
Asscher cut engagement rings are one of the most popular types of diamond engagement rings sold today. To help make choosing one of these rings that much easier I have written this article on everything you need to know about these diamonds before buying.
Asscher cut engagement rings truly are beautiful, the first time I saw one was when I was with a good friend of mine shortly after her engagement. Her husband had given her an engagement ring and she was absolutely overjoyed. I remember looking at the diamond cutting and thinking just how beautiful it was. Ever since then I have fallen in love with this stye of cutting and I much prefer it to the traditional unmodified cushion-cut engagement ring which I have also seen people wear.
Asscher Cut Engagement Rings are special
In 1902 in Amsterdam, Holland the Asscher cut diamond was first crafted by the Asscher brothers who were famous for their diamond cutting mastery. Ever since then, these engagement rings have become an important part of western and even global marriages.Asscher cut wedding rings have a very special and unique shape which distinguishes them from other diamonds. It is a square stone which has corners which have been deeply trimmed so that it is similar to an octagon shape, it is a cushion cut which has been modified. This is what makes it so special and it is the reason why Asscher cut diamond engagement rings are so sought after all over the world.These diamonds have been patented and so genuine Asscher cut diamonds are always produced by the Asscher family of Amsterdam. A way to tell if your diamond is indeed real is to view it under a magnified glass, you will be able to see
Asscher cut engagement rings are truly beautiful and they will no doubt win the heart of your wife to be.There are also good alternatives to asscher cut rings, for example bezel set, cushion cut and princess cut engagement rings.