What color is best for an emerald cut diamond?

An emerald cut diamond of color grade I or lower will very clearly show a yellowish tint. The naked eye is not as likely to notice a tint at color grade G or better. For the best quality and value of a stone, it's best to stay at or above a G color for an emerald cut.

Is color or clarity more important in an emerald cut diamond?

Due to the large, open facets of emerald cut diamonds, there's no place for inclusions to hide. Because of this, we recommend considering clarity first when choosing an emerald cut diamond, before balancing up color and carat weight. We recommend a VS1 clarity grade or higher to ensure an eye-clean appearance.

What is the best cut for an emerald cut diamond?

Most emerald cut diamonds have length to width ratios ranging from 1.30 to 1.50. A ratio of 1.40 is considered “ideal”. However, ratios are dependent on personal preference. A lower ratio should be chosen for a more square shape, while for an elongated, more rectangular shape, a higher ratio is best.

Is VS2 OK for emerald cut?

The clarity rating for an emerald cut diamond should be no less than VS2 clarity; otherwise the inclusions will be more visible. When purchasing step cut diamonds, make sure the color grading is no lower than H to I color. J to K color grades will make the diamond look slightly tinted.

What clarity is best for emerald?

Clarity Grade

Emerald cut diamonds don't conceal imperfections well due to their long, open facets, so clarity (or lack of inclusions) is important. We recommend an eye-clean VVS1 clarity grade or higher.

Emerald Cut Diamonds Education

Is lighter or darker emerald better?

An emerald can have a light, medium or dark tone which means that it will be a light shade of green, a moderate green or a dark green in colour. The most valuable and most attractive emeralds have a medium to moderately dark tone.

Do emerald cut diamonds scratch easily?

Contrary to what many may have heard, emeralds are quite resistant to scratches and chipping, rating a 7.5-8/10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. But that doesn't mean they are impervious to damage. Inclusions (common natural imperfections in the stone) can make them prone to cracking.

What's better VS1 or VS2?

What do the numbers 1 and 2 mean – VS1 and VS2? A VS1 diamond has slightly fewer and smaller inclusions than a VS2 diamond. In other words, a VS1 diamond is slightly better than a VS2 diamond.

Who wears an emerald cut diamond?

For those who love the glamour of Hollywood past and present, you can enjoy an emerald cut diamond knowing it is a favorite of many celebrities. This style has adorned the fingers of top names including Grace Kelly, Liz Taylor, Beyonce and Jennifer Lopez.

Is SI1 or VS2 better?

Like VS2 diamonds, most SI1 clarity diamonds are flawless to the eye. But SI1 clarity diamonds are more likely to contain larger, noticeable flaws. If you're not the type to shop around and ensure your diamond will be eye-clean, stick to a VS2 clarity diamond.

Why do emerald cut diamonds not sparkle?

Even though this shape usually features 58 facets, emerald cut diamonds are less sparkly due to their step cuts. The emerald cut puts more emphasis on the clarity of the diamond than its sparkle. Get a diamond with excellent polish and excellent symmetry grades to maximize its sparkle.

What is the cheapest cut diamond?

Radiant Cut

Radiant are square or rectangular brilliant-cut diamonds with cut corners. They are often the most affordable diamond shapes.

What does an emerald cut diamond say about a woman?

Emerald shape diamonds have long facets & layered corners that resemble stairs and, like its wearer, is strong and bold. This stone shape is for the woman who enjoys flashy and exuberant fashion. An emerald shape will highlight clarity better than any of the other shapes.

Do emerald cut diamonds sparkle rainbow?

Genuine diamonds do not sparkle in rainbow colors inside of the stone. Instead, the inside of real diamonds sparkles in tones white and gray.

Which diamond clarity shines the most?

Because diamonds reflect white light, colorless diamonds produce the best sparkle and fire. In fact, the more color a diamond has, the less likely it is to reflect white light. And as a result, will produce less sparkle. A D-color diamond is the highest quality, and will offer the greatest sparkle.

Do emerald cut diamonds look bigger?

A popular option for larger gemstones with higher price points, an emerald cut diamond will typically appear larger than other shaped diamonds of the same quality in similar carat weights. Emerald cuts fit quite well in a variety of different styles but are generally preferred with understated settings.

Who should not wear emerald ring?

It is believed that people of the zodiac signs Aries, Cancer, Sagittarius and Pisces should never wear emeralds. Since Mercury is not the ruling planet of these signs, Panna won't be favourable for them.

Why do celebrities like emerald cut?

It seems that many celebrity couples are crazy about the lustrous and bright emerald cut diamond engagement ring. The reason is simple; it is a clear stone with facets of linear beauty that seem to draw you into its depth. The emerald cut diamond is beauty in its simplest form.

Why do people like emerald cut diamonds?

The emerald cut provides a large surface table with deep clarity, along with lengthy step cuts that offer abundant reflections of both colored and white light. Popular among brides seeking larger stones at lower price points, emerald-cut diamonds typically look larger than other diamond shapes in the same carat weight.

What is the classiest diamond cut?

The marquise cut is the ultimate in elegance. Its oval shape meets in pointed ends, resembling the hull of a ship — this cut is also known as the Navette cut (meaning "little boat" in French). In addition to being unique, this cut is also great for someone looking to create the illusion of elongated hands.

Is Costco diamond jewelry good?

Overall, Costco diamonds are of decent quality and offer great value, as long as they're GIA certified. You can find a ring for 50% less than at other big-name jewelry stores. But compared to online retailers, Costco cannot match their selections, customization, or service.

What's better VS1 or SI1?

But you may want to upgrade to VS1 for diamonds that are larger than two carats or emerald cut diamonds and Asscher cut diamonds that have broad facets that show inclusions more easily. If you are buying a round brilliant diamond, finding an eye-clean SI1 diamond may be a good choice for you.

What diamond shape looks the largest?

The four shapes that look the largest per carat are (in order of which looks the largest): marquise, pear, oval, and emerald diamonds. Among these shapes, oval diamonds are a top choice among those who want a classic-style engagement ring, yet want to maximize the size of their engagement ring's center diamond.

Is emerald cut diamond timeless?

The emerald cut diamond is one of the oldest diamond shapes with origins dating back to the 1500's. With an art deco inspiration due to the clean lines and symmetry, emerald cuts are extremely timeless since the cut is so versatile and pairs well with many different settings.

What is the best table and depth for a emerald cut diamonds?

Compared with brilliant cut diamonds, the emerald cut looks better with a large table – it opens up the stone and helps to create the famous “hall of mirrors” effect. Because of this, look for a diamond with a table percentage of 60-65%. The depth percentage should be similar – we recommend 58-65%.