Have you typed “engagement rings you wouldn’t find on your high school bully” into your search bar yet? This rising trend is everything we love about internet culture, and it’s telling us everything we need to know: basic is out, individuality is in.
So what is a “cool girl” engagement ring? Think effortless, tasteful, and trendsetting. Something to indicate that you’re in-the-know, and feeling confident about what’s on your finger. And don’t fret—there’s many ways to achieve this. Today’s tip: old mine cut diamonds.
Here’s an intro to this rising gemstone:
June Solitaire Ring
What is an Old Mine Cut?
“Old mine” is an antique diamond cutting style that originated in the 1700s. Popular in the Georgian and Victorian eras, these stones were cut by hand (often by candlelight). This method produces a high crown, small table, and deep pavilion—resulting in chunky facets.
Old mine cut stones are generally a square-ish shape with soft edges. In comparison to today’s brilliant cut, these diamonds have a vintage sparkle. There is a certain handcrafted quality in the way it shimmers. Just ask Taylor Swift, who said ‘yes’ to an old mine cut in August.
Want your engagement ring to look like an heirloom? Here’s a few of our favorite old mine cut ring settings:
June Cove ring
1. Cove
Total Carats: 3.35
Shape: Elongated Cushion
Style Notes: Old Mine Cut, Vintage
Cove is a vintage refresh. Set with cardinal tab prongs, her old mine cut elongated cushion diamond is accentuated by a tapered ridged band.
Cove has a low setting. For a flush stack, select a contour or negative space band
June Fleur ring
2. Fleur
Total Carats: 2.50
Shape: Elongated Cushion
Style Notes: Old Mine Cut, Bezel Setting
Fleur is a romantic take on a classic solitaire. Her old mine cut diamond is complemented by an open bezel setting and split shank band detail.
Fleur has a low setting. For a flush stack, select a contour or negative space band
June Surry ring
3. Surry
Total Carats: 2.05
Shape: Elongated Cushion
Style Notes: Old Mine Cut, Contour
Surry is a sculptural piece. An old mine cut diamond with a basket crown setting is fashioned with a continuous weave of two contour gold bands.
Surry has a low setting. For a flush stack, select a contour or negative space band
June Azure ring
4. Azure
Total Carats: 4.00
Shape: Elongated Cushion, Round
Style Notes: Antique Cut, Trilogy
Azure is an enchanting three stone. A pretty combination of antique cushion and round cut stones span across the finger in a claw prong setting.
Azure has a low setting. For a flush stack, select a contour or negative space band
With a dedication to fine jewelry crafted from quality materials, June creates modern heirlooms made to last. Shop our collection or create a custom ring with our design team.
