Asscher-cut diamond

An Asscher is a square step cut with cropped corners. Its concentric facets create broad areas of light and dark, often described as a hall-of-mirrors pattern.

Geometric depth

The Asscher shape is compact and symmetrical. Its cropped corners can make the outline appear octagonal. Unlike a brilliant cut, its character comes from defined steps and calmer shifts of light.

Colour and clarity show clearly

The large, open facets can reveal colour tints and inclusions more directly than a denser brilliant pattern. Compare the actual stone from above and at an angle, not only the clarity grade in the report.

What to compare

• Whether the square outline is balanced.
• Even cropped corners.
• Symmetrical steps and a centred pattern.
• Colour in the metal you plan to choose.
• Visibility of inclusions without magnification.

Compare with an emerald cut for a longer step-cut line, or a princess for square brilliance. See all shapes.