Let’s go back to the start of this deep dive into rose cut diamond rings: low-profile engagement rings. The rose cut diamond is a perfect fit for low-profile engagement rings because a rose cut diamond is flat on the bottom. Unlike a brilliant diamond with a pointed pavilion, a rose cut diamond can easily sit in a low-profile setting without compromising diamond size. 

Designer Melanie Casey also recommends low-profile engagement rings with rose cut diamonds because a rose cut diamond ring makes the most of its carat! Carat refers to the weight, not size, of a diamond. A rose cut diamond has a flat bottom, so no pavilion is included in the carat weight. Because of this, between a rose cut diamond and a brilliant cut diamond of the same carat weight, the rose cut diamond will cover more surface area and appear larger from a top-down view.

Now that you know why we recommend a rose cut diamond for low-profile engagement rings, let’s look into the benefits of low-profile engagement rings themselves. Low-profile engagement rings are durable, unfussy, and perfect for someone with an active lifestyle. If you want to wear your engagement ring daily but don’t want to worry while working or adventuring, this may be the ring for you. 

If your every day includes: running between tasks, putting on and removing gloves, and/or using your hands for just about anything and everything, consider the low-maintenance, low-profile setting. Low-profile engagement rings will be less likely to catch on gloves, sleeves, or any other fabric you may interact with, and less likely to get in the way as you move from one task to the next. With so much happening, the last thing on your mind should be worrying about your engagement ring.

While a low-profile setting is certainly one reason to choose a rose cut diamond ring, we can’t help but call out their romantic aesthetic as one prime reason we love these antique stones. As we mentioned, rose cut diamonds were designed to shimmer in low candlelight, making them remarkably different from their brilliant counterparts popular today. 

While Melanie Casey Fine Jewelry doesn’t discriminate when it comes to diamond cuts, there is something completely unique about a rose cut diamond. Their slight transparency makes each intricate angle of the faceting noticeable. Their deep luster is both eye-catching and understated. They add an extra dimension of antique to any vintage-inspired design. If you’re looking for an engagement ring that is also a unique conversation piece, a rose cut diamond ring might just be it.

You might consider buying a rose cut diamond ring because it can indicate a jeweler’s commitment to quality and transparency. If you want a rose cut diamond ring, choose a reputable jeweler with experience in this unique cut. 

Wonder why you won’t see many mass-manufactured box stores carrying rose cut diamonds? Cutting a rose cut diamond is a more intricate process than cutting a brilliant cut diamond. Lapidarists, or gemcutters, use the rough diamond as a guide, letting the natural beauty of the diamond inform the cuts they make in the stone. Because of this, Rose cut diamonds are rarer and more difficult to source than other diamond cuts. This also means the quality of rose cut diamonds will vary greatly, depending on where your jeweler is sourcing diamonds. 

We like to think of this as a blessing in disguise. If you know what to look for and choose a jeweler who knows their way around rose cut diamonds, you’ll find a superior brand that values quality and craftsmanship. How do you know what to look for in a rose cut diamond, you ask? Don’t worry, we’ve got designer Melanie Casey’s tips and tricks on deck.