Are you looking for jewelry that is luxurious, beautiful and classic? If so, Zircon jewelry is the best choice. Zircon is the oldest mineral on Earth, dating back more than 4.4 billion years. 

Zircon is a naturally occurring gemstone that was created without the aid of humans other than for mined, carving, and cleaning. The Persian word “zargun,” which means “gold-colored,” is whence the English term “zircon” originates. Zircon are available in different colors. The most popular is blue zircon in the Victorian era.  Zircon is used as a substitute for diamonds when it is colorless. 

Zircon is a natural stone. It is a zirconium silicate that after extraction takes on a dark brown, green, or blue hue before shifting when heated. A few extraordinary gems have a vivid blue tint. Additionally, zircon comes in mint, dark red, purple , pink, and blue colours. Zircon has a high gloss and high intensity because of its reflective surface and great variation.

Types of gemstones shapes and cuts 

Gemstones are a really lovely creation of nature; they are small, power-filled stones that contain both strength and beauty. They have a small amount of shine and come in several hues. – Cuts and shapes of gems.

The gemstones are available in many different shapes and cuts which increase the demand of the gemstones. Here is the list of different shapes and cuts. 

• Round brilliant 

The most glimmer is seen in a round brilliant jewel, especially when diamonds are included. For maximum brilliance, lapidaries cut 57 carefully arranged facets into the stone. However, the most popular engagement rings are available in round gemstones. 

• Oval

The cutting method and equipment are what determine the stone’s oval shape. It might have a flawless oval shape with rounded edges and polished finishes. Among the various shapes, an oval gemstone has the highest carat weight.

• Princess (square) 

Gemstones with princess cuts are square shapes with striking cuts that have pointy sides. This precious stone is very expensive. because it provides the gemstone vivid colours, particularly in the centre (square). It is most demanded by the newlyweds. 

•  Heart 

The heart form is thought of as a bent pear shape. Due to the significance of the heart as a representation of love, it is the most well-liked gemstone design among lovers and partners. The purchase of gemstones in the form of hearts soars to the heights on special occasions for dear ones.

• Pear

Pear-shaped gemstones are typically used in pendant and jewellery pieces. As it describes the shape of a droplet of water or other liquid that is pointy at the top and rounded at the end. It is 56 to 58 facets thick and has more capturing power.

• Marquise 

Oval and marquise shapes are similar, with a few minor differences. It resembles a seed or leaf with modified brilliant cuts in terms of shape. This marquise-shaped gemstone requires skill and commitment to create. Marquise-shaped gemstones increase the stone’s apparent size without changing the carat weight. 

• Radiant

 Emerald lines run straight through the centre of the spherical dazzling gemstone, which has a bright glitter. The angles of the corners are trimmed and range from 68 to 70 facets per stone. Radiant gemstone has the round shape and emerald-like squares edges in its brilliant design, which makes it a widely sought-after shape in the market.

• Rectangle 

The rectangle is the most prevalent form for rings and jewellery in general. In a gemstone, the top surface is perfectly flat, and the corners are slanted. This design closely resembles mirrors due to the sharp edges of the stone. Rectangle shapes are soft glam which shows the stones clarity and simplicity beautifully.  

• Baguette 

A gemstone known as a baguette  is long, narrow, and rectangular in shape; one end may be thinner than the other. In the 1920s, during the Art Nouveau era, it was the initial shape that was used. Since it has established a position in the field of sought gemstone shapes. 

• Emerald 

The sole difference between the emerald form and the baguette is its cut corners. Naturally, an emerald gemstone looks its best when cut into this shape. However, because of the cut’s 50 facets, which make the colour shine vividly, many people opt for colourful stones.

• Briolette 

With certain changes, the briolette shape is close to the pear shape. It is regarded as one of the most difficult cuts to master for gemstone forms. The fundamental distinction between a Briolette and a pear-shaped stone is that the Briolette has facets on both sides. The traditional and generally regarded vintage shapes of gemstones have been realised in the contemporary period of gemstones.

• Cushion 

This cushion shape is a typical combination of square and rectangular shapes. Other names for it include pillow-shaped gemstone. The gemstone has rounded corners on this shape. Because a gemstone has many big facets, it improves the crystal’s clarity and certainty.

With raw gems like rose quartz and aquamarine, rough cuts have experienced a recent rise in demand. The specimen may be captured in all of its unadulterated, natural brilliance since raw diamonds are earthy, organic, and undisturbed. Beautiful pendants, rings, and earrings can be made from unpolished gems.

And that’s the wrap up of our guide to gemstone shapes and cuts!  A favourite from this list, do you have one? A favourite among the many exquisitely cut jewels is difficult to decide. Given the variety of forms, sizes, and cuts available, why limit yourself to one?