Friday, 29 April 2011

Timeless bonding of three stone engagement rings

The meaning of marriage becomes true when the two souls accept each other’s past, get on with the present and join hands for a wonderful future. The past, present and future go hand in hand in a relationship. When a man wants to assure his lady that her past, present and future is safe in his hands, he can gift her with a three stone engagement ring which would be a perfect gesture to celebrate the couple’ s relationship. The three stone rings can also be a wonderful anniversary gift with many different style and budget options available.

Connotation of the three stone

The classic symbolism of three stones represents a couple’s past, present and future with each stage of their relationship highlighted by a diamond solitaire or gemstone. If the ring is been given as an anniversary gift, it can serve as a powerful reminder of the love they have shared through the years. On the other hand, couples just starting their lives together consider the ring as a binding promise. The three stones can be embellished with birthstones that represent each individual and a central diamond solitaire that unites the tow of them. Depending on the ring design, it can also be fashioned with engraving or other custom touches.

Three stone ring designs

Three stone rings are usually seen in classic, recognizable and traditional settings though there are many designs available. Mostly threes stone pieces use the same gemstone for each of the three stones for marinating continuity and elegance. Diamonds are the most popular choice. The stone size of the central ring would be larger than the accents even though three stones would comparatively large to convey the symbolism. Usually round, princess and emerald shaped stones are used in the ring since they nestle well in close proximity without gaps.

A classic tiffany or prong style with the stones held slightly above the ring shank would be the most popular setting for three stone engagement rings. Usually gold (yellow and white) and platinum are the popular metal choices for the ring. Accents are mostly avoided in three stone settings.

Cost of three stone rings

The rings typically have a larger total carat weight other than other gemstone and that makes them more expensive than rings featuring one centrals tone with pr without smaller accents. Price would also be affected by the quality of gems with the higher caliber stones naturally demanding a higher price. Final price is also determined by the type of metal used in the ring. Yellow and white gold can be used as economical choice as they are the least expensive metals while platinum is generally more costly.

Friday, 15 April 2011

The Midas touch in engagement rings


Purity and eternity makes gold engagement rings a perfect symbol of enduring love. Couples have always believed that nothing matches the beauty of a gold engagement ring. And gold engagement rings have become the favorite for many years. They are versatile and the metal will never go out of style.

Gold engagement rings are popular for certain reasons. In fact gold has many advantages over other metals. The metal is highly tarnish proof while many other metals interact with other chemicals which cause them to tarnish. Silver and brass are the best example of this tarnishing. With a gold engagement ring, there is no room for tarnishing or wearing off. Another feature of gold is its flexible nature which makes it easy to mold and bend in beautifully creative ways. if you fancy a truly unique band, you can entwine strands of gold which would make an exquisite setting for an engagement ring. Engravings can be easily made in gold if you wish to add a special inscription.

There are limitless design possibilities with the gold engagement ring. You can browse through the online jewelry stores and check the available patterns. There is an added charm when diamond is set in a gold engagement ring. Gold lavishly add a sparkle and warmth to the ring which is absent in any other metal. This may be reason why gold has remained as the hot favorite among engagement ring hunting couples.

Since gold is a softer metal, it is not used in its original form. Other metals and alloys are mixed with gold to make it strong. The carat of the gold defines the amount of mixture like 18k, 14k, 12k and 10k. For engagement rings, it is better to stick to 18k or 14k gold.

Friday, 1 April 2011

Unbreakable bonding of ruby engagement rings


Even though the engagement ring adorns the hand, it is actually close to the heart. What more perfect than a ruby engagement ring to cherish the love that you have in your heart. Most couples think of diamonds when it comes to choosing the stone for their engagement ring. Since rubies are said to symbolize passion, strength and devotion, they certainly have romance about them. Nothing can light up the darkness in your life like true love and ancient legends speak that ruby has the power to illuminate darkness.

Apart from these reasons, you can also go for a ruby engagement ring if your fiancée is born in the month of July as it is their birthstone. So the engagement and birthday would be celebrated in style and in a perfect way. Rubies adorning the engagement rings would vary in quality and size. But the most striking feature of a ruby is its color. The color of the ruby varies from the palest pinks to very deep red. Generally the color of the stone is determined by the amounts of iron and chromium present during its formation.

If you are particular about diamonds in your ring, you can use rubies as accent stones or even they are excellent choices in a three stone engagement ring. A ruby engagement ring would surely stand as a symbol of your love and commitment. And ancient lore says that a ruby has the capacity to get back your true love after a lover’s tiff. So make sure you have these beautiful rich red rubies in your engagement ring for eternal happiness in your love life.

Friday, 25 March 2011

Elegance and uniqueness comprise tension rings

It is their smooth, sleek lines and natural elegance that accentuates the beauty of tension rings. The tension settings have become the ultimate in contemporary engagement ring design. In a tension ring, the perfection and beauty of the diamond or any other gemstone would be highlighted rather than adding any distracting embellishments. Tension settings have become an instant classic in the contemporary ring designs owing to its minimal and elegant look.

In a tension ring setting, the diamond or other gemstone appears to be floating or suspended in the mid air within the band of the ring itself. This setting uses specially treated metals that have an inherent springiness nature to hold the ring in place. The entire band of the ring acts as two large prongs to hold the stone in place with small carved niches that fit around the stone’s girdle. The stone is help securely in place in a unique floating illusion with a great tensile strength.

Initially couples were having concern over the safety of the stone as it is held in place through two points of contact rather than the typical four or six prongs settings. This concern is however quite contrary. Tensions rings can be considered as one among the safest pieces of jewelry available. Since the band metal is stronger than that used for prongs and more of the metal is in contact with the stone than through narrow prongs, the stone in a tension setting is held more securely. Thus the stone achieves a stronger and tighter fit. At Novori jewelry, the quality and craftsmanship is backed up with the lifetime warranty we offer for the engagement rings.

Titanium is the most common metal used for tensions rings due to its natural strength and durability. At Novori jewelry there are designs in white gold, yellow gold and platinum. Couples even have the choice of selecting multi tone rings typically with an inset of a contrasting metal. We offer exquisite designs of tension rings in dual metal setting combining white and yellow gold.

The tension rings calls for talented workmanship and hence only a few exclusive jewelers would be able to create a quality tension ring setting. At Novori you can find customized one-of-a-kind rings that are examples of excellent craftsmanship. Customers would be overjoyed to find out that we also offer matching tension ring wedding bands at our jewelry store. Thus you can complete your engagement and wedding band set with style and elegance which is exclusive for tension rings.


Wednesday, 16 March 2011

Exquisite diamond rings embellished with sidestones

If you think that a single would not please your fiancée, never give second thoughts to pick a ring with sidestones. The illuminating effects of a diamond solitaire multiplied with sparkling sidestones would surely impress your bride-to-be. They are the perfect choice if you want some added brilliance in the solitaire style ring. Sidestones rings have become a truly glamorous choice for engagement rings as they are available in many attractive designs. The sidestones are considered to be diamond paved path, leading to the central diamond that is raised above the rest in a prong setting. 

The best part of the sidestones in a diamond ring is that they brilliantly compliment the center diamond. The smaller rings would be running on the side of the ring and they are usually seen as engagement rings, wedding bands and even for other special occasions. Sometimes the center diamond would be flanked by two or more decorative stones. The sidestones enhance the size of the center diamond thereby making a true statement. At Novori Jewelry, there is a large collection of rings with sidestones which would make sure that something will be there that everyone loves. 

Some people find the solitaire engagement ring as too plain or too laid back. They would be seeking something more interesting and appealing. For such innovative couples, the sidestone rings would be a welcome choice. These brilliantly crafted rings are generally popular at the online jewelers where you can pick your choice and even get a customized ring. Person receiving the ring would be astonished and would surely adorn the ring’s brilliance especially if it is multi stoned. 

Rings with sidestones at Novori Jewelry would be available in 14k or 18k white or yellow gold, palladium and also platinum. Customers would be enthralled to see our widest range of selection which would be in varying prices range. In that way, the ring would fall smoothly within your budget. We offer multi tone rings like palladium and yellow gold dual metal setting that would look novel and elegant. Even though the most popular rings with sidestones have diamond at the centre, other gemstones are also used for giving a different appeal or appearance. Sapphires, emeralds, rubies and other precious stones form an excellent combination with sidestones. Even the gemstones are also used as centre stones for a difference. There is a wonderfully crafted combination of diamond and sapphire setting ring offered at Novori jewelry. Our rings are guaranteed to create the special feel for that special day.

Shapes and styles

Shapes and styles

Various ring shapes and styles exist. The following are but a few.

Flat wedding bands are the simplest form of ring that can be made. A flat wedding band basically consists of a strip of metal that is bent around into a loop and joined where the ends meet.

Half-round rings, also called D-shape rings, are flat wedding bands that are filed half-round on the outside.
Sleeve rings are rings that consist of a thin inner ring or sleeve, with several other rings stacked onto it to form one solid ring. The rings can either be soldered onto the sleeve or the ends of the sleeve can be upset (like a tube rivet) to keep them all together. A little of both can also be done.

Solitaire rings are rings with a single large stone as a centrepiece, usually a diamond.

Eternity rings are rings with stones, usually diamonds, of the same cut and size, set in one row all around the ring. The stones are usually round or square, and the setting is usually either claws or a channel setting. When the stones do not continue around the entire ring, but stop halfway around the finger, it is called a half-eternity ring.
Trinity rings or Trilogy Rings are three rings to be worn at one time.

Cluster rings are rings with a group of stones in a cluster setting, forming the focal point of the ring. The cluster setting usually consists of one large stone (usually round or oval) in the center surrounded with several smaller stones.

Tension Rings are a type of ring in which a single gemstone is held in place by pressure rather than prongs, a bezel or other mounting. The metal setting is actually spring-loaded to exert pressure onto the gemstone.

Tuesday, 15 March 2011

Customized engagement ring for a personal touch

Are you tired of off-the-rack engagement ring designs? Couples choose engagement rings to symbolize their relationship and innovative couples seek different alternatives from the usual ring designs. From simple design choices to elaborate and unique options, there are many ways to customize an engagement ring. 

Basically a customized ring is something that is made exclusively for an individual rather than duplicated for a mass market. It is possible to build an engagement ring from scratch or couples can take a mass market ring and add embellishments, enhancers or other intricate details to create a custom ring from a traditional base. 

Couples should however study the basics of different metals, settings and diamond quality before creating a ring. They must also have clear understanding of the properties of the diamond like carat weight, color, clarity and cut so that they can familiarize themselves with the structure of the diamond. Also this would help to better accentuate the stone. Similarly if the couples intend to use a different gem, they should know all about its characteristics. Couple can set off to create their own custom engagement ring one they become familiar with the ingredients that constitutes a quality piece of jewelry.

A stunning engagement ring can be made in different ways. Couples can easily create the perfect ring to match their personalities and the relationship they share through simple substitutions or full scale independent ring designs. A common way of creating a custom ring is choosing an alternative gemstone either as the center stone or accent. Due to the sentimental connection to the couple, the birthstone has become popular choices. 

They birthstones even represent the special days in the couple’s life including the upcoming wedding. If couples wish to try for more unique gems, they can consider turquoise, mystic topaz or tanzanite. If they wish to preserve the traditional sentiments of diamonds, couples can use fancy colored diamonds which would offer uniqueness too. Popular hues come in black, blue, pink and yellow. 

While considering the metal, yellow gold is the most popular engagement ring metal choice for most of couples. However people also go for platinum or white gold. Consider using less common metals like silver or titanium or even specialized gold hues like rose for a custom ring. Another metal option is multi tone rings that combine different metals into one cohesive design. For getting a more unique look, go for fused mokume gane designs. However the most common and least expensive method of customization would be engraving. 

People engrave their initials, significant date like wedding date or any special date can add a touch of personal feeling to the ring. Usually the engravings are done inside the band in either a block or script font. For a semi private configuration, couples can go for metal filigree and engraving the exterior of the ring which would be often under the setting and visible from the side. 

Once the couples find a perfect engagement ring, they can create customized ring by creating matching wedding rings that would complement the initial ring. However not every jeweler offer customized engagement rings. But there are many online jewelers would be ready to work with the couples in making a customized ring.