rings to delicate bracelets and pendants.
Whether you’re seeking a vintage emerald cut diamond ring or a contemporary piece Beladora is the place to find it. Our staff includes a range of jewelry professionals of gemologists, experienced buyers and jewelry designers, ensuring that each item on our website is of the highest quality. In fact, we have been selling fine antique, estate and signed designer jewelry for decades. Our parent company, Kazanjian Brothers Inc. has been in business for nearly a century. Our offices are based in Beverly Hills, California one of the world’s best locations for fine jewelry.
Purchasing Emerald Cut Diamonds
At Beladora, we know that shopping on the internet can be quite a different experience from shopping at a local jewelry store. That’s why we’ve worked hard to create a beautiful high-end online boutique. You’ll find everything you need to make an informed purchase including detailed information about the carat weight and color of emerald cut diamond jewelry and other stunning pieces.
We provide several images of each piece so that you can view it from multiple angles and see all the details. If you don’t find exactly what you are looking for we are happy to create a unique custom jewelry design. Contact us at sales@beladora.com or callus at 1-800-680-9569. We are here to help!
Princess Cut Diamonds: An Ideal Gift
If you want a diamond that is exceptionally brilliant, a princess cut can be an excellent choice. Developed in the 1960’s, princess cut diamonds take full advantage of the stone’s beautiful interior “fire”. In fact, of all diamond cuts, the princess cut takes advantage of the most of the original rough diamond. For this reason, as well as for their brightness, princess cut diamond are becoming more and more popular.
At Beladora, we are committed to making gift giving not just stress free but fun. By clicking on our Gift Boutique, you can find our suggestions for special occasion gifts. Or by using the online Search, you can search by price range so that the results of what you actually see fall within your budget. Princess cut diamond rings, as well as bracelets, earrings, necklaces and other items, make wonderful gifts that can be passed down from generation to generation.
If you would like to discuss a custom jewelry design using princess cut diamonds, please contact our Beverly Hills office at 1-800-690-9569 or email us at sales@beladora.com. Our staff of professional gemologists and designers will gladly assist with your request.
Radiant Cut Diamonds
The radiant cut is a relatively modern style of diamond cut that blends the qualities of a step cut and a brilliant cut. Essentially, a radiant cut gives maximum visual pleasure while still preserving much of the original stone. A radiant cut has 701 facets that catch light and produce a beautiful sparkle.
If you are looking for radiant cut diamonds, Beladora is a excellent place to find them. We include all kinds of diamond jewelry on our site from antique European cut styles to more contemporary brilliant and mixed cuts. You’ll find diamond solitaire rings and diamond cluster rings. You’ll find three stone diamond rings and diamond cocktail rings with precious gemstones such as sapphires, rubies and emeralds.
Estate Jewelry: Radiant Cut Diamonds
Aside from the new jewelry offered through our online boutique, we also offer an array of fine estate jewelry. Ranging from brooches to bracelets, pendants to rings, our estate collection includes jewelry from the 19th Century to the 21st Century. Each item is described on its own web page, complete with detailed information on cut, carat weight, materials, circa date and more.
To search for radiant cut diamonds in a given price range, simply use our online Search feature of click on our Gift Boutique to search by style and price. You can search in your preferred budget to see items currently available for the range that you specify. Beladora.com only shows a fraction of our total merchandise and inventory of jewelry with radiant cut diamonds and other diamond cuts, so if you don’t find what you are looking for, don’t hesitate to contact us at 1-800-680-9569 or send us an email at sales@beladora.com.
Rare Natural Colored Diamonds
While most diamonds used for jewelry are white diamonds and colorless diamonds are treasured, diamonds come in a variety of colors. Most of these colors are extremely rare and valuable. While pink, blue or yellow colored diamond may have an almost otherworldly quality, in actuality their color is caused by natural alterations in their chemical structure. Among the most rare natural colored diamonds are blue diamonds, the most famous example of which is the Hope Diamond which is deep blue.
Natural colored diamonds represent a very small percentage of the total diamonds mined. For example, yellow diamonds constitute less than 1 percent of all known diamonds. Red, brown, and pink diamonds make up an estimated 1.8 percent of natural colored while blue or grey diamonds account for less than 1 percent. Red diamonds are considered to be the most rare type of natural colored diamonds. The most comprehensive collection of rare natural colored diamonds is on display at the Smithsonian Museum in Washington DC.
Buying Rare Natural Colored Diamonds
Because they’re so rare, natural colored diamonds can be beautiful to find. This is why Beladora is such a valuable resource for anyone who collects natural colored diamonds and other rare gemstones. As part of the Kazanjian organization, Beladora has access to the finest natural colored diamonds available, most of which are discretely held by private collectors and dealers.
If you are a serious collector of natural colored diamonds and other rare gemstones, we will work with you privately to source the special diamonds and precious gems to enable you to add value to your collection. We have worked privately with some of the world’s most important collectors of gems and rare natural colored diamonds. Take advantage of our decades of experience and expertise in this field. |
