The emerald cut is an icon of the diamond world. These refined, elegant designs feature clean lines that play with the light. Unlike brilliant-cut diamonds that focus on producing maximum sparkle, emerald cut engagement rings reveal a more sophisticated beauty—one that emphasises depth, clarity, and an unmistakable sense of grace.
Why the Emerald Name?
This type of cut was developed in the 15th century as a type of cut designed to protect the much more fragile structure of emerald gemstones. Jewellery lovers quickly saw the striking aesthetic of this cut, and the technique was soon adopted for diamonds. That’s why we still use the name emerald today.
Selecting the Right Emerald Cut Diamond
Emerald cut engagement rings have step-cut facets. This is what creates the striking ‘hall of mirrors’ effect in the stone. The long flashes of light in these cuts mean that the clarity and colour of the diamond are more important than ever.
For a crisp, luminous appearance, look for diamonds in the VS2 clarity range or higher and opt for G-H coloured diamonds or better.
At Cushla Whiting, we honour this historic cut by selecting only the finest emerald cut diamonds—each chosen for its clarity, structure, and presence. Explore our collection to find a ring that speaks to you.