Description

2 Carat Princess Cut Lab Diamond Engagement Ring – Pave Band, 14K Rose Gold

This ring is built around a 2.0 carat princess cut lab diamond set in a pave band in 14K rose gold. The princess cut is a square modified brilliant — its 57 or 76 facets are arranged for maximum light performance within a perfectly square outline, producing a sparkle pattern that is more geometric and angular than the round brilliant’s circular scintillation. The square shape and hard corners give the princess cut a clean, architectural character that sits naturally within an art deco aesthetic. The pave band adds 40 diamonds (E/VS1, 0.40ct total), bringing total diamond weight to 2.40 carats. In rose gold, the warm pink tone of the metal creates an unusually striking contrast with the geometric precision of the princess cut — the organic warmth of the metal and the angular precision of the stone complement each other in a way that neither yellow gold nor white gold quite achieves.

Diamond Specifications

• Center Stone: 2.0 carat princess cut lab-grown diamond
• Color: F — near-colorless, no visible tint
• Clarity: VS1 — eye-clean, inclusions invisible without magnification
• Certification: IGI certified
• Pave Diamonds: 40 stones, E color VS1, 0.40 carat total
• Total Carat Weight: 2.40 carats

Ring Specifications

• Setting Style: 4-prong solitaire with pave band
• Prongs: 4 prongs — one at each corner of the princess cut
• Shank Width: 2mm
• Metal: 14K Rose Gold
• Finish: High-polish
• Sizing: Made to order in your size

What’s Included

• ✔ IGI gemological certificate
• ✔ Professional appraisal certificate
• ✔ Luxury ring box
• ✔ Free insured FedEx shipping
• ✔ 30-day return policy
• ✔ Lifetime warranty

Why This Design Works

The princess cut is the second most popular engagement ring shape after round brilliant, and for good reason: it produces near-round-brilliant levels of sparkle in a square outline that reads as modern and architectural. The four corners of the princess cut are its most distinctive feature — they create crisp, defined edges that give the ring a confident, geometric presence. This is why the princess cut is so closely associated with art deco design: both the cut and the aesthetic share a vocabulary of precise angles, symmetry, and bold geometric form.

Rose gold adds warmth to this geometry. The pinkish hue of 14K rose gold (75% gold mixed with copper alloy) creates a visual contrast with the precise, angular lines of the princess cut that feels both modern and romantic. The warm metal also flatters a wide range of skin tones — rose gold tends to look particularly vibrant on medium and darker skin, where yellow gold can blend in and white gold can look stark. The pave band ensures continuous sparkle along the shank, so the ring remains brilliant from every viewing angle, not just face-up.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a princess cut diamond?

A princess cut is a square modified brilliant cut — the most popular non-round diamond shape. It was developed in the 1960s and 70s as a way to cut a brilliant-faceted diamond from a square or rectangular rough crystal with minimal waste. The result is a square diamond with pointed corners and 57 or 76 facets arranged to maximise light return within the square outline. Princess cuts produce a sparkle pattern that is more geometric and angular than a round brilliant — flashes of light appear in a cross or star pattern from above rather than the circular pattern of a round. They suit an art deco or contemporary geometric aesthetic particularly well.

Why does a princess cut need prongs at the corners?

The four corners of a princess cut are the sharpest and most structurally vulnerable points of the stone. Unlike the pointed tips of a marquise or pear — which require V-prongs — princess cut corners are right-angle edges rather than points, but they are still prone to chipping if left exposed. The four prongs on this ring are positioned specifically at each corner of the square, cradling and protecting all four edges. Without corner prongs, daily wear would gradually wear down or chip the corners, permanently damaging the stone’s outline.

What is an art deco design in jewellery?

Art deco is a design movement from the 1920s and 1930s characterised by geometric forms, symmetrical patterns, strong lines, and a preference for angular shapes over organic curves. In jewellery, it produced rings with bold geometric outlines, milgrain edging, and diamonds cut in square, rectangular, or stepped shapes. The princess cut — with its square outline and precise corner angles — fits naturally into the art deco vocabulary. A princess cut pave ring in a symmetrical setting is the contemporary expression of the same aesthetic: clean geometry, maximum sparkle, no decorative softness.

Why rose gold with a princess cut?

Rose gold is produced by alloying gold with copper, giving it a warm pinkish hue. In 14K, the mix is 58.5% gold and 41.5% alloy (mostly copper), which produces a visible rose colour. The warmth of rose gold creates a visual contrast with the angular, geometric precision of the princess cut — the organic, warm tone of the metal plays against the hard lines of the stone. Rose gold also does not require rhodium plating the way white gold does, maintaining its colour permanently. It flatters a wide range of skin tones and has become one of the most requested metals for contemporary engagement rings.

What does F color VS1 clarity mean?

F is in the colorless range on the GIA scale — the third grade from the top (D, E, F are all colorless). In rose gold, where the warm metal provides contrast, an F diamond looks completely white and vivid against the band. VS1 (Very Slightly Included) means inclusions require magnification to find — the stone is completely eye-clean. F/VS1 represents high quality at a point that delivers visual perfection without paying the premium for D/FL.

How many diamonds are in this ring total?

41 diamonds in total: 1 princess cut center stone (2.0 carats, F/VS1) and 40 pave band diamonds (E color VS1, 0.40ct total). Combined total carat weight is 2.40 carats.

Can I change the metal?

Yes. This ring can be made in 14K or 18K gold in yellow, white, or rose, or in platinum. Contact us before ordering — call 917-477-8663 or message through the site. 14K rose gold is shown in the photos.

Can I choose a different center stone size?

Yes. We can build this design with a princess cut center from 1 to 4 carats. Call 917-477-8663 with your budget and we will price it out. Different colour and clarity grades are also available.

Is a lab-grown diamond a real diamond?

Yes — chemically and physically identical to a mined diamond. Same carbon crystal structure, same hardness of 10, same refractive index and light performance. The only difference is origin. This diamond comes with an IGI certificate confirming its cut, colour, clarity, and carat weight.

How long until I receive my ring?

Each ring is handcrafted to order. Standard production is 10–14 business days, then ships via free insured FedEx. If you need it by a specific date, contact us before ordering and we will confirm the timeline honestly.