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Emerald Lab Grown Diamond Earrings

20 designs

FAQ

Yes. Emerald cut diamonds produce broader, less frequent flashes of light rather than the scattered brilliance of a round cut, a trade-off for their distinctive geometric look.
VS1 or higher is recommended, since the emerald cut's open table makes internal inclusions more visible than brilliant-cut shapes.
Emerald cut diamonds typically cost less per carat than round diamonds of the same quality, since the cutting process retains more of the rough diamond's original weight.

Emerald cut diamond earrings feature a rectangular diamond with step-cut facets instead of the pointed, triangular facets found on round or princess cuts, producing a distinctive hall-of-mirrors flash rather than scattered sparkle. The open, rectangular table makes clarity more visible to the naked eye, so Lucira's emerald cut earrings use diamonds with higher clarity grades to keep that large flat surface clean-looking.

What Makes Emerald-Cut Diamonds Different?

Emerald cut diamonds use long, parallel step-cut facets arranged around a flat rectangular table, a structure borrowed from early emerald gemstone cutting. This produces fewer, larger flashes of light instead of the rainbow sparkle of a round brilliant, giving emerald cut earrings a quieter, more architectural look often associated with Art Deco jewelry.

Who Should Choose Emerald Cut Earrings?

Emerald cut earrings suit buyers who prefer clean geometric lines over maximum sparkle, and who want a vintage or Art Deco aesthetic. Because the open table shows inclusions more readily, Lucira recommends VS1 clarity or higher for emerald cut earrings, compared to the SI clarity that can pass unnoticed in a round brilliant.

Emerald Cut vs Other Popular Earring Shapes

  • Emerald — Step-cut, rectangular; Moderate, flash-style; best for Vintage/Art Deco looks, geometric styling
  • Round — Brilliant-cut; Maximum sparkle; best for Everyday studs, classic styling
  • Marquise — Brilliant-cut, elongated; High sparkle; best for Elongating effect, statement drops

How to Choose Emerald Cut Diamond Earrings

Prioritize clarity (VS1 or above) over carat weight, since the open table reveals inclusions that a brilliant cut would hide. A length-to-width ratio of 1.3 to 1.5 is considered the most classically proportioned emerald cut; wider or narrower ratios shift the look more square or more elongated. Choose a prong or bezel setting that protects the diamond's four corners, which are more prone to chipping than a rounded outline.

The Lucira Promise

Every diamond in this collection is lab-grown and certified by IGI or SGL, available in 14KT and 18KT yellow, rose, and white gold. Lucira backs every pair with a 90% lifetime buyback, 100% lifetime exchange, and a 15-day moneyback window.

Explore other shapes: Round · Oval · Marquise · Pear · Princess · Cushion · Special Cuts · or browse the full Earrings collection.