Teardrop Rutilated Quartz Engagement Ring Set in 14K White Gold

This rutilated quartz engagement ring set centers a teardrop natural rutilated quartz — clear-to-smoky quartz shot through with fine golden needles of rutile, like captured strands of sunlight — finished with vintage milgrain detailing and matched to a coordinating band, all in cool solid white gold. A truly one-of-a-kind, vintage-romantic alternative to a diamond.

The rutilated quartz

The teardrop (pear) center is a genuine natural rutilated quartz — transparent quartz naturally threaded with slender golden rutile needles that catch the light from within. Every stone's needle pattern is different, so yours will be unique. At about 7–7.5 Mohs it's durable for everyday wear. If you love unconventional, story-rich stones, our non-traditional engagement ring guide is a great read, and our gold jewelry care guide keeps the setting bright.

A two-piece set

Sold as a two-piece set; each ring can also be worn on its own. Explore more gemstone engagement rings and other gemstone rings.

The accents

Choose your side stones from the drop-down menu: moissanite (D color, 9.25 Mohs) or natural conflict-free diamond (G/H, I1, 10 Mohs), ~0.3ctw — brilliant white accents that set off the golden rutile.

Why solid white gold

This set is solid white gold — the metal itself, not plating or vermeil over a base metal. The cool white lets the golden needles read warm and vivid against the clear stone. The color is permanent: it won't wear off and won't turn your skin green. Choose your karat or platinum below; yellow or rose gold is available on request.

Choose your metal & karat

Select your metal from the drop-down — every ring in this set is solid precious metal throughout, never plated. Each option keeps the same cool white backdrop that makes the golden rutile glow.

• 10K white gold — 41.7% gold. The hardest and most scratch-resistant gold option, and the most affordable way into solid gold.
• 14K white gold — 58.3% gold. Our most popular choice: a lasting balance of purity, durability, and bright white color.
• 18K white gold — 75% gold. The purest, most luxurious gold option, with a rich, substantial feel.
• Platinum — about 95% pure, naturally white, hypoallergenic, and the most durable and enduring choice of all.

Not sure which to pick? Our 10K vs 14K vs 18K gold comparison guide breaks down the trade-offs in durability, color, and price.

Sizing & care

Rutilated quartz is about 7–7.5 Mohs — durable for daily wear. Clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush. Both rings should be ordered in the same size; please reference our sizing guide before ordering. An optional written appraisal can be added from the drop-down menu (non-refundable once completed).