Heart shape diamond guide and size chart
Whether adorning yourself with a heart-shaped diamond necklace or showcasing the flirty silhouette in earrings, ELGA offers a timeless collection of lab-grown heart-shaped diamonds for every occasion. Elevate the sentiment further with our signature colorless, bringing our heart-shaped lab-grown diamonds to life.
A Guide to the Heart-Shaped Diamond:
Discover the rich history, fascinating facts, and styling tips for heart-shaped diamonds, adding depth to your understanding of this romantic stone.
ELGA Lab-Grown Heart Cut Diamond:
For those seeking the unique charm of a heart-shaped lab-grown diamond, explore our exquisite collection at ELGA. Our diamonds are crafted with precision and presented in the Colorless Heart Shape, making each piece a symbol of romance and elegance.
Indulge in the timeless allure of heart-shaped diamonds from ELGA, creating a lasting impression with a touch of romance for any occasion.
What is a heart cut diamond?
Derived from a classic Round Brilliant cut, the heart cut diamond boasts not only its distinctive shape but also impeccable symmetry. Before delving into its captivating history, familiarize yourself with key terms specific to heart-shaped lab-grown diamonds, enhancing your understanding of this enchanting diamond shape.
Heart Shaped Terms:
- Cleft: The V-shaped space between the upper curves of the heart. opt for a well-defined and sharp-looking cleft when selecting a heart-shaped diamond.
- Lobes: The two curves forming the heart. Ensure symmetrical lobes in size, meeting precisely at a central point.
- Wings and Belly: Refers to the shape of the sides. While some wings may be more rounded, excessive biliousness in the wings and belly can affect proportions negatively.
Understanding these terms allows you to appreciate the nuances of a heart-shaped lab-grown diamond's overall appearance and make an informed choice when selecting the perfect piece for your collection.
History of the heart cut diamond
The history of the heart-cut diamond is intricately tied to royalty and symbolism, with its origins dating back to the 15th century. The first known reference to this distinctive cut emerged in 1463 when the Duke of Milan likened the political aspirations of Cosimo de Medici, a prominent banker from Florence, Italy, to a heart-shaped diamond.
The heart shape's symbolism has consistently revolved around themes of love and admiration. In 1562, Mary, Queen of Scots, sent Queen Elizabeth I a heart-shaped diamond ring, marking a notable symbol of friendship and goodwill between royals. Despite subsequent political tensions and conflicts, the heart-shaped diamond endured as a representation of affection.
In contemporary times, the heart-shaped diamond has experienced a resurgence in popularity, notably featured in engagement rings for celebrities like Lady Gaga and Nicki Minaj. The enduring charm and romantic symbolism of the heart cut continue to captivate jewelry enthusiasts around the world.
How to choose a heart cut diamond
While The Elegance Jewels offers various sizes of lab-grown stones, it's important to note that a heart-shaped stone is best appreciated at around half a carat, allowing the intricate curves of the heart shape to be visible to the naked eye. As with many things that sparkle, a larger size enhances the beauty of the complex cut.
A note from the lab: Smaller accent stones, known as pavé or melee diamonds, are typically cut into round shapes as it is the most optimal shape for smaller-sized diamonds.
When selecting a heart-shaped lab-grown diamond, you have the option to consider different settings. At The ELGA , two setting choices are available. The classic three-prong setting provides ample space for the stone's facets to shine, while a bezel setting features a metal rim surrounding the stone. For most stones, including heart-shaped diamonds, a bezel setting is recommended to protect the girdle, the widest part of the diamond, from potential damage. Traditional prong settings may require occasional checks and tightening by a local jeweler with frequent wear. Rest assured, our prongs are hand-set and undergo rigorous quality control tests to ensure the diamond remains secure and undamaged.
Ultimately, choose based on your personal style preference.
The 4C’s of heart cut diamonds
Finding the perfect combination of quality, cut, and size within your budget is essential when choosing a piece of jewelry. To simplify the process, the industry-standard for grading natural and lab-grown diamonds is based on the 4C’s: cut, clarity, color, and carat.
Clarity:
Diamond clarity involves assessing small imperfections on the surface and within the stone. In heart cut diamonds, clarity flaws may be more noticeable due to the larger size of the diamond's table (the upper flat part).
Every ELGA lab-grown diamond is graded as vvs (very very slightly) or better, indicating minor inclusions that are challenging to see at 10x magnification and invisible to the naked eye.
Cut:
Symmetry significantly influences personal preferences for heart cut diamonds. Ideally, a heart-shaped diamond should have a length-to-width ratio of 1:1 or 1:1.2, though this isn't always achievable for most excellent cuts.
What is crucial is achieving a cut with 59 facets, allowing the stone to exhibit maximum fire and brilliance. The cut is often considered the most critical aspect of the 4C’s, and crafting a heart shape is particularly challenging.
At The ELGA , our skilled cutters are trained to attain the highest possible grade for each piece of lab-grown diamond rough, ensuring beautiful, bright, and symmetrical heart-shaped diamond earrings, rings, or necklaces.
Color & Carat:
Consistent quality is maintained with each lab-grown diamond at The ELGA, with transparent pricing set at $1000CAD per carat. This process eliminates guesswork when purchasing heart-shaped diamond earrings and other heart cut pieces.
How to style a heart cut diamond
When it comes to styling a heart cut diamond, the best advice is to choose a piece that resonates with your personal taste, regardless of current trends. Well-made lab-grown diamond jewelry will always be fashionable, and with reasonable prices, you can explore and enjoy experimenting with unique shapes like the heart. The design team at ELGA jewelry offers some great suggestions to consider.
For a beautiful heart cut diamond, consider having fun with the colorless diamonds featured in our collection, especially those with Colorless Heart Shape. If you opt for a Colorless heart cut diamond, try pairing it with a rose gold setting. This combination enhances the Heart Shape stone, making it truly stand out.
