Emerald Cut Lab-Grown Diamond Rings
Choosing the perfect diamond that suits your style can be overwhelming when there are so many different types of diamond cuts and shapes to choose from. Not everyone wants to go for the brilliant round cut. If you are considering an emerald cut lab diamond ring with an icy and vintage look, then this guide will reassure your choice and give you tips on how to find the perfect emerald cut lab-made diamond ring.
Introducing lab-grown emerald cut diamond
An elegant emerald cut diamond engagement ring in a halo setting.
From Grace Kelly and Amal Clooney to Jennifer Lopez and Paris Hilton, there is an endless list of celebrities who favor an emerald cut diamond engagement ring. They have inspired many brides today to rock this elegant, luxurious, and vintage look.
The origin of the emerald cut dates back to the 1500s, associated with the Art Deco era, when linear steps and elongated lines were very popular.
When it comes to an emerald cut lab-grown diamond, the chemical and optical properties aren't any different from mined diamonds. Even in appearance, you can’t differentiate between the two with bare eyes. Lab-made diamonds are real diamonds that will pass the diamond test. They can also be certified by GIA and IGI institutions; hence why lab-grown diamonds are increasingly becoming popular among those looking to create a modern symbol of their love. As lab-created diamonds are 30%-50% less expensive than mined diamonds, you can get a bigger and better lab diamond with the same budget.
What is emerald cut?
The emerald cut is a typical step cut. All facets are parallel or perpendicular to the diamond's square outer girdle. The shape is usually rectangular with a length-to-width ratio ranging from 1.1:1 to 1.50:1 depending on the rough size. The pavilion and crown are relatively flat, and the bottom tip is in a linear shape.
The emerald cut diamond shape and popular length-to-width ratios.
With an emerald cut lab-grown diamond, you can rock a big diamond engagement ring just like the celebrities. The elongated shape of the lab-grown emerald cut diamond is both eye-catching and finger flattering. The step-cut facets and large, open table give this diamond shape its distinctive look. With less faceting than brilliant cut diamonds, emerald cuts rely on a "hall of mirrors" effect that gives off dramatic flashes of light. True to its name, this cut style was originally developed for emerald gemstones.
The facets of emerald-shaped lab diamonds are simple and have high requirements for 4C grades such as color and clarity. In addition, the cutting ratio of emerald diamonds has a great impact on its overall effect.
Emerald cut lab-grown diamonds lend themselves well to a variety of setting choices, from solitaires that showcase elegance and glamor to delicate halos that maximize fire and light. With a larger surface area than most cut lab-grown diamonds, it's of particular importance to consider clarity and color in choosing your emerald cut lab-grown diamond. So how and where can you buy your perfect emerald cut lab diamond ring? At Sunny Eden™, we ship all our products worldwide. You will be selecting your lab diamond ring among the best quality lab diamonds and craftsmanship. What makes us special is that your ring will be the one and only in the world made from your hair. It contains a great sentimental value for your love.
5 reasons you should buy a lab-created emerald cut diamond
Are you still deciding on whether to buy an emerald-cut lab-grown diamond ring? Here’s your cue.
The emerald cut is not the most expensive cut, and opting for a lab-grown emerald cut diamond will reduce the cost by 30% to 50% when compared to a natural diamond.
The lab-grown emerald cut diamond looks larger on the carat weight because of the large surface area.
The elongated lines in an emerald-cut lab-grown diamond ring will make your finger look slimmer.
An emerald-cut lab-grown diamond has the perfect clarity and luster that makes it look 'clean' because its facets will create the "hall of mirror" effect.
As one of the most valuable fancy-cut diamonds, buying the emerald cut lab-grown diamond gives you a vintage style and adds uniqueness to your ring.
FAQs:
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Diamonds are made of carbon structures. Human hair contains 40%-44% carbon, which can be used to make diamonds. Because the amount of carbon in each person’s hair differs, you will need to provide about 4 grams of hair, which will then undergo many processes (hair preparation, carbon purification, graphitization, crystallization, cutting, and polishing) before it becomes a diamond.
Since diamonds hold a special place in the heart of their owner, lab-grown diamonds from your hair, or a combination of you and your partner’s hair, have deep sentimental value. It is the symbol of your eternal love for you to keep forever.
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The slogan “diamonds are forever” isn’t just any saying. Diamonds are one of the hardest known substances in the world, whether natural or lab-grown. While one lab-grown emerald cut diamond is not as expensive as a natural one, it is still as strong and durable as a mined diamond and will last through generations.
Both lab-grown and natural diamonds have the same chemical structure and compositions. The only difference between the two is that natural diamonds are formed under high temperature and pressure beneath the earth's crust, while lab-grown diamonds are created in the lab using high-pressure and high temperature with advanced technology. In other words, both types of diamonds are at the mercy of science.
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Not necessarily. Although the price of any diamond is influenced by the 4Cs of diamond, an emerald-cut lab-grown diamond isn't as expensive as other fancy-cut diamonds (like oval cut diamonds). Starting from $2,000, Sunny Eden™ can customize your diamond ring according to your preference and style, using your hair and/or that of your partner.
Best ring settings for an emerald cut lab diamond
If you choose an emerald cut lab diamond ring for your proposal or as your wedding ring, chances are, you are looking for setting that will accentuate the diamond on your finger.
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Imagine an engagement ring with a plain metal band/shank and just the emerald cut lab-grown diamond sitting on the head, held by prongs. The solitaire setting remains a timeless piece for all diamond cuts. This setting will keep the attention on the stone rather than other accents or distractions. It will also allow light to pass through the stone, showcasing its "hall of mirrors" effect.
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Pavé means pavement in French. This setting adds accent diamonds to the shank of your ring. The small diamonds will amplify the fire and brilliance of the emerald cut lab-grown diamond in the center. They will also hide the metal band, showing only sparkles. Pavé setting is the ultimate style in combination with solitaire or a twisted shank.
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The halo setting features a row of tiny diamonds placed around the emerald cut lab-grown diamond. This centerpiece will not only keep the lab-grown diamond protected, but will emphasize its beauty by surrounding it with sparkles. Also, the tiny extra stones will make the center stone look bigger than it is.
More to consider
The long table within a lab-grown emerald cut diamond creates an appealing appearance that allows you to view the cut via the surface; as a result, the emerald cut cannot hide inclusions. Thus, it is not advisable save money by cutting corners on the quality of the cut and clarity.
An eye-catching shape with enduring appeal, lab-created emerald cut diamonds are a perfect blend of clean lines and classic glamor. At Sunny Eden™, we specialize in delivering the highest quality lab diamonds to our clients. Each of our emerald cut lab-grown diamonds has been hand-selected by our in-house experts for exceptional quality and extraordinary brilliance. In addition, you can also be more unique and customize your own emerald cut lab diamond ring with inscriptions of your name or a meaningful word. Your personal diamond consultant will help you create your custom engagement ring made from your hair.
Our customization process involves the following services when you order an emerald cut lab diamond ring at Sunny Eden™:
Sketching the lab-created emerald cut diamond ring design according to the ideas you have
Creating a 3D model to give you an insight into what the lab-created emerald cut diamond ring will look like when handcrafted
Printing the 3D model into a wax design
Casting by pouring molten metal into a mold that has the shape of your chosen emerald cut lab diamond ring band
Polishing the ring surface to make it smooth in a process called lapping
Creating your desired setting and securing the lab-grown emerald cut diamond. Polishing and plating to make emerald cut lab diamonds and lab-created emerald cut diamond rings brighter and to improve the appearance.
Emerald cut lab-grown diamond rings may lack sparkle compared to other cuts, but their elongated shape, step-cut, and the large table will keep them classy and elegant. With Sunny Eden™, you can seal your love using your hair (and/or that of your partner) to create a timeless piece that symbolizes what you both share. Book a consultation with a gemologist and jewelry expert at Sunny Eden™ if you would like to learn more.
