Engagement Rings
What Is a Channel Setting on an Engagement Ring?
A channel setting is a row of accent stones set into a grooved channel and laid edge to edge. GIA says this design protects the gemstones, and calls it a...
What Is a Channel Setting on an Engagement Ring?
A channel setting is a row of accent stones set into a grooved channel and laid edge to edge. GIA says this design protects the gemstones, and calls it a...
What Is a Hidden Halo Engagement Ring?
A hidden halo is a ring of small diamonds set under the centre stone, so you see them mainly from the side. How it differs from a visible halo, and...
What Is a Hidden Halo Engagement Ring?
A hidden halo is a ring of small diamonds set under the centre stone, so you see them mainly from the side. How it differs from a visible halo, and...
What Is a Flush Set Ring, and Who Does It Suit?
What is a flush set ring? The diamond sits in the band, level with the metal, which suits a low, smooth profile. See our flush engagement rings page for how...
What Is a Flush Set Ring, and Who Does It Suit?
What is a flush set ring? The diamond sits in the band, level with the metal, which suits a low, smooth profile. See our flush engagement rings page for how...
Compass Claws on Oval, Pear and Marquise Diamonds
How compass set claws work on elongated diamonds: what changes for ovals, pears and marquise, and how to protect their points.
Compass Claws on Oval, Pear and Marquise Diamonds
How compass set claws work on elongated diamonds: what changes for ovals, pears and marquise, and how to protect their points.
What Is a Pavé Engagement Ring?
What is a pavé engagement ring? It has small diamonds set closely along the band, held by tiny beads or claws of metal. See our pavé engagement rings page for...
What Is a Pavé Engagement Ring?
What is a pavé engagement ring? It has small diamonds set closely along the band, held by tiny beads or claws of metal. See our pavé engagement rings page for...
What Is a Collar or Collet Setting on an Engage...
A collar setting is the ring of metal that wraps around the base or edge of a centre stone. Here is what it is, how it differs from a bezel...
What Is a Collar or Collet Setting on an Engage...
A collar setting is the ring of metal that wraps around the base or edge of a centre stone. Here is what it is, how it differs from a bezel...
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