09/06/2026
Secret d’Atelier I | Diamond Spread
Did you know?
A diamond’s total depth largely defines its spread — the visual size a gemstone presents when viewed from above.
This is why two diamonds of identical carat weight can appear noticeably different in size.
With fancy shapes such as pear, radiant, marquise or cushion cuts, a skilled cutter can create a larger visual spread while preserving beauty and light performance, depending on the natural shape of the rough diamond.
Round brilliant diamonds, however, leave far less room for compromise. A total depth that is too shallow or too deep can significantly affect brilliance, fire, and light dispersion.
This is where expertise matters.
Gemstone’s beauty is often decided by tiny differences in proportions, measured in fractions of a millimeter.
To learn more about selecting a natural diamond, contact Sagess.
