About The Lucida

About the Lucida diamond ring:

Created by Tiffany & Co.'s gemologists and launched in September 1999, the patented Lucida cut is reminiscent of the Asscher and antique cushion cuts. Termed a "modern classic" by Tiffany, the shape is a square mixed cut. It has 50 facets, a high crown, stepped facets, wide corners and a small table, with a brilliant pavilion. Using a combination of step cut and a brilliant faceting on the pavilion, the Lucida cut produces a contemporary version of the cushion cut. The design of the cut maximises the stone's sparkle and brilliance. Because of the steep crown and deep pavilion (large total depth), the Lucida diamond looks much smaller than a round brilliant diamond of the same weight, although it is made from the same rough as a well-cut round.

After introducing the classic six-prong Tiffany setting in 1886, Tiffany & Co. designed a special four-prong setting to showcase the Lucida cut. The sculptural band has clean lines and soft curves that merge with the prongs in a sloping criss-cross design, which, when viewed from the side, is reminiscent of cathedral arches. The thick band with slightly thicker trellis-style prongs has become a standard for those seeking a contemporary setting for round- or square-shaped diamonds.

Note: The text is adapted from various sources; the pictures are not those of Astro Girl's ring.