3.1 Carat Emerald Lab Grown Diamond, Color G, VS1 Clarity IGI Certified

Three Carats. G Color. VS1. The Emerald Cut at Its Most Confident. Certified.

The emerald cut rewards quality more than any other diamond shape — its large, open table and step-cut facets create a window into the stone that reveals both its beauty and its characteristics with a clarity that brilliant cuts simply cannot match. At 3.1 carats of G color and VS1 clarity, independently certified by the International Gemological Institute, this stone delivers the emerald cut's signature architectural sophistication in a quality combination that is genuinely strong for this shape — near-colorless, completely eye-clean, and certified to confirm it. This is the emerald cut for the buyer who wants the shape's full elegance without any quality compromise.

The Specifications

• Carat Weight: 3.1 Carats
• Shape: Emerald Cut — Rectangular step-cut with cropped corners; long, glassy facets create a hall-of-mirrors effect and a depth of brilliance that is entirely distinct from any brilliant cut
• Color: G — Near-colorless; G color in an emerald cut appears white and brilliant to the naked eye in virtually all settings and lighting conditions — a strong color choice for a step-cut shape
• Clarity: VS1 — Very Slightly Included, first degree; inclusions invisible to the naked eye and extremely difficult to detect even under 10x magnification — the stronger of the two VS grades, and the right clarity choice for an emerald cut at this carat weight
• Certification: IGI Certified — International Gemological Institute; independent third-party verification of G color, VS1 clarity, emerald cut, and 3.1 carat weight
• Origin: Lab-Grown — Physically, chemically, and optically identical to a mined diamond; conflict-free and ethically sourced

Why G/VS1 Is the Right Quality for an Emerald Cut

The emerald cut's transparency is its defining characteristic — and its most demanding quality requirement. Unlike brilliant cuts, which scatter light in ways that mask color and inclusions, the emerald cut's open table creates a direct window into the stone. G color and VS1 clarity are the quality combination that meets this demand with confidence. G color appears white and brilliant in the emerald cut in virtually all conditions — the step-cut facets do show color more readily than brilliant cuts, making G the intelligent minimum for a buyer who wants a white-appearing stone. VS1 clarity is the stronger VS grade, delivering inclusions that are invisible to the naked eye and extremely difficult to find even under magnification — ensuring the emerald cut's open table reveals nothing but pure, glassy light.

The Emerald Cut: Architecture and Elegance

The emerald cut is the most sophisticated diamond shape in fine jewelry — a rectangular step-cut with cropped corners whose long, glassy facets create a hall-of-mirrors effect that is entirely distinct from the scattered brilliance of a round or oval. Where brilliant cuts dazzle with fire and scintillation, the emerald cut captivates with depth, deliberateness, and a kind of quiet authority that rewards attention. At 3.1 carats, the emerald cut's rectangular silhouette creates a substantial, commanding presence on the finger — a stone that is immediately recognizable as something of genuine quality and intention.

The Paula Connection

The emerald cut is the same diamond shape featured in The Paula — our named original engagement ring set in a sleek full bezel that honors the emerald cut's clean, architectural lines. If you love the character of The Paula and are considering a custom ring around a stone of your own choosing, this 3.1 carat G/VS1 emerald cut offers the same sophisticated shape with premium quality grades at an accessible price point. Contact us to discuss custom setting options inspired by The Paula or any other design.

IGI Certified: Complete Confidence

This diamond is certified by the International Gemological Institute (IGI), providing independent, third-party verification of the G color, VS1 clarity, emerald cut, and 3.1 carat weight. The certificate travels with the stone and provides permanent documentation of its specifications — complete confidence for a purchase of this significance.

Setting Recommendations

A 3.1 carat G/VS1 emerald cut is most beautifully showcased in settings that honor its clean, architectural lines — a sleek full bezel as seen in The Paula, a simple four-prong solitaire, or a three-stone setting with tapered baguette or half-moon side stones. G color pairs beautifully with all metal tones — white gold and platinum for a cool, luminous look; yellow gold for a warm, vintage-inspired character. Contact us to discuss custom setting options.

Perfect For

• A buyer who wants the emerald cut's architectural sophistication with premium G/VS1 quality at an accessible price
• A custom engagement ring center stone with the shape's full elegance and no quality compromise
• Anyone inspired by The Paula who wants to build a custom ring around their own emerald cut
• The buyer who understands that the emerald cut rewards quality — and has chosen accordingly

A 3.1 carat IGI certified emerald cut at G/VS1 is an exceptional value. Contact us with any questions or to discuss custom setting options.