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Princess Cut Cons

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The princess cut has been around since the 1970s, so it's relatively new when compared to other types of cuts that have been around for hundreds of years. The princess cut can be one of the least common types of cuts, too. Really fantastic, brilliant and flashy princess cut engagement rings are rare, yet the price isn't terribly high compared to other cuts.

Pros of the Princess Cut Engagement Ring

Less Expensive than Some Cuts
When compared to some of the other cuts, the princess is less expensive. Cutting of the diamond with its facets will determine how much is wasted and cut from the diamond itself. This can be a determining factor in the price of the diamond cut.

Hides Blemishes
The facets of the princess cut go a long way towards hiding blemishes. …show more content…

A good jeweler can create a setting that will protect the corners. He or she might also be able to chamfer the stone, which removes a very small amount of the corners to protect it without altering the shape.

Extra Care of the Corners
When you have to care for the corners of the diamond, you cannot choose a setting that leaves them bare. That limits the types and styles of settings you can get for your diamond. You'll also need to make sure the light isn't blocked with the setting itself.

Limited Availability
This doesn't have to be a con. When a princess cut, or any other cut, has limited availability yet it doesn't raise the price, that's a great attribute. You're getting a style of ring that are not the same as anyone else.

If you look around your office, the gym or a restaurant, you'll see plenty of women with a round diamond ring. When you see one with a princess cut engagement ring, you'll likely see a unique woman that stands out in the crowd. She's not afraid to buck trends and do her own

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