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Oval center stone on a narrow band with round accent stones.

Oval Diamond Ring with an Accented Band

View an oval diamond ring from several angles, including its accented shoulders, plain lower band and practical wedding band fit questions.

Oval Diamond Ring with an Accented Band

View an oval diamond ring from several angles, including its accented shoulders, plain lower band and practical wedding band fit questions.

Yellow gold tone ring with a floral diamond cluster and multiple textured band rows.

Yellow Gold Cluster Diamond Ring: Floral Design...

A closer look at an archived floral diamond cluster ring with a yellow gold appearance, including band construction, comfort and buying details.

Yellow Gold Cluster Diamond Ring: Floral Design...

A closer look at an archived floral diamond cluster ring with a yellow gold appearance, including band construction, comfort and buying details.

Gem set Rolex GMT-Master II with blue and red bezel stones.

Gem Set Rolex GMT-Master II: Dial and Bezel Det...

Explore an archived gem set Rolex GMT-Master II with a red and blue bezel, plus a clearly labeled Day-Date comparison photograph.

Gem Set Rolex GMT-Master II: Dial and Bezel Det...

Explore an archived gem set Rolex GMT-Master II with a red and blue bezel, plus a clearly labeled Day-Date comparison photograph.

Open leaf design ring with bright stones along curved branches.

Choosing a Wedding Band: Fit, Shape and Persona...

Use these original ring photographs as style inspiration, with practical guidance on wedding band width, contour, metal and fit.

Choosing a Wedding Band: Fit, Shape and Persona...

Use these original ring photographs as style inspiration, with practical guidance on wedding band width, contour, metal and fit.

Rolex Day-Date with a dark dial, warm metal case and fluted bezel.

Rolex Day-Date: Dark Dial and Warm Gold Styling

Explore an archived Rolex Day-Date with a dark dial and warm gold appearance, including calendar details, bracelet fit and configuration checks.

Rolex Day-Date: Dark Dial and Warm Gold Styling

Explore an archived Rolex Day-Date with a dark dial and warm gold appearance, including calendar details, bracelet fit and configuration checks.

Heart shaped red center surrounded by pale stones on a red rose.

Ruby and Diamond Rings: Buying and Care Questions

Explore ruby ring photographs and learn what to ask about stone identity, treatments, reports, settings and care before choosing a piece.

Ruby and Diamond Rings: Buying and Care Questions

Explore ruby ring photographs and learn what to ask about stone identity, treatments, reports, settings and care before choosing a piece.

Large rectangular center with side stones and a band of rectangular diamonds.

Three Stone Diamond Ring: Center, Sides and Band

Explore an archived three stone diamond ring with a rectangular center, tapered side stones and an additional stone set band.

Three Stone Diamond Ring: Center, Sides and Band

Explore an archived three stone diamond ring with a rectangular center, tapered side stones and an additional stone set band.

Long decorative earring with pale and pink toned stones in curved sections.

Diamond Dangle Earrings: Movement and Styling D...

See curved diamond earrings styled with a necklace and formal outfit, with advice on length, movement, weight and secure closures.

Diamond Dangle Earrings: Movement and Styling D...

See curved diamond earrings styled with a necklace and formal outfit, with advice on length, movement, weight and secure closures.

Two tennis bracelets with different stone sizes and metal colors.

Diamond Tennis Bracelets: Width, Flexibility an...

Compare original tennis bracelet photographs and learn how stone size, setting, bracelet length and clasp design affect the choice.

Diamond Tennis Bracelets: Width, Flexibility an...

Compare original tennis bracelet photographs and learn how stone size, setting, bracelet length and clasp design affect the choice.

Heart shaped red center ring surrounded by pale stones.

Ruby and Diamond Ring Designs: A Photo Gallery

Compare heart, oval and broad ruby ring settings in an original photo gallery, with attention to halos, flowing lines and proportions.

Ruby and Diamond Ring Designs: A Photo Gallery

Compare heart, oval and broad ruby ring settings in an original photo gallery, with attention to halos, flowing lines and proportions.

Large brown toned center stone with pale leaf and fan shaped accents.

Brown Diamond Cocktail Ring: Color and Setting ...

Explore an archived brown center diamond ring with an ornate bright setting, including color documentation, proportions and comfort questions.

Brown Diamond Cocktail Ring: Color and Setting ...

Explore an archived brown center diamond ring with an ornate bright setting, including color documentation, proportions and comfort questions.

Open ring with stone set leaf motifs at both ends.

Unusual Ring Shapes: Leaf Designs, Contours and...

Explore original ring photos that show the difference between gemstone shape and setting outline, from leaf clusters to contoured bands.

Unusual Ring Shapes: Leaf Designs, Contours and...

Explore original ring photos that show the difference between gemstone shape and setting outline, from leaf clusters to contoured bands.

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