18ct rose gold radiant cut bezel-set engagement rings, handmade to order by our family workshop in the Cotswolds and set with a diamond you choose yourself. The radiant cut combines the clean outline of an emerald cut with the fiery sparkle of a brilliant. A bezel setting holds the diamond in a smooth rim of metal instead of claws, for a sleek, secure ring.
The radiant cut diamond
The radiant has the cut corners of an emerald cut but brilliant facets inside, so it sparkles more than any other square or rectangular shape. The cut corners make it hard-wearing, and it comes square or elongated. The bezel traces the outline of the radiant diamond in a clean line of metal.
Why a bezel setting?
A bezel wraps a smooth rim of metal right round the diamond instead of holding it with claws. It protects the edge of the stone, sits low on the finger and has nothing to catch on clothes or hair, so it suits an active life and everyday wear.
Why 18ct rose gold?
18ct rose gold is 75% pure gold, warmed to a soft pink by a little copper in the alloy. It is not plated, so the colour never wears off, and it is slightly harder than yellow gold. Some of our rose gold designs set the diamond in a white platinum head for the whitest look, with the pink band around it. For a lower price, see our 9ct rose gold engagement rings.
Choosing your radiant diamond
Our diamond search splits radiants into square and elongated. A ratio of about 1.00 to 1.05 gives a square; 1.20 to 1.35 is a popular rectangle. The brilliant facets hide small inclusions well, so SI1 clarity often looks clean.
Choose your own diamond
Every ring is set with a centre diamond you choose yourself, natural or lab-grown, from our live stock. Each stone has its grading report, and the ring page shows the finished price before you buy.
Handmade by a family jeweller
We have been making jewellery in Bourton-on-the-Water since 1969 and are members of the National Association of Jewellers. Your ring is made to order in 100% recycled metal, hallmarked, and ready in 3 to 4 weeks, with free UK delivery and free returns within 30 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Both are brilliant cuts, but a radiant has cut corners, which make it tougher and softer-looking, and it can be square or rectangular. A princess is always square with sharp corners.
The metal rim covers the very edge of the stone, so it can look a touch smaller than in claws. In return the diamond is fully protected, and the clean frame gives a crisp, modern outline.
No. The colour comes from the copper in the alloy, all the way through the metal, so there is no plating to wear off. If anything, rose gold warms slightly with age.
3 to 4 weeks from order, as every ring is made to order in our workshop. If you have a date in mind, contact us and we will do our best to help.