What princess cuts are worth
Princess (square modified brilliant) was the second-most popular shape through the 2010s and has since softened slightly in demand. That shows up in resale: typical offers run about 10% below the same carat and grades in a round brilliant. See round comparison at sell a round diamond.
Watch for corner damage
The four sharp corners of a princess cut are the most vulnerable point on the stone. Buyers inspect them closely under magnification and discount for any chips, even ones that are invisible to the naked eye. If your princess has been worn daily for years, expect a thorough corner inspection.
Selling
Same playbook as any high-value diamond: GIA certification helps, multiple offers protect you, and professional buyers pay better than pawn shops. See how to sell diamonds online.
FAQ
- Do princess cut diamonds hold their value?
- Princess cuts resell at roughly 25% to 45% of retail — slightly below round brilliants. Demand has softened since the 2010s, but a well-cut, GIA-certified princess in good color still sells reliably.
- How much is a 1 carat princess cut worth on resale?
- A 1 carat princess cut typically resells for $1,200 to $4,800 in the US, depending on color, clarity, cut quality, and GIA certification. That is about 10% below an equivalent round brilliant.
- What hurts a princess cut's resale value most?
- Chipped corners. Princess cuts have four sharp corners that are vulnerable to damage. Even small chips visible only under magnification reduce offers noticeably.
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