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The Empress Cascade: Architectural Cleanliness Meets High-Carat Luxury
Step into a world of linear perfection and architectural brilliance. The Empress Cascade Diamond Band by Princessa Diamonds is engineered for those who favor the sophisticated, hall-of-mirrors effect of step-cut gems over traditional round stones. Expertly forged in prestigious, high-purity solid 18K white gold, this ring delivers an unmatched wall of crystal-clear flashes that wrap beautifully across the finger.
The defining feature of this masterpiece is its breathtaking collection of 13 hand-selected, vertically oriented emerald-cut lab-grown diamonds, delivering a massive 3.77 total carat weight (CTW). Each individual step-cut stone averages nearly 0.30 carats, offering an incredibly substantial, high-impact presence on the hand. To maximize the visibility of the diamonds and minimize distracting metal lines, the stones are secured using minimal shared prongs with delicate, rounded tips. The icy, bright luster of the 18K white gold perfectly complements the clean, geometric windows of the emerald cuts, making the ring look like a continuous ribbon of ice.
Elite Precision Drafting & Daily Wearability
A high-carat band must feel as remarkable as it looks. Unlike full eternity bands that can pinch between the fingers, this premium design transitions beautifully into a smooth, high-polished solid gold half-round shank at the base. The profile numbers speak to its high-end structural makeup, featuring an expansive 4.3mm band width to match the stately footprint of the emerald cuts, paired with a sleek, low-profile 1.7mm shank thickness to keep it remarkably comfortable. Boasting a higher gold content, the 18K alloy gives the ring a luxurious, substantial weight on the hand. The inner gallery is precision-engineered with architectural rectangular light-ports underneath each stone, allowing the diamonds to breathe and catch maximum ambient light from every imaginable angle.
Product Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Brand Collection | Princessa Diamonds Haute Couture Series |
| Total Carat Weight (CTW) | 3.770 CTW |
| Diamond Cut & Shape | Premium Emerald Cut (Step-Cut) |
| Diamond Layout | 13 Hand-Matched, Vertically Set Lab Diamonds |
| Average Carat Per Stone | ~0.29 Carats Each |
| Setting Mechanism | Minimalist Shared-Prong Architecture |
| Metal Composition | Solid 18K White Gold |
| Profile Dimensions | 4.3mm Band Width / 1.7mm Shank Thickness |
| Internal Finish | Smooth Comfort-Fit with Open Under-Gallery |
| Stock Number | 314741315 |
Princessa Style Tip: Thanks to its high-profile 3.77 CTW footprint and wide 4.3mm canvas, the Empress Cascade commands the room all on its own. Crafted in elite 18K white gold, it offers a brighter, heavier, and more premium feel than standard gold variants. Wear it completely solo on your left hand as a bold statement wedding band, or style it on your middle finger as an ultimate piece of standalone modern luxury.
