A radiant cut has the outline of an emerald cut, with cropped corners, and a brilliant facet plan.
In more detail
It combines the clean outline of a step cut with the sparkle of a brilliant. Mixed facets also help spread color evenly in colored stones.
On a grading report
No GIA cut grade.
Related terms
- Emerald cut: An emerald cut is a rectangular step cut with cropped corners and a long, open table.
- Princess cut: A princess cut is a square brilliant with sharp corners and chevron-patterned pavilion facets.
- Brilliant cut: A brilliant cut is a cutting style with a crown of facets above a pavilion. Its facet angles return light and spread it into fire.