Your Gold Oval Engagement Ring Questions, Answered

Is this a lab grown or natural diamond?

This is a lab grown diamond, and we want to be completely clear about that. A lab grown diamond is a real diamond, with the exact same chemical, physical, and optical properties as one mined from the earth, so it sparkles identically and lasts just as long. The only difference is the origin, since it is grown in a controlled setting rather than dug from the ground. Why choose lab grown? Value, mostly. A 4.25ct oval in these grades would cost many times more as a mined stone, so lab grown lets you have real size and quality within your budget.

What do the specs 4.25ct, E colour and VS1 clarity mean?

Good question, since these grades decide a lot. The 4.25ct is the weight of the oval diamond, a generous statement size that looks even bigger thanks to the elongated shape. E colour sits near the very top of the colour scale, so the stone looks bright and white with no visible tint. VS1 stands for very slightly included, high on the clarity scale, meaning any natural marks are invisible to the naked eye. So this is a large, white, and beautifully clean diamond, and lab grown makes those top grades wonderfully affordable.

What does IGI certified mean?

It means the diamond has been independently graded by the International Gemological Institute, one of the world’s leading diamond grading laboratories. The IGI report confirms the diamond’s carat weight, colour, clarity, and that it is lab grown, so the 4.25ct, E colour, and VS1 clarity are verified by an independent expert rather than just our word. It gives you complete confidence in what you are buying, and it is a useful document to keep for insurance too.

What is a solitaire with a hidden basket?

A solitaire is an engagement ring with a single diamond and no side stones or halo, so the one centre stone is the entire focus. It is the most classic engagement ring style of all. The hidden basket is the gold structure beneath the diamond that supports the four claws. It sits neatly under the stone, adding strength and security while giving the ring a refined, elegant profile from the side. So you get a timeless look up top and beautiful craftsmanship underneath.

Why choose an oval cut diamond?

The oval is one of the most loved shapes, and for good reason. It is a brilliant cut, so it sparkles intensely like a round diamond, yet its elongated shape spreads the stone wider, which makes it look even larger than a round of the same weight. The long shape also flatters the hand, gently lengthening and slimming the finger. On top of that, the oval feels both classic and current, a timeless choice that still looks fresh and modern. So if you want maximum sparkle, a flattering shape, and real presence, the oval delivers it all beautifully.

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  • Ernesto Buono

    Ernesto

    CEO Jewellery Designer.

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    Angelina

    Store Manager

  • Maria

    Maria

    Diamonds Specialist

  • Steff

    Steff

    Jewellery Designer

  • Hind

    Hind

    Jewellery Designer

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