An old mine cushion held within a sculptural wrap of polished gold.
The setting curves around the stone rather than sitting beneath it in the usual way, creating a stronger relationship between diamond and metal. Against the soft, broad facets of the old mine cut, the gold feels contemporary and almost fluid.
The interest comes from the juxtaposition: an antique-inspired diamond inside a distinctly modern form.
18K yellow gold, mirror-polish finish
Old mine cushion centre diamond held within a sculptural polished-gold wrap setting
Made to order and handcrafted in Australia
Available in platinum, 18K white gold and 18K rose gold by request
Each centre diamond is selected individually for cut, proportion and how it presents on the hand. Starting prices are based on E-F colour, VS1-VS2 clarity and an independently certified centre diamond. Every centre diamond is supplied with its IGI or GIA grading report.
Old mine cuts are chosen for character rather than a uniform modern template. Their softer outlines, deeper proportions and broader faceting mean two stones of the same carat weight can present differently on the hand. We select for face-up spread, balance and personality, not the carat number alone. 'Old mine' describes the cut character; laboratory-grown stones are newly created, while natural stones may be newly cut or antique depending on the diamond selected.
STARTING PRICES
Laboratory-grown diamond
2.00ct: from AU$10,400
3.00ct: from AU$14,100
Natural diamond
2.00ct: from AU$51,500
3.00ct: from AU$122,000
Diamonds above 3.00ct are price on application. Final pricing may vary with the exact diamond, dimensions, ratio and any bespoke changes.
Every engagement ring includes complimentary engraving and a complimentary first resize where the design allows. MARLII LAB engagement and wedding rings are covered by a lifetime warranty against manufacturing faults. Ongoing repair assessment, care guidance and support are available for the life of the piece.
Every MARLII LAB engagement ring is made to order and crafted by hand in Australia. Please allow 10-12 weeks once your design and centre diamond are confirmed.
The setting is made around the proportions of your chosen diamond rather than pulled from stock or adapted from a finished ring. The timeframe gives the workshop room to make and finish the piece properly, without rushing the details that matter.
If you are working to an earlier proposal, travel or celebration date, an express making service may be available for an additional $1,100, subject to workshop capacity. Please let us know your required date before ordering so we can confirm what is possible.
