Fine Jewellery Guides & Inspiration | Jacob Mercari

An engagement ring should feel personal. With the Jacob Mercari Engagement Ring Builder, you can explore settings, choose a centre stone and see how your choices shape the finished ring all from home.

You can take your time comparing designs and prices online. If you would like a second opinion, our Toronto team is available to help in person or virtually.

A custom engagement ring in Toronto can range from a few thousand dollars to significantly more depending on the centre stone, setting, metal and design. Learn what affects the price and how to create a beautiful ring within your budget.

Cathedral and non-cathedral engagement rings can look similar from above but feel very different from the side. Learn how each setting affects height, comfort, wedding-band fit, diamond presence and everyday wear.

One carat, six beautiful shapes. Discover how diamond shape, bezel setting and gold colour can help you choose the perfect lab-grown diamond pendant.

Diamond hoops can be subtle enough for every day or bold enough for a special occasion. This guide explains how diameter, total carat weight, setting, closure and metal affect the way a pair looks, feels and wears.

At Jacob Mercari, we help couples across Canada create engagement rings online while still providing the guidance and expertise of a personal jeweller.

Here are the most important things to consider before buying an engagement ring online.

Instead of filling your jewellery box with pieces you only wear once in a while, think of fine jewellery the way you might think about a great wardrobe: start with a few beautiful essentials, choose pieces that work together, and invest in designs you will genuinely enjoy wearing.

Trying to choose between a 1, 1.5 and 2 carat engagement ring? Compare how each size looks, how shape and setting affect its appearance, and which option best suits your style, lifestyle and budget.

A diamond tennis bracelet is one of the most timeless and versatile pieces of fine jewellery. Defined by a continuous row of individually set diamonds, it delivers elegant sparkle without feeling overly formal. It can be worn with an evening dress, a business wardrobe or a simple everyday outfit.

Platinum and gold are both beautiful, long-lasting precious metals, but each offers distinct advantages. Whether you prefer the naturally white appearance of platinum, the warmth of yellow or rose gold, or the polished elegance of white gold, understanding the differences can help you choose a ring that complements your style and lifestyle.

Few pieces of jewellery are as versatile as diamond stud earrings. Elegant, understated, and easy to wear, they add the perfect amount of sparkle to everything from casual outfits to formal looks. Lab-grown diamond studs offer the same beautiful appearance as natural diamond earrings while often allowing you to choose a larger size or higher-quality diamond within your budget.

A pendant can be the most personal piece in someone's jewellery box a diamond passed down, a symbol chosen for a milestone, a custom design built around a birthstone or initial. But even the most beautiful pendant can look wrong on the wrong chain. Length changes everything: where the pendant sits, how it catches light, and whether it gets lost in a neckline or becomes the room's focal point.