Tanzanite Cut
WHAT IS “CUT”?
A gemstone’s cut refers to its overall shape, as well as the level of skill with which the cutter has faceted and polished the stone to be brilliant and reflect light.
Unlike in the case of diamonds, there are no standard “ideal” cuts for tanzanite: each individual tanzanite crystal must be custom cut to help the finished gem display its best color and brilliance.
Expect every tanzanite on this website to be cut slightly differently to the next, as a personalized cut is crucial to bringing out each colored gemstone’s unique personality.
Cut Shape
The cut shape describes the shape into which the rough gemstone has been cut.
Oval
Emerald
Heart
Pear
Round
Trillion
Square
Cushion
WHAT MAKES A WELL-CUT TANZANITE ?
A well-cut tanzanite will display the gemstone’s color to its best ability, look symmetrical when viewed from above, and reflect light at the proper angles to create brilliance and sparkle.
Windows - sign of a poor cut
A window in a gemstone is a big “see-through” area typically visible in the center of a faceted stone. It is caused by a shallow or poorly executed cut.
Rather than reflecting light back to the eye, the stone allows light to pass straight through, resulting in a dull, washed-out appearance with a noticeable loss of depth and color.
underneath your stone
The lower portion of a gemstone is called the pavilion.
Very shallow cut pavilions can wash a stone out, creating a “window” where light escapes rather than reflecting back to the eye.
Deeper cut pavilions can intensify color - gorgeous ! . However, this added depth will require higher settings in jewellery, meaning rings and pendants must be designed to sit taller to properly accommodate the stone.