Bending a Ring Around Another Ring: The Dumb Idea Gone Wild An engagement ring, a traditional symbol of marriage, commitment, and enduring affection, is expected to stand on its own. It usually lets a reasonably small wedding band sit very close, with just a sliver of a gap. Yet, for its own selfish reasons, the … Read more
Flexible bands Hinged, articulated, and flexible wedding bands all refer to the same underlying design, different terms, and the same clever engineering. This relatively modern style draws inspiration from the articulated links found in bracelets and necklaces, adding a touch of movement and innovation to the traditional wedding band. What Are Flexible Wedding Bands? Flexible … Read more
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Understanding Metal Finishes Every metal finish falls into one of two categories: polished or textured. A polished surface is achieved by meticulously removing scratches, pits, and imperfections until the metal is flawlessly smooth and highly reflective. This finish is the most familiar to all of us. A mirror-like surface is what is usually expected from … Read more
These jaw-dropping celebrity doppelgangers fade in comparison to the original Leon Mege sparklers that inspired them.
Chain vs. Necklace A necklace is set with gemstones, while chains are just metal. There is a grey area; for example, Elisa Peretti’s Diamonds By The Yard can be classified as a “chain” or a “necklace.” There are many types of necklaces: Choker is a short necklace resting on the collarbone Sautoir – very long … Read more
Knowing the ring parts is the key to understanding a design. Unfortunately, most jewelry terms are inconsistent, which makes it difficult to discuss the design. The brief glossary courtesy of Leon Mege Center for Advanced Jewelry Studies will help to communicate with us. Shank Most rings have two main parts: the head and the shank. … Read more
A chain is a string of interconnected links of various patterns, shapes, and sizes. Cable chain is the most popular style. Chain types Cable chain A Cable chain is assembled from uniform oval links usually made of round wire. A very fine cable chain called Trace chain is used in bespoke jewelry. Rolo chain Rolo … Read more
Three stone ring Emerald-cut diamond ring with tapered baguettes is very popular with celebrities. The notable pieces are Mariah Carey’s voluptuous ring with a 35-carat diamond, Grace Kelly’s 10.48-carat diamond ring, Jennifer Lopez’s ring rumored to be worth $5 million, Melania Trump’s 15-carat rock, and Amal Clooney’s 7-carat diamond. Ruby cluster ring The desire for … Read more
In jewelry, prongs hold diamonds and other gemstones in place.
Prong settings vary by size and type,
