Choosing a handcrafted diamond ring should feel exciting, not exhausting. Yet the search can quickly become a maze: natural or lab-grown? Fully bespoke or a customised design? How long will it take, and what’s a fair budget? Add ethics, provenance and the 4Cs into the mix, and it’s easy to feel unsure about where to start or which jewellers truly deliver meticulous craft alongside honest guidance.

This guide curates eight UK jewellers that consistently pair beautiful handcraft with clear, client-first service. You’ll see at-a-glance what each is known for, how their bespoke process works (from design consultations and CAD to hand-setting and finishing), the ethics behind their sourcing and diamond options, plus typical budget ranges and lead times. Whether you’re booking a visit to Hatton Garden or commissioning online, use this shortlist to compare like-for-like, set realistic expectations, and find the maker whose style and approach fits your story. Ready to meet the jewellers worth your shortlist?

1. A Star Diamonds (Hatton Garden, London)

In the heart of Hatton Garden, A Star Diamonds brings a quietly personal, family-run approach to handcrafted diamond rings. Clients come for the calm, expert guidance and stay for the feeling that every detail—stone, setting and story—has been considered and finished by hand in the UK.

What they’re known for

Known for bespoke engagement rings and wedding bands shaped around your brief, they balance time-honoured craft with modern design tools. An online shop offers popular styles like solitaire, diamond band and hidden halo, backed by generous lifetime aftercare.

• Lifetime benefits: Free resizing, polishing and cleaning
• Complimentary engraving: Add meaning at no extra cost
• Made in the UK: Designed and crafted in-house in Hatton Garden

Bespoke design and craftsmanship

Your ring is developed with designers, goldsmiths and gemologists from first ideas to final polish. Expect a guided path—from sketches or CAD to hand-setting and finishing—so proportions, comfort and sparkle land exactly right.

• Collaborative design: Clear milestones and sign-offs
• In-house making: Tight quality control at every stage
• Precision setting: Attention to longevity as well as beauty

Ethics and diamond options

Choose between ethically sourced natural diamonds or 100% conflict-free lab-grown stones. Their team explains the 4Cs in plain English, helping you weigh sparkle, size and budget while aligning with your values.

Budget range and lead times

Budgets are tailored and quoted transparently at consultation, with timelines confirmed before you commit. As pieces are made to order, the team advises on scheduling, offers appointment booking in person or online, and keeps you updated by phone or WhatsApp throughout.

2. Jacqueline & Edward (ethical, handmade rings)

If your priority is a ring with a lighter footprint and a story you’re proud to tell, Jacqueline & Edward prioritise ethics from the ground up. Their collection focuses on UK handmade, sustainably sourced, ethical diamond engagement rings—ideal if you want handcrafted diamond rings that balance beauty with responsibility.

What they’re known for

They’re recognised for ethical engagement rings that are handmade in the UK and guided by sustainability. Expect considered designs with a natural, understated elegance and a clear emphasis on responsible materials and making.

• Ethical focus: Engagement rings created with sustainability front-of-mind
• UK handmade: Crafted by artisans in the UK
• Curated designs: A unique range of ethical diamond rings

Bespoke design and craftsmanship

While many arrive via their ready-to-choose styles, the emphasis is still on handcraft. Each ring is made with care—shaped, set and finished by skilled makers—so proportions, durability and everyday comfort are thoughtfully resolved.

• Handmade quality: Traditional bench skills over mass production
• Detail-led finishing: Neat settings and smooth, wear-ready profiles
• Client care: Clear communication from first enquiry to final polish

Ethics and diamond options

Their promise is simple: ethical diamond rings, sustainably sourced. If you’re weighing up sparkle, size and values, they’ll help you prioritise the 4Cs in a way that fits your brief and sustainability goals.

• Sustainably sourced: Materials and diamonds selected responsibly
• Value-led choices: Guidance to align budget, beauty and ethics

Budget range and lead times

Pricing varies by design and diamond quality, with quotes confirmed before you proceed. As pieces are handmade to order, lead times are scheduled at purchase—reach out early with your proposal date so the team can advise and keep your timeline on track.

3. James Newman Jewellery (Birmingham Jewellery Quarter)

From a workshop in the heart of the Birmingham Jewellery Quarter, James Newman Jewellery crafts artisan engagement, wedding and occasion rings with a distinctly handmade character. If you’re seeking handcrafted diamond rings with individuality and quiet refinement, this studio is a strong contender.

What they’re known for

Known for ethically made, unique handmade rings for men and women, every piece is designed and crafted in their Birmingham Jewellery Quarter workshop. Expect a maker-led approach that celebrates material, proportion and daily wear.

• Ethically made: An ethos of responsibility built into the making
• Handmade in Birmingham: Designed and crafted in-house
• For all genders: Engagement, wedding and occasion rings

Bespoke design and craftsmanship

Commissions are shaped around your ideas and lifestyle, then realised with traditional bench skills for long-term comfort and strength. The result is a ring that feels considered from every angle.

• Design guidance: Translate your brief into a coherent, wearable design
• Bench-made: Hand-shaped, set and finished in their workshop
• Built to last: Craft choices that balance beauty and durability

Ethics and diamond options

With “ethically made” at their core, the team can discuss responsible choices and help you select a diamond that fits your priorities across the 4Cs, style and budget.

• Responsibility-first: Ethical making informs materials and methods
• Diamond advice: Clear, value-led guidance on stone selection
• Metal pairing: Alloys chosen to complement your setting and lifestyle

Budget range and lead times

As with most maker studios, pieces are priced to design and quoted transparently after consultation. Timelines are confirmed up front—share your date early so the workshop can schedule your made-to-order ring with care.

• Transparent quotes: Costs confirmed before you commit
• Made to order: Lead times agreed at the outset
• Flexible routes: Collection or bespoke to suit budget and timeline

4. David Morris (luxury London jeweller)

For those seeking a statement of pure luxury, David Morris offers handcrafted diamond rings by “the London Jeweller.” Expect refined design, meticulous finishing and diamonds chosen for presence and fire—an elevated route if you want a classic silhouette executed to a high-luxury standard.

What they’re known for

David Morris is synonymous with handcrafted, luxury diamond engagement rings created by a leading London house. Collections feature timeless proportions and a choice of classic diamond cuts, suited to those who value sophistication and enduring style.

• Luxury focus: Handcrafted engagement rings by the London Jeweller
• Classic cuts: Round brilliant, cushion, oval and emerald cut
• Refined aesthetics: Elegant, timeless lines with a high-end finish

Bespoke design and craftsmanship

Craftsmanship sits front and centre. Pieces are made by skilled craftspeople with close attention to balance, comfort and longevity, whether you choose an existing design or look to tailor details to your preferences.

• Handcrafted settings: Precision-made for secure, long-term wear
• Proportion and comfort: Profile and balance considered from all angles
• Detail-first finishing: Polishing and setting to luxury standards

Ethics and diamond options

The emphasis is on material quality and exemplary setting. If provenance and sourcing are priorities, discuss your preferences when exploring diamonds; their selection spans sought-after shapes and a range of qualities to suit your brief.

• Curated stones: Choice across classic shapes and grades
• 4Cs guidance: Compare sparkle, size and character to match your vision
• Provenance questions welcome: Align choices with your values

Budget range and lead times

Positioned at the luxury end, pricing reflects premium materials and artisanal making. Lead times vary by design complexity and diamond availability, so plan ahead and confirm dates before you commit.

• Investment-level pricing: Luxury craft and stones
• Made to order: Timelines agreed at purchase
• Proposal-ready planning: Allow extra time for rarer cuts and settings

5. Austen & Blake (custom engagement rings)

If you’re browsing handcrafted diamond rings but want a simple, guided way to design your own, Austen & Blake’s custom-builder approach keeps things clear. You shape the look online, speak with jewellery experts when you need to, and receive a made-to-order ring tailored to your preferences.

What they’re known for

Austen & Blake specialise in custom engagement rings with an easy “build your own” journey. You choose the key elements—metal and diamond shape—then refine the details with support on hand if you want a second opinion.

• Custom builder: Design your ring by selecting metal and shape
• Expert support: Jewellery specialists available to help you decide
• Streamlined choices: A clear path from style selection to checkout

Bespoke design and craftsmanship

Once your design is confirmed, the ring is made to order, with attention paid to proportions, setting security and everyday comfort. The step-by-step process helps you lock in the details before the workshop gets started.

• Design sign-offs: Confirm key specs before production
• Made to order: Your chosen style produced to your brief
• Wearable finish: Balanced profiles and secure settings

Ethics and diamond options

If sourcing matters to you, raise provenance questions when selecting your stone. Their experts can help you prioritise the 4Cs and compare options so you balance sparkle, size and budget in a way that fits your values.

• 4Cs guidance: Practical advice on cut, colour, clarity and carat
• Provenance discussion: Ask about sourcing to match your priorities

Budget range and lead times

Costs vary by design and diamond selection; pricing is shown as you build and confirmed before you pay. As rings are produced to order, timelines are agreed at checkout—share your proposal date early so they can advise on scheduling.

• Transparent pricing: Live updates as you configure your ring
• Made-to-order timings: Lead times confirmed at purchase
• Plan ahead: Allow extra time for specific shapes or settings

6. 77 Diamonds (create-your-own specialist)

If you want control over every detail without losing the reassurance of expert making, 77 Diamonds is a clear pick. Their create-your-own experience lets you combine a setting with a diamond to suit your brief, or choose from ready-to-wear rings—ideal for shoppers who value clarity, speed and craftsmanship in equal measure.

What they’re known for

77 Diamonds is known for a smooth “create your own engagement ring” journey alongside a curated selection of ready-to-wear pieces. The focus is on choice, clear comparisons and high-quality diamonds, supported by a refined, modern aesthetic.

• Create-your-own: Pair a setting with your chosen diamond
• Ready-to-wear: Pre-designed rings for faster decisions
• Quality-first: High-quality diamonds and skilled finishing

Bespoke design and craftsmanship

Once you’ve configured your ring, their workshop produces it to order, with attention to clean lines, secure setting and everyday comfort. The process is designed to remove guesswork while keeping you in control of the key decisions.

• Design lock-in: Confirm specs before production begins
• Made to order: Your chosen elements assembled by jewellers
• Secure setting: Built for daily wear and long-term sparkle

Ethics and diamond options

You can filter by the 4Cs to match budget and look. If provenance matters, raise sourcing preferences during selection so your stone aligns with your values as well as your style.

• 4Cs filters: Compare cut, colour, clarity and carat with ease
• Provenance questions welcome: Align choices with your priorities
• Wide selection: Options to balance size, sparkle and spend

Budget range and lead times

Pricing updates live as you build, then is confirmed at checkout. Lead times vary—ready-to-wear can be quicker, while made-to-order depends on the setting and diamond you choose—so share any proposal date early.

• Transparent pricing: See costs change as you configure
• Timelines confirmed: Lead times agreed before you pay
• Plan ahead: Allow extra time for specific specs or tweaks

7. ROX (contemporary British jeweller)

ROX blends contemporary British style with hands-on craft: engagement rings are designed in their Argyll Arcade studio and handcrafted in their London workshop. If you want handcrafted diamond rings with a crisp, modern look and a boutique feel, this is a polished, fashion-forward choice.

What they’re known for

A refined, contemporary aesthetic backed by careful making. Designs are sketched and refined in Scotland, then brought to life by craftspeople in London—seamlessly pairing design flair with workshop precision. You can also buy online with flexible finance.

• Design in Scotland: Created in the Argyll Arcade studio
• Handcrafted in London: Made by specialists in their workshop
• Modern aesthetic: Clean, contemporary silhouettes
• Finance available: Options including 0% finance

Bespoke design and craftsmanship

Rings are meticulously crafted to suit the brief, with close attention to balance, comfort and setting security. Expect neat tolerances, smooth profiles and a quality of finish that holds up to daily wear.

• Design refinement: Proportions and profiles tuned before making
• Bench craftsmanship: Hand-setting and finishing for longevity
• Wearability: Comfort-focused edges and secure prong work

Ethics and diamond options

When selecting your diamond, you can discuss sourcing preferences and compare the 4Cs to align beauty, value and principles. Their team can help you choose a stone that fits your style and budget without compromising on sparkle.

• 4Cs guidance: Practical comparisons on cut, colour, clarity and carat
• Provenance discussion: Raise sourcing priorities during selection

Budget range and lead times

Prices vary by design and diamond choice, with clear costs shown as you browse. Timelines depend on the chosen setting and stone; confirm dates before purchase and allow extra time for specific specs or custom details.

• Clear pricing: View costs online as you configure
• Finance options: Including 0% finance (subject to availability)
• Timeline clarity: Lead times agreed up front; plan ahead

8. Diamond Heaven (bespoke ring builder)

Diamond Heaven makes designing a handcrafted diamond ring feel straightforward. Their online ring builder lets you choose a setting, refine the diamond, and see the result take shape—ideal if you want clarity, control and a made-to-order finish.

What they’re known for

They specialise in a “create your own” journey: design your bespoke engagement ring via their online builder, then receive it with customer-friendly fulfilment. It’s a clear, confidence-boosting path from idea to proposal-ready ring.

• Create-your-own builder: Design your bespoke engagement ring online
• Convenient fulfilment: Free delivery and 30-day returns

Bespoke design and craftsmanship

Once you confirm your configuration, the workshop produces your ring to order with attention to proportions, setting security and daily comfort. The step-by-step builder helps lock in the details before making begins.

• Made to order: Specs confirmed, then crafted to your brief

Ethics and diamond options

You can compare diamonds to balance size, sparkle and spend, using the 4Cs as your guide. If sourcing matters, ask about provenance so your choice aligns with your principles as well as your style.

• 4Cs-first selection: Compare options to fit your priorities

Budget range and lead times

Pricing updates as you build, so you always see how choices affect cost. Lead times are confirmed at checkout; free delivery and 30-day returns add peace of mind—share your date early to plan production.

• Transparent pricing: Live cost visibility while you configure
• Clear timelines: Delivery schedule agreed before you commit

Final thoughts

Handcrafted diamond rings are best when the maker, stone and setting reflect your taste, values and timeline. Use this shortlist to pick two or three studios, compare designs and quotes like-for-like, and confirm dates before you commit. Share your proposal date, ring size guesses and 4Cs priorities up front; ask about setting maintenance and resizing; and ensure the workshop will update you through making. That way you’ll enjoy the process and end up with a ring that wears beautifully, every day.

If you want a personal, guided experience in Hatton Garden with UK-made craft and ethical diamond choices, start with A Star Diamonds. Their family team can walk you from sketches to hand-setting, with lifetime resizing, polishing and cleaning, plus complimentary engraving. Book an appointment in person or online, bring your ideas and budget, and let a dedicated expert turn them into a proposal-ready ring with clarity and care.