The short answer: Cork buyers can commission a bespoke engagement ring from our Manchester workshop online, approve the design in writing and receive it by insured, tracked FedEx delivery. Import duty and taxes are paid by the customer, and our standard making time is 5 to 6 weeks, varying with location and how busy we are.
Cork is Ireland's second city, with harbours, markets and a strong local pride. Couples there often want a ring that feels personal.
Same time zone, easy conversations
Cork shares the UK's time zone, so video consultations fit any working day or evening. That makes it easy to refine a design in a few short calls, and to look at stones together on video in daylight.
Shipping to Ireland
Parcels from the UK go through customs. Import duty and taxes are paid by the customer. Rules can change, and we explain what to expect for your order. Our guide to shipping a UK ring to Ireland covers the detail.
A ring for coastal life
If weekends mean the sea, boats or windswept walks, take the ring off for the water and rinse it afterwards if it has been in salt. See beach holiday ring care.
Design ideas
Some Cork couples choose a classic solitaire with a plain band, others add a small coloured stone with personal meaning. Ask us about a hidden detail, such as a message inside the band. See engagement ring setting types.
Irish touches
Some couples like a quiet nod to home: a Celtic knot worked into the gallery under the stone, a green stone on the inside of the band, or coordinates of a meaningful place engraved inside. These details sit out of sight, so the ring still looks clean and modern. Our guide to Irish ring traditions beyond the Claddagh has more ideas.
Natural or lab grown
Both are real diamonds, and we label each clearly. Some couples choose a lab grown stone for a larger size within the same budget. Browse diamonds.
Planning the wedding bands too
If you already know you want matching wedding bands, mention it at the start. Designing the engagement ring with the band in mind means the two can sit flush, and the band can echo a detail from the ring, such as the same milgrain edge or a hidden stone. Our guide to Irish wedding jewellery traditions has ideas for both.
Process
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Design | Sketch and render, refined with you. |
| Approval | In writing, before making. |
| Making | Standard 5 to 6 weeks, varying with location and how busy we are. |
| Delivery | Insured and tracked with FedEx. |
Timing for a Christmas or New Year proposal
Winter is a popular time to propose, and couriers and customs are busy in December. Start in early autumn if you can, and allow a margin for delivery. Our guide to when to order for a Christmas proposal in Ireland walks through the dates.
Sizing
Irish sizes commonly use letters, as in the UK. Include a millimetre measurement, and measure at room temperature, since fingers shrink in the cold.
Proposal ideas
Harbour views, a cliff walk or a quiet beach in West Cork all work. Check tides and access, and keep the ring in a zipped pocket until the moment.
See proposing in Cork and West Cork and written approval. Pieces start from £600.
Frequently asked questions
Can I add a message inside the band? Talk to us about options.
Who pays duty? The customer.
Can we speak in the evening? Yes.
Can you add a Celtic detail? Yes, for example in the gallery or inside the band.
Can you design the wedding bands at the same time? Yes, and it helps the two sit together well.
Do I need to visit Manchester? No, we work by video consultation and message.