Collection: Princess Anniversary Rings

A princess anniversary ring makes an immediate statement the moment it sits on the finger. Sharp corners, perfectly square proportions, and a brilliant facet structure that throws light in every direction the princess cut was specifically designed in the 1960s to deliver the maximum brilliance of a round diamond within a square, architectural shape. For a milestone anniversary gift that carries genuine visual impact, the princess cut's combination of contemporary edge and timeless sparkle is one of the most compelling choices in the collection.

What Makes the Princess Cut Anniversary Ring Different

The princess cut has between 57 and 76 facets depending on the cutting style, and all of them are oriented to maximize light return through the flat table at the top of the stone. Unlike step-cut shapes that produce broad, architectural flashes, the princess cut delivers fragmented, constant brilliance similar to a round brilliant but within a crisp, square outline that no rounded shape replicates.

The result is a princess cut anniversary ring that catches the eye immediately and holds it. The clean geometry sits naturally alongside most engagement ring styles, the square outline is distinctive without being unconventional, and the brilliant facet structure performs in every lighting condition from natural daylight to candlelight.

Symmetry matters more for the princess cut than most buyers expect. A perfectly square stone, equal length and width, precisely aligned corners is the benchmark. Even a slight rectangular lean or asymmetric corner changes the ring's entire character. Every stone in our collection is selected for perfect square proportions before setting.

Princess Cut Diamond Anniversary Rings: Setting Styles

Solitaire

A single princess cut stone on a clean, slim setting is the most timeless version of this ring. Nothing competes with the stone's geometry; the four corners and flat table are fully visible, and the brilliance is uninterrupted. Our Solitaire Anniversary Rings in a princess cut are available in yellow, white, and rose gold for those who want the purest expression of this shape.

Kite-Set Princess Cut

The kite orientation rotates the princess cut 45 degrees so the corners point north, south, east, and west like a compass or a diamond shape rather than a square. It's a subtle shift with a significant visual impact: the stone looks larger, the corners draw the eye outward, and the overall ring feels more contemporary and directional. For an anniversary ring that marks a major milestone with something genuinely distinctive, the kite-set princess cut diamond anniversary ring is the most compelling orientation in the collection.

Halo

A ring of smaller accent stones framing the princess cut center adds brilliance and makes the center stone appear significantly larger. The halo can follow the square outline of the princess cut, creating a sharp, geometric composition, or use round accents that soften the angular center with curved contrast. Our Halo Anniversary Rings show this combination across multiple settings.

Three Stone

A princess cut center flanked by baguette or tapered side stones creates an anniversary rings princess cut composition with depth and meaning. Baguette side stones complement the princess cut's geometry particularly well; the rectangular step-cut stones echo the square center's angular quality and keep the composition cohesive. Browse our Three Stone Anniversary Rings for princess-cut three-stone options.

Protecting the Corners: What Every Buyer Should Know

The four corners of a princess cut diamond anniversary ring are its most vulnerable points. A direct knock against a hard surface at the corner can chip the stone, and a standard round prong won't sit securely at a sharp right-angle corner.

V-prongs at each corner are the most recommended protection method; they cradle every corner securely while keeping the stone elevated and visible. A bezel setting wraps the full perimeter, including all four corners, for maximum protection with a contemporary, enclosed profile. In a kite-set orientation, dedicated V-prongs at each of the four compass points are essential.

Every princess cut anniversary ring in our collection is set with corner-specific protection as standard.

Stone Type: Moissanite & Salt and Pepper Diamond

Moissanite

A princess cut diamond anniversary ring in moissanite delivers exceptional brilliance within the shape's angular outline. Moissanite has a higher refractive index than diamond in a princess cut with its 57 to 76 brilliant facets; that fire is continuous and genuinely striking from every angle. At 9.25 on the Mohs hardness scale, moissanite is also durable enough for a ring worn daily without concern. For buyers who want maximum sparkle with a more accessible price point, moissanite in a princess cut is one of the most visually compelling options in the collection. Browse our Moissanite Anniversary Rings for additional moissanite styling references.

Salt and Pepper Diamond

A salt and pepper diamond in a princess cut setting is a genuinely individual choice for an anniversary ring. The natural inclusions, grey, black, and white character marks unique to every stone, interact with the princess cut's brilliant facets differently from a white stone: softer, more organic, and more personal. In a kite-set or bezel solitaire setting, a salt and pepper princess cut anniversary ring has a quality that no conventional white stone ring replicates. Each stone is one of a kind by definition, making it a fitting choice for a ring that marks years of shared and unrepeatable experience. Browse our Salt and Pepper Diamond Anniversary Rings for additional reference.

Choosing Your Metal

Yellow gold in 14K or 18K is the warmest, most classic choice for a princess cut anniversary ring. The warmth of the metal pairs naturally with the stone's brilliant facets and suits both moissanite and salt and pepper stones equally well. In yellow gold, you can also work with slightly warmer color grades in moissanite without any tint reading against the metal.

White gold gives the princess cut's angular geometry a crisper, more contemporary finish, particularly effective for white moissanite, where crispness and contrast are the priority. Rose gold adds a soft, romantic quality that creates a striking contrast with the princess cut's hard corners a combination many buyers find unexpectedly beautiful.

FAQs

1. What is a princess anniversary ring?

A ring featuring a princess cut stone, a square brilliant-cut shape with between 57 and 76 facets designed to maximize light return within a precise square outline. Created in the 1960s as a square alternative to the round brilliant cut.

2. What is a kite-set princess cut anniversary ring?

A princess cut is rotated 45 degrees so the corners point north, south, east, and west rather than sitting as a conventional square. The orientation makes the stone appear larger and gives the ring a more directional, contemporary character.

3. Are the corners of a princess cut anniversary ring fragile?

The corners are the most vulnerable part of the shape. V-prongs at each corner or a bezel setting provide adequate protection for daily wear. Every ring in our collection is set with dedicated corner protection as standard.

4. Is moissanite a good choice for a princess cut anniversary ring?

Yes. Moissanite's high refractive index delivers exceptional fire within the princess cut's brilliant facet structure. It's durable enough for daily wear and significantly more affordable than a diamond of the same size.

5. What makes a salt and pepper princess cut ring suitable as an anniversary gift?

The natural inclusions in salt and pepper diamonds make every stone unique; no two are the same. For an anniversary ring that marks a specific, unrepeatable relationship, a stone that is genuinely individual by nature feels fitting and personal.

Shop with Confidence

Every princess anniversary ring of above $100 ships free worldwide and is fully insured. Detailed photography shows each stone face-up, essential for assessing square proportions and corner symmetry before purchase. Our return window applies to all unworn rings from the date of delivery, and every order includes a lifetime service warranty.