True to its name, a radiant-cut diamond—invented in 1977 by Henry Grossbard—catches the light in a big way. The radiant cut diamond is a modern favourite that combines the best of two worlds: the elegant silhouette of an emerald cut with the brilliant sparkle of a round diamond. With its trimmed corners and 70 light-reflecting facets, the radiant diamond offers a fiery brilliance that’s hard to match.
Our leading gemologist, Gerry Appleby, brings over six decades of expertise — and is widely regarded as having one of the most trusted and discerning eyes in Europe.
Our emerald cut diamonds are hand-selected for their exceptional sparkle, symmetry, and presence. The elongated shape flatters the finger, creating a naturally elegant look that feels both refined and modern. Each stone is cut to maximise light and fire, ensuring your diamond catches the eye — and holds it.
This stringent selection process is at the heart of what we do. It’s a tradition that ensures only the most exceptional diamonds bear the Appleby name and are worthy of the sentiment they represent.
We take great pride in our unwavering commitment to true craftsmanship at the Appleby workshop, honed over generations and brought to life by the skilled hands of our master jewellers. From the very first consultation, we take the time to understand your vision whether it's a timeless solitaire, a vintage-inspired setting, or something entirely your own.
All our engagement rings can be crafted in your choice of 18ct yellow gold, 18ct blush rose gold, or platinum to suit your personal style and preference. If you see a style of engagment ring you love, our workshop can craft it in your preferred diamond size and specification, we will always do our best to tailor it perfectly to suit your vision and budget.
A radiant cut diamond is a square or rectangular diamond with trimmed corners and 70 facets. It blends the brilliance of a round cut with the elegant shape of an emerald cut, giving maximum sparkle and a modern look.
Radiant diamonds look stunning in solitaires, halos, three-stone designs, or pavé bands. A rectangular radiant also pairs beautifully with tapered baguette side stones.
At Appleby Jewellers, we hand-select radiant cut diamonds for their brilliance and beauty. Our in-house Dublin workshop can create bespoke radiant cut diamond engagement rings tailored to your style.
Emerald cuts have step-cut facets that create a hall-of-mirrors effect with less sparkle, while radiant cuts are designed for fire and brilliance. Radiant diamonds also have cropped corners, making them more durable.
Yes. Radiant diamonds are among the most brilliant diamond shapes because of their unique facet arrangement, which reflects light beautifully.
Yes — they are versatile, durable, and dazzling.
Radiant diamonds are popular for engagement rings thanks to their brilliance, trimmed corners, and adaptability to many settings.