18ct white gold cushion cut halo engagement rings, handmade to order by our family workshop in the Cotswolds and set with a diamond you choose yourself. The cushion cut has softly rounded corners and large facets, with a romantic, vintage glow. A halo surrounds the center diamond with a ring of smaller diamonds for extra sparkle and a bigger look.
The cushion cut diamond
The cushion cut is a square or slightly long diamond with softly rounded corners, like a pillow. Its larger facets give big, bold flashes of light, with a warm, vintage feel that goes back over two hundred years. The halo follows the outline of the cushion diamond, so the shape reads clearly from across a room.
Why a halo?
A halo frames the center diamond with a ring of small diamonds. The extra sparkle makes the center 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.
Why 18ct white gold?
18ct white gold is 75% pure gold, alloyed with white metals and finished with rhodium plating for a bright, mirror-white shine. It costs less than platinum and is lighter on the finger. As the plating wears, usually over a year or two, a hint of warmth can show; a quick re-plate brings it back. Want to spend less again? See our 9ct white gold engagement rings.
Choosing your cushion diamond
Our diamond search splits cushions by shape: square cushions have a ratio up to 1.08, and elongated cushions start at 1.15. Cushions can hold a little color in their corners, so G to H is a good color choice, with SI1 or better clarity.
Choose your own diamond
Every ring is set with a center 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.
From our workshop to your door
Each ring is made for you in our Cotswolds workshop in 3 to 4 weeks, in 100% recycled metal, and independently hallmarked. We have made fine jewelry since 1969. UK delivery is free, every order comes with a prepaid returns pack, and returns are free within 30 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is down to taste. A square cushion (ratio up to 1.08) gives a classic, soft look; an elongated cushion (1.15 and above) looks larger face up and lengthens the finger. You can search for either.
Yes. The ring of small diamonds adds to the spread of the center stone, so it looks noticeably larger than it would on its own.
Usually every year or two, depending on how hard the ring is worn. Re-plating with rhodium takes a short visit to a jeweler and brings back the bright white finish.
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.