What is the ranking of characteristics of a round brilliant that makes it shine more

[ShoppingForARing]

is it cut? if so what about it? depth? table? crown pavillion? does that come before anything else?

 

[Skippy123]

Date: 8/1/2008 6:42:18 PM
Author:ShoppingForARing
is it cut? if so what about it? depth? table? crown pavillion? does that come before anything else?

Hi there, it is a combo of all of those; cut is most important. Maybe the experts will chime in on the last question.

 

[John P]

Date: 8/1/2008 6:42:18 PM
Author:ShoppingForARing
is it cut? if so what about it? depth? table? crown pavillion? does that come before anything else?

Everything taken together. Crown and pavilion angles are most critical to proper light return - but table, depth and minor facets all influence the character of the performance.