Matched pairs and side stones
Hexagon Diamond Cut Side Stones & Matching Diamond Pairs
We carry a rich and diverse stock of Step Cut and Brilliant Cut Hexagon Diamonds, available to us due to our direct manufacturing capabilities directly from the source as well as several generations worth of experience which spans over 75 years of mastering cutting the most unique and complex shapes.
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Our Pairs of Hexagon Diamond Cuts
We supply calibrated Hexagon side stones, ready to set, across this range
The fascination with the Art Deco and Art Nouveau Periods and the Hexagon Cut Diamond always go hand in hand thanks to the seamless blend of its geometric patterns.
It is no surprise then that the growing interest in art deco inspired jewelry has seen a comeback of the incredibly rare and unique Hexagon Cut alongside it, most notably playing the role of side stones From Hexagon Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Designs and Three Stone Engagement Rings, to Solitaire Earrings and Hidden Halo Rings.
We offer Both the Step, and Brilliant Cut versions of the Hexagon as Side Stones & Matching Diamond Pairs perfectly matched for jewelers and collectors. Custom orders are available per your specific requirements.
What is a Hexagon Diamond?
The hexagon diamond is a six-sided polygon that takes after the original hexagon shape and as such offers a totally unique diamond shape and viewing experience. Known for their geometric lines and appealing aesthetics, hexagon cut diamonds were most prominent during the 1920s during the rise of the art deco movement. As such, owners of hexagonal diamonds know that not only is their diamond stunning, but rare and prestigious. In fact, the hexagon’s vintage charm is so sought after and difficult to find, that halo engagement rings have become popular in their own right attempting to recreate them, often combining the Brilliant Round Cut with Baguette Cuts surrounding it, among other combinations, but nothing beats the original Hexagon.
The Two Types of Hexagon Cut Diamond
Whereas the more popular step-cut diamond focuses on the traditional step cutting method which delivers that famous “hall of mirrors” that has a magnificent presence in Art Deco Engagement Rings and other Jewelry types. The Brilliant Hexagon Cut Diamond incorporates a similar approach to that found in other known Brilliant Cuts like The Round and Princess Cut. The result is a dazzling, sparkling full of life piece that works well in both modern and certain art deco style of Jewelry.
Recommended Ratio for the Hexagon Diamond Cut
While most diamond cuts have their go to ideal ratios to achieve their peak performance in light dispersion and structural appeal, the Hexagon is quite different. There’s really no ideal ratio to follow through, it is all based on what you hope to achieve and your personal taste, usually going for the traditional square shape of the hexagon or a more rectangular approach.
Ideal Settings for the Hexagon Shaped DIamond
The Hexagon Shaped Diamond works tremendously well in unique and creative geometric patterned jewelry, as well as hidden halos, three stone engagement rings, split shank. It can often be seen in pave settings, as well as signet settings on some occasions. Art Deco and Art Nouveau style Engagement Rings and Solitaire Earrings work extremely well with both versions of the Hexagon which have seen a resurgence similar to the Antique Cushion Cut Diamond, and French Cut.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hexagon Side Stones
What is a hexagon cut diamond?
A hexagon is a six-sided side stone, usually elongated, with a clean geometric outline. It can be cut with step facets for a calm look or with brilliant facets for more life. It is popular in modern and geometric ring designs and works east-west as well as along the shoulder.
Which center stones suit hexagon side stones?
Hexagons pair well with emerald, radiant, elongated cushion, and other elongated or geometric centers, where the straight edges meet the center stone cleanly. They suit contemporary and bezel settings. They are less at home beside a traditional round solitaire, where a softer side stone usually reads better.
Are hexagon diamonds step cut or brilliant cut?
Both exist and they look quite different set. Step-cut hexagons have long parallel facets and a quiet, glassy surface that matches emerald and Asscher centers. Brilliant-cut hexagons have more sparkle and pair with brilliant centers. Specify which you need, because the outline is identical but the light is not.
Why does symmetry matter so much in a hexagon?
Because the eye reads all six straight edges, a hexagon that is slightly off in symmetry stands out in a way a round never would. The two sides of the stone have to balance, and in a pair the two stones have to match each other's symmetry as well. This is what makes a clean hexagon pair harder to cut than it looks.
Do hexagons work in geometric and cluster designs?
Very well. The six sides tessellate, so hexagons sit neatly beside each other and beside other geometric shapes, which suits cluster and honeycomb designs as well as three stone rings. This is one of the few side stone shapes that looks deliberate when several are grouped rather than used as a single pair.
Sizing, cutting style and the center stones this shape suits are covered in our guide to choosing side stones.
Pairs well with related side stone cuts
The same shape is cut as a complete row in our hexagon cut diamond layouts.
