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Square center diamond ring with a surrounding halo and accented band.

White Gold Diamond Rings: Metal, Settings and Care

Understand the difference between white gold and diamond, compare ring settings and learn what to ask about metal fineness, plating and care.

White Gold Diamond Rings: Metal, Settings and Care

Understand the difference between white gold and diamond, compare ring settings and learn what to ask about metal fineness, plating and care.

Side view of a raised diamond ring with stones along the band and gallery.

Emerald Cut Diamond Rings: Facets, Bands and Pr...

See how an emerald cut diamond looks in an accented setting, with front and profile views and practical questions about the stone and band.

Emerald Cut Diamond Rings: Facets, Bands and Pr...

See how an emerald cut diamond looks in an accented setting, with front and profile views and practical questions about the stone and band.

Three stone ring with a round center and pale yellow pear shaped side stones.

Custom Three Stone Rings: Planning Shape and Pr...

Explore custom three stone ring ideas, from round centers with pear side stones to rectangular centers, and prepare for a design consultation.

Custom Three Stone Rings: Planning Shape and Pr...

Explore custom three stone ring ideas, from round centers with pear side stones to rectangular centers, and prepare for a design consultation.

Three stone diamond ring with rectangular centers and channel set shoulder accents.

Three Stone Diamond Ring with Rectangular Shoul...

Explore a three stone diamond ring with rectangular step cuts, channel set shoulder stones and a polished lower band through original photos.

Three Stone Diamond Ring with Rectangular Shoul...

Explore a three stone diamond ring with rectangular step cuts, channel set shoulder stones and a polished lower band through original photos.

Oval diamond solitaire in a four prong setting with a polished band.

Oval Diamond Engagement Ring: A Four Prong Setting

Study an oval diamond solitaire with a plain polished band, including the prongs, side profile and practical questions about comfort and fit.

Oval Diamond Engagement Ring: A Four Prong Setting

Study an oval diamond solitaire with a plain polished band, including the prongs, side profile and practical questions about comfort and fit.

Three stone diamond ring with channel set shoulder stones, rather than a full eternity band.

Baguette Diamond Bands: How to Compare the Sett...

Learn what distinguishes baguette diamonds and eternity bands, with an accurately labeled three stone ring gallery and practical shopping checks.

Baguette Diamond Bands: How to Compare the Sett...

Learn what distinguishes baguette diamonds and eternity bands, with an accurately labeled three stone ring gallery and practical shopping checks.

Round center diamond inside a softly squared halo on an accented band.

Round Diamond Halo Ring with an Accented Band

Explore a round center diamond inside a softly squared halo, with close views of the raised setting, shoulder stones and plain lower band.

Round Diamond Halo Ring with an Accented Band

Explore a round center diamond inside a softly squared halo, with close views of the raised setting, shoulder stones and plain lower band.

Round center diamond with pale yellow pear shaped side stones.

Round Diamond Ring with Yellow Pear Shaped Side...

See a three stone ring combining a round center with yellow pear shaped sides, including its setting profile, color contrast and buying checks.

Round Diamond Ring with Yellow Pear Shaped Side...

See a three stone ring combining a round center with yellow pear shaped sides, including its setting profile, color contrast and buying checks.

Profile of a rectangular diamond solitaire with a slim decorated band.

Rectangular Diamond Solitaire: Band and Setting...

Explore a rectangular diamond solitaire with a finely detailed band, including front and side views, prong placement and shopping questions.

Rectangular Diamond Solitaire: Band and Setting...

Explore a rectangular diamond solitaire with a finely detailed band, including front and side views, prong placement and shopping questions.

Rectangular step cut diamond ring with accented shoulders, an emerald cut example rather than a cushion or square Asscher.

Cushion vs. Asscher Diamonds: Shape and Setting...

Compare cushion and Asscher diamond shapes, their facet patterns and setting choices, with clearly labeled examples from our original ring gallery.

Cushion vs. Asscher Diamonds: Shape and Setting...

Compare cushion and Asscher diamond shapes, their facet patterns and setting choices, with clearly labeled examples from our original ring gallery.

Oval colorless center ring; the image alone does not establish sapphire identity.

Oval White Sapphire Rings: What to Check Before...

Explore oval white sapphire ring choices, stone identification and setting details, with clearly labeled photos of a colorless oval ring.

Oval White Sapphire Rings: What to Check Before...

Explore oval white sapphire ring choices, stone identification and setting details, with clearly labeled photos of a colorless oval ring.

Round diamond band with a warm colored setting and a plain lower section.

Partial Eternity Diamond Band: Coverage, Settin...

Examine a round diamond band with a plain lower section, including stone coverage, open settings and practical questions about sizing and wear.

Partial Eternity Diamond Band: Coverage, Settin...

Examine a round diamond band with a plain lower section, including stone coverage, open settings and practical questions about sizing and wear.

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