Emerald Cut Engagement Rings

Emerald Cut Engagement Rings
Executive Summary about Emerald Cut Engagement Rings by Lisa Van Hoek

Emerald cut engagement rings are perfect for the bride-to-be who wants something a little out of the ordinary, something that causes that sought-after 'gasp' when she shows it off. Emerald cut engagement rings are an extremely popular choice for this type of ring.

An emerald cut diamond, as the name suggests, is cut in the style that was originally used only for emeralds. Emeralds are a fairly hard stone, but are known for having a large number of naturally occurring internal flaws. These flaws cause emeralds to be extremely easy to break...which in turn makes cutting them a challenge. The solution was to use a stepped, rectangular cut with cropped corners. It wasn't long though until this cut was being used for other stones, including diamonds.

Emerald cut engagement rings have more dramatic flashes of light than their traditional round diamond counterparts. The long, sleek lines create an elegant, graceful ring in a wide variety of setting styles. Emerald cuts look especially wonderful on long, tapered fingers.

You will pay less than for a more traditional round brilliant cut or the trendy princess cut diamond, but not because the quality is lesser. An emerald cut engagement ring with the same carat weight and grading as a round brilliant will cost around one thousand dollars less.
Emerald cut engagement rings make an elegant choice for the woman who wants a ring that reflects her unique beauty and taste...and for the man who wants to give his future wife the best ring he can, without breaking his budget or compromising on quality to do it.

Designer Engagement Rings

Designer Engagement Rings
Executive Summary about Designer Engagement Rings by Diane Ferraro

Think all you need to do is pick up a diamond ring at your local jewelry store? A simple solitaire diamond ring is still a classic choice, but before you buy, check out the styles offered by the world's leading designers.

Exquisite hand engravings and artful touches like filigree details on the shank make this bridal collection by Coast Diamonds truly special. Each ring reflects superior design and quality inspired by turn-of-the-century masters of platinum and 18 karat gold. Nothing but the utmost in luxury shows through with ornate, diamond-studded rings that are set in only platinum and 18 karat yellow gold, all meticulously done by hand.

Destined to become instant heirlooms, these distinguished rings handcrafted in platinum, 18 karat gold or palladium combine refined tradition with a rare modern flair. Included in the collections are ladies engagement rings, bridal sets, ladies and men's wedding bands and commitment rings, all designed by Jeff Cooper.

Synonymous with unparalleled quality, Memoire designs are timeless and elegant. With the microscopic selection of all diamonds and superior strength mountings, these rings are created to last. The striking rings often feature scintillating signature micro-pave diamonds that cascade down the sides of the ring, a trademark made famous by the Ritani Setting.

A leader in trend-setting bridal jewelry, Simon G. designs are known for modern elegance and high attention to all-around detail. Settings are designed in palladium and 18 karat white gold, often touched with striking yellow or rose gold accents.

Famous for their intricate crescent silhouette design, Tacori rings are the melding of art and science. Each platinum ring captivates with the seamless combination of refined heirloom quality and today's modern style.

Inspired by true love and born out of a commitment to quality, the Verragio collection resonates passion and romance with its elegantly opulent engagement and wedding rings.