Are Asscher cut diamonds more expensive?

They can be, but it’s not the cut itself, it’s to do with the quality of the diamond. With an Asscher cut, the gem’s flaws are readily displayed, which means that people choose a higher-grade diamond with excellent clarity. One way to mitigate the (often high) cost of good clarity is to choose a lab-grown… Continue reading Are Asscher cut diamonds more expensive?

They can be, but it’s not the cut itself, it’s to do with the quality of the diamond. With an Asscher cut, the gem’s flaws are readily displayed, which means that people choose a higher-grade diamond with excellent clarity.

One way to mitigate the (often high) cost of good clarity is to choose a lab-grown stone over an ethically mined gem. 

By Peter Norman

Peter Norman is one of Los Angeles’ most celebrated wedding jewelers, with his custom-made engagement rings and wedding bands taking center place in thousands of weddings over the last 40 years. Each engagement ring is custom designed, built to order, and can suit any budget: from the simply elegant 1-carat solitaires to the exquisite pieces fit for (and sometimes purchased by) royalty.