This is a fantastic budget-range to optimise, and your extra effort will pay off surprisingly well. Engagement rings simply look nicer when setting with a larger center diamond. That’s why most designs you’ll cross paths with on Instagram or Google Images will be set with diamonds up to 3,00ct in weight. You’re in a range … Continue reading Optimising your R70 000 Diamond Engagement Ring Budget
First of all, you’ll notice we’re not a store. You’ll be strolling into a busy, but relaxed, studio with diamond consultants, jewellery designers and goldsmiths doing what they do best. We’ll offer you some coffee, worth saying yes to, and then you’ll be joined by a knowledgeable consultant and/or designer for a session.
The two most popular engagement ring styles at this stage are simple solitaires… and intricate vintage designs. Polar opposites. I nabbed our head of design and one of his team members for some good old feedback on common questions in the realm for vintage engagement ring design. Both have done stellar jobs at creating … Continue reading All Your Vintage Engagement Ring Questions Answered. (Interview)
Finding that special someone who you wish to share your journey with should never be taken for granted. You’re in a very fortunate position. Pairing up your proposal with the perfect engagement ring will upgrade that moment to a highlight of anyone’s life. And I’m sure that’s what you’re aiming for.
“The Iulia is a timeless and evergreen design and your go-to design when you want a ring that is a little fuller without being bulky. The split flows down from the centre stone. The ring is tied together with a delicate touch of detail under the centre stone. The Iulia is fully customisable, so if you want to chat about any changes you’re more than welcome to reach out via info@poggenpoel.com ” – K.N (designer)
Our Iulia engagement ring set is displayed here with;
– Centre Diamond; 0.90ct Cushion Cut Diamond (excluded from price). As with most designs, our Iulia can be manufactured for a broad range of budgets. As your budget increases, we can improve the size and quality of the centre diamonds we offer. Click here to view diamond options.
– Additional Diamonds; ±0,20ct VS/SI-clarity that will be perfectly colour-matched to your choice of centre stone. (Included in displayed price)

1.) Contact us and speak with a diamond consultant who will explain and advise on the available options within your designated specification or budget. You’ll also be invited for a cup of coffee at our jewellery studio.
2.) Browse our current diamond specials online. (These deals are excellent).
3.) Join our Diamond Deals newsletter and receive exclusive weekly deals a few days before they are listed in our Specials section.
Being in the diamond and jewellery trade for many years, I’ve grown to be sensitive to trends, both micro and large. And let me tell you solitaires are trending stronger than we’ve ever seen. Being intrigued by this we’ve been having countless chats with visitors to understand why the classic solitaire is as appealing as … Continue reading 5 Great Reasons To Choose A Solitaire Engagement Ring.
Personally, I’m a fanboy of custom engagement rings. Around 70% of the projects we undertake are customised designs of some sort, and if this number seems large – it is. We recommend our custom route every day of the week wholeheartedly.