Bezel Engagement Rings

A bezel engagement ring holds the centre stone within a rim of precious metal. The rim makes the outline of the stone an important part of the design, whether the shape is round, elongated or geometric. Compare how much metal is visible around the centre and how the setting joins the band.

Full and partial bezel designs

A full bezel surrounds the outline, while a partial bezel leaves sections more open. The overall setting height still varies between designs: a bezel is not automatically a low-set ring. Side-view images help you judge the basket, the band and the space available for a wedding ring.

Choosing the centre stone

Bezel describes the setting rather than the gemstone. For a classic colourless diamond appearance, explore our lab grown diamond collection. For pink, blue, green or yellow diamond centres, browse our coloured lab grown diamond collection. Other gemstone and diamond options depend on the individual design, as detailed in its specification.

Does a bezel hide the stone?

The metal rim covers part of the edge, but the face of the stone remains visible. Rim thickness, stone dimensions and setting proportions determine the final effect. Compare actual photographs rather than assuming all bezel settings look alike.

Which metal works best?

That is a design preference rather than a single correct choice. A pale metal creates a different frame from yellow or rose gold. Consider the contrast with your centre stone and with any wedding band you plan to wear alongside it.