Emerald cut engagement rings are usually considered one of the most elegant of diamond shapes. After all, it is the stone on Grace Kelly’s engagement ring given to her by Prince Rainier of Monaco. While emerald cuts absolutely shine, the rectangular stone doesn’t have the same brilliant sparkle as other diamonds of a similar shape, like a cushion or radiant cut. The emerald cut’s subtlety is its strength. This not-so-flashy stone is the perfect quiet luxury choice for a minimalist that still wants a beautiful diamond.

“People who choose this shape usually want something sophisticated without shouting,” explains Akshie Jhaveri , founder of jewelry brand Grown Brilliance . “It’s confidence in the most refined form.”

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