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1. Start with a Ring Design
Choose an engagement ring design that speaks to you. The process begins starting from a signature collection, your preferred diamond shape, or the classic ring style like solitaire or halo.
2. Choose your Diamond
Our online curation of lab-grown and natural diamonds makes for a seamless experience. Updated in real-time for ultimate cut, carat, clarity, and colour with certified ethical provenance.
3. Finalize the Details
Select a hue of solid gold of recycled origin or sustainable platinum and personalize further by including a meaningful engraving.
Made in Montreal, Canada
Every Ecksand engagement ring is shaped through a fully vertical process: imagined, engineered, and handcrafted within our integrated Montreal atelier from first sketch to final polish. This disciplined approach is the foundation of our craft, a sense of presence that feels unmistakably Ecksand.
It’s this commitment to true in-house creation that earned Ecksand the Canadian National Hallmark, a rare designation awarded to only 108 companies in its four decades of existence, affirming the authenticity, integrity, and artistry behind every jewel we’ve crafted since 2009.
Meet with a Bridal Expert
Connect with our Client Advisors, in person or online, for a one-on-one session dedicated to refining and personalizing your signature ring.
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Non-Traditional Engagement Rings
For those who resist the expected, Ecksand's non-traditional engagement rings offer a bold reinterpretation of what it means to commit. This collection is designed for modern romantics who want their engagement ring to reflect individuality, personal style, and intention; not convention.
Explore alternative engagement rings that feature unexpected gemstones, unique settings, and asymmetrical silhouettes - all handcrafted from recycled gold and sustainable materials. From non-diamond engagement rings starring sapphires, emeralds, or spinels, to sculptural designs that break from tradition, each piece offers a fresh perspective on love's most iconic symbol.
These unconventional engagement rings challenge outdated norms, offering couples a new way to say "yes" - one that feels personal and sustainable. Whether you're drawn to a vintage-inspired shape or a minimal ring set with colored stones, these untraditional engagement rings are anything but ordinary.
Designed in our Montreal atelier with ethics and elegance at their core, these rings celebrate a legacy without compromise. For the rebels, the artists, and the trailblazers - discover non-traditional engagement rings that reflect who you are and what you stand for.
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