Table facet it s the top most facet of the diamond and is named after its location located on table.
Diamond cut most facets.
A brilliant is a diamond or other gemstone cut in a particular form with numerous facets so as to have exceptional brilliance.
In a round brilliant cut diamond table facet has octagonal shape.
Brilliant cut diamonds were designed to have the most facets and the most sparkle.
Rarely is it less than 50.
It is through this facet that incident light is reflected back.
Of these the modern round brilliant diamond cut is the most popular.
With 57 sometimes 58 facets the classic round shape paired with numerous facets grabs the light better than any other diamond shape.
Thus it s the most important facet of the diamond as it affects the diamond s brilliance and sparkle.
Even with modern techniques the cutting and polishing of a diamond crystal always results in a dramatic loss of weight.