Emerald Cut Moissanite Three Stone Engagement Ring with Pear Cut Sides

Emerald Cut Moissanite Three Stone Engagement Ring with Pear Cut Sides

An emerald cut moissanite in the centre, and a pear cut moissanite lying on its side on each shoulder with the point turned outward along the band. The two side stones are set low and close so they read as part of the same jewel rather than as separate accents, and the band itself is left plain and slim so nothing distracts from the three shapes across the top of the finger.

Why this ring works

Three stone rings are usually built with round or trapezoid sides. Using east west pears instead does something specific. A pear has one rounded end and one point, so laying it sideways gives the ring a soft curve where it meets the centre stone and a sharp taper where it meets the band. That shape carries the eye outward and makes the centre emerald cut look longer than it is. It also means the profile stays low, so the ring does not catch on clothing the way a tall three stone setting can.

Centre stone details

• Stone type: Moissanite
• Shape: Emerald cut, elongated rectangular step cut
• Colour: Colorless
• Clarity: VVS
• Cut and polish: Excellent
• Symmetry: Excellent
• Refractive index: 2.65, higher than diamond, which is why moissanite throws more coloured fire
• Hardness: 9.25 on the Mohs scale, hard enough for daily wear
• Carat options: 2 carat, 3 carat, 4 carat and 5 carat centre stone

Side stones and band

One pear cut colorless moissanite sits on each side of the centre stone, set east west with the point facing away from the middle, held in slim prongs at the tip and the shoulder. The side stones are scaled to the centre stone, so they grow with the carat weight you choose. The shank is a plain rounded band of approximately one point eight millimetres. Metal is solid throughout with a polished interior.

Metal options

Choose from recycled 925 sterling silver, or solid 10K, 14K and 18K gold in yellow, rose and white. Yellow gold, as photographed, gives the warm classic look that suits a three stone design. Rose gold makes it softer and more romantic. White gold and sterling silver keep all three stones reading as cold and colorless. White gold is rhodium finished.

Ring sizing

Every ring is made to order in your size. Sizes run from 3 to 13, including half sizes. If you are unsure, pick the closest size to your usual fit and contact us, and we will confirm it before production starts.

Care

Clean with warm water, mild dish soap and a soft toothbrush, paying attention to the underside of all three stones. Rinse and dry with a lint free cloth. Check the prongs on the pear points once a year, since that is the part of any pear shape most likely to catch. Remove the ring before swimming, gardening or lifting weights.

Questions people ask

What does a three stone ring symbolise? The three stones are traditionally read as past, present and future, which is why the style is popular for both engagements and milestone anniversaries.

Do the side stones get bigger with the centre stone? Yes. The pear sides are proportioned to the centre, so a 5 carat centre comes with visibly larger pears than a 2 carat centre and the ring keeps its balance.

Is an east west pear more fragile than a round side stone? A pear has one point, which is the only vulnerable spot on the shape. Setting it east west tucks that point in toward the shoulder rather than leaving it exposed at the edge of the ring, which is safer for everyday wear.

Which metal should I choose? For maximum whiteness choose white gold or sterling silver. For warmth choose yellow or rose gold. For daily wear over decades, 14K balances colour and durability best.

About Mapple Gems

Mapple Gems is a made to order fine jewellery workshop. Every ring is cut, set and finished by hand after you order, which is why we can offer ten metals and four carat weights on one design. Orders ship worldwide free of charge and every ring carries a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.

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