A ring in which diamonds or gemstones are placed 1/3 to 1/2 of the circumference of the band. The setting of the stones is usually in a channel or prong setting. You can have a band that is uniform in width, or you can have a tapered one. This type of ring is usually given on the anniversary of marriage.
ANTIQUE ROUND
This ring has been around for more than 100 years.
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BAND
A ring with a uniform width and no apparent “top” You can engrave it with letters, designs or set it with diamonds or other gemstones.
BIRTHSTONE ROUND
A ring that features precious or semi-precious gems that correspond with the month of a person’s birth. This is a great way to personalize a ring and make it more meaningful.
BRIDAL SET
A set of rings that a married woman wears on her left ring finger. It includes an engagement ring as well as a wedding band. They are often worn together and complement one another in style.
CLADDAGH ROUND
Traditional Irish and Celtic ring design with two hands holding a crown-crowned heart. The crown symbolizes loyalty, while the hands are for friendship. Wearing the Claddagh ring on your right hand with the crown facing you means you are in a relationship and have found your love. The Claddagh rings with the heart facing you signify that you are single and seeking a relationship. Wearing the Claddagh band on your left hand signifies that you have found your true love and are married. The Claddagh is a popular ring for many Irish women. It can be used as an engagement ring or wedding ring.
CLUSTER RING
A ring that contains multiple gemstones or diamonds of different sizes, combined in one setting.
COCKTAIL RING
It is also known as a dinner ring or a cluster ring. This ring rises dramatically off the finger. This ring was first worn at cocktail parties in the 1930s. It is often set with large, colorful imitation gems and smaller faux diamants. This is to make it look extravagant.
CONTEMPORARY ROUND
A ring that is current in design and style. A ring’s cut, setting, design, and even the materials it is made from can all make it contemporary. A ring with a square (or princess) cut gemstone is more modern than one with a round cut. An illusion or tension setting, which is more modern than the traditional prong-style setting, makes a ring look much more modern. Contemporary rings are also made from newer materials like palladium and titanium, rather than 18k gold or silver jewellery. A contemporary ring might have a more minimalistic design than a slick, flashy design from an older era.
ENGAGEMENT RING
Traditionally, a ring given to a woman by her fiancée signifies her commitment to marry. It is worn on the left hand. Although it is typically set with a diamond or other gemstones, many people prefer to use them. Kate Middleton received a sapphire engagement band from Prince William.
ESTATE RING
A ring that was once owned. Usually, it is part of an estate. It may not be antique, and it could include fine or costume rings from any period.
ETERNITY BAND
A uniform width band, set with one or more rows of identically cut diamonds or gemstones. The stones are prong- or channel set and surround the band. A husband typically gives it to his wife for their anniversary.
FANCY WEDDING BAND
A wedding band that is more ornamental than a traditional, precious metal band. You can find examples of bands with engravings or gemstones.
FASHION RING
This ring is worn solely to express one’s fashion sense and not to signify any important events, such as an engagement (with a ring), wedding (with the ring), graduation (with the class ring), commitment (with the ring of promise), etc.
FLEXIBLE FRING
A flexible, flexible ring made of links of steel.
GIMMEL ROUND
This ring was popular in Western Europe in the 16th-17th centuries and was used for engagement and wedding rings. It consisted of a series of interconnected bands that were held together by a small pin. The bands would align themselves to make a single ring. Both the man and his fiancée would wear the ring. After the wedding, both the man and the woman would wear each part of the ring. Gimmel rings could sometimes be exchanged between men to signify friendship. Today, Gimmel rings are the most expensive and rarest of all rings.
KEY RING
A metal ring that holds keys together.
HALO RING
A ring with a large central diamond or gemstone that is surrounded by smaller diamonds and gemstones. By focusing one’s attention on the center stone, the tiny gems around it make it look larger and more radiant.
NUGGET RING
These rings are worn by men and were designed to mimic the appearance of a chunk of precious metal. Although the metal has a rough texture, it can be embedded in a gold band. Sometimes, nugget rings may include gemstones. A smaller, feminine version of a nugget ring is more popular among women. Couples from Alaska and parts of Canada sometimes use nugget rings as engagement/wedding/anniversary rings since the gold mining industry in that area is such a large part of their culture.
ONION RING
Deep-fried delight that includes a slice of raw onion coated in batter. Onion rings can be a delicious alternative to french fries.
POSY RING
(Posie and Poesy) A ring made of gold with an inscribed or verse on the inner surface. These quotations were first written in Norman French. Later, they were translated into English, French, Latin, and English. These rings were used to exchange love between lovers in England and France from the 15th through 17th centuries.
PROMISE RING
A small ring is used to signify a commitment to monogamous marriage. This ring may be used as a prelude to an engagement ring. It may also exchange similar or complementary promise rings between friends to signify their friendship and commitment to follow certain rules and principles. You can find traditional promise rings with motifs such as hearts, double hearts and heart-shaped gemstones. A promise ring can also be made from a poesy ring, a plain metal band with an inscribed message, or a plain metal band.
PUZZLE RING
A series of interconnected hoops that are connected so that they appear to be one ring. The original puzzle rings were popularized in England, Germany and Italy in the 17th century. They are still very popular today.
SEMI-MOUNTRING
Sets of side stones and no main centre stone in an engagement ring.
SIGNET RING
Also known as “seal” or “seal” rings. A ring with letters or initials engraved on it. You may also find a particular design. An example of a signet is a college ring.
SOLITAIRE RING
A ring that can hold one diamond or gemstone. Tiffany & Co. popularized the Tiffany setting, which is a common setting for a single diamond ring.
SPINNER RING
A ring that has two bands. One is the base; the other is the spinning insert. You can decorate it with intricate patterns or feature engravings.
STACK RINGS
Stack rings, also known as “stackers”, are two or more bands that can be worn together on one finger. They can be identical, or they can be set with different stones. Their sizes may also vary, but the result is the same: stacking them together looks great.
VINTAGE RING
Pre-owned rings were made between 1920-1980. They are now in fashion. This ring is different from an Antique ring. It would be a ring that was made more than 100 years ago.
WEDDING BAND
Married men and women wear a ring with a uniform width on their left ring finger. This ring is used to indicate that they are married. You can either have a single band of gold or have it engraved or set in gemstones. (See Fancy Wedding Band).
3-STONE RING
A ring with three larger stones that may represent the past, present and future. Although the three stones can be different in size, color, shape, and gemstones, they must complement each other and offer some degree of symmetry. This ring is popular for anniversary and engagement rings. A 3-stone ring is a popular way to symbolize three children or carry the religious connotations of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. There are many design options for 3-stone rings.
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