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Are emerald-cut diamonds more expensive than other shapes?

Emerald-cut diamonds offer extraordinary savings, sometimes as much as 40% compared to round diamonds with similar qualities. Unlike round, you can also save by buying a shallower emerald diamond cut that accentuates the diamond's carat weight.

The rectangular step-cut facets of emerald diamonds are the only ones that define the cut, so you can choose the individual proportions and qualities you love. This helps you maximize the best proportions for an engagement ring or other diamond jewelry.

Visit our diamond price by shape guide to learn more about our most popular diamond shapes and their prices.

Is clarity more important for emerald-cut diamonds?

The emerald cut doesn't hide inclusions well—especially for diamonds 1.5 ct. or larger. If you are considering an emerald diamond, we recommend that you splurge on a higher clarity grade. Learn more about diamond clarity to understand what makes high clarity ratings so important for emerald-shaped diamonds. 

Are emerald-cut diamonds old-fashioned?

The emerald cut has made a serious comeback thanks to a host of famous engagement and wedding rings. It brings classic style, clean lines and an incredible glow to high-quality jewelry. Emerald diamonds echo Art Deco styles but are also incredibly modern in east-west rings and halo engagement rings.   

Which ring styles work best with emerald-cut diamonds?

With its vintage jewelry appeal, emerald-cut diamonds look especially amazing in many different settings. Check out our large selection of vintage engagement rings for inspiration.  

Are lab grown emerald diamonds available?

In addition to IGI and GIA graded natural emerald-cut diamonds, we also offer these popular shapes in lab grown diamonds.  

Does jewelry with emerald-cut diamonds make a good gift?

Effortlessly classic and eternally brilliant emerald-cut diamonds make excellent gifts when set in rings, necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. Choose an emerald diamond on its own or have it set in our stylish jewelry pieces to celebrate a graduation, birthday, anniversary, or other special occasion.

What do emerald diamonds symbolize?

An emerald-cut diamond symbolizes elegance and fidelity. The jewelry setting for these diamonds will influence their exact symbolism, with emerald-cut diamond engagement rings and anniversary rings showcasing promises of forever.

Do emerald-cut diamonds sparkle?

Emerald-cut diamonds are not faceted for brilliance like round, marquise, oval, or radiant diamonds are. Instead, they are step-cut diamonds faceted to optimize their subtle sparkle, enchanting glow and hall of mirrors effect. Emerald-cut diamonds can sparkle, but they will do so differently than more brilliantly faceted diamonds. Still, emerald diamonds offer a beautiful glow and gentle sparkle that sets them apart.

Are emerald diamonds real diamonds?

Yes, our emerald-cut diamonds are genuine, authentic diamonds.

What are the 4Cs of diamonds?

The 4Cs of diamonds are metrics used to assess the cut, color, carat, and clarity of diamonds. Visit our diamond buying guide to learn more about the 4Cs and what to consider when shopping for emerald-shaped diamonds. 

How are emerald-cut diamonds graded?

At Blue Nile, our emerald-cut diamonds are expertly graded. You can learn more about GIA and IGI diamond certifications to discover which is your best fit.
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