A radiant cut engagement ring refers to a ring featuring a radiant shaped centre stone set into the engagement ring. The radiant shape was invented by Henry Grossbard in 1977, he was hoping to achieve a fusion of the round brilliant cut and the emerald step cut. This resulted in the radiant, which is known for its fire and brilliance.
The style of your radiant cut is the most important consideration, when purchasing an engagement ring. There are many engagement ring styles like solitaire, halo, three stone, vintage, side stone and many more. Solitaire’s are a very popular option for radiant cut designs, and are the most classic combination. Halo’s and its variations, double, and hidden halo are another great option for radiant cuts, the radiant halo enhances the centre stones visual appearance. Utilising three radiant cuts apart from a three stone is another common option, and carries significant symbolism. Vintage inspired styles featuring key embellishments and customisations are popular for brilliant radiant cut diamonds. Side stones like channel and pavé are also another great option.
The gemstone used in your radiant cut engagement ring is the most important element to consider. Diamonds are the most traditional options, radiant cut diamond engagement rings are the most common shape used for diamonds in engagement rings. There are other gemstone options like sapphire, ruby, emerald, aquamarine, tanzanite, pearls and other gemstones that can be cut into a radiant shape and used for an engagement ring. After choosing a stone, it’s important to look at the 4 C’s; Cut, Colour, Clarity, and carat weight. The Carat weight of the diamonds and/or gemstones is an important consideration. Whether it’s 0.5 carat, 0.75 carat, 1 carat, 1.5 carat, or 2 carat radiant engagement rings. Your budget is the key to helping make a decision for centre stone size and quality.
There are 3 main setting options for radiant cut engagement rings: Prong, Bezel and tension settings. Prong settings are the most popular setting for radiant engagement rings, 4, 6, and 8 prong variations are the most common amount of prongs used for radiant cuts. Tension settings are another option when choosing a setting for radiant engagement rings, and are very unique, but only certain shapes can be set in a tension setting. Bezel settings also come in a full bezel, and half bezel alternatives, bezel options are the safest option, and are a great choice for those who are clumsy and prone to damaging their ring. The perfect setting for a brilliant radiant cut engagement ring comes down to your preference, and weighing up the benefits of the different settings.
Platinum and gold are the two main metal choices for those interested in a radiant cut engagement ring. Platinum has its beautiful silver colour and is a very durable option for a Channel engagement ring. Gold comes in 9k, 14k, and 18k gold for engagement rings, along with white, yellow, and rose gold colours for radiant shaped engagement rings. Consider the metal type you like along with the different colours, and the durability of the metal or its karat when choosing a metal for your radiant engagement ring.
There are several advantages to purchasing a radiant cut engagement ring. Radiant shaped diamonds are known for their exceptional fire, scintillation, and sparkle, creating a dazzling display of light. Additionally, radiant cut diamonds have become increasingly popular due to their modern and stylish appearance. They offer a unique blend of classic elegance and contemporary flair, making them a fashionable choice for engagement rings. Radiant diamonds are typically more affordable than round diamonds of the same carat weight and quality. However, there are some drawbacks to consider. Some radiant cut diamonds may exhibit a "bow tie effect," a dark area resembling a bow tie that appears in the centre of the diamond. They may not disguise colour as effectively as round diamonds, potentially making lower colour grades more noticeable. Furthermore, there is no standard cut for radiant cut diamonds, so careful selection is necessary to ensure the diamond's quality and appearance meet your expectations.
A radiant engagement ring at DG & Co. Jewellery costs between $1,695 - $4,685 for the design alone. When Choosing a diamond or gemstone centre stone this is what can really bring up the cost, especially when going for a large high quality Diamond or precious gemstone. The average radiant cut engagement ring costs between $8,000 - $10,000.
The best radiant cut engagement ring will ultimately be dependent on each person's preferences, but our most popular designs are below:
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