If you have decided to commission a custom jeweller to handcraft a diamond engagement ring, you certainly wouldn’t be alone. Many couples, especially those in Australia, choose to have the ring made to their specifications. It might sound like a daunting process to have an engagement ring made, but in reality, the entire project can be completed without ever meeting the jeweller face to face.

Here are the steps involved in creating a unique diamond engagement ring.

Find A Suitable Custom Jeweller

When thinking diamond engagement rings, a designer such as those at a Brisbane gemstone jewellery store can easily be found with an online search. Once you are in contact, you can have an informal Zoom call when you can tell the jeweller about your design ideas. There aren’t that many well-known custom jewellers, so finding the best is never going to be an issue. A good custom jeweller will listen to the client and get a clear picture of what they are looking for in an engagement ring.

Talk Budget

The custom jeweller would wish to know how much you plan to spend on the ring, so crunch the numbers and come up with a figure that you are happy with. Of course, your budget is very important to the jeweller, as this determines many of the ring aspects. It is important to clarify with the jeweller that the price is all inclusive and there are no extras, as planning an engagement is a costly exercise. Of course, the major cost is the diamonds but worry not as the jeweller can also help you choose the right stones, cut, and setting.

Design

There are many aspects to designing a ring – the metal, the precious stones, the setting, and the overall design. The custom jeweller makes good use of 3D computer imaging and with your input and the jeweller’s expertise, the perfect diamond engagement ring design can be created. Images can be sent to the client via email. After some minor alterations, the final design can be approved, and work can begin.

Diamonds

Of course, it is traditional to have diamonds in an engagement ring and the custom jeweller is able to source loose diamonds at wholesale prices. Each stone would have a GIA certificate and would be cut to your specifications. There are so many diamond cuts, it would be impossible to list them all.

Reaching An Agreement

Once the design and price are set, the jeweller can work his magic and within a short time, the ring would be ready for viewing. If there are many minor alterations to be made, this would be the time. When the ring is finished and the client is happy with everything, payment is made and that is the end of the process.

You know your bride-to-be better than most people; therefore, you should be able to design a ring that she will fall in love with. Of course, you might decide to forego the surprise and involve your partner in the ring design, which ensures that she is happy with every aspect of the engagement ring.