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

# Radiant cut

Also called radiant

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](https://digitalgemology.com/learn/glossary/emerald-cut): An emerald cut is a rectangular step cut with cropped corners and a long, open table.
- [Princess cut](https://digitalgemology.com/learn/glossary/princess-cut): A princess cut is a square brilliant with sharp corners and chevron-patterned pavilion facets.
- [Brilliant cut](https://digitalgemology.com/learn/glossary/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.

## Learn more

- [Radiant Cut](https://digitalgemology.com/cuts/radiant)

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