Point Cut

The point cut was a way to bring a crooked and blemished crystal towards the ideal: a perfect octahedral form, without appearing to have been tampered by man.

This faceting technique played a crucial role in the evolution and history of diamond cutting.

Why Choose a Point Cut?

Point cut diamonds are one of the earliest ways of fashioning a diamond and are extremely rare to come by. They were often re-cut over the centuries as other diamond cuts were developed, making their survival to this day truly remarkable.

Up until the 18th century, the only source of diamonds was India and it was here where mystical powers were attributed to the natural points. A well-formed crystal was thought to protect the owner from misfortune and these gems were reserved for the highest caste only.

During the 14th- 16th centuries where examples of this cut can be found, it was a time when fine jewellery was only attainable and worn by the upper nobility, and royalty. As such, it is very possible that many of these pieces would have been worn at court, tangible witnesses to historic events which we have only read about in books.

To own a piece of jewellery with an original point cut diamond is a rare opportunity to own something of immense historical significance.

Berganza’s Point Cut Diamonds 

At Berganza, we are privileged to hold two historic point cut diamond rings in our collection, dating back to the Tudor and Renaissance periods. Make an appointment in our showroom today and one of our early jewellery specialists would be delighted to take you through the collection.

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