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[Glossary](https://digitalgemology.com/learn/glossary) · Cuts and shapes

# Asscher cut

Also called Asscher, square emerald cut

An Asscher cut is a square step cut with deeply cropped corners, which give it an octagonal outline.

## In more detail

Its stepped pavilion gives a concentric "hall of mirrors" look face up. Like other step cuts, it shows color and clarity plainly.

## On a grading report

No GIA cut grade; named in the shape and cutting style line.

## Related terms

- [Step cut](https://digitalgemology.com/learn/glossary/step-cut): A step cut is a cutting style with long facets in parallel rows, like steps, around a large table. The emerald cut and the Asscher are step cuts.
- [Emerald cut](https://digitalgemology.com/learn/glossary/emerald-cut): An emerald cut is a rectangular step cut with cropped corners and a long, open table.
- [Fancy shape](https://digitalgemology.com/learn/glossary/fancy-shape): A fancy shape is any diamond outline other than round, such as oval, pear, marquise, cushion, princess or emerald.
- [Shape and cutting style](https://digitalgemology.com/learn/glossary/shape-and-cutting-style): Shape and cutting style is the report line for the outline of the stone and the pattern of its facets. An example is "Round Brilliant".

## Learn more

- [Asscher Cut](https://digitalgemology.com/cuts/asscher)

[All 328 terms](https://digitalgemology.com/learn/glossary)