Emerald-Cut Half Eternity Band Ring

Asking someone to marry you and presenting her with a stunning ring such as an emerald-cut diamond ring with a half eternity band, is the perfect way to pop the question. But, really, for many of us, this is oversimplifying what we are going through. Popping the big question is, well, a big deal. You are asking someone to spend the rest of their life with you, as well as asking them to wear a specific piece of jewelry for the remainder of their life as well. That is pretty intimidating. As if that isn’t enough, how do you choose something that she will want to wear every day for the rest of her life?

We know that this is a pretty big deal and that it can also be an overwhelming experience. Thankfully, we have a ton of experience helping couples find the perfect ring for their taste and budget. Here, we will break down some of the main things that you should consider when buying an engagement ring. We will then look at a specific ring and its component parts.

The Best Place for Your Bridal Jewelry Needs and More

Here at Raymond Lee Jewelers, we know that finding an engagement ring is both a special and a pretty intimidating time. That is why we strive to offer the widest selection of rare and unique pieces so you have the best selection to choose from. We know that our clientele is discerning and has high standards of quality and design. And we do, too! That is why we have only the most skilled and experienced buyers working for us. This allows us to source the rarest and most unique high-end pieces from various sales across the country and the world. Our emerald-cut diamond ring with a half eternity band is a great example of our quality.

But we also do a lot more than just sell high-end luxury jewelry. Say, for example, you have something very specific in mind for an engagement ring and it isn’t something we have on offer. You can work closely with our skilled jewelers who use the latest in computer-aided technology to help you turn your dream into reality. With the latest technology, we can do all sorts of edits and fixes before ever touching metal or a gemstone.

How to Choose the Perfect Engagement Ring

While we can’t tell you exactly what ring to buy, we can help guide the process and make it a little bit easier than it might otherwise be. There are some considerations that you will want to take into account that will be important to anyone, regardless of budget. The first is, well, that budget. You will want to set your budget ahead of time. This will save you a lot of time and frustration spent looking at pieces that are out of your price range. You will then want to think about her taste and style. Does she have a preference for a certain kind of gold? Is she fond of a particular cut of gemstone?

Finally, you will want to consider her lifestyle. While we love the emerald-cut diamond ring with a half eternity band that we feature here, it might not be suitable for everyone’s lifestyle. Does she use her hands a lot during her workday or for her hobbies? Is she particularly active? If so, you might want to choose something a bit simpler and unobtrusive. The last thing you want is a ring that is going to impede her daily routine.

Why We Recommend the Classics

There is a temptation to choose something flashy for an engagement ring, or perhaps something trendy. This is especially true if the person you are buying the ring for is really into fashion and style. However, as tempting as this is, we would strongly advise against it. Stylish and trendy pieces are great for many circumstances, but an engagement ring isn’t really one of them. Think about it, this is a ring that your bride-to-be will be wearing for the rest of her life. Now think about trends. They can come and go quite fast. What this means is that she will be stuck with a ring that is no longer fashionable.

This is why we think it makes the most sense to stick with classic styles. These are styles that defy trends and can withstand the test of time. Just think about the little black dress or a well-cut suit. It doesn’t matter what the current rage is, these will always look great. There are jewelry styles that fit this mold as well. The emerald-cut diamond ring with a half eternity band we feature here boasts two classic styles in one. It features the emerald-cut diamond solitaire, as well as the round, brilliant-cut eternity band.

Emerald-Cut Diamonds

When it comes to classic cuts for gemstones, it is hard to think of one that is more classic than a square or rectangular gemstone in an emerald cut. As the name implies, this is a cut that was originally designed for use with emeralds. Its long, but sparing, cuts are best suited for a gemstone like an emerald which is prone to breakage and inclusions. However, just because this was a design for emeralds doesn’t mean that this is the only stone the cut can feature on. It is an elegant cut that works incredibly well with vintage or classic styles.

The gemstone has a small number of long facets, which jewelers call step cuts. These give the stone more elongation and can make the stone look larger than its carat weight. One of the reasons people like using this cut on diamonds is that it is a great way to show off the quality and fire of the stone. Fire refers to the rainbow-like hues that emit from the center of the stone in light. Since there are fewer cuts, this is best for high-grade gemstones. Any imperfection or flaw in the stone may be visible with this cut, so it makes sense to prioritize quality over size.

Half Eternity Band

The eternity band is a popular gemstone for use in bridal jewelry. Typically, we see the eternity band as a wedding band, but it can also be part of engagement rings as well. Since it is such a simple and elegant style, it will pair well with so many different kinds of rings. For the purposes of the ring we feature here, the eternity band is part of the engagement ring. An eternity band consists of a row of small gemstones that create a row of continuous inset stones around the band of the ring.

Yellow Gold

Back to thinking about the classics, it is hard to think of a material that is more classic than yellow gold. This is the material that, for millennia, people have sought out and worked into adornments for their bodies and homes. It is a valuable material that is useful in a variety of different contexts. The thing about gold is that it does far more than just make great jewelry, it can be used in industrial contexts as well. But for the purposes of jewelry, yellow gold is the oldest known type of gold that people work into jewelry.

That is because it has that beautiful, unmistakable, rich and buttery yellow hue. It has a brightness that catches and pleases the eye. However, one of the interesting things about this wonderful material is that no jewelry is made from pure gold. In its pure state, gold is actually quite soft and malleable. This makes it easy to work, but it also makes it difficult for the finished piece to keep its shape. Therefore, other metals are mixed in with the pure gold to add strength and hardness to the metal.

Quality Material and Design

If there is one consistent thing that our clients love about us, it is that we have such high standards for quality. These standards apply to the materials that feature in the piece, as well as its construction. Nobody wants a piece that has subpar materials. Especially when we are talking about an engagement ring! The emerald-cut diamond ring with eternity band that we feature here is a good example of the quality that we expect. The diamond is flawless and has a depth and clarity that is unmatched.

But we expect more than just high-quality materials. When it comes to an engagement ring, we are meant to wear it every day for the rest of our lives. That means it needs to be able to withstand the rigors of our daily life. It needs to be tough enough to go where we go and do what we do without risk of damaging the piece. It isn’t really all that useful if you have to remove it for all but the most mild activities. We want to provide our clients with pieces that are well-made and tough. This is especially true when it comes to pieces that are meant for daily wear.

Versatile Elegance

Keeping with our focus on the importance of an engagement ring to be appropriate for daily wear, we have to look beyond its construction. Though we do have to note that the quality of the construction of a ring such as this is incredibly important. But it isn’t the only important thing. We get that women want to look like a princess on their wedding day, but their ring also needs to look good with more normal, everyday wear, as well. You want something that is going to fit her life and style and have a versatile elegance that she will love for years to come.

The emerald-cut diamond ring with a half eternity band we feature here is a great example of this. It looks great with a whole host of different looks and fashions. It will pair well with classic fashions or trendy fashions. But most importantly, it will look great with both formal and casual attire. We know that she will love the instant elegance a pair of jeans and a t-shirt take on when she pairs it with her engagement ring. You want to choose something for her that will be suitable for a variety of different circumstances and events, which is another reason why classic styles just make the most sense.

In Closing

Choosing the perfect engagement ring is a little bit easier said than done. We know that it can be daunting to choose a piece of jewelry that someone else will wear everyday for the rest of their life. That is a big ask! But, thankfully, our years of experience has helped us create a basic guide that can make finding the perfect ring a little easier. First, you will want to set your budget and consider styles and materials that you already know that she likes. Then, you will want to consider her lifestyle and how the ring you choose will fit in with her daily activities. We go on to make a strong case for why classic styles make the most sense.

With this in mind, we look at an emerald-cut diamond ring with a half eternity band and discuss the merits of its individual elements. Finally, we look at some final considerations, such as comfort and versatility, that are important when choosing a ring. We hope that this guide will help to simplify the process of buying an engagement ring, at least a little bit.