Asscher Cut
assch·er cut | ˈa-shər kət
noun
An octagonal diamond cut
The asscher cut was first introduced in 1902 and has 58 facets. This cut embodies all of the elegance and grace of that era - that is, the Great Gatsby era. The asscher offers a step cut rather than a brilliant cut; however, it offers uniquely angled corners, making it appear as an octagon. The Asscher cut is considered groovy; to provide a visual, it’s similar to looking into a kaleidoscope. Asschers offer a similar depth that emeralds do; therefore, choosing the lowest depth possible for your asscher will make for a larger looking stone. Typically, consumers are drawn in by asscher’s beautiful tapered edges and mesmerizing vibes of the center stones. Lastly, roughly 2% of all diamonds are cut into Asschers. Therefore, the asscher is regarded as rarer than rare, quite difficult to track down.