Engagement Rings - A Few Ideas For A Very Special Valentines Day

 

 

Heart Shaped Fancy Cut

Nothing says love like a heart shaped fancy cut diamond. The most romantic of the fancy cuts the heart shape diamond is the perfect way to symbolise your love. The heart cut generally contains more than 60 facets which give it its radiance and sparkle. Each side of the heart is identical and rounded wings to bring it into the heart shape. The heart cut is steeped in history and dates back to the 15th century where Mary Queen of Scots once sent a heart-shaped diamond ring to Queen Elizabeth.

 

heart shape diamond ring

 Platinum and Heart Shaped Diamond 0.57ct Solitaire Ring - £2150


This stunning heart shaped diamond ring boasts a 0.57ct diamond which has been certificated by the GIA as H colour and Si1 clarity. Precious Platinum adds weight, strength and beauty to the ring, where the natural white of the metal enhances the white of the diamond. The shank has a with a width of 2.2mm and has a slight court profile, for a comfortable fit. This contemporary design is ‘wed-fit’ which means that the ring will sit flush against a typical wedding ring with no gap in-between, eliminating the need for a bespoke shaped wedding band, and perfect for a diamond set wedding band. A beautiful timeless design to be treasured forever. The ring carries the UK hallmark for Platinum and weighs 3.5 grams. Stock reference: A1LA 624

The Round Brilliant Cut


A round brilliant cut diamond is a classic and truly elegant choice for an engagement ring. The round brilliant cut diamond is the most popular cut for diamond rings and it is no surprise as this cut features 58 facets which reflect light throughout the whole diamond giving it its outstanding sparkle and brilliance. The brilliant cut was developed by Marcel Tolkowsky (1899–1991) who came from a Belgian family of diamond cutters, and created the cut from mathematical calculations that maximised the brilliance and reflection of light.

round brilliant cut diamond ring
Platinum and Diamond Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Twist Ring - £1150

This wonderfully feminine engagement ring has gorgeous sparkling certificated 0.30ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond. The reputable GIA Certificate, has graded the diamond as F Colour and Si2 Clarity and it measures 4.18mm x 4.19mm x 2.69mm. Precious Platinum adds weight, strength and beauty to the ring, where the natural white of the metal enhances the white of the diamonds. The D-shape profile of the shank is 2.6 mm wide and gently tapers and swirls to form the cross over claw setting of the central diamond. The ring carries the UK hallmark for Platinum, and weighs 3.3 grams. Stock reference: A1AN 11

The Halo Ring

A halo diamond ring is a ring which features a central stone that is encircled by a separate round setting of diamonds. Halo rings are real show stoppers as the surrounding halo of diamonds make the central diamond seem larger and add extra sparkle overall. Whilst the popularity of the halo ring has notably grown in recent times its history can be traced as far back as The Georgian era in Europe, where small diamonds and pearls were used to decorate the halo around the central stone. By the Victorian era halo style rings began to include coloured gemstones as the central stone and by the 1920’s halo rings became an iconic part of the art deco movement within jewellery. Many modern day halo rings draw upon the influences of the art deco era. A halo ring is the perfect choice for maximum sparkle and a modern feel with a touch of vintage glamour.

 

Diamond Halo Ring

Platinum and Diamond Halo Ring -£3395

This stunning Halo style ring, crafted from luxurious Platinum and Diamonds, precious and enduring, this ring would make a wonderful engagement ring. The 4-claw set central Round Brilliant Cut Diamond, is a 0.50ct GIA certificated stone, graded as E colour and Si1. The Halo of Diamonds are set in a separate disc of Platinum at the same level as the base of the central stone. Each sparkling diamond in the Halo is grain set, with a total carat weight of 0.20ct.The ring carries the UK hallmark for Platinum and weighs 4.9grams. Stock reference: A1LA 536


Cluster Rings


In recent times the popularity of cluster rings has surged. Coloured gemstone cluster rings also soared in popularity after Prince Harry gifted Kate, Duchess of Cambridge his late mothers stunning sapphire and diamond halo ring for their engagement. Like halo rings, cluster rings can be traced back to the Georgian period which often featured thick settings whist this changed to more delicate an ornate designs and settings in the Victorian years.

Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring

Platinum, Diamond & Sapphire Oval Cluster Ring -£7250


This Diamond and Sapphire ring has timeless appeal and reflects the majestic style of ring given to The Duchess of Cambridge by Prince Harry on their engagement. The centre piece of the ring is the superb 3.48ct Oval Cut Sapphire of intense blue with hints of indigo, which is in a claw setting. Encircling this gem are twelve bright white Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds. Crafted from luxurious 18ct White Gold, the shank of the ring has slight Court profile tapering to a point at the shoulders. The head of the ring measures 15.8mm x 13.6mm. The ring weighs 8.7 grams and carries the UK hallmark for Platinum. Stock reference A2L 357

Pre-Owned Rings


Pre Owned jewellery offers an excellent opportunity to own a totally unique item of jewellery which has its own history, special meaning and reflects antique and vintage styles which include Victorian, Art Deco and Mid Century, to name just a few. Pre owned jewellery offers all of these unique selling points often at a lower cost than new pieces. Pre owned and vintage rings are increasingly popular engagement rings as retro and vintage styles make a comeback, people are looking for something unique and not to forget that keeping pre owned jewellery in use is essentially recycling and offers a more green alternative to the environmentally conscious buyers of today.

Victorian Flower Cluster Ring
18ct Yellow Gold and Diamond Victorian Daisy Cluster Ring - £950


A delightful Victorian ring which features 1ct of sparkling diamonds in a daisy cluster design. The ring is crafted from 18ct Yellow Gold. The shank of the ring has a court profile and measures 1.5mm. A truly charming Victorian ring. Weight: 2.3g OG 6810.