rose cut | ˈrōz kət
noun
A style of stone cutting that produces a gemstone with a flat, multifaceted base and semi-dome-shaped top that is covered with a varied number of triangular facets and terminates in a point
The rose cut diamond was popularized in the 1700s during the Georgian era and are becoming popular again today as an antique-style take on the traditional cuts of diamonds that are most often used. Originally developed in the 16th century, the Rose cut results in a relatively flat diamond base with a semi-dome shape on top that is covered by a number of triangular facets and a point at the end. The style of cut is thought to have originated in India before being brought to Europe by the Venetians in the 16th and 17th century. Rose cut diamonds have far fewer facets than brilliant cuts because they were developed to sparkle in candle light - they can have as few as just 3 facets and as many as 24.
