White gold emerald cut engagement rings are fabulous finds in any jewelry shop. While the emerald cut engagement ring is not the most brilliant of all the diamond cuts, it has been the engagement ring of choice by many famous figures and celebrities.

Before exploring why white gold emerald cut engagement rings are on top of the list of most coveted engagement rings, take a look at two other preferred stone cuts in the history of jewelry making: princess cut and cushion cut.

Princess cut engagement rings are a relatively recent design. The princess cut stone is made with a combination of step cuts and brilliant cuts. Step cut diamonds have slopping, step-like facets while brilliant cuts have triangular and kite-like shapes.

The brilliant cuts inside princess cut engagement rings bring a lot of shine and luster to the flat surface of the stone. The princess cut is perfect for diamonds with several imperfections because the multiple brilliant cuts disguise the flaws. The princess cut diamond also has more brilliance than most of the diamond cuts.

Cushion cut engagement rings are older cuts compared to the emerald and princess cuts. It is shaped like a stuffed pillow or cushion with rounded corners that increase its luster. However, it only has around 60 facets. It is less brilliant than the princess cut. However, it shines well under candle light and truly evokes soft romance. Cushion cut rings have to be carefully handled because the clarity is compromised with its few facets.

The emerald cut engagement ring is less radiant than the princess cut ring. That’s because its facets are less complex than the princess cut, as it is simply made up of long rectangles. It is, however, more economical than the princess cut ring. Like the cushion cut ring, it not as brilliant. However, it is cheaper than the cushion cut because its shape follows the untouched diamond. It is natural and roughly uncut.

Since the emerald cut engagement ring does not show much brilliance, it is good to pair with a white gold band. White gold has an amazing shine and brilliance. It is almost like platinum, the king of all engagement ring metals.

The only difference is the price. This is what makes white gold emerald cut engagement rings a good choice. The emerald cut diamond subtly flicks light. It is offset by the vibrant shine of platinum. White gold emerald cut engagement rings are the choice of women who know that they are a class above the rest but don’t feel the need to show it off.