Cathedral and hidden halo engagement rings
Still a single stone from above, but lifted on arches, or hiding a ring of small diamonds you only see from the side.
About cathedral and hidden halo rings
A cathedral setting lifts the stone on arches that rise from the band, and a hidden halo tucks a ring of small diamonds under the stone where you only see it from the side. Both change how the ring looks from the side while keeping the top view simple.
They are good answers to a common problem: wanting extra interest without a busy top view. The arches also give the stone a little more protection from knocks than prongs alone.
Likely to suit her if: She wants something understated from above with a surprise at the side, or likes a raised, elegant look.
Common questions
What is a cathedral setting?
A setting where the band splits into arches that rise to hold the stone, like the arches of a cathedral. It lifts the stone away from the finger and frames it from the side.
What is a hidden halo?
A ring of small diamonds set under the center stone, in the gallery. From above it looks like a solitaire; from the side or when the hand moves, the extra sparkle shows.
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