Engagement rings are one of my favorite specialties.
I try to make rings with diamonds that are beautiful, comfortable to wear, and that stand up to daily wear over the years.

Thus, you will notice that all the diamonds are set in full bezels (the rim of metal that surrounds the stone) made of platinum, which protects the stone from chipping on the edge, holds it safely, and presents a smooth contour which does not catch on clothing. The main body of the ring is usually in 18k yellow gold, although I also use platinum and 18k "white" gold.
 

First, there is the "band" style, in which the diamond is set low on the finger, and the width of the ring is determined by the size of the stone itself... generally tapering slightly to the back of the ring. This type of ring can be worn next to a wedding band. Second, there is the "offset" style, in which the diamond is set low on the finger, but the ring is asymmetrical when viewed from above...
it has a flat side which can accommodate the presence of a wedding band worn next to it. This style allows for the use of a larger diamond while the ring itself can be fairly delicate. 		Third, there is the "platform" style, in which the diamond (or diamond with accompanying stones) is set on a "bridge" above the band, which continues underneath the stone... this setting raises the stones slightly, and has a more open look from the side. At the same time, the construction allows for a wedding band to fit next to the diamond ring.

Most of the diamonds I use are antique stones-- that is, diamonds which were actually cut in the late 19th or early 20th century and are of "old mine" or "European" cut. These stones generally have a more "architectural" look; that is, they have a higher profile when seen from the side... they are not so flat as modern cut diamonds.
They also usually have a smaller table, or top facet. I prefer the old stones for many reasons... they are more individual in look, often are somewhat less expensive than modern stones, and they are genuine antiques. Occasionally, if there is wear on the stone, I have it re-polished (but not reshaped) so it looks like new.
 

The rings you will see pictured here are the ones I have made up that are currently available. I also have many stones that can be set up after consultation with the customer. I would be glad to speak with you about the possibilities.
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One-of-a-kind 18k ring with an old mine cut diamond and 2 blue sapphires...		 1371 NEW
One-of-a-kind 18k yellow gold ring with an octahedron diamond crystal and a purple sapphire...
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One-of-a-kind white gold ring with a 1.57 ct. old mine cut diamond and 2 vivid yellow diamonds for accent... 		  1370 NEW
One-of-a-kind 18k white gold ring with an octahedron diamond crystal and 2 old mine cut diamonds...
1331 NEW
One-of-a-kind 18k yellow gold forged ring with a pink star sapphire from Ceylon accented with diamonds and platinum.		   1227
 One-of-a-kind 18k cast ring with a hand peened band accenting the diamond...
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One-of-a-kind 18k ring with an Asscher cut diamond and platinum wraps... 		  1261
One-of-a-kind 18k yellow gold ring with a rose cut diamond...
1377 NEW
One-of-a-kind 18k yellow gold ring with an octahedron diamond crystal and two blue sapphires...		   1372 NEW
One-of-a-kind 18k yellow gold ring with a modern cut diamond...
     
         

 

Below are archived examples of engagement rings. You will see styles and variations of pieces which are not currently available. To inquire about them refer to the letter designation.
 
Eng-A: Forged and fabricated platform style ring in platinum with an Asscher cut diamond and hand engraved leaf detailing and side diamonds. Eng-B: Forged and fabricated platform style ring in 18k yellow gold with an European diamond. Platinum millegrained bezel and side wraps. Leaf and vine motif. Eng-C: Forged and fabricated platform style ring in 18k yellow gold with an European cut diamond with platinum bezel and side wraps.
 
Eng-D: Forged and fabricated band style ring done in 18k yellow gold with green gold leaves detailing the octagonal chamfered band. A platinum millegrained bezel surrounds the cushion cut old mine diamond.
 Eng-E: A platform style ring with an octagonal modified brilliant cut diamond. Platinum is used in the bezel and band wraps which reflect the octagonal theme. Two side diamonds accent the hand detailed bead motif. Eng-F: A band style ring with 3 old mine cut diamonds set in platinum bezels. Hand detailed swirl motif is on each side of the rectangular box and bead setting.
     
Eng-G: 18K white gold platform style ring with a cushion cut old mine diamond surrounded by a hand engraved platinum bezel. Light blue sapphire trilliants have platinum bezels Eng-H: Platform style ring done in 18k yellow gold with a subtle leaf and vine motif. An antique cushion cut diamond with a platinum millegrained bezel and platinum side wraps. Side accent diamonds are gypsy set. Eng-I: A band style ring in 18k yellow gold with a modern brilliant cut diamond on a raised rounded base and platinum bezel. Platinum side wraps. The two smaller diamonds are gypsy set.
     
Eng-J: A platform style ring with 3 old mine cut diamonds set in platinum millegrained bezels. Hand detailed wraps are on each side. Eng-K: A platform style ring in 18k white and green gold with an old mine cut diamond set in a millegrained bezel. Hand detailed wraps are on each side. Eng-L: A band style ring in 18k yellow gold with an old mine cut diamond set in a platinum millegrained bezel. Hand detailed wraps are on each side.