The 8X Cut Grade – Focus on Fancies

In 2021, GCAL introduced the 8X Cut Grade for Round diamonds that evaluates eight grading factors with the goal of identifying the finest-cut stones on the market. In 2022, the 8X Cut Grade for Princess and Oval shapes was introduced. And now parameters are available for the Marquise and Pear 8x Cut Grades. Learn about the research behind fancy shape cut evaluation, and what makes 8x Fancy Shapes stand out, even among other stones given “Excellent” performance grades.