Craig Marks Diamonds has many different Cut and Sized Diamonds, the below diamonds are a basic indication. If you require more information or cannot find what you are looking for please contact us.

0.50ct Asscher Diamond Si1/I ; EGL Retail : R15 800 Our Price: R7900

0.60ct Asscher Diamond Si1/F ; EGL Retail : R27 600 Our Price: R13 800

0.70ct Asscher Diamond VS2/I ; EGL Retail : R36 600 Our Price: R18 300

0.92ct Asscher Diamond VS2/I ; EGL Retail : R61 600 Our Price: R30 800

1.00ct Asscher Diamond Si2/I ; EGL Retail : R70 800 Our Price: R30 800

1.50ct Asscher Diamond Si1/I ; EGL Retail : R145 000 Our Price: R77 500

2.00ct Asscher Diamond Si2/I ; EGL Retail : R227 000 Our Price: R118 500

3.00ct Asscher Diamond VS2/J ; EGL Retail : R520 000 Our Price: R260 000

5.00ct Asscher Diamond Si2/I ; EGL Retail : R1 180 000 Our Price: R595 000

History of the Asscher Cut Diamond

Diamonds became popular as ornaments in jewelry in the 1400's and the different techniques and styles of diamond cuts such as the Asscher Cut Diamond were gradually developed over many years. The Dutchman who developed this particular cut was called Joseph Asscher.  Joseph Asscher was a successful diamond cutter from Amsterdam who ran the Royal Asscher Diamond Company with his brother Abraham, which was founded in 1854. Abraham and Joseph Asscher cut the enormous 3,106 carat Cullinan diamond at the request of King Edward VII in 1902 when the Asscher cut was patented.

Description of the Asscher Cut Diamond

The description of an Asscher Cut Diamond is: A forerunner of the emerald cut requiring a four-pronged setting. It is square step cut with cropped corners. An almost octagonal outline enhances the brilliance of the stone.

Asscher Cut Diamond - Step Cut Diamonds - Square, Oblong or Rectangle

Many Square, Oblong or rectangular diamonds are 'step cut' which is used for Asscher cut diamonds. Long thin oblongs are often known as baguettes. An Asscher cut is therefore often referred to as 'Step cut' or 'Table cut'. The facets on a 'Step cut' or 'Table cut' are cut in steps, parallel to the edges which could be described as a pyramid with its top chopped off. These diamonds are bright, clear and shiny in appearance as its facets usually span the length or width of the stone, the facets gradually decreasing as they approach the table and culasse.

Asscher Cut Diamond - the Cutting Process

Diamond Facets are the smooth surface areas of a diamond which are cut and polished to control the brilliance and the durability of a diamond. A skilful diamond cutter brings out all the brilliance and sparkle of a diamond by choosing the most appropriate cut, such as the Asscher Diamond cut.