Solitaire Engagement Rings
Shop handmade solitaire diamond engagement rings crafted in England — a single centre diamond for timeless brilliance and classic elegance. Available in solid precious metals with lab grown or natural diamonds, each ring is refined, balanced and beautifully made.
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Why Choose a Solitaire Engagement Ring
At Pruden and Smith, each solitaire engagement ring is handmade in our English countryside workshop using solid precious metals and carefully selected diamonds. You can choose from both lab grown and natural diamonds, across a range of shapes including round, oval, emerald, marquise, and cushion cut. Every ring is made to order, allowing you to tailor the metal, diamond size, and overall feel to suit your personal style.
A common question when choosing a solitaire ring is how secure and practical it is for everyday wear. Our settings are designed to balance refinement with durability, ensuring the diamond is protected while still allowing maximum light to enter the stone for brilliance. Another consideration is whether to choose lab grown or natural diamonds, both offer exceptional beauty, with lab grown providing a modern, considered option, and natural diamonds carrying their own unique story formed over millions of years.
Solitaire engagement rings also offer flexibility for the future, pairing beautifully with wedding rings, stacking bands, or eternity rings, making them a lasting and adaptable choice. Whether you prefer a classic round brilliant or a more distinctive diamond shape, a solitaire ring remains one of the most elegant and enduring ways to celebrate your engagement.
If you would like guidance choosing the right solitaire engagement ring, our designers are always here to help you refine your ideas and create a ring that feels balanced, personal, and true to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a solitaire engagement ring?
A solitaire is an engagement ring with a single diamond and no side stones, so all the focus falls on the centre stone. It is the most classic and enduring engagement style, prized for its simplicity, elegance and versatility across any diamond shape.
How much do solitaire engagement rings cost?
Our solitaire engagement rings start from around £1,320, depending on the diamond size, quality and metal. Each ring is handmade to order, so we can work to your budget.
Can I choose the diamond shape and metal for a solitaire?
Yes. A solitaire suits any shape — round, oval, emerald, cushion, marquise and more — set in platinum or 18ct yellow, white or rose gold, with a lab grown or natural diamond. Every ring is made to order to your specification.
Where are your solitaire rings made, and are they guaranteed?
Each ring is designed and handmade by our goldsmiths in Ditchling, Sussex, and backed by our lifetime guarantee on the ring as supplied, with complimentary cleaning and re-polishing for life. You are welcome to visit the workshop, and we ship across the UK.
Handmade in England
Each piece of jewellery is handmade by expert goldsmiths in our village workshop in Ditchling, nestled in the heart of the South Downs National Park. With a legacy of craftsmanship dating back to the 1920s, we create unique, heirloom-quality designs using responsibly sourced materials. Whether you're searching for a meaningful gift or a special addition to your collection, our jewellery is designed to be cherished for a lifetime. Discover the beauty of true British craftsmanship.