The Original Radiant Cut

Brilliant rectangular shape diamonds

Henry Grossbard created the first Original Radiant Cut in 1977, enabling people to choose the stylish square or rectangular shape without compromising on brilliance.

Before Mr. Grossbard conceived of the Radiant Cut, all diamonds with straight edges, like the emerald cut, were faceted with long rectangular facets. This cutting style, called the "step cut" results in a diamond with a glassy appearance. Diamonds with rounded edges, like round diamonds, pear shapes, ovals, and marquises, are faceted with triangular facets. By creating a technique to combine these two cutting styles, Mr. Grossbard was able to release the natural brilliance of a straight edged diamond.

The Original Radiant Cut Diamond: A "Brilliantized Step Cut"

The Round Diamond: A Brilliant Cut

The Emerald Diamond: A Step Cut

ORIGINAL VS. GENERIC

The popularity of the Original Radiant Cut diamond has caused imitations to appear on the market. Viewed side by side, the Original Radiant Cut stands out for its incredible brilliance and always fully spreads its carat weight.

Top Reasons to Buy an Original Radiant Cut:

• Highest Cut Quality. Every Original Radiant Cut Diamond is cut to the rigorous standards developed by Henry Grossbard, the inventor of the cut.
• Unmatched Brilliance. Our strict adherence to Mr. Grossbard's cut standards, means every one of our diamonds possesses unparalleled brilliance.
• Fully Spreads its Carat Weight. Since our expertise goes into cutting each Original Radiant Cut, our diamonds often look larger than a similar weight generic.
• Guaranteed Trust. Every one of our diamonds comes with an Original Radiant Cut Diamond Certificate, and also has a corresponding laser inscription on the girdle of the diamond.

THE CERTAINTY OF THE CERTIFICATE

The marketplace is full of generic "radiant cuts", each represented as "authentic" by the seller. Ask to see the Original Radiant Cut Diamond Certificate to ensure your diamond is the highest quality Radiant Cut.

The Certificate accompanies every Original Radiant Cut Diamond weighing over .70 carat. It includes a certificate number and provides information about the exact measurements for your diamond. For added security, each Original Radiant Cut has a corresponding certificate number laser inscribed on the girdle of the diamond.

Most importantly, the Original Radiant Cut Certificate represents the Grossbard family's guarantee that your diamond has been cut to the inventor's highest standards, offering our customers the highest level of comfort and satisfation. Remember, if a radiant does not have an Original Radiant Cut Certificate and laser inscription on the girdle, it's not an Original.