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T H E
E N G A G E M E N T
C O L L E C T I O N
A S P R E Y, W I T H L O V E
SINCE 1781
For more than two hundred and twenty-five years,
Asprey has stood apart as the British standard in
fine gift giving and excellent service. For true admirers
of superior craftsmanship and quality, few sights
are as welcomed as a beautifully wrapped,
elegantly tied Asprey box.
FOREVER YOURS
In matters of the heart, there is little
decision-making. Love simply chooses you.
However, when selecting an engagement ring
that equals the importance of the moment,
expert guidance is essential. Since the 18th century,
Asprey has accompanied many a groom in making
the right decisions in fine jewellery.
Asprey experts evaluate the technical differences
between each diamond by using the accepted
grading known as the four C’s — colour, clarity, cut
and carat weight. The beauty of an Asprey diamond
engagement ring is defined by its timeless appeal,
superior quality and distinctive design.
Asprey offers some of the most important
diamonds in the world, with stones ranging in
size from 0.50 carat to the rare and
exceptional 50-carat stone.
THE ASPREY CUT DIAMOND
An exceptional diamond is worthy of
a very special treatment. Asprey has created
a diamond cut unique to the House:
The Asprey Cut.
Designed by world-renowned diamond
cutter Gabi Tolkowsky, the Asprey Cut holds and
reflects light and brilliance. It is a modern interpretation
of the cushion cut, where four ‘A’s are subtly illustrated
by the shape of the 61 facets.
THE 1842 COLLECTION
THE ASPREY CUT DIAMOND
Timeless solitaire settings mounted in plain platinum or pavé diamond band.
Micro set diamond surround; Pavé diamond V setting.
THE ASPREY PINK DIAMOND COLLECTION
Asprey cluster ring with oval cut diamond and pink diamond surround;
ASPREY CLUSTER
Lilibet ring with cushion cut diamond and pink diamond shoulder stones;
Cushion cut diamond with blue diamond cluster surround and pavé set band.
Asprey cluster ring with brilliant cut diamond and pink diamond surround.
A IS FOR ASPREY
THE SIGNATURE COLLECTION
Unique in detail, these solitaire diamond rings
have an ‘A’ element in the mount. Inspired by a 1930s
style from the Asprey archive, this mount has evolved
to become the iconic Asprey setting.
SIGNATURE COLLECTION
An elliptical shape with split shanks to gracefully transform
SIGNATURE COLLECTION
it into the Asprey 1930s oval ring.
The embrace pavé diamond mount.
LILIBET EMERALD CUT
SIGNATURE COLLECTION
Exquisite emerald cut diamond set with a cluster surround of white
Emerald cut set in signature split shank pavé diamond ring;
brilliant cut diamonds. Elegant pear-shape blue diamonds on each
Lilibet single stone-cushion cut diamond.
shoulder feature a cluster surround of blue brilliant cut diamonds.
THE PRINCESS CUT The square, clean cut captures and
TRILOGY Classic interpretations of the three stone setting.
radiates light within its intricate facets.
DECO MOUNT Emerald cut diamond surrounded
VICTORIAN MOUNT A hint of a bygone era,
by striking trapezoid cut diamonds.
the emerald cut diamond set with a fine border of diamonds.
UNIQUE CUTS & RARE COLOURS
With a proud tradition of handling
some of the world’s rarest natural gemstones,
Asprey is renowned for its magnificent jewellery.
Our in-house workshops, diamond cutting room
and experienced craftsmen allow Asprey to create
jewellery based on each client’s specifications.
Gemstones of the highest quality are carefully
selected and individual designs created
with our specialists.
VIVID EMERALD Extraordinary green emerald with diamond baguette shoulders.
ROYAL BLUE Natural sapphire in signature split shank pavé diamond setting.
MAJESTIC RUBY A single ruby flanked by two cushion
TRILOGY COLOUR Settings in all diamond or with natural sapphire.
cut diamonds with pavé diamond surrounds.
THE GOLDEN SUN
One of the finest vivid yellow diamonds
ever discovered, the brilliance of its colour and
flawless clarity is unsurpassed. 50.07 carats.
WEDDING AND ETERNITY BANDS
An everlasting declaration of devotion,
a band set with diamonds has traditionally been
given as an eternity ring. Today, the gem set band
can be worn as a wedding band, dress ring or on
its own — this timeless circle of diamonds
celebrates the eternity of your union.
COLOUR
CLARITY
Colourless to the untrained eye, diamonds can
It takes billions of years for each diamond to grow.
possess a faint tint that varies by stone, to some
Over this time, tiny pinpoint marks known as inclusions
degree. Each diamond’s colour is graded using the
can form inside the structure. This is natural in the
internationally recognised Gemological Institute
formation of a crystal and part of what makes each
of America System. It ranges from D (colourless and
diamond unique. Inclusions are so small that the stone
very rare) through to Z (a light yellow brown).
must be magnified with a 10x lens to find them.
Asprey offers only the finest white colour grades
The term ‘internally flawless’ is applied only
of diamonds from D to G.
to the very rare examples that possess no inclusions.
Asprey sells only diamonds of clarity VS2 or above
i.e. with very small inclusions.
C O LO U R L E S S
D
E
F
N E A R C O LO U R L E S S
G
H
I
J
FA I N T Y E L LO W
K
L
M
IF
INTERNALLY
FLAWLESS
V E R Y L I G H T Y E L LO W
N
O
P
Q
VVS 1 – VVS 2
VERY, VERY SLIGHTLY
INCLUDED
VS 1 – VS 2
VERY SLIGHTLY
INCLUDED
R
L I G H T Y E L LO W
S
T
U
V
W
X
Y
Z
SI 1 – SI 2
SLIGHTLY INCLUDED
11
12
IMPERFECT – EYE-VISIBLE
INCLUSIONS
13
CUT
CARAT
The particular shape of a diamond’s cut
The weight of a diamond is measured in carats,
affects the natural light and brilliance of the stone.
with one hundred points making up each carat - the
Part of the cutter’s skill is to find the cut that best
equivalent to 0.2 grams. Larger diamonds are more
unveils and enhances the dazzling fire within
expensive than smaller ones of the same quality,
each diamond. The shape of the diamond
simply because diamonds become rarer in proportion
is entirely dependent on personal preference.
to their weight. Each Asprey diamond above
The Asprey Cut diamond is a modern interpretation
0.50 carats (50 points) comes with its individual
of the cushion cut. It is illustrated here
Gemological Institute of America report.
with other sought after shapes.
ASPREY CUT
BRILLIANT
PEAR
EMERALD
PRINCESS
OVAL
HEART
MARQUISE
0.50ct
1ct
1.50 –1.75ct
2ct
3ct
4ct
5ct
6ct
7ct
“I can resist
everything except
temptation.”
oscar wilde
THE PERFECT DIAMOND
This round brilliant stone is perfect in colour and internally flawless.
THE ART OF GIVING
Our flagship stores have highly qualified
jewellery specialists to assist you
in selecting just the right ring for this
most special occasion.
Once your ring is chosen, Asprey can
engrave a date, initials or individual avowal. With its
extensive in-house workshops, diamond cutting room
and expert designers and craftsmen, Asprey offers
unrivalled bespoke jewellery services.
Our Gift Registry for the bride
is available to create a gift list from the
Asprey collections of silver, china, crystal,
leather goods and games.
We delight in making every aspect of gift giving
pleasurable, effortless and ultimately, memorable.
NOTES
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