Diamonds are one of the most sought after gems out in the market with men and women both being attracted to them. Available in a large variety of colours, cut, quality, and shape along with being set in many different settings, diamonds are a highly versatile category of gemstones that make for beautiful forms of jewelry, ranging from earrings and pendants to bracelets and rings. 

Diamond rings have a special aura surrounding them too with them being one of the most classic and famous gifts or purchase made. Being one of the most worthy investments in jewelry, many people hence make the purchase either for security or simply to wear it daily or special occasion. 

With variety being available in many aspects of diamond rings, one of the most important aspects of a diamond would be how it is cut by the designer or jeweler. Many such cuts are available which include the round cut, princess cut, emerald cut, etc. out of which the highlight of this article will be the emerald cut in diamonds. 

One of the most beautiful cuts out there, the emerald cut is an embodiment of grace and power and is the topmost preference for many diamond shoppers and wearers. When combined with an engagement ring, the emerald cut diamond, gives rise to a stunning choice in engagement rings and appears beautiful on most women.  

About Emerald Cut Diamond 

A diamond with an elongated and rectangular shape, the emerald cut gemstone has linear facets which feature chiselled step cuts which are arranged in a parallel manner down the stone. Additional cuts are provided to the corners of the stone to provide the gem with extra security and stability so that it retains its shape and position in a ring and does not get easily fractured. 

With a huge surface table, the emerald cut diamond is one of the largest diamond cuts out there and also provides its wearers with exceptional clarity. It is well known for appearing larger than the actual size and carat weight of other shaped diamonds and hence, makes for a popular option for customers who want to spend their bucks in a budgeted manner but on a large stone. Another effect created by the cut includes its ability to abundantly reflect white and coloured light due to the presence of long step cuts. 

Although emerald cuts are generally found in rectangular shape due to better prominence in it, they are also available in squares for customers who are attracted to the particular shape. 

3 Stone Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

One of the best settings for the emerald cut diamond is the pattern seen in a 3 stone emerald cut diamond engagement ring. 

Although these diamonds are flexible enough to complement almost every style and setting, they are known to perfectly fit the settings that can be categorised as understated. While the emerald cuts go well with solitaire and simple pave settings, the best-known setting as mentioned above is the three-stone setting since it is capable of beautifying the cut to the highest extent. 

Guide to Evaluating Emerald Cut Diamonds 

General Guide to Evaluate Diamonds 

The universal method used for defining a diamond’s quality lies within the GIA 4Cs – colour, clarity, cut, and carat weight. The most important C concerning diamond studs is ‘cut’ as this aspect has the most visible impact on the appearance and brilliance of the jewelry. 

Carat

Described simply as the weight of the diamond, it is an aspect related to the size and physical appearance of a precious stone. A carat that best fits the frame of the customer’s face and also falls within the budget must be kept in mind while making the purchase. Although a bigger size is sometimes preferred, people should consider the diamond’s cut above the carat weight as most times larger diamonds lack the lustre and sparkle because it has been poorly cut.

0.50-carat stones are a preference for many.

Cut 

A diamond’s cut is the description of how it has been shaped. This is the most critical aspect for diamond studs as sparkle and brilliance of the stud mostly depends on how well and in what shape it has been cut. With different styles like round brilliant and princess cuts, the basic difference between them is how light is reflected. 

The GIA grades for diamonds’ cuts are Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair, and Poor. When choosing diamond studs, customers must choose one with a rating that falls between Very Good and Excellent as these labels ensure that the purchase made is of the best cut quality that will result in a radiant and sparkling item of jewelry. 

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Clarity 

This is an important feature to consider when purchasing clarity of a diamond explains the number of imperfections present inside and outside the diamond, which can be defined as inclusions and blemishes respectively. 

These imperfections give a cloudy and dull appearance to the diamond, leading to the jewelry looking less beautiful. 

Grades that are used to define the clarity of diamonds include the following: Flawless (FL), Internally Flawless (IF), Very, Very Slightly Included (VVs2), VS1 or VS2 (Very Slightly Included), SI1 or SI2 (Slightly Included), I1 or I2 or I3 (Included).

Higher grades denote that the stone in consideration has lesser inclusions and blemishes and the lower grades describe the opposite. 

A grade of VS2-SI1 is generally awarded to eye-clean diamonds and can be purchased by the customers at reasonable prices as these diamonds will look clean and have an adequate amount of sparkle in the eyes of onlookers. This will also allow the client to invest their budget on the rest of the Cs. However, clients that depend on the technicality of the flawlessness of their diamonds can opt for higher graded ones which will invariably cost more. 

Colour

Colour of the diamond must not be confused with coloured diamonds as the difference between them is that coloured diamonds include an array of naturally occurring shades of diamonds such as blue, yellow, pink, etc. whereas the colour is a method to grade the whiteness of a white diamond. These grades fall between the range of D to Z with D indicating the most “colourless” white diamond and Z the label for the most “yellow” white diamond. This factor depends differently from person to person as some might prefer the yellowish tint while others are completely against it. 

The different grades of colours are caused due to the reflection of every bit of light including the wearer’s skin tone and metal of the setting, that falls on the surfaces and angles of the diamond. 

For a cost-effective purchase, customers must choose a diamond in the range of G-I as they will appear white and cost a lot less than the diamonds which are graded on the range of D-F.

Guide to Evaluate Three Stone Emerald Cut Diamond Ring 

Cut 

Since reputed organisations like the GIA do not grade cuts in fancy shapes and only evaluate the polish and symmetry of the surface, customers can only utilize certain ranges in aspects of the cut of an emerald cut diamond to achieve maximum lustre. The ranges are given in the following table.  It is also important to note the cuts of the other two stones present in a three-stone setting emerald cut diamond ring. 

 

	Excellent	Very Good	Good	Fair	Poor
Table %	61-69	57-60 or 70-72	54-56 or 73-74	51-53 or 75-79	<51 or >79
Depth %	61-67	59-60.9 or 67.1-70	57-58.9 or 70.1-74	54-56.9 or 74.1-79	<54 or >79
Girdle	Very Thin – Slightly Thick	Very Thin – Thick	Very Thin – Very Thick	Extremely Thin – Extremely Thick
Cutlet	None	Very Small	Small	Medium	>Medium
Length/Width Ratio	1.40-1.50	1.30-1.39 or 1.51-1.60	1.20-1.29 or 1.61-1.80	1.15-1.19 or 1.81-1.90	<1.15 or >1.90

Clarity 

Customers are often advised to select an emerald cut diamond which does not have any inclusions present in the middle of the stone since the clear window on the table surface of the diamond allows observers to directly view into the diamond. The most minimal flaw would be clearly visible in an emerald cut diamond also because of its comparatively shallow pavilion and crown. Hence, it is safe to say that blemishes and imperfections in an emerald cut diamond would be a lot more noticeable and visible than the ones found in a round cut or cushion cut diamond. 

Customers are, therefore, advised to select a stone with VS2 clarity grade to invest their money into the most worthy emerald cut diamond ring. It is also important to note the clarity of the other two stones present in a three-stone setting emerald cut diamond ring. Even if customers decide to go for a diamond with a clarity grade of SI1 or SI2, they should at the least ensure that the inclusions present are not in the centre of the stone. 

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Colour 

Like the other aspects, even colour in an emerald cut diamond is a noticeable factor which customers need to take care of while making the purchase. A diamond with a grade of I or lower is the best option when it comes to emerald-cut diamonds. 

The colour of the diamond must also complement the setting it will be based within. Hence, customers should also let the setting be an influential factor for the decision making process regarding the colour of the diamond. 

Pros and Cons of Emerald Cuts 

Like any other cut out there, the emerald cut diamonds also have their own set of pros and cons that every customer must be aware of. 

Pros 

• The emerald cut diamond rings are available at a much lower price per carat than the other shaped diamond rings. 
• The diamond offers its wearers with an understated yet elegant appearance that many people are attracted to. 
• It is an option that is easily available in the market hence, is easier than other shapes to find. 

Cons 

• Since the cut has a glassy appearance, the inclusions are highly visible hence, customers would need to spend more onto the aspect of clarity when making the purchase. 
• It does not exude the kind of brilliance and fire that other diamond shapes do. 

Conclusion Thoughts

With the offer of elegance and uniqueness given by the emerald cut diamonds ring to its wearers and shoppers, the rings studded with these stones look absolutely stunning, especially in a three-stone setting, with the three stones doing an excellent job of accentuating the beauty of the emerald cut diamond. A perfect choice for people who want a large stone but want to spend wisely, the three stone emerald cut diamond engagement rings are suitable for partners who have significant others who would love the design and setting.