How many facets does a diamond have?

A diamond has 58 facets. The number of facets on a diamond is determined by the shape of the diamond. A round brilliant cut diamond, which is the most popular shape, has 58 facets, while other shapes, such as princess, cushion, or emerald, may have different numbers.

The 58 facets of a round brilliant cut diamond are divided into 33 on the crown (the top of the diamond), 24 on the pavilion (the bottom of the diamond), and one table (the flat top surface). Each of these facets is cut in a specific way to create the diamond's unique shape and maximize the amount of light that is reflected through the diamond. This is what gives a diamond its sparkle and brilliance.

The crown facets are divided into 8 star facets, 8 bezel facets, 16 upper girdle facets, and 1 table. The star facets are located at the top of the diamond and are triangular in shape. The bezel facets are located on the sides of the diamond and are also triangular in shape. The upper girdle facets are located between the star and bezel facets and are generally rectangular in shape.

The pavilion facets are divided into 8 lower girdle facets, 8 pavilion mains, and 8 pavilion stars. The lower girdle facets are located between the pavilion mains and pavilion stars and are generally rectangular in shape. The pavilion mains are located at the bottom of the diamond and are triangular in shape. The pavilion stars are located at the four points of the diamond and are also triangular in shape.

The number of facets on a diamond is essential to its beauty and brilliance. A diamond with the correct number of facets will be able to refract and reflect light in the most optimal way, allowing the diamond to sparkle and shine.