Collection: Princess Cut Engagement Ring

Bold, brilliant, and unmistakably modern, the princess cut engagement ring has been the second most popular diamond shape globally for decades, and it's easy to see why. The crisp square outline gives it a clean, architectural quality. The brilliant-cut facets underneath give it genuine sparkle. It's the shape that suits someone who wants something timeless but refuses to be conventional about it.

What Makes Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Rings Unique

The princess cut was developed in 1980 and is second only to the round brilliant as the top choice for engagement ring diamonds. Unlike the emerald or Asscher cut, both step-cut shapes reflect light in broad sweeps; the princess cut has a modified brilliant facet arrangement that delivers electrifying sparkle alongside a strong, attention-grabbing shape.

It also offers genuine value. Princess cut diamonds cost less per carat than comparable round brilliants because the cutter retains more of the original rough crystal during the cutting process. In practical terms, that means more diamond for the same budget, a difference that's immediately visible on the hand.

Princess Cut Engagement Rings Styles & Settings

Princess Cut Solitaire Engagement Rings

The princess cut is strong enough to carry a ring entirely on its own. A single stone, a clean band, nothing competing for attention. Our Solitaire Engagement Rings in princess cut are the most architectural version of this ring: sharp lines, confident presence, and zero fuss.

Princess Cut Halo Engagement Rings

Smaller diamonds surrounding the center stone amplify its size and brilliance considerably. A halo maximises the appearance of the center stone, making it look larger while adding extra brilliance. Our Halo Engagement Rings in princess cut suit someone who wants the geometry of the shape with more sparkle wrapped around it.

Three Stone Princess Cut Engagement Ring

A princess cut center flanked by side stones, baguettes, or tapered baguettes works particularly well here, echoing the angular lines of the center stone. Our Three Stone Engagement Rings in princess cut offer depth, meaning, and a cohesive silhouette that feels intentional rather than assembled.

Princess Cut Pave Engagement Ring

A princess cut center stone on a diamond-set band is one of the most requested combinations in this collection. The extra brilliance along the band frames the square center without competing with it.

What to Know Before You Buy a Two Carat Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

One thing almost no collection page tells you: the sharp, pointed corners of a princess cut are areas vulnerable to chipping, so choosing a setting with four V-shaped prongs, eight split prongs, or a bezel setting keeps the corners protected, which is especially important for everyday wear.

For color, princess cuts retain color slightly more than round brilliants, so G or H color is the recommended minimum unless you are setting it in yellow or rose gold, where warmth works in your favor.

A two carat princess cut diamond engagement ring is one of the most popular sizes in this collection. The princess cut's square shape carries more weight in its pavilion than a round brilliant, so it may appear slightly smaller face-up at the same carat weight, but the shape's boldness more than compensates, and at two carats, the visual impact is undeniable.

Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings are worth serious consideration here. A lab grown princess cut can cost roughly 75% less than a natural equivalent of the same carat weight, which in a two carat stone represents a very significant difference in budget. Our Moissanite Engagement Rings in princess cut are equally compelling; the shape's angular facets give moissanite's natural fire a particularly bold, defined quality.

Not sure on size yet? Our 1 to 2 CT Engagement Rings are the most-shopped range and a great starting reference before committing to a carat weight.

FAQs

1. What is a princess cut engagement ring?

A square or rectangular diamond with a brilliant-cut facet pattern typically 57 to 76 facets that produces strong, angular sparkle. It's the second most popular engagement ring shape after round.

2. Is a princess cut the same as a cushion cut?

No. Both are square-ish shapes but very different. A princess cut has sharp corners and crisp, geometric lines. A cushion cut has rounded corners and a softer, vintage feel. Princess reads modern; cushion reads romantic.

3. Are princess cut diamond engagement rings cheaper than round?

Generally yes typically 20-30% less per carat than a comparable round brilliant, because the cutting process wastes less of the rough stone.

4. What prong setting is best for a princess cut?

V-shaped prongs or split prongs at each corner are strongly recommended. The pointed corners are the most vulnerable part of the stone; the right prong choice protects them without hiding the shape.

5. Do princess cut engagement rings suit all hand shapes?

The square silhouette suits most hand shapes well. It particularly flatters longer fingers by adding width. For shorter fingers, an elongated rectangular princess cut creates a more balanced proportion.

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Every princess cut engagement ring above $100 ships free worldwide, fully insured with a certified grading report. Detailed photography and honest size guides are there to help you assess the ring properly before it arrives. A return window applies to all unworn rings.