Mined Diamond Alternative Engagement Rings

Lab created engagement rings are a brilliant mined diamond alternative without the hefty price tag. Today I delve into the world of Lily Arkwright and find out more about some of their gorgeous moissanite and lab-grown engagement rings.

Lily Arkwright is a luxury online jewellery retailer based in the United Kingdom shipping globally. They offer the very best quality lab-grown moissanite, diamonds, coloured gemstones engagement rings, wedding bands and bridal jewellery. In a variety of 18K white, yellow, rose golds and platinum precious metals.

I’ve listed some of my favourite Lily Arkwright minded diamond alternative engagement rings for your viewing pleasure.

Hidden Halo Engagement Ring Collection

If you are on the hunt for the perfect engagement ring then check out the new hidden halo collection! Choose between the Paris, Lively and Coco engagement rings, featuring a glittering secret hidden halo that can only be seen from the side profile, adding extra sparkle to your choice of plain solitaire, pavé shoulder set setting and triple pavé.

Available in a huge variety of both cuts and metals, this is a versatile engagement ring. Choose between either Charles & Colvard’s Forever One Range or with Lily Arkwright’s own branded Moissanite.

Pictured: Lively Emerald Cut Ring Moissanite Ring (look at that hidden halo!)

Petite Engagement Rings

If elegant, fresh and minimalist designs are your thing then the Lily Arkwright Petite range is perfect for you. Petite rings all feature a narrow band that is available in a range of precious metals such as 18k White Gold, 18k Yellow Gold, 18k Rose Gold and 950 Platinum that come in micro plain, pavé and channel settings.

The gorgeous narrow band really allows your chosen centre stone to take the spotlight and always create a fresh and clean look. All petite engagement rings can be paired with either a Charles and Colvard Forever One or Lily Arkwright moissanite centre stone, a lab-grown diamond, or a coloured gemstone in a wide variety of stunning cuts and sizes.

The Classic Solitaire Engagement Ring

You can’t beat the classics, sometimes a simple solitaire is best! Timeless and beautiful, Lily Arkwright’s range of classic engagement rings are hard to beat. Here are a few classic solitaire engagement rings. To see all of your favourite ring styles in person, you can simply book an in-person showroom or virtual WhatsApp consultation.

Pictured: Grace Moissanite Round Cut Ring

Popular for a reason, the Grace is seen as the little black dress of engagement rings. With a four prong mount petite basket that securely attaches the single centre stone, this ring is the ultimate classic.

Featuring a knife edge profile that is also wed-fit, this ring can be set with any brilliant round cut gemstone and comes in the full range of metal choices. Ordinarily varying from 0.23ct to 3.5ct, the show stopping centre stone can be increased in size all the way up to 6ct. Whether mounted with a cool blue sapphire or a premium Hearts and Arrows cut moissanite from Charles & Colvard, this ring really speaks for itself in terms of sheer elegance and refined luxury.

Pictured: The Lillie Moissanite Engagement Ring

Another popular Solitaire is the Lillie ring. Also with a knife edge band, this ring has a six prong tiffany-style setting that fastens the gem securely, and places all its focus on the centre stone. The band width is 1.6mm, making for a petite look. Also a wed-fit style, the Lillie ring will sit perfectly next to a wedding ring.

Pictured: The Giselle Lab Diamond Engagement Ring

A modern take on a traditionally loved style, it’s no surprise the Giselle 4 prong pavé shoulder set is such a popular ring. This utterly beautiful ring features a brilliant round Forever One moissanite centre stone, complemented by G/H SI conflict-free diamonds adorning the shoulders of the ring, ensuring a breathtaking sparkle from every angle. The Giselle is certainly a favourite for brides looking for that extravagant and classic style.

Moissanite – A great value diamond alternative?

A unique gem with original chemical and optical properties, Moissanite was originally discovered in a meteorite crater. Extremely rare in nature (even rarer than diamonds), scientists discovered an innovative thermal growing process that takes place under controlled laboratory conditions, enabling its lab-grown formation for use for engagement rings and other fine jewellery.

Brighter and more reflective, Moissanite is an amazing diamond alternative with a stunning visual appearance, perfect for brides-to-be desiring an eco-friendly option and unprecedented shimmer and sparkle. Moissanite is second of all gemstones in terms of hardness, scoring only slightly lower than a diamond at 9.25-9.5 on the Mohs scale, making it incredibly durable and a brilliant choice for engagement rings designed to be worn every day.

Lily Arkwright offers the worlds premium moissanite, Forever One by Charles & Colvard. The original moissanite stone creator, Charles & Colvard Forever One quality rates within the internally flawless to the very slightly included range. Using a unique patented process to grow each moissanite, Forever One by Charles & Colvard possesses impeccable colour – ten times whiter than standard moissanite – unrivalled cut and clarity, creating a gemstone with exceptional beauty and sparkle. Each Charles & Colvard Forever One Moissanite engagement ring comes with a limited lifetime warranty that guarantees your moissanite stone will maintain its fire and brilliance for your lifetime, representing the lifetime of love between you and your partner and guaranteeing your gemstone remains as beautiful as the day you bought it. Don’t forget to check out Lily Arkwrights range of moissanite earrings and pendants, which make for a gorgeous bridal set.

Lab Diamonds, an ethical alternative to mined diamonds?

Lab diamonds hold identical chemical, optical and physical properties to mined diamonds, making them the closest alternative to mined diamonds. As the name suggests, lab diamonds are created in a laboratory by replicating the high temperatures and high-pressure conditions which occur in the Earth’s crust where diamonds form. Lab-grown diamonds are real diamonds, displaying the same fire, sparkle and brilliance as natural diamonds, making it impossible to distinguish between the two. These ethical diamonds can be considered more desirable than natural diamonds as they are free from flaws and impurities that are acquired in the formation and mining of natural diamonds. More affordable than mined diamonds with lower environmental impacts yet just as luxurious, dazzling and durable, lab diamond engagement rings are perfect for those who want a real diamond without the financial and environmental cost associated with mined diamonds.

Lily Arkwright only sources and sets IGI and GIA certified lab diamonds so you can be confident that your diamond has been expertly crafted and have the peace of mind that your lab diamond meets your specific requirements.

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Why choose an engagement ring from Lily Arkwright?

Lily Arkwright pride itself on the ability to produce stunning ethical and sustainable fine jewellery at an amazing price point, supported by unrivalled customer service. They offer the highest quality moissanite, lab-grown diamonds and gemstones.

Lily Arkwright is a proud Assay Assured jewellery retailer and a committed member of the National Association of Jewellers based on honesty, integrity and professionalism. All precious metal jewellery offered by Assay Assured jewellery retailers carries the legally-required independent hallmark verifying the precious metal content, protection over and above legal requirements. Lastly and perhaps most importantly, Lily Arkwrights commitment to excellent customer service is evident in their glowing customer reviews on Trust Pilot.