East West Asscher Cut Lab Diamond Engagement Ring

Not many jewelers carry Asscher Cut Diamonds. Compared to other shapes, they are harder to cut correctly. The Asscher shape is a more stepped square shape and is more long and Facet-ed like an Emerald Cut. Asscher Cuts have a more subtle reflective quality. Instead of being flashy like a Round Brilliant, they more so look like still waters.

This Engagement Ring is distinct from others because the stone has been cut and set in an East-West (or Side) orientation rather than the more traditional North-South (or Upright) orientation. Next to a conventional ring, you can immediately notice the difference, as this design creates a broader, more horizontal, more Figure-like appearance, like an oval rather than an upright circle.

Like a traditional Solitaire, this design has only one center Stone. However, rather than being Upright like other Solitaires, this band Splits into two Upright strips toward the Center Stone, like a Split Shank. Like a traditional Solitaire, this design is rather plain and simple, however, unlike other Solitaires, it is not boring. The Center Diamond is large enough to draw all the attention.

The metal used here is 14K yellow gold. This metal not usually what people use for wedding rings, but traditionally wedding rings are meant to signify eternity, and really yellow gold, especially when paired with an Asscher cut, is meant to soften and add a touch of elegance to the cutting of a diamond. This ring is meant to be worn for the rest of your life.

This Wedding Ring is also meant to be stacked, and works very well when stacked with other bands. The design really lets the wearer do what they want. Whether that means wearing it with a simple, plain band, or with a band rich with detail like pave or a vine band.