Kite Cut Natural Tanzanite Bezel Engagement Ring Set in 14K White Gold

Architecture and gemstone in one gesture: this tanzanite engagement ring set frames a kite-cut natural tanzanite — a full 6×10 mm and approximately 1.4 carats — inside a sleek, protective bezel of solid white gold or platinum. A matched chevron wedding band echoes the stone’s angles, and both rings carry your choice of moissanite or natural diamond accents.

The geometry of a kite cut

The kite cut is a modern shape with an old confidence: four sides, two long and two short, meeting at a proud vertical point. On this tanzanite it stretches the stone to 10 mm of finger coverage while keeping the silhouette crisp and directional — more compass needle than teardrop. It flatters the hand the way elongated cuts do, but with an angular character that reads unmistakably contemporary. If sharp lines are your language, our kite cut engagement rings and geometric engagement rings collections speak it fluently.

Why a bezel is the smartest home for tanzanite

A bezel setting runs a continuous rim of solid metal around the stone’s entire outline. On a kite cut it does double duty: it shields the pointed corners — the most vulnerable part of any angular stone — and it draws a clean metallic frame that makes the blue-violet center look inked in place. There are no prongs to snag on knitwear, no exposed edges to worry about, which makes this the most wearable way to carry a softer gemstone through daily life. Compare setting styles in our guide to engagement ring styles and setting types, or browse the whole family of bezel-set engagement rings.

A gemstone from a single hillside

Natural tanzanite comes from one deposit in northern Tanzania and nowhere else — a geographic accident that makes every stone a small rarity. Its signature color sits between blue and violet and shifts with the light around it: cooler by day, warmer by candlelight. As the December birthstone, it carries special weight for winter engagements. Our tanzanite meaning guide tells the stone’s story in full, and you can see its range across our tanzanite engagement rings.

Solid white gold or platinum

Every option is crafted in solid, hallmark-quality precious metal — never plated. Select from the drop-down menu:

• 10K white gold — the hardest and most affordable of the white golds, with the greatest everyday scratch resistance.
• 14K white gold — our most popular all-rounder, balancing durability, gold content, and value.
• 18K white gold — the richest gold content for a luxuriously substantial feel.
• Platinum — naturally white, the densest choice, and hypoallergenic for sensitive skin.

Yellow gold and rose gold are also available on request. Our 10K vs 14K vs 18K karat guide breaks down the differences so you can choose with confidence.

Choose your accent stones

• Moissanite — color D, clarity VVS1, hardness 9 on the Mohs scale, with fire that outplays its size.
• Natural diamond — conflict-free, color G/H, clarity I1 (eye clean), hardness 10 on the Mohs scale.

Specifications

Sizing & care

Tanzanite measures 6.0–7.0 on the Mohs hardness scale, and the bezel setting is already doing much of the protective work — but treat the stone kindly all the same. Take the set off for workouts, gardening, and contact with household chemicals, and clean it with warm water, mild soap, and a soft brush rather than ultrasonic or steam cleaners.

Sizing can vary up to half a size between jewelers’ sizers and mandrels, so please check our ring sizing guide before ordering. Each set is made to order and takes 3–5 weeks to be handmade for you; requested modifications may adjust production timelines and pricing. Complimentary engraving of up to 16 characters, a free luxury ring box, and free USA shipping are included, and an optional appraisal can be added from the drop-down menu (non-refundable once performed).