This question will likely come across as uninformed, perhaps not even well asked, but here goes: What are the different types of faceting patterns for a modern round brilliant diamond? I see lots of Hearts and Arrows, and although I understand their symmetry can give great light performance (is that right?), I confess I prefer the look of older cuts: OEC/OMCs.
Are H&As relatively new patterns? What did round brilliants exhibit before H&As? Are there other common patterns to be found that will also bounce back light and fire really well?
Are H&As relatively new patterns? What did round brilliants exhibit before H&As? Are there other common patterns to be found that will also bounce back light and fire really well?