Cut
Cut describes how precisely a diamond’s facets interact with light. Excellent proportions help create brightness, fire and scintillation, often making cut the most noticeable of the 4Cs.
An oval centre stone of 1.95 carats, circled by a halo set so close that the two read as one larger diamond from any normal distance.
Oval is the most flattering cut on a hand because it runs with the finger rather than across it. The Verity leans into that and then borrows a trick from older houses: a halo seated almost flush against the girdle of the centre stone, with the smallest gap the setter can work in. Done badly you see two separate rings of light. Done properly, as here, the halo disappears into the centre and the whole thing simply looks bigger. The pavé carries a third of the way down each shoulder and then stops, leaving clean metal at the back where the ring meets the palm.
| Centre Stone | 1.95ct Oval Cut |
| Halo | 26 hand-set round brilliants |
| Metal | 18k White Gold |
| Setting | Flush Halo, Pavé Shoulders |
| Band Width | 2.2mm |
| Certification | GIA Certified |
Made in US sizes 2–14. Take a ring she already wears, measure straight across the inside of the band, and match that number to the diameter column below. It is more reliable than any printed paper gauge.
Caught between two sizes? Order the larger one. Every Montclair ring includes one complimentary professional resize within 60 days, so the guess costs you nothing.
Every Montclair Diamonds ring arrives with its matching GIA certificate, one complimentary resize inside the first 60 days, a polishing cloth, and our hinged presentation box — sealed, so the first person to open it is the person it is for.
THE MONTCLAIR DIAMOND GUIDE
A beautiful ring starts with understanding the stone. These are the details that influence a diamond’s appearance, rarity and character.
Cut describes how precisely a diamond’s facets interact with light. Excellent proportions help create brightness, fire and scintillation, often making cut the most noticeable of the 4Cs.
Diamond colour is graded from D to Z. The closer a stone is to colourless, the less visible body colour it generally displays, allowing its brilliance to take centre stage.
Clarity considers natural inclusions and surface characteristics. A VS1 diamond has very slight inclusions that are difficult to see under 10× magnification and are typically invisible to the unaided eye.
Carat measures diamond weight, not simply visual size. Shape, cut proportions and setting style can all influence how large a diamond appears on the hand.
INDEPENDENT CERTIFICATION
GIA is one of the world’s best-known independent gemological laboratories. A GIA grading report documents the diamond’s individual characteristics, including measurements and the 4Cs, giving you an independent reference for the stone you are choosing.
Always refer to the grading report supplied with your individual diamond for its exact specifications.
CHOOSE YOUR CHARACTER
Round brilliant diamonds are renowned for sparkle. Oval and pear shapes create an elongated look on the finger. Emerald cuts reveal broad, mirror-like flashes through their step facets, while princess and cushion cuts balance contemporary geometry with distinctive brilliance.
CRAFTED TO BE WORN
18k gold contains 75% pure gold alloyed with other metals for strength and wearability. White gold gives diamonds a bright, neutral setting that complements their natural brilliance.
THE RIGHT FIT
A well-fitted ring should slide over the knuckle with slight resistance and sit comfortably without spinning excessively. For the most accurate result, measure when your hands are at a normal temperature and compare against our US sizing options.
DIAMOND QUESTIONS
VS1 stands for Very Slightly Included 1. Inclusions are difficult for a trained grader to see at 10× magnification and are generally not visible without magnification.
No. Carat is only one characteristic. Cut quality, proportions, colour, clarity and personal preference all contribute to how a diamond looks and feels.
Shape changes the ring’s overall style and the way the stone presents on the hand. Different shapes also distribute their carat weight differently, so two diamonds of equal weight can appear different in size.
A GIA grading report provides an independent assessment of the diamond’s identifying characteristics and quality factors. The report for the individual stone is the definitive source for its exact grade and measurements.