
Developed by Joseph Asscher, the Asscher cut was inspired by the table cuts of the Renaissance. It became the forerunner of the standard emerald cut, except the Asscher cut has more light and fire than an emerald cut. In 1902, Asscher Diamond Co. patented a rectilinear diamond cut. The Asscher diamond features a small table, with a high crown, and broad facets. The Royal Asscher Diamond the official branded name for the Asscher cut diamond. It was also the company that distributed in the United States. The short supply leaves a premium price for this special cut. It is recommended when buying a Asscher diamond that the color be at least a H color and a VS2 clarity. (Read More.....)