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A single cut is a simplified diamond cut used for small stones, featuring 18 facets. This is a basic form of diamond cutting, distinct from the more complex brilliant cut which has 58 facets.12

Diamond cutting is a specialized art involving several steps:
* Marking: Determining the best way to cut a rough diamond based on its shape and imperfections.
* Cleaving/Sawing: Splitting or cutting the diamond along its natural cleavage planes or using a saw.
* Girdling: Rounding the diamond's shape.
* Faceting: Creating the flat surfaces (facets) that give a diamond its sparkle.2

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