Princess Cut: A Complete Guide
Modern, geometric, and brilliant — everything to know about the princess cut.
The princess cut is one of the most popular shapes after the round — and for good reason. Its clean square outline feels modern, while its brilliant faceting keeps the sparkle high.
What defines a princess cut?
It's a square (sometimes slightly rectangular) shape with sharp corners and brilliant-style faceting. That combination gives it a contemporary, architectural look with plenty of fire — a great middle ground between the classic round and the sleek emerald cut.
Why people love it
Princess cuts often look larger per carat than rounds because less of the rough stone is lost in cutting — meaning great value — and the crisp lines suit both modern and vintage settings.
One care tip
Those beautiful sharp corners are the most vulnerable part of the stone. A setting with protective corner prongs (or a halo) keeps a princess cut secure for daily wear. See our Care Guide.
In moissanite
A princess cut moissanite gives you that geometric sparkle with exceptional value. Compare it with other shapes in our cut guide.
FAQs
Is a princess cut as sparkly as a round?
Very nearly — it uses brilliant-style faceting, so it's one of the most fiery non-round shapes.
Is a princess cut good value?
Yes — less rough is wasted in cutting, so you often get more visible size for the price.
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