13. Melee Diamonds
A simple yet sophisticated way to bedazzle your favourite ring or bracelet, melee diamonds are small diamonds that generally weigh less than a fifth of a carat, and are often set around the centrepiece stone or on a band. These small diamonds are mass produced using hightech machines, although the cutting and sorting of these diamonds are still labour-intensive.
A melee diamond can be faceted with either a single cut or full cut. The single cut is a bit simpler with only about 17 to 18 facets on the diamond, while the full cut boasts about 57 to 58 facets, which would dramatically increase the brilliance factor.
