Matched pairs and side stones
Loose Princess Cut Diamond Side Stones & Matching Diamond Pairs
Finding one genuine high-quality piece among loose princess cut diamonds isn’t easy these days, let alone finding two. As wholesalers and direct importers, we offer a solution to this problem in the form of a rich variety of matching diamond pairs of princess cuts, ranging at 0.03-1.00 carats. They’re often used by our clients in Princess Cut Halo Rings, Three Stone Engagement Rings, Halo Rings, and Solitaire Earrings, with endless other possibilities.
The specification
OUR LOOSE PRINCESS CUT DIAMOND PAIRS
We supply calibrated Princess side stones, ready to set, across this range
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A Closer Look at Princess Cut Diamonds
THE RICH HISTORY OF THE PRINCESS CUT DIAMOND
The Princess Cut Diamond is one of the newer fancy cuts created and credited to Betzalel Ambar and Israel Itzkowitz in 1979 while taking inspiration from French predecessors. Despite being relatively new, the Princess Cut has taken the Jewelry world by storm thanks to having a superior light retention capability to all squared diamond shapes, being more affordable than the classic Round Cut, while offering a modern and fascinating presence.
The Finer Details of the Princess Cut Diamond
When it comes to other fancy cuts, including those that tend to be square in nature, none come close to the sheer brilliance and sparkle offered by the Princess Cut. As a general rule, the princess is constructed with 57 to 76 facets and increases in pricing the more square it is and less triangular. Speaking of price, another reason for the overwhelming success of the princess cut is its pricing compared to the classic round cut. This is partially due to the economic benefits of crafting the cut which leads to maintaining more of the rough material. The difference is a staggering 25 to 30 percent in pricing. Add to that, that the princess cut is great at hiding flaws and imperfections that comparable stones can’t get away with, and you got yourself a winner.
Ideal Settings for Princess Cut Diamonds
The corners of a princess cut are its weak spots and as such, choosing the ideal settings for the cut is more than just finding the most visually appealing setup. It’s about protecting and prolonging the stone’s mint condition. The most ideal setting for the princess cut for both appeal and protection is the classic 4-prone setting in which the stone is protected by a metal claw. The Princess is quite popular in Three Stone Rings, Chanel Settings, and Solitaires as well.
Side Stone Combinations for a Princess Center Stone
The princess cut is one of the most sought after center stone for three stone rings, and its side stone combinations should be chosen intelligently. Below are some possible combinations to spark your creative process, from calf cuts to half moon and bullet side stones.
Princess Shaped Diamond Jewelry Inspiration
Frequently Asked Questions About Princess Side Stones
What is a princess cut diamond?
A princess cut is a square brilliant with sharp, uncropped corners and a faceting pattern that returns a lot of light. As a side stone it brings sparkle and a crisp square outline. It is one of the most popular square cuts because it combines the geometry of a square with the fire of a brilliant.
Which center stones do princess side stones suit?
They pair well with a princess, round, or cushion center, where the brilliant faceting matches. A pair of princess side stones beside a round center gives a bright, lively three stone ring. Beside a step-cut center such as an emerald, the difference in sparkle is noticeable, so a step cut side stone usually suits better there.
What is the difference between a princess and a cushion cut?
A princess has sharp square corners and a crisp, angular outline, while a cushion has soft rounded corners and a pillowy shape. The princess reads as sharp and modern, the cushion as soft and classic. Both are brilliant cuts, so they sparkle similarly, but the corners give them very different characters.
Why do princess cut corners need care in setting?
The sharp corners of a princess are the most vulnerable point of the stone and can chip if left exposed, so they are usually protected by the setting. As side stones they are typically held so the corners sit against metal or against the center stone. It is a practical point worth raising with whoever sets the ring.
Do princess side stones work in channel settings?
Yes, very well. The square outline lines up edge to edge, so princess cuts sit neatly in a channel with the corners protected by the metal on each side. This is a common way to use them along the shoulders of a ring, and it solves the corner-protection point at the same time.
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
Also available as a full diamond layout, in our princess cut diamond layouts.
