Emerald Cut Diamond Rings

An emerald cut diamond rings can be very stunning. While it doesn’t have as much fire and brilliance as a round cut, it does have elegant long lines and intense flashes of light. Keep in mind that this cut was originally developed for emerald gemstones, which are really hard stones and difficult to cut. The process, when applied to diamonds, creates trim lines and an overall, sophisticated look. When shopping for an emerald cut diamond ring, the ideal length to width ratio should be around 1.5:1. Many experts consider this to be the best shape for this kind of cut. It’s pretty common to find an emerald cut diamond ring with multiple accents that provide balance to the stone’s elongated shape.

The downside to this type of cut is that flaws and inclusions stand out more. This is due to the large and open table. Also, color weakness and poor craftsmanship is much more evident than that of the round brilliant. For these reasons, you need to be very careful when selecting your emerald cut diamond ring. You need to choose the highest quality stone within your budget limit. Only buy from stores that offer a GIA or EGL certificate with their diamonds. The great thing about the emerald cut diamond rings is that it is a lot less expensive than a round brilliant with the same quality. This is because the emerald cut is much more economical and requires a minimal amount of cutting. Of course, if you want accent stones, expect to pay more for the emerald cut diamond rings. It will still be a less expensive option than a round brilliant ring with accents.