A meetpoint is a point where the corners of neighboring facets meet. Faceters cut each tier to its meetpoints so that the facet pattern closes exactly.
In more detail
Sharp, clean meetpoints show that the angles and the cutting order fit together. Faceters check the meetpoints of each tier as they cut.
Related terms
- Tier: A tier is a set of facets cut at the same angle, at several index positions around the stone. A faceting design lists its tiers in cutting order.
- Cutting order: Cutting order is the sequence in which a faceter cuts the tiers of a design. Each new tier is cut to meet the tiers before it.
- Facet: A facet is one flat, polished face of a cut gemstone. Its angle and its direction around the stone decide where it sends light.