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2.5ct Oval Lab Grown Diamond Bezel Engagement Ring – 14K Yellow Gold IGI

IGI certified E VVS2 oval diamond in a protective bezel setting with fast delivery.

OvalYellow GoldIGI Certified2ct

The client came to us with a mood board that spoke in soft neutrals and natural light cream peonies, linen ribbons, sunlit stone, and warm brass geometry. She wanted a ring that felt equally understated and refined, something that could hold its own beside quiet elegance rather than demand attention. We guided her toward a 2.5-carat oval lab-grown diamond in E color and VVS2 clarity, set in a full bezel of 14k yellow gold. The bezel echoed the clean lines and warm metal tones from her inspiration, while the oval's elongated proportions mirrored the organic shapes she favored. The result is a solitaire that feels both modern and timeless, with the kind of presence that doesn't need embellishment.

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Specifications

Carat2.50 ct

ShapeOval

Metal14K Yellow Gold

ColorE

ClarityVVS2

CertificationIGI

The Journey

From idea to finished piece

01

Brief

The client arrived with a carefully curated mood board that told us everything we needed to know. Cream peonies, linen ribbons, sunlit stone, and warm brass geometry formed a visual language of quiet luxury. She described wanting a ring that felt equally understated and refined, something that could hold its own beside her aesthetic rather than compete with it. The through-line was clear: clean architecture, warm metal tones, and organic shapes that felt effortless rather than constructed. She was drawn to the idea of a bezel setting for its modern simplicity and the protection it offered.

02

3D render

Once the oval diamond and bezel concept were confirmed, we moved into digital modeling to visualize proportions and metal flow. The renders explored bezel wall thickness, band taper, and how the 14k yellow gold would wrap the stone's perimeter without overwhelming its elongated profile. We refined the transition between bezel cup and shank, ensuring the design maintained its clean, uninterrupted silhouette from every angle. She approved a version where metal and stone felt balanced, neither competing for dominance, and the oval's length remained the visual anchor.

03

Stone selection

We sourced an IGI-certified oval lab-grown diamond at 2.5 carats with E color and VVS2 clarity, graded Excellent in cut. The E color fell at the upper end of the near-colorless range, ensuring no warmth would compete with the yellow gold, while the VVS2 clarity guaranteed exceptional transparency under any light. The oval cut was chosen for its elongated elegance and light return, amplifying the organic, feminine quality she drew from her mood board without veering into ornate territory.

04

Setting

The bezel setting was formed in solid 14k yellow gold, encircling the oval diamond in a seamless band of metal that both protected the stone and amplified its warmth. This style eliminated prongs entirely, creating a low profile that sat flush against the hand and moved comfortably through daily wear. The gold was polished to a soft luster, allowing the E color diamond to float within its frame without distraction. The result was a solitaire with architectural presence and tactile ease.

05

Final

The finished ring arrived as a study in restrained luxury. The 2.5-carat oval sat flush within its yellow gold bezel, catching light with each subtle turn of the hand. The setting's smooth perimeter felt substantial but never heavy, and the warm metal cast a gentle glow against the near-colorless diamond. It was exactly what the mood board promised: a piece that whispered rather than shouted, elegant without trying, built to last a lifetime of quiet, everyday wear.

"I wanted something that felt modern without being trendy, and the bezel setting in yellow gold was exactly right. The oval diamond catches light from every angle, and I'm constantly noticing how it sparkles even in dim restaurant lighting. Working with the jeweler was straightforward they answered my questions about lab-grown versus mined without any pressure, and helped me understand why the E color made sense for a yellow gold setting. The ring arrived exactly as described, and I've been wearing it nonstop for three weeks now. It's substantial but comfortable. "

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Maddox Stone

Portland · 12/05/2026