Princess cut halo engagement rings in every metal: 100% recycled platinum or 18ct white, yellow or rose gold, handmade to order by our family workshop in the Cotswolds. A halo frames the centre diamond with a ring of smaller diamonds, so it sparkles more and looks bigger. Choose a ring below, then pick your own certified natural or lab-grown princess diamond.
Why a halo?
A halo frames the centre diamond with a ring of small diamonds. The extra sparkle makes the centre stone look larger, so it is a good way to get a big look for less. Paired with a diamond-set band, it gives the most sparkle of all.
The princess cut diamond
The princess cut is a square brilliant: crisp straight sides, sharp corners and a lively, criss-cross sparkle. It is the most popular fancy shape, and because more of the rough crystal is kept when it is cut, a princess often costs less than a round of the same weight.
Choosing your princess diamond
Look for a length-to-width ratio between 1.00 and 1.05 for a true square. The corners are the most delicate part of a princess cut, so each one is held by its own claw. A G to H colour and SI1 clarity give a clean, bright look for the money.
Platinum or gold?
Platinum is naturally white, hard-wearing and the most secure choice for the claws that hold your diamond. 18ct white, yellow and rose gold cost a little less, and 9ct gold less again. Shop by metal: platinum, 18ct white gold, 18ct yellow gold or 18ct rose gold.
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
The stone itself is as hard as any diamond, but its sharp corners can chip if knocked. That is why every corner on our princess settings is protected by its own claw.
Yes. The ring of small diamonds adds to the spread of the centre stone, so it looks noticeably larger than it would on its own.
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.
Yes. Every ring can be set with a natural or lab-grown diamond from our live stock. Both are real diamonds; lab-grown stones cost less for the same size and grade.