Emerald Cut Engagement Rings: 34 Beautiful Designs
Get ready to fall in love with our edit of the most beautiful emerald-cut engagement rings, the style that flatters every finger
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There are many advantages to emerald-cut engagement rings. But what exactly is this style of sparkler?
The name, as you'd expect, refers to the cut of the central diamond or other gemstone: rectangular in shape, with large parallel facets (the flat surfaces of the stone), known as 'step cuts', as they have a resemblance to flights of stairs. Emerald-cut stones have been around for centuries, but are most often associated with Art Deco, thanks to those clean, symmetrical lines.
That brings us back to the advantages of this particular ring style. Firstly, the elegance of emerald-cut engagement rings makes them timeless. They've graced the fingers of celebrities through the ages, from Grace Kelly and Elizabeth Taylor to Beyoncé and Amal Clooney - it's a style associated with luxury, although you don't have to have an A-lister budget to buy into the look.
Secondly, an emerald-cut is rarer than other styles, such as the round brilliant cut, meaning your engagement ring will stand out from the crowd.
What's more, the shape and facets mean an emerald-cut ring is supremely flattering, elongating the finger. The cut also makes the gemstone - usually a diamond - look bigger.
And an emerald cut is very versatile. It works perfectly as part of a vintage-inspired design, or an ultra-contemporary engagement ring; it can be given extra prettiness with a diamond halo or embellished band, or kept pared-back with the gemstone as the star.
We’ve put together our favourites to give you some serious ring-spiration!
1. 18-Carat White Gold Emerald Cut Aquamarine & Diamond Ring – £1,250, Ernest Jones
This platinum design is the dream emerald-cut engagement ring for a soon-to-be who loves sparkle, with the central diamond enhanced by halo and shoulder diamonds.
2. Peekaboo 18-Carat Rose-Gold, Emerald-Cut Prasiolith and Diamond Ring – £1,400, Selfridges
If you're looking for a ring with a contemporary look, this emerald-cut ring has a simple but utterly luxurious design. The stone sits on a rose-gold band featuring brilliant-cut diamonds in the corner.
3. Emerald Cut Morganite Engagement Ring with Diamond Halo – from £800, Angara
The clever thing about Angara is that you can customise the quality of the band and stone to change the price. With this morganite engagement ring, for example, the very highest quality stone takes the price up to £1,313, and you'll be looking at £3,815 if you also go for 3.55 carats.
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4. Bear Brooksbank Emerald-Cut Diamond Ring – from £5,000, The Cut
This beautiful design is ideal for a vintage-loving soon-to-be, featuring a central emerald-cut diamond flanked by smaller diamonds at the sides. This bespoke ring is sure to dazzle.
5. Gee Woods Olive Green Sapphire Ring – £3,000, The Cut
Looking for an alternative engagement ring? This unique design has an emerald-cut green sapphire accented by small white diamonds - it's bewitchingly pretty.
6. Juliet Ring – £1,790, Carat* London
We love the combination of a central emerald-cut stone with two round brilliant diamonds in Carat* London's Juliet ring. It's a simple style for everyday wear that still manages to look very special indeed. The band is also available in platinum, white gold, and rose gold.
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7. Jennie Kwon Emerald-Cut Diamond Ring – £2,480, Tomfoolery
This engagement ring is the ultra-contemporary way to rock an emerald-cut stone, with a white diamond taking centre stage, flanked by smaller diamonds in round and baguette cuts along the shoulders.
8. Black Diamond Ring – £2,000, Sophia Perez
Emerald-cut engagement rings really do work well with coloured stones, and as this stunning design shows, that includes a black centrepiece. It's chic and alternative, and the diamond-studded band keeps the overall look pretty.
9. Moissanite & Diamond Emerald Cut Ring – from £1,145, Etsy
If you're looking for a timeless, classic design, this elegant engagement ring by Aadvark Jewellery could be just the thing. It has plenty of sparkle without being too much.
10. Emerald-Cut Engagement Ring with Pear-Shaped Diamonds – £1,840, Etsy
Designed by Forever For Love, this emerald-cut ring has two pear-shaped diamonds on either side that help to make it a geometric masterpiece. Your partner will love the way the light catches it.
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11. Solid Nine-Carat Gold Amethyst Guinevere Ring – £585, Not On the High Street
Amethyst is a lovely gemstone choice for an emerald-cut engagement ring, as this eye-catching design by Alison Moore Designs shows. The vibrant purple really stands out against that textured band.
12. Garnet Rhodolite and 9ct Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring – £180, Not on the High Street
Emerald-cut rings are usually associated with large stones. However, the design works just as beautifully on a smaller scale, as with this garnet rhodolite ring by Myia Bonner featuring a small, perfectly cut stone.
13. Nine-Carat Rose Gold Diamond & Morganite Emerald Cut Ring – £1,325, Fraser Hart
If you want an emerald-cut engagement ring that's bound to get noticed, this Fraser Hart design could be the one for you. The combination of a sparkling Morganite central stone and a rose-gold band studded with diamonds is simply irresistible.
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14. Ophelia Emerald Cut Morganite Ring – From £2,110, Jessica Flinn
This Art Deco design is undeniably elegant, with a stunning central morganite framed by nestled morganite gems and two further white morganites. That's a lot of glitter.
15. Northern Star Emerald-Cut Diamond White Gold Ring – £2,499, Fraser Hart
Full of elegance, this Fraser Hart ring has a way of dazzling the eye. We love how the centre diamond is surrounded by smaller diamonds, which extends around the band. Hello, sparkle!
16. Le Vian 14-Carat Strawberry Gold and Peach Morganite Ring – £699, Ernest Jones
The unusual colour combination of this Le Vian ring is just so striking, with pretty peach Morganite surrounded by dramatic chocolate diamonds. It's an engagement ring unlike any other.
17. Gold Citrine Band Emerald Cut Ring – £126.69, Etsy
This artistic engagement ring is bewitchingly pretty. The stunning stones make it perfect if your partner likes to get creative with their fashion choices.
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18. Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum – from £5,725, Tiffany & Co.
The beauty of this Tiffany ring lies in its simplicity. Everything is perfectly judged, from the central emerald-cut diamond to the pared-back band.
19. 18-Carat White Gold Diamond & Sapphire Ring – £1499, Ernest Jones
There's something wonderfully regal about this sapphire emerald-cut ring. It's ideal if your style leans towards refinement rather than embellishment.
20. Emerald Engagement Ring with Rose Gold Band – From £92.33, Etsy
This ring features a brilliant emerald at the centre with glittering stones as accents on either side. There is something both floral and modern about the ring, and the price makes it perfect for those on a budget or looking for a placeholder.
21. Aquamarine Emerald Cut Ring – £570, Etsy
Emerald-cut stones aren't normally associated with nature-inspired designs, but as this divine aquamarine ring by Shiran Salem Jewellery shows, it's a combination that works very well. It's a delightful option if you love nature-inspired jewellery.
22. Moonstone & Diamond Emerald-Cut Engagement Ring – from £1,089, Etsy
If sparkle isn't one of your engagement-ring priorities, moonstone is a romantic choice as an alternative to diamond - as this pretty ring shows. It has a delightfully soft, ethereal sheen.
23. Peach Sapphire Engagement Ring – £964.14, Etsy
We love the delicate prettiness of this sapphire engagement ring by Eidel Mini. The emerald-cut central sapphire has an eye-catching peach colour, which beautifully complements the rose gold band.
24. DB Classic Emerald-Cut Diamond Ring – from £12,300, De Beers
For a push-the-boat-out engagement ring, it has to be De Beers. This emerald-cut solitaire is one for the modern minimalist, and will certainly stand the test of time - it's set to be a future family heirloom.
25. Rachel Boston Contra Emerald Cut Diamond Ring – from £3,450, The Cut
This ring is sure to get people talking in the best possible way. The refined design is on one hand classic, while the tilt of the emerald-cut diamond makes it feel fresh and exciting.
26. Nora Magnificent Emerald-Cut Ring – from £429, Carat* London
This ring is all about go big, or go home. The large stone is sure to draw attention and is wildly glamourous, ideal if your partner looks ready to walk a runway at all times.
27. Fancy Shapes Diamond Ring – From £1,595, Etsy
Can't decide between an emerald-cut and other styles, even after seeing all these sparklers? This ring by Aurora Grace Jewellery makes it so you don't have to. Alternating emerald and pear-cut diamonds, this dazzling piece lets you can have the best of both worlds.
28. Emerald Cut Black Diamond Pavè Ring – £3,250, Sophia Perez
There is something almost gothic about this dazzling ring that is ideal if your partner likes the colour black. The emerald-cut diamond has a salt-and-pepper finish that is accented by diamonds along the shoulders. The stylish ring has a way of making a statement.
29. Diamond Medium Atrium Ring – £9,900, Tomfoolery
Why have one emerald-cut diamond when you can have three? This ring features a row of glittering stones with baguette diamonds on either side for extra sparkle. The sculptural gold band helps to elevate the design further, for a ring that is sure to please.
30. Emerald-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring – £906.61, Etsy
The way the diamonds are placed on this dainty ring by NOOIjewelry makes it feel like you're gazing into the night sky. With a star-like glitter, it has a sense of romance that is hard to beat.
31. Watermelon Trilogy Ring – £3,000, Sophia Perez
The design of this ring is delicious! With various rich colours throughout the stone forming an ombre effect, it's a unique option for those looking for something a little extra.
32. Bea Blue Sapphire Five Stone Ring – £1,980, Tomfoolery
Those whose favourite colour is blue are sure to appreciate this design by Anna Sheffield. The sapphire in the middle dazzles even more thanks to the multiple diamonds on either side.
33. Alexis Emerald-Cut Engagement Ring – £912.90, Etsy
Often, the emerald-cut gem is worn vertically, but this ring by EmiConnerJewelry shakes things up by placing the stone on its side. The understated design makes it ideal for those that like minimalist designs.
34. 14-Carat Gold Vermeil Deco Ring In Green Tourmaline – £90, Not On the High Street
This piece is ideal as a placeholder ring and doesn't compromise on the glam! Designed by Carrie Elizabeth Jewellery, the three green stones have a way of standing out, accented beautifully by the simple gold band.
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