The French cut diamond traces its origins to the 15th century, evolving from early table cut diamonds as cutters introduced additional facets to create greater brilliance and liveliness. Favoured by European royalty and particularly fashionable in France during the 17th century, the cut was admired for the combination of geometry and liveliness. At Hancocks London, we often incorporate French cut diamonds into our designs for our handcrafted engagement rings, whether paired with old cut diamonds or fine coloured gemstones, French cut diamonds bring individuality, depth and refinement to every design.
