Small accent diamond settings for the engagement rings

Which setting and stone arrangement would be good for small accent diamonds?

When it comes to picking the right engagement ring, you may start feeling the heat. It is not only due to nervousness. The thought of selecting the best ring for your lady love can make you break into a cold sweat as well. So, how do you complete this herculean task?

The most basic stone for the engagement ring is a diamond. If you are fixed on that, then you need to understand the basics of the ring setting. The center stones can be held on the ring using prongs, bezel, flush, or tension setting but what about the accent stones. You need the right setting for the accent stone to match with the center stone setting.

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Here, are a few examples of settings that can be used to bring out the beauty of the accent stone perfectly.

The setting for the accent stones

• Pave setting

Accent diamonds and gemstones make your ring seem more intricate and sparkly. It is for this reason that engagement rings employ diamonds in a pave-set creating a paved effect for the ring. Here the stones are held by small prongs set side by side. This creates a stunning effect for the band.

This setting has disadvantaged of its own. The pave-setting is not as durable as one thinks. It can snag and can loosen with regular wear. You may have to take the ring to the jeweler for maintenance.

• Channel setting

This setting ensures that your diamonds are more protected than the pave-set stones. Here, the row of gemstones is protected by the metal bands on either side of the accent stone. you can go for the channel setting if you lead an active lifestyle but later while resizing you may find it difficult. In case the metal channels are damaged it can become hard for you to repair them.

• Bar setting

As the name goes, in the bar setting there are vertical bars of metal. You can choose several accent diamonds to be arranged on these bars. The bars cover a small part of the gem hence, providing more sparkle than channel setting. But you will have to be more careful with the stones as this setting provides lesser security to the diamonds.

Stone arrangement for the engagement ring

Stone arrangement plays an important role in a diamond engagement ring. When it comes to the arrangement of stone on a ring you will see that it changes according to the preference of the person who is buying it. It's from the customization that we have so many different patterns and styles to choose from. Here, are a few popular mentions that will help you in giving you an idea as to what will be best for you.

• Solitaire

Let's start with the most classic of all, solitaires. They are the first preference for most love birds thinking of proposing. The good thing is that they never go out of style and fashion. For this setting, you will find a big center stone which is usually a diamond. Instead of going for a solitaire diamond ring, you can also go for an emerald or sapphire like that of Kate Middleton. The favorable news is that the setting is a beauty to behold but a little less expensive when compared to other ring settings.

• Halo

Another popular style to do rounds is Halo rings. In this, you can expect to find a line of diamonds with a big diamond in the center. It is a sight to appreciate. The ring carries a punch that makes the stone appear larger than it is. This is one of the best designs for small center stone diamonds making even a small stone look glamorous.

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• Three-stone

Here, you got another gem of a set with two small stones flanking one big stone. This setting stands as the symbol of the past, present, and future. They accentuate the sparkle of the stones. The two stones on the side make the center stone come brighter and appear larger.

• Side stone

It has more than three stones making the diamond engagement rings carry special and unique appeal. The center stone remains the star but the side stones amplify the beauty and character of the band.

• Two-stone

"Toi et Moi" or the two-stone rings are for most romantic people. It stands as a symbol for two souls bonded together in a lovely way. Here, the two gems are of equal shape and size giving both the stones equal importance. You can either go for identical stones or go for a contrasting pair.

• Cluster

As the name suggests, cluster setting has several diamonds or gemstones closely set resembling a large center stone. This setting is good for those who want their stone to appear big without increasing the cost of the stone.