Shell: east-west bezel on a V band

What this ring is made of

Oval, set east-west

An elongated brilliant that tends to look larger face-up than a round of the same weight, and the length can make a finger look longer. Some ovals show a darker band across the middle, called a bow-tie, so look at the stone in person or on video.

East-west

The stone lies across the finger instead of along it, which gives a wider, lower look and suits long shapes like ovals, marquises and emerald cuts.

Bezel

A smooth rim of metal wraps the whole stone. It is the most secure and the lowest setting, with nothing to catch on knitwear or hair, though it covers a little of the stone’s edge.

V-shaped band

The band dips into a V where it meets the stone, which points toward the center and leaves room for the finger to move.

18k yellow gold

18k yellow gold is 75% pure gold, so the color is rich and warm. It is softer than 14k, which means it scratches a little more easily and can wear at the prongs sooner.