The classic, ever-popular 1 Carat Diamond Ring is an incredibly popular choice for a lot of couples. Around 65% of engagement rings are 1ct, and for good reason – having a full, 1ct stone is a milestone that feels like an achievement. This size of a diamond also looks beautiful with almost any shape and makes for the perfect foundation on which to build your own ring.

But it’s important to remember that the number ‘carat’ is actually a measurement of weight, not size – two diamonds with identical carats can look very different due to their shape and cut. So if you have a particular size in mind, it’s worth examining diamond shapes with ideal proportions to see how they’ll appear.

1 Carat Diamond Rings: Classic Beauty for Any Budget

1 carat diamonds are very well suited to a wide range of styles, including sophisticated solitaires, intricate pave diamond bands, and three stone rings. The key is to find a setting that complements the beauty of your diamond and suits your partner’s style.

For your convenience, we’ve paired a range of diamonds of all different grades with their corresponding ring settings to give you an idea of what different sizes will look like on your hand. This tool is a great way to visualize how the diamonds in our collection will look with various different ring sizes and band widths. You can even mix and match different ring styles to see how they would look with various diamond shapes.