Choosing Your Stone

Engagement and Eternity Rings

bespoke jewellery
Pink Sapphire
5mm Natural Diamond
Green Beryl and Gold Ring
Green Beryl ring, with London Blue Topaz, and Quartz stones

Choosing Your Engagement Ring Stone

Selecting the right stone for your bespoke engagement ring or eternity ring is one of the most exciting parts of creating a piece of jewellery that’s truly personal. Choosing your engagement ring stone is about finding a gem that reflects your style, story, and values.

Whether you love the classic beauty of a diamond, want a high-sparkle alternative like moissanite, or dream of a coloured gemstone, there’s an option to suit every taste.

Natural Diamonds

Natural diamonds are the traditional choice for engagement rings, known for their white brilliance and timeless elegance.

  • Why choose a natural diamond?
    • Classic and traditional
    • Symbolism of rarity and enduring love
    • Wide range of quality options and sizes
    • Potential long-term value

Perfect for anyone looking for a traditional and enduring stone for their bespoke engagement ring in the UK.

Lab Grown Diamonds

Lab grown diamonds are chemically and visually identical to natural diamonds but created in a laboratory. This makes them a sustainable and ethical choice.

  • Benefits:
    • Eco-conscious and ethical, no mining impact
    • Often more affordable for a larger or higher quality stone
    • Same brilliance and durability as natural diamonds

Recycled Gemstones and Diamonds

Recycled gemstones are stones that have been previously set in jewellery and are carefully rehomed into new pieces. This includes recycled diamonds, which offer all the beauty and durability of a natural diamond with a lower environmental impact.

  • Benefits:
  • More sustainable by reducing the demand for new mining
  • Ethically attractive, as it avoids further extraction
  • Diamonds and coloured gemstones with the same brilliance and longevity
  • Often a more cost‑effective option

I can also work with your own gemstones or diamonds, whether they come from family heirlooms or pieces with sentimental value. Transforming these stones into a new design lets you keep a personal connection while creating jewellery you can wear and enjoy every day.

Moissanite

Moissanite is a lab-created gemstone with extraordinary sparkle and rainbow fire. It’s a durable, affordable, and ethical alternative to natural diamonds.

  • Benefits:
    • Maximum brilliance and rainbow flashes of light
    • Hard and durable for everyday wear
    • Eco-friendly, no mining required
    • More affordable than natural diamonds

Ideal for anyone looking for moissanite engagement rings or a high-sparkle alternative.

Salt and Pepper Diamonds

Salt and pepper diamonds are natural stones with inclusions that create unique speckled patterns. Each stone is one-of-a-kind, making your ring truly individual.

  • Benefits:
    • Distinctive, characterful appearance
    • Adds personality while retaining diamond durability

Coloured Diamonds

Coloured diamonds, from yellow to pink, offer individuality while keeping the durability of a diamond.

  • Benefits:
    • Adds personality and colour
    • Works beautifully with gold or silver settings
    • Can be used as a centre or accent stone

Coloured Gemstones

Gemstones like sapphires, rubies, and emeralds allow you to personalise your engagement ring with rich colour and meaning.

  • Benefits:
    • Wide variety of colours and symbolism
    • Durable enough for daily wear
    • Creates a unique, personalised piece

Choosing the Right Stone

Whether you’re drawn to tradition, rarity, and classic symbolism, or you want to prioritise ethical sourcing, environmental considerations, or budget-friendly alternatives, the choice is entirely yours. I’m happy to work with you to select a stone that feels right, whether it’s a diamond, moissanite, or another gemstone.

Explore Bespoke Rings

Browse my engagement ring collection for inspiration and get in touch to discuss your bespoke design. Every commission is an opportunity to choose the stone that feels right for you.