Why Say “Will You Marry Me?” with a Halo Ring?

The solitaire engagement ring has been a long-standing staple for grooms. When it comes time to go down on one knee and propose to the lady of choice, popping open the ring box and taking out the ring with the one lone diamond is the stuff of commercials and YouTube videos. Now, there appears to be some competition for the solitaire. The halo engagement ring is slowly usurping the position that the solitaire has held for so long.

A halo ring is defined by the micropave diamonds that surround the center stone – like a halo. It is interesting to note that this style was quite popular in the 1920s and remained in vogue until about the 1950s. If you root through your grandmother’s jewelry box, you might find a few examples of halo rings. Now, that vintage jewelry is once again providing the blueprint for modern designs, jewelry makers, artisans and designers are working hard to bring back this style.

Since the bridal industry has already realized that this trend is forming, you see more and more celebrities wearing halo engagement rings. Of course, the extra diamonds are not easy on the pocket book. If you are thinking of popping the question with this type of ring in the box, be prepared to spend about $1,500. This buys you a ring with a 14K white gold band that features between 1/3 carat and 1/2 carat total weight.

Of course, the halo style is not just for the future bride. Since the cocktail ring has fallen out of favor a bit, the halo version is poised to fill the void. If diamonds are a bit too costly, white sapphires serve beautifully as center stones. Clever artisans have begun to experiment with white and rose gold. They add halo gems consisting of sapphires, rubies, jade or peridots. If you are still not sold on the idea of the halo ring, take a close look at Kate Middleton’s ring finger.

Wearing the engagement ring that once belonged to Princess Diana, the fashion-conscious duchess is one of the main reasons why the halo suddenly seems to curry renewed favor among jewelry wearers. Featuring sapphires, her halo-style jewel has proven to go well with the other types of jewelry she adores. Since the duchess usually sticks with silver, white or yellow gold, the metals play well together, too.

If you are ready to follow the lead of royalty and add some halo rings to your ensemble, talk to a reputable jeweler. In many cases, the professional will already have some fine pieces ready for sale. When you have a very specific idea about the size, color and stone selection, why not draw up some plans and show them to the expert? The odds are good that the professional can craft you the halo ring of your dreams.

At Peter Suchy Jewelers we are experts in vintage and estate jewelry and have many Halo Rings in our showroom located at 1137 High Ridge Road in Stamford Connecticut.

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