| The emerald cut is not a brilliant cut, and it's called | | | | ratio or 1.50, the recent trend is toward the more |
| a step cut. Step cuts are comprised of larger | | | | square shape. |
| facets which act like mirrors. The emerald cut has | | | | Engagement rings with Emerald Shape diamonds |
| 58 facets, 25 crown, 8 girdle, and 25 pavilion. | | | | are both sophisticated and elegant and can still |
| Because of the angle, size and shape of the | | | | show off sparkle and fire with more dramatic |
| facets, this cut shows less brilliance and fire | | | | prisms of light. |
| (dispersion) than other brilliant cut diamonds. | | | | Emerald Shape diamonds tend to be less |
| However, the emerald cut stone reveals a classic | | | | expensive than other diamonds. They are neither |
| beauty and elegance not seen in other cuts. | | | | as traditional as the Round Shape nor as trendy |
| Because of the open and large facets, we | | | | as the Princess Shape diamonds, they can still be |
| recommend a higher color and clarity than you | | | | as stunning without costing more money. |
| might consider for a brilliant cut stone because | | | | Purchasing a quality diamond is a major decision. |
| they are more likely to become visible at lower | | | | Because you are purchasing a diamond for a very |
| grades. The classic emerald has a length to width | | | | special occasion. |