1. What is an old cut diamond?

Old-cut diamonds refer to historical cutting styles made between the 15th and 19th centuries. These hand-crafted gemstones feature large facets and often irregular shapes that reflect daylight or candlelight in a very soft way. The main old cuts include:
The "Rose Cut" (15th-16th century): A rudimentary cut, without a culet, for a particular and easily recognizable shine.
The Old Mine cut (17th-18th century): A square shape with rounded corners, similar to the shape of your sofa cushion.
The Old European cut (19th century): A precursor to the modern round cut, with a wider table and more regular proportions.

2. Old size vs. modern size: what are the differences?

Old cut : a shine whose charm spans the centuries.
• Shape: Large, irregular facets, often round or cushion . The round shape has 58 facets (one more facet), with the culet point being open.
• Shine: A soft, romantic glow.
• Historical use: cut for natural light or candlelight.

Modern cut : contemporary brilliance
• Shape: Round brilliant cut, with 57 facets, the culet point being closed.
• Optimum brightness for all lighting.
• New technologies for analysis and cutting.

3. Focus on old-cut synthetic diamonds: 1 carat vs. 2 carats

1 carat old cut diamond
The 1 carat antique-cut lab-grown diamond is ideal for understated jewelry. Its rounded cut gives it a vintage charm, perfect for engagement rings or pendants.

2 carat old cut diamond
With greater visual impact, the 2-carat antique-cut diamond offers a singular presence. A generous shape perfect for a bespoke ring or custom solitaire necklace, it lends authentic old-world charm.

4. The old-cut synthetic diamond and its price

Lab-grown antique-cut diamonds offer an ethical and affordable alternative. Prices vary based on factors such as color, clarity, and carat.
• 0.80 carat: From €800 (laboratory diamonds).
• 2 carats and more: From €1,000 to €3,000 depending on specifications.

5. Buy a synthetic old-cut diamond or a second-hand diamond?

An antique-cut, lab-grown diamond combines vintage charm with the highest standards of clarity and color. Each stone carries with it ethical and sustainable values.
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Pre-owned antique cut diamonds offer a unique historical cachet, but require expertise to verify their quality, which is often uneven in terms of symmetry, clarity and color.
Prefer authenticity? Check out our selection of antique-cut diamonds.

6. Old-fashioned or modern cutting: what to choose?

The choice between old-cut and modern-cut lab-grown diamonds depends on your tastes:
For vintage charm and a unique aesthetic, opt for an antique cut.
For optimal shine and contemporary style, choose a modern cut.

Conclusion: The unique brilliance of old cuts
Old-cut lab-grown diamonds, whether rose, Old Mine, or Old European cuts, celebrate craftsmanship and history. They are an alternative to the perfection of modern cuts and embody values of ethics and responsibility.

Ethical brilliance creates emotions