Select the Channel Set Diamond Engagement Ring
When you start looking for the perfect Channel Set Diamond or engagement ring, choosing the perfect setting may prove to be equally important as finding the right diamond.
The Channel Set Diamond Wedding band’s ring setting adds style, character, and design to the overall look of the ring.
Channel-set side-stones are set within the Channel Set Diamond Ring band and are the most securely-set side-stones available. Bar-channel-set side-stones are set a bit higher which increases the risk of damage.
Whether or not you want the ring to be a surprise, it’s important to get an idea of your fiance’s personal taste. It’s also important to consider her daily activities.
The Band Ring
The diamond band ring is generally pave or channel set with an array of diamonds to create an illusion of brilliance across the surface of the ring. The setting is smooth and low set into the metal band making this ring one of the easiest to wear on a daily basis. The Side-Stone stone ring is any diamond ring that features a centrally showcased, usually larger, diamond accented by smaller diamonds along the sides of the ring, on either side of the central diamond.
Side-stone settings are a way to add extra sparkle or a dash of color to a white-diamond engagement ring. Be aware that this style can vary greatly depending on the side-stones used and the way the side-stones are set. Prong-set side-stones are more delicate settings than both the channel-set and bar-channel-set, and typically feature larger side stones.
Finally, pave -set side-stones are the most delicate settings since they feature small diamonds inset directly into the metal band with only small beads holding the stones in place. However the setting is a tall one and prong set solitaires are prone to snag on clothing and the like.
Three-Stone diamond rings are imbued with an additional layer of symbolic meaning. For the trilogy, three gemstones representing the past, the present and the future, are typically prong set.
These are either all diamonds or a central colored gemstone flanked by two diamonds, or a central diamond flanked by two colored gemstones. Solitaire Settings are the most classic, most popular setting for a diamond engagement ring.
The Cluster
The diamond cluster is a collection of smaller gemstones surrounding a central diamond or colored gemstone. Round brilliant diamonds are the most common; however any diamond shape or cut is an acceptable choice. Normally, the diamond is held in place on a solitaire engagement ring by a special prong-setting which looks like a small claw.
Prong settings are by far the most traditional and classic of all settings. Six-prong settings and bezel settings, however, provide the wearer with a bit more security when it comes to the safety of the set diamond. A low setting is also less likely to incur damage than a high setting.
Don’t feel like its taboo to involve her in some of the decision-making. If you do it right, you’ll be ready for this big decision and you’ll know right away when you’ve found the perfect ring.
