A band that crosses under the stone
The Nala doesn't run a straight band up to the setting. Two strands of metal split apart, sweep around, and cross beneath the oval before rejoining. The centre diamond sits in four claws on top of that crossing, so it reads as though it's resting on the band rather than bolted through it.
The crossing has to be cut and finished before the stones go anywhere near it. Once the accent line is set, the strands can't be reshaped without loosening them, so the geometry is fixed at the modelling stage and there is no adjusting it later on the bench.
The shoulders carry 20 round brilliants, 0.10ct in total, micro claw set along the outer edge of each strand so the light catches them as the hand turns. Choose natural or lab-grown for the accents at Step 1.
Available in 14ct or 18ct white, yellow or rose gold, or 950 platinum. The claws are always white gold or platinum, which keeps the oval reading cleanly against a warmer band.
Oval is the shape this was drawn for, and it's what we'd recommend. Round and cushion also sit correctly in the mount. Choose your centre diamond at Step 2, then we hand-finish the ring in our Australian workshop.
Compatible with these diamond shapes
The Nala - Artistic Oval Engagement Ring was designed around the oval cut. The shapes below fit the centre mount without modification. Every centre diamond is GIA certified (natural) or IGI certified (lab-grown). Want a different shape? Ask us about a bespoke variant.
What comes with your ring
- Independent grading certificate for the centre diamond, GIA (natural) or IGI (lab-grown)
- Free insured shipping anywhere in Australia
- 14-day return window, no questions, full refund
- Complimentary resize within 60 days of delivery
- Lifetime warranty on the workmanship, including free re-tipping, polishing, and inspection
- Signature Monroe Yorke presentation box, engraved with your initials on request
- Kimberley Process conflict-free chain-of-custody documentation
- Priority appointment access at any of our four Australian showrooms for lifetime inspection every 12 to 18 months
Care & warranty
Everyday wear
Your ring is hand-finished for daily wear. Take it off for the gym, contact sports, gardening, and heavy manual work. Diamonds are the hardest natural material but can chip on impact against another diamond or a metal surface. Chlorine from pools accelerates gold's oxidation over years, rinse the ring after swimming.
Cleaning at home
Weekly: warm water, a drop of mild dish soap, a soft toothbrush, and pat dry. Focus on the underside of the centre diamond and behind the setting, where skin oils collect and dull the light return.
Professional maintenance
Every 12 to 18 months at any of our four showrooms. Included in the lifetime warranty at no cost. We ultrasonic-clean, re-tip any worn prongs, polish the band, and inspect the setting under 10x loupe.
Resize policy
Complimentary resize within 60 days of delivery. After 60 days, resizes are $180 within Australia (we cover return shipping both ways). Turnaround is five to seven business days.
Warranty scope
Lifetime warranty covers workmanship, prong integrity, and metal wear. Does not cover accidental damage, loss, theft, or wear from harsh chemicals. Every warranty claim starts with a free inspection at any of our four showrooms or by mail-in.
