Ring Guidance Diamond Guidance Jewellery Guide

Design Basics

Jewellery is more than just an accessory. It reflects style, emotion, confidence, and individuality. Our design foundations explain the essential elements that shape fine jewellery. Whether it’s a dream engagement ring, a meaningful anniversary piece, or a bespoke heirloom, every creation begins with thoughtful design fundamentals rooted in artistry. With over 40 years of expertise, We are proud to have crafted bespoke jewellery for more than 12000 happy customers.

Ideal Metal

18K Yellow Gold: A timeless classic with rich warmth, our 18K yellow gold (75% pure) is carefully alloyed to enhance strength & brilliance.
Platinum: Naturally white and durable, platinum is approximately 60% denser than gold, making it an ideal choice for clients seeking longevity.
18K White Gold: Elegant & bright, our 18K white gold is finished with rhodium plating to achieve a refined contemporary appearance.
18K Rose Gold: Warm & romantic, rose gold continues to gain popularity among Australian brides. Trends show a 25 % year-on-year increase in sales.

Diamond Shape

Shape Choice: Round, oval, princess, pear, cushion, emerald, marquise, radiant, heart. Round brilliant cut remains a beloved choice in Australia.
Oval and Pear Shapes: Widely requested by our Sydney clients, Australia’s jewellery hub, for their elegance and ability to visually elongate the finger.
Marquise and Cushion Cuts: Seeing a comeback among clients seeking a mix of vintage inspiration and modern flair. Round brilliant cut remains a beloved choice in Australia.

Proportion & Balance

True luxury lies in balance. Our designs focus on harmony between stone size, band width, and overall silhouette.

Balanced centre stone calibrated so that the stone width typically occupies 50-60 % of the band.
Band widths are designed within a range of 1.8-2.4 mm for solitaire styles and 2.2-3.0 mm for diamond-set bands.
Smooth internal contours polished to a rounded profile, reducing pressure.

Setting Styles

Bezel Settings: Sleek modern protection where the gemstone is encircled by a continuous rim of metal.
3 Claw Setting: The three claw setting is a minimalist ring setting where three metal claws hold the centre gemstone.
4 Claw Setting: Precisely positioned four claws to secure the gemstone.
6 Claw Setting: The gemstone is secured by six evenly spaced metal claws.
Hidden halos and two-stone (Toi et Moi) rings: Continue to grow in popularity for their individuality and romantic symbolism.

PERSONALISATION

Custom jewellery becomes unforgettable when personal elements are woven into the design.

A hidden halo diamonds is placed beneath the centre stone and are visible only from certain angles. A discreet detail is chosen by nearly 40% of custom ring clients seeking subtle individuality.
Engraved initials, meaningful dates, or symbols add emotional depth, indicating that personal engravings increase sentimental value & long-term attachment by over 70%.

THE CRAFTSMANSHIP

More than 12,000 customers across Australia have entrusted us. We ensure that every piece passes through multiple stages of expert attention.

3D CAD modelling for precision, balance and design preview.
Master craftsmanship by seasoned bench jewellers.
Repeated quality checks including symmetry, polish, and stone security.
Final in-house finishing for durability and long-lasting lustre.

This disciplined process ensures every RCMJ piece meets exact standards of brilliance, proportion, strength, and comfort.

Design Consultation

Every custom piece begins with you. We engage in a detailed consultation to understand not only your preferences, but also your personality and lifestyle.

Visit our showroom for a tactile, one-on-one session. You can try on our full range of platinum and gold bands to see how different widths and diamond shapes look on your hand.
Connect with us from the comfort of your home, anywhere in Australia or abroad. Using virtual appointments, we guide you through collections.

Transform Your Existing Jewellery Into Something New

Do you have old jewellery sitting unworn in a drawer? At Robert Cliff Master Jewellers, we specialise in jewellery remodelling and custom jewellery redesign using your existing diamonds, gemstones and gold.

Whether you have an inherited ring, a broken piece of jewellery, an outdated design or sentimental diamonds you would love to wear again, our master jewellers can transform them into a beautiful new custom-made piece designed specifically for you.

Visit our showroom for a complimentary design consultation and discover how your existing jewellery can be reimagined into a stunning engagement ring, wedding ring, pendant, earrings or bespoke heirloom piece.

USE YOUR EXISTING DIAMONDS & GOLD

Bring in your old jewellery, inherited pieces, loose diamonds or unwanted gold and let our expert designers show you what's possible. We can remodel, redesign and handcraft a completely new piece while preserving the sentimental value of your original jewellery.