Engagement Ring Education · Yuma, Arizona
Engagement rings:
styles & settings
Find the design that feels like her.
Engagement rings:
THE STYLES & SETTINGS GUIDE
Start with
what she loves.
Choosing an engagement ring means making two decisions: the style of the ring and the setting that holds the diamond. This guide explains the most popular engagement ring styles and settings in plain language, so you can walk into our Yuma showroom knowing what you like.
POPULAR STYLES
A style
for every story.
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Solitaire
A single center diamond on a plain band. Timeless, easy to pair with a wedding band, and puts the focus on the stone.
Halo & pavé
A ring of small diamonds surrounds the center stone, which makes it look larger and adds sparkle. A hidden halo places the small diamonds beneath the center stone for a subtle surprise.
The band is lined with tiny diamonds set closely together for a continuous sparkle.
Three-stone & side-stone
A center diamond flanked by two side stones, often said to represent past, present and future.
Smaller diamonds or gemstones sit beside the center stone on the band.
Vintage-inspired
Milgrain edges, filigree and engraving inspired by Art Deco, Edwardian and Victorian designs.
Gemstone
A sapphire, emerald, ruby or another colored stone in place of (or beside) a diamond.
THE DETAILS
How a diamond
is held matters.
Compare the way different settings frame, protect and show a stone.
Prong setting
Metal claws (usually four or six) hold the diamond up so light enters from every side. Four prongs show more of the stone, and six prongs hold it a little more securely.
Bezel setting
A thin metal rim surrounds the diamond. It is one of the most secure and low-profile settings, which makes it a smart choice for active lifestyles.
Channel setting
Diamonds sit in a groove between two metal walls, protected from snagging.
Pavé setting
Tiny diamonds are held by small beads of metal.
Cathedral setting
Arches of metal rise to the center stone, lifting it and adding a graceful profile.
Tension setting
The diamond is held by pressure between the two ends of the band, so it looks like it is floating. It needs careful craftsmanship and is difficult to resize.
Basket and trellis settings
Open prong styles that let light into the stone.
MATCHING SHAPE TO STYLE
Let the shape
lead the way.
Round: solitaire, halo and classic designs. Oval and pear: a longer, slimming look. Cushion: vintage and halo designs. Emerald: clean, minimal settings that show off the step-cut. Princess: modern prong or bezel settings.
LIFESTYLE & SETTING CHOICES
Beautiful, for
the way she lives.
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Very active or works with her hands
Bezel, low-profile prong or channel settings.
Loves classic and simple
Solitaire or cathedral.
Loves sparkle
Halo or pavé.
Loves vintage or one-of-a-kind
Vintage-inspired or custom.
THE DETAILS
Make the choice
together, thoughtfully.
Look at the jewelry she already wears for metal color and style cues. Ask her friends or family. Choose a setting that works with a wedding band. Consider how easy it is to clean and maintain.
What is the most popular engagement ring setting?
The prong setting, usually in a solitaire or halo design.
Which setting is the safest?
Bezel settings protect the stone's edges and are very secure.
Which ring makes the diamond look biggest?
Halo settings and elongated shapes such as oval or pear can make a diamond appear larger.
SAND & STONE · YOUR YUMA JEWELER
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into something personal.
Visit Sand & Stone Jewelers in Yuma.