Round Diamond Rings for Engagement & Wedding

A round cut diamond, also known as a round brilliant cut, is a diamond that has been cut into a rounded shape. This is the most popular diamond shape and represents most diamonds sold. The round cut diamond boasts 58 facets (including the culet) and offers exceptional white light reflection, also known as brilliance.

A brilliant cut diamond is designed to maximise the light reflected from the diamond, creating a high level of sparkle and brilliance. The round brilliant cut is the most popular version of this cut, featuring 58 facets that reflect light to and from each other, enhancing the diamond's overall brilliance.

A brilliant round cut diamond is highly regarded based on GIA grades. The Gemological Institute of America thoroughly assesses the cut, colour, clarity, and carat weight. A round brilliant cut diamond with an Excellent or Very Good cut grade ensures optimal brilliance and sparkle. Favourable colour grades range from colourless (D) to near-colourless (J), while higher clarity grades signify fewer visible inclusions. The carat weight determines the diamond's size. A round brilliant cut diamond with positive GIA grades is considered a top-quality diamond with outstanding visual appeal.

However, your personal preferences and budget should also be considered during the diamond selection process. Speak to our Curators to assist you in choosing a diamond that you’re comfortable with.

Round cut diamonds are more expensive per carat than other fancy-shaped diamonds.This is because the round cut is the most popular in delivering optimal brilliance The price of a diamond is also determined by a combination of factors, including the 4Cs (carat weight, colour, clarity, and cut grade), as well as market conditions. So, while round cut diamonds may be more expensive on average, it ultimately depends on the individual diamond's overall quality.

The "best" diamond cut depends on personal preference. However, the round brilliant cut is widely recognised for its optimal light performance, making it the most popular choice for diamond engagement rings. It offers the best balance of brilliance (white light reflecting from the diamond), fire (the dispersion of light into the colours of the spectrum), and scintillation (the sparkle when the diamond or the observer moves).

The round cut diamond is the most popular diamond shape, accounting for over 70% of the world’s polished diamond inventory. Its popularity is due to its timeless appeal and ability to maximise light reflections, making it more brilliant and sparkly than any other diamond shape.

For more information about diamond cuts, diamond shapes, round brilliant cut diamonds, or round diamond engagement rings, you may reach out to our ZCOVA Curators today.