Toi et Moi

Description

You and me. Two stones. Two shapes. Two completely different kinds of light — held together on a single ring because that is what love actually looks like.

Toi et Moi — French for “you and me” — is one of the most historically significant engagement ring styles in the world. Napoleon gave Joséphine a toi et moi ring in 1796. The style places two stones side by side, each one distinct, each one complete, together making something that neither could be alone. Nuraan’s Toi et Moi pairs a 3-carat emerald-cut moissanite with two flanking 1.5-carat trillion-cut moissanites — 6 carats in total, D colour, VVS1 clarity across every stone. Three cuts of light. One ring. Rs. 52,800 on sale from Rs. 68,900.

What you are buying

• Centre stone: Emerald-cut moissanite — 3 carats, D colour, VVS1 clarity
• Accent stones: 1 trillion-cut (triangular) moissanites — 2 carats, D colour, VVS1 clarity
• Total carat weight: 6 carats D VVS1
• Metal: Solid 925 sterling silver with rhodium plating
• Advance required: Rs. 2,000 advance to begin production — contact +923207906077 on WhatsApp before ordering
• Sizes: 16mm · 17mm · 18mm · 19mm — made to your exact size
• Made to order: Handcrafted in Karachi — allow 12–16 business days after advance is received
• Exchange policy: 30-day exchange on non-customised pieces
• Lifetime replating: Free rhodium replating for life — no charge, ever

The emerald cut and the trillion — two stones that were designed for each other

The emerald cut is about depth and restraint. Its rectangular step facets create long, still corridors of reflected light — calm, architectural, sophisticated. The stone pulls you inward and holds you there. The trillion cut is about something else entirely. Its triangular form and brilliant-style faceting produce sharp, radiating flashes that scatter light outward in every direction at once — vivid, energetic, alive. Together, these two cuts create a ring where the eye moves constantly between depth and fire, stillness and movement, without either quality overpowering the other. The emerald cut and the trillion are not competing. They are answering each other. This contrast is what makes a toi et moi ring with these two specific cuts so visually compelling — and why no single-stone ring can quite replicate what happens when you put them side by side on the same hand.

Why 6 carats changes everything

At 3 carats, the emerald-cut centre stone already has commanding presence — long enough to cover a significant portion of the finger, deep enough to fill with reflected light. The 2-carat trillion flanks extend the ring’s visual width across the finger, adding drama and dimension to either side without making the piece feel heavy or excessive. At 6 carats total, the Toi et Moi is one of the most substantial moissanite engagement rings available in Pakistan at this price point. The rhodium-plated sterling silver band keeps the profile clean — every gram of visual weight belongs to the stones, not the metal. Rs. 52,800. There is nothing else at this carat weight, at this grade, at this price in Pakistan.

The history of the toi et moi style

The toi et moi predates the modern engagement ring convention by over two centuries. The most famous example is the ring Napoleon Bonaparte gave to Joséphine de Beauharnais on their engagement in 1796 — a pear sapphire and a pear diamond, side by side on a simple gold band. The ring sold at auction in 2013 for over €949,000. The style has since been worn by Ariana Grande, Emily Ratajkowski, and Kylie Jenner. Its endurance is not a trend. It is a recognition of a truth that two centuries of wearers have understood: two distinct things, placed beside each other, can say more than any single statement ever could. The Nuraan Toi et Moi carries this history in its structure — with emerald cut and trillion moissanite in place of the original stones, but the meaning entirely unchanged.

The Rs. 2,000 advance — what to know before ordering

The Toi et Moi features three fancy-cut moissanite stones — one emerald cut and two trillion cuts — all requiring individual sourcing to meet the D VVS1 specification at the correct carat weights. Nuraan requires a Rs. 2,000 advance to begin this sourcing and initiate production. The remaining Rs. 50,800 is due on delivery. Contact Nuraan on WhatsApp at +923207906077 before placing your order — the team will confirm availability, collect the advance, and give you a firm production date.

Care instructions

Store in the Nuraan box when not wearing. Apply perfume and lotion before putting the ring on — never spray directly on silver or stones. Wipe gently with a soft dry cloth after each wear. Keep away from pools, cleaning products, and prolonged moisture. Nuraan’s lifetime rhodium replating guarantee covers the finish for life at no charge — contact +923207906077 any time for a refresh.

Frequently asked questions

What does toi et moi mean?

Toi et moi is French for “you and me.” It refers to a two-stone engagement ring style where each stone represents one person in a relationship — distinct yet inseparable. The style dates to 18th century Europe and remains one of the most symbolically loaded ring designs ever made.

Are all three stones D VVS1?

Yes. The centre 3-carat emerald cut and both 2 carat trillion flanks are D colour (completely colourless) and VVS1 clarity (inclusions invisible under 10x magnification). This is the same specification Nuraan uses across its entire moissanite collection — no lower grade is used or offered.

Is the trillion cut a brilliant or a step cut?

Brilliant cut. The trillion (also called triangular brilliant) is faceted like a brilliant cut but in a triangular shape — it produces radiating flashes of intense fire and significant light scatter. This is what makes the contrast with the emerald cut (a step cut) so striking: two completely different optical behaviours on the same ring. The emerald cut holds light in still corridors; the trillion scatters it outward in every direction. Together they are never boring.

Is this ring suitable as an engagement ring?

It is one of Nuraan’s most requested engagement ring styles. The toi et moi design carries centuries of romantic history, the stone combination is visually extraordinary at 6 carats total, and the price — Rs. 52,800 on sale — represents genuine value for what the ring is. For the person who wants an engagement ring that carries meaning, presence, and a story worth telling — this is it.

Can I get custom engraving on this ring?

Yes. Nuraan offers custom engraving on this piece. Customised pieces are non-exchangeable and non-refundable. An additional deposit applies. Contact +923207906077 on WhatsApp to discuss before ordering.

How long does delivery take in Pakistan?

After the Rs. 2,000 advance is received, production takes 12–16 business days. Delivery across Pakistan takes 3–5 weeks. WhatsApp updates throughout. Contact +923207906077 for urgent timelines and all enquiries.