A 1 carat marquise diamond ring that grows like something out of an enchanted forest: an approx. 1 carat IGI-certified lab-grown diamond rising from split branch shoulders, with marquise lab-grown diamond accents set as leaves along engraved twig details — all in Solid Yellow Gold · 10K / 14K / 18K.
IGI-Certified Lab Diamond
D Color / VVS Clarity
Approx. 1 Carat Center
Solid Yellow Gold · 10K / 14K / 18K
Leaf & Branch Design
Made to Order
Leaves Along the Branch
The band divides at the shoulders like a branch splitting in two, and along each path, marquise-cut diamonds sit angled like new leaves — echoing the shape of the center stone in miniature. Engraved leaf textures run along the gold between them. The whole ring reads as one living stem crowned by a single luminous bud: an elvish, woodland take on the marquise cut diamond ring.
The Lab-Grown Diamond: Approx. 1 Carat, D Color, VVS, IGI Certified
The center is a genuine lab-grown diamond — chemically, physically, and optically identical to a mined diamond, simply created under lab conditions — in an elongated marquise cut of approximately 1 carat. At D color it is completely colorless, and at VVS clarity any inclusions are invisible to the naked eye. The leaf accents are marquise lab-grown diamonds as well, so the brilliance is continuous from stem to crown.
Every ring ships with its certificate from IGI, the International Gemological Institute, independently documenting the diamond's cut, color, clarity, and exact carat weight. For a plain-English overview of how these stones are grown and graded, read our complete guide to lab-grown diamonds.
Why the Marquise Cut
The marquise has the largest face-up spread of any diamond cut per carat — a 1 carat marquise looks remarkably generous on the hand, its pointed silhouette elongating the finger. Its leaf-like shape is also the reason this design works: center and accents share one botanical form.
Choose your gold: 10K, 14K, or 18K solid yellow gold
Cast in solid yellow gold — no plating, no vermeil, nothing to wear away — in your choice of karat, selected from the drop-down. Pick 10K for the most durable and most affordable option; 14K for the classic balance of warmth and strength (our default, and the most popular choice); or 18K for the highest gold content and the richest, deepest color. Every karat is solid gold all the way through, the yellow color is permanent, and it will never turn skin green. Not sure which to pick? Our 10K vs 14K vs 18K gold karat comparison guide walks through the trade-offs. Yellow gold is shown here; other colors are available on request.
The warm gold makes the engraved leaves glow, and sets off a D-color diamond by contrast. This piece belongs to our lab-grown diamond engagement rings and leaf engagement rings collections, alongside our wider solid gold engagement rings range.
Why Partners Choose This Ring
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True diamond, verified — IGI certification documents the D color, VVS clarity, and exact carat weight in writing.
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A living design — leaves, branches, and vines symbolizing love that keeps growing.
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Matching stones throughout — diamond center and marquise diamond leaf accents.
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Conflict-free by design — lab-grown stones, ethically sourced materials.
Prefer maximum fire at a more accessible price? The same design comes with a GRA-certified moissanite center — and for the botanical style with a softer center shape, see our oval lab-grown diamond leaf & vine ring.
Specifications
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Center stone: Marquise cut lab-grown diamond, approx. 1 carat, D color, VVS clarity
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Certificate: IGI certificate included (exact carat weight documented)
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Accent stones: Marquise lab-grown diamonds, set as leaves on the shoulders
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Metal: Solid yellow gold — 10K, 14K, or 18K, selected from the drop-down
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Design family: Leaf & branch motif, split twig shoulders, engraved foliage
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Production: Made to order, 2–6 weeks
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Presentation: Free luxury velvet jewelry box
Care & Craftsmanship
Each ring is made to order over 2–6 weeks — cast, set, and finished for your order specifically. Diamond and solid gold ask very little: warm water, mild soap, and a soft brush restore full brilliance. Store the ring in its velvet box when not worn, and remove it before heavy lifting or abrasive work.
1 Carat Marquise Diamond Ring FAQs
Is this a real diamond?
Yes — the center is a genuine lab-grown diamond, chemically, physically, and optically identical to a mined diamond. It is not a simulant like cubic zirconia; it is true diamond, created under lab conditions.
How big is the center stone?
The marquise center is approximately 1 carat. Because each ring is made to order, the exact carat weight of your diamond is documented on the IGI certificate included with your ring.
What does IGI certified mean?
IGI (the International Gemological Institute) is an independent gemological laboratory. Your diamond's D color, VVS clarity, cut, and exact carat weight are graded and documented on the IGI certificate included with your ring.
Are the accent stones diamonds too?
Yes — the leaf accents are marquise-cut lab-grown diamonds, matching the center stone throughout the ring.
What does the leaf and branch design symbolize?
Leaves and branches represent growth, renewal, and a love that keeps putting out new shoots season after season — the vine has symbolized enduring devotion since antiquity.
Which metal should I choose?
It comes down to your priorities. 10K is the most durable and most budget-friendly; 14K is our most popular choice, balancing everyday durability with rich color; 18K has the highest gold content and the deepest yellow warmth. All three are solid gold throughout, in your chosen karat. Our 10K vs 14K vs 18K karat comparison guide breaks down the differences in detail.
Will a lab-grown diamond pass a diamond tester?
Yes — because it is a diamond. Lab-grown diamonds have the same thermal and electrical properties as mined diamonds and test as diamond on any standard tester.
Is a lab-grown diamond worth less than a mined one?
Lab-grown diamonds cost significantly less at purchase while being physically identical — a larger, higher-grade stone for the same budget, with independent IGI certification.
Will the diamond cloud or dull over time?
No. Diamond is a perfect 10 on the Mohs hardness scale — the hardest material in jewelry. Its brilliance is permanent with basic care.
Is this an elvish or fairy style ring?
Very much so — the split branch shoulders, leaf-set diamonds, and engraved foliage give it a woodland, elvish character straight from a fantasy forest, while remaining a timeless fine-jewelry piece.
Is this real solid gold?
Yes — this ring is solid gold throughout in your chosen karat (10K, 14K, or 18K), never plated or filled. Solid gold is the standard for heirloom jewelry: durable, solid throughout, with no plating to wear away, and it will never turn skin green.
How long does made to order take?
Each ring is cast and set to order over 2–6 weeks. You'll receive tracking as soon as your ring ships.
Is this ring conflict-free?
Yes. Lab-grown diamonds are inherently conflict-free, and all materials are ethically sourced.
Does it come with moissanite instead?
Yes — the identical design is available with a GRA-certified approx. 1 carat moissanite center and marquise moissanite leaf accents at a more accessible price.
