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Diamond Anatomy 

The width of the diamond as measured through the girdle.Wondering what on earth is the diamond's pavillion? Table? Culet? The graphic and supporting text below explain the various "parts" of a diamond.

 

Diameter The width of the diamond as measured through the girdle.

Table This is the large, flat top facet of a diamond. Crown The upper portion of a cut gemstone, above the girdle.

Girdle The narrow rim of a diamond that separates the crown from the pavilion. It is the largest diameter to any part of the stone.

Pavilion The lower portion of the diamond, below the girdle. It is sometimes referred to as the base.

Culet The tiny facet on the pointed bottom of the pavilion, which is the portion of a cut gem below the girdle.

Depth The height of a gemstone, from the culet to the table