
The gemstone that crowns a halo ring is surrounded by a wreath of smaller diamonds in this special setting.
The name halo, which actually refers to bright rings of light around planets, is very apt for this piece of jewelry; after all, the small diamonds also form a light-flooded ring around the central gemstone and make it stand out particularly.
In the center there can be either a diamond or a gemstone . A very famous example of a halo ring with a blue sapphire is Kate Middleton's engagement ring, which previously belonged to Princess Diana.
There are also prominent representatives of the classic diamond variant, such as the ring that Natalie Portman received from Benjamin Millepied for her engagement.
What characterizes a high quality halo ring?
A high-quality and carefully crafted halo ring instantly captivates the viewer, while a low-quality piece of jewelry lacks this magic. But what creates this fascinating effect? It is important that the diamonds match in color and clarity , otherwise the uniform appearance will be disrupted.
In addition, a high quality cut of the diamonds contributes significantly to a beautiful appearance. In order to achieve a regular shape, the setter needs a great deal of sensitivity when placing the diamonds precisely.

design variants
A halo ring usually has a round gemstone, but other shapes such as the oval cut, cushion cut or princess cut are also possible. The small diamonds are often in a pavé setting and are directly adjacent to the main diamond, making it appear larger. There are also versions in which there is a small gap between the central gemstone and the gemstones surrounding it.
A halo ring surrounded by several rows of diamonds looks particularly glamorous. To put even more focus on the diamond -studded crown of the ring, it can be designed in such a way that the ring band divides towards the top, thus additionally framing the group of diamonds.
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