Diamond Eternity Ring

What is eternal? Eternal is anything that is forever. Diamonds are forever, they say. A diamond eternity ring long been used to profess undying love. Why is it called diamond eternity ring? The ring is made with setting of diamonds around the band – the continuous ring of diamonds signifying the eternity part.

These days there are many design options available for a diamond eternity ring due to which these rings fit in every budget. Previously, colorless/white diamonds only were used but these days there are colored diamonds and also other stones used with colorless diamonds. The shape and cut remains unchanged, however, because not many shapes (like oval or marquise) can be accommodated in a band to form a close fit. Princess cut, round brilliant and emerald are the cuts people prefer for a diamond eternity ring.

The size of the diamond used is usually tiny. This is so because using large diamonds will make wearing a diamond eternity ring uncomfortable. Channel, bezel and pave settings are the commonly preferred settings even though prong setting is also seen. Gold and jewelry are synonymous – gold is the most common metal used to make diamond eternity rings. Silver and platinum are also used to make a diamond eternity ring.

While buying a diamond eternity ring, be sure of the size as the ring cannot be re-sized later. If you want to surprise your partner but want to be sure of the size then you must either be very sure of the size or settle for a half ring instead where only half of the band is covered with diamonds and the bottom half is left plain so that modifications to the size are possible. This design is both cheap and different compared to a  normal diamond eternity ring. You are taking care to profess your love – why not get the ring engraved to make it extra special?

Routine jewelry care applies to a diamond eternity ring as well, probably more so – there are more number of diamonds to take care of! If a film forms on the surface, the brilliance will be affected. Also if these rings are worn along with other rings, make sure that one does not scratch the other. The design of the rings should be such that they match and don’t look odd when worn together.

A diamond eternity ring is the perfect gift for your loved one. Long considered the symbol of true and eternal love,  a diamond eternity ring comes in many forms and designs and the prices range from pocket-friendly to exorbitant!