Toi Et Moi Natural Diamond Engagement Rings
Toi et Moi natural diamond engagement rings in 18K solid gold, every centre stone GIA-certified. Toi et Moi (you and me) is a two-stone setting where two diamonds sit side by side, often in different shapes.
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A Toi et Moi engagement ring is the right choice when anyone who wants a meaningful, less conventional engagement ring with a story behind the design. The shape sets the entire visual character of the ring, and the Toi et Moi is one of the most distinctive choices you can make.
Toi et Moi (you and me) is a two-stone setting where two diamonds sit side by side, often in different shapes. It is one of the oldest engagement ring traditions , Napoleon proposed to Joséphine with a Toi et Moi. And has come back into fashion in the last decade.
Best settings for a Toi et Moi centre stone
Each stone is held in its own prong setting; the bands twist or angle to bring the stones together. A solitaire lets the Toi et Moi do everything; a halo adds a frame of smaller diamonds and makes the centre look 25–30% larger; a three stone setting flanks the centre with two accent diamonds.
What to expect on the finger
Toi et Moi rings often pair two 0.75–1 ct stones, giving 1.5–2 tcw across the design. Most Riyanika customers choose between 1 ct and 2 ct for a Toi et Moi centre. Natural diamonds carry the provenance of a mined stone, with the long-term resale floor and tradition that come with a Kimberley-Process-certified earth-mined diamond.
Natural Diamond centre stones
Every centre stone above 0.30 ct is GIA-certified, Kimberley Process compliant, and traceable back to the mine of origin. Every ring is built in 18K solid gold (yellow, white or rose), hand-finished and hallmarked in our workshop. For the full natural diamond engagement ring range across all shapes, see our main natural diamond engagement ring collection.
What comes with the ring
The original GIA grading report, a formal appraisal for insurance, one free resize within 60 days, and lifetime cleaning and prong checks. Every ring ships in a signature Riyanika box.
Bespoke
Not seeing the exact combination you want? Every Riyanika engagement ring can be made bespoke at no extra cost. Start your design here and we will send a CAD render for your approval before any gold is cut.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big does a 1 ct Toi et Moi diamond look?
Toi et Moi rings often pair two 0.75–1 ct stones, giving 1.5–2 tcw across the design. On an average size 6 finger this reads as a confident, well-proportioned centre stone.
Is a Toi et Moi diamond more expensive than a round?
Round brilliants typically cost 15–25% more than fancy shapes (oval, emerald, pear, cushion, etc.) at the same carat weight and grade. The premium reflects how much rough diamond is wasted to cut a round vs a fancy shape.
What setting works best with a Toi et Moi cut?
Each stone is held in its own prong setting; the bands twist or angle to bring the stones together. A solitaire is the most popular for letting the shape speak for itself; a halo is the most popular for making the centre look larger.
Are natural diamond Toi et Moi diamonds GIA-certified?
Every centre stone above 0.30 ct is GIA-certified, Kimberley Process compliant, and traceable back to the mine of origin.
Can I customise this ring?
Yes. Every Riyanika engagement ring can be made bespoke at no extra cost on most designs. We will send a CAD render before any gold is cut.
How do I care for a Toi et Moi engagement ring?
Clean at home once a month with warm water, mild washing-up liquid, and a soft toothbrush. Bring the ring in once a year for a professional clean and prong check (free for life at Riyanika). Take the ring off for the gym, swimming, and gardening.