A silhouette that feels like you.
Shape, proportions and the setting: a more useful way to think about presence.
Weight is not a picture of size
Carat describes weight, not the face-up length and width you see in a ring. Two stones at the same weight can have different proportions and depth. Begin with the actual millimetre measurements, then consider the design around them.
An elongated outline changes the visual impression differently from a square or a round. A shape name is a starting point, not a guarantee of the proportions of every stone with that name.
Nine different characters
Round is a familiar circular silhouette. Oval, pear and marquise offer elongated lines. Princess and cushion bring square or rectangular outlines with different corner shapes. Emerald and Asscher give a geometric step-cut character. Heart makes the outline itself part of the expression.
The most persuasive choice is the one you prefer in the actual stone and setting. Compare imagery at a consistent scale rather than a zoomed photograph that makes every stone appear equally large.
Agree the dimensions with your jeweller
For a new setting, share the length, width and depth before the design is finalised. For an existing mount, obtain the jeweller’s required measurements and tolerances first. Carat weight alone cannot confirm that a stone will fit.
For pairs and side stones, consider orientation, relative dimensions and the appearance together. Equal weights do not automatically produce a harmonious match.
Your selection brief
Tell us the outline you like, approximate face-up dimensions, preferred weight range and the setting you have in mind. We can then review available options against a specific design rather than choose from a photograph alone.
Further reading
General selection guidance. The details of an actual stone and the terms of any order must be confirmed separately.
Discuss your selection