Guide to Diamond Shapes

What Is a Diamond Shape?

Diamond shape refers to the geometric appearance of a diamond. Diamond shapes are categorised into two groups: round diamonds and fancy shape diamonds. Round diamonds, also known as round brilliant cuts, are the most traditional diamond shape. Fancy shape diamonds refers to any diamond that is not a round brilliant. Tiffany fancy shape diamonds include princess, cushion, emerald, oval, pear, marquise, heart and our exclusive Tiffany True® diamond.
Diamond Shape Chart

Tiffany Diamond Shape Chart

Tiffany offers a wide range of diamond cuts and shapes, ensuring that every ring is as extraordinary as the love it represents. The diamond shape you choose should reflect your unique style and personality.

Round Brilliant Diamonds

The round brilliant cut is one of the most popular diamond shapes for its intense sparkle. Round brilliant diamonds are cut to optimise brilliance, featuring over 56 facets that reflect light and cast tiny rainbows in a breathtaking show of sparkle and contrast. Since 1886, the Tiffany® Setting has featured a round brilliant diamond, becoming an icon against which all engagement rings are measured. Leading the industry, Tiffany offers a triple excellent cut on all round brilliant diamonds.
Round Brilliant Diamonds
Tiffany & Co. Tiffany True™ Diamond Engagement Rings

Tiffany True® Diamonds

Perfect for those seeking a modern engagement ring style, the Tiffany True® diamond features a mixed cut that combines a step-cut crown and a brilliant-cut pavilion. This innovative diamond shape displays intense white reflections balanced with subtle rainbows and movement of light.

Princess-Cut Diamonds

Beloved for its contemporary style and sparkle, the princess cut is the most popular fancy shape diamond. Princess-cut diamonds are square modified brilliant cuts with pointed corners. Boasting over 50 chevron-shaped facets, this cut is defined by exceptional fire and scintillation. Depending on the length-to-width ratio, princess-cut diamonds can appear square or rectangular.
Princess-Cut Diamonds
Emerald-Cut Diamonds

Emerald-Cut Diamonds

Emerald-Cut diamonds are sought after for their understated glamour and eye-catching depth. This octagonal step cut features parallel, rectangular facets, and it is the large, open table that highlights the stone’s pure colour and icy clarity. The emerald cut is a suitable choice for those seeking an Art Deco-inspired engagement ring style.

Cushion-Cut Diamonds

The cushion-Cut diamond is also traditionally referred to as the “pillow-cut diamond”. Rounded edges soften the corners of this square or rectangular-cut diamond. A unique spin on the classic round brilliant, the cushion-cut diamond is an excellent choice for any engagement ring setting.
Cushion-Cut Diamonds
Oval Diamonds

Oval Diamonds

The oval shape is an elegant combination of the round brilliant cut and the marquise diamond. This brilliant cut features shimmering facets that make the light dance and create the illusion of longer fingers. Bold and sophisticated, the oval diamond is a unique shape for the wearer who wants to express their individuality.

Pear-Shaped Diamonds

The pear shape combines round brilliant and marquise-cut styles to form a tapered teardrop with an extraordinary display of light. Like oval and marquise diamonds, the flattering pear shape elongates the finger—especially when worn with the point facing the nail. Tiffany pear-shaped diamonds showcase exacting symmetry and are exceptionally beautiful in halo settings.
Tiffany & Co. Pear-Shaped Diamonds
Heart-shaped Diamond Rings

Heart-Shaped Diamonds

Heart-shaped gems are classic symbols of love, cut with a precise length-to-width ratio to ensure expertly symmetrical curves. Sentimental and as rare as true connection, the heart-shaped diamond is an excellent choice for the classic romantic.
Shop Tiffany & Co. Diamond Engagement Rings

Engagement Rings

In 1886, Tiffany introduced the engagement ring as we know it today. We’re proud to build on that legacy as the leader in diamond traceability with responsibly sourced, expertly crafted diamond rings that celebrate love in all its forms.
Shop Tiffany & Co. Diamond Engagement Rings

Better Together

Tiffany & Co. engagement rings and wedding bands make the perfect match.
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Experts

Our Diamond Experts

Let us assist you in choosing an engagement ring, personalising a wedding band or selecting a special anniversary gift.
Tiffany & Co. Guide to Diamonds

The Guide to Diamonds

Discover how Tiffany’s high standards across cut, clarity, colour and carat weight make our diamonds brighter and more vibrant.
Tiffany & Co. Lifetime of Service

A Lifetime of Service

When you purchase a Tiffany ring, you receive superlative care for a lifetime.