East West Cushion Lab Grown Diamond Ring with Cathedral Bridge

East West Cushion Lab Grown Diamond Ring with Cathedral Bridge

An elongated cushion cut lab grown diamond set east to west, raised on a cathedral bridge above a plain shank. The bridge is the part worth understanding. Rather than the band running straight into the base of the setting, it sweeps upward on each side in an arch, so the stone is carried rather than simply mounted.

A cathedral bridge does three things at once. It lifts the stone clear of the finger so light reaches the pavilion from underneath, it puts metal where a horizontal stone needs the most support, and it leaves a gap beneath the girdle that a wedding band can tuck into. On an east west setting that last point matters more than usual, because a sideways stone is wider than a lengthwise one and needs the extra clearance.

Center stone details

• Shape: Elongated cushion cut, set east to west across the finger
• Stone type: Lab grown diamond, IGI certified
• Carat weight: 2, 3, 4 or 5 carat, selected at checkout
• Color grade: E
• Clarity grade: VVS2
• Cut and polish: Excellent make, excellent luster
• Setting: Four claw prongs raised on an arched cathedral bridge
• Certification: IGI certificate of the center stone is included at no extra charge

Accent stone details

• Hidden pave set beneath the centre stone and across the bridge
• Accents matched to the center stone for color and clarity
• Invisible from directly above, fully visible in profile

Band details

The shank is a plain polished band that rises into the arched bridge as it approaches the head and carries no stones along its length. Keeping the outside of the band bare lets the arch of the bridge be the shape you notice in profile, and it means the ring is easy to resize and takes an engraving cleanly.

Metal options

Choose from 925 sterling silver, or 10K, 14K and 18K gold in yellow, rose or white. Rose gold warms the arch and reads soft against the horizontal stone. Yellow gold gives it a richer, more traditional weight. White gold and sterling silver make the bridge disappear so the cushion looks suspended. Every metal is finished by hand in our workshop.

Ring size

This ring is available in a full range of US sizes. Select your size at checkout. If you are unsure of the size, contact us and we will help you measure at home before the ring is made.

Custom orders

We make every ring to order, which means the design can be adjusted. Ask us about a north to south orientation, a lower setting height, an oval or radiant centre, a pave shank, a different carat weight, an engraving inside the band or a matching wedding band. Write to us through https://mapplegems.com/pages/contact and a member of our team will reply with drawings and a quote.

Frequently asked questions

What is a cathedral setting?
The shank arches upward on both sides to meet the basket instead of running flat into it, the way a cathedral arch rises to meet a vault. It lifts the stone, adds support and creates a space beneath the girdle.

What does east west setting mean?
It means the long axis of the stone runs across the finger rather than along it. An east west cushion sits horizontally, which broadens the head and gives a modern, understated character.

Does a cathedral bridge help with a wedding band?
Yes. The arch leaves a gap under the stone, so a straight band can tuck in close rather than being held away by the setting. On a wide east west stone that clearance is particularly useful.

Is a lab grown diamond a real diamond?
Yes. A lab grown diamond has the same carbon crystal structure, hardness, refractive index and fire as a mined diamond. The only difference is that it was grown in a controlled environment rather than pulled from the ground.

Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. An IGI certificate for the center stone is included with every order at no additional cost.

Does a raised setting catch on things?
A cathedral sits higher than a flush setting, so it is slightly more exposed. If you work with your hands constantly we can build the same design at a reduced height, or recommend a bezel instead.

Which metal is best for daily wear?
14K and 18K gold are the most durable choices for a ring worn every day. 10K is harder still. Sterling silver is softer and suits gentler wear or a first ring.

Why buy a lab grown diamond

A lab grown diamond gives you the same optical and physical properties as a mined stone at a far better price for the size and quality. Because the growth conditions are controlled, high color and high clarity stones like the E VVS2 used here are available in large carat weights that would be rare and costly in mined goods. It is also a traceable choice, with a known origin and no mining footprint.

Our services

• IGI certificate of the center stone included free with every ring
• Made to order in the metal, carat weight and size you choose
• Full range of US ring sizes
• Custom design and matching wedding bands on request
• Hand finishing and quality inspection before dispatch
• Secure insured worldwide shipping

About Mapple Gems

Mapple Gems is a fine jewelry maker based in Surat, India, a city that has cut and polished diamonds for generations. We design and build every piece in our own workshop, from setting the center stone to the final polish, which lets us control quality at each step and offer custom work that larger retailers cannot. We work only with lab grown diamonds and responsibly sourced gemstones.

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