{"id":13116,"date":"2023-02-28T16:21:55","date_gmt":"2023-02-28T16:21:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/?p=13116"},"modified":"2025-12-10T21:31:33","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T21:31:33","slug":"parts-of-a-ring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/parts-of-a-ring\/","title":{"rendered":"Parts of a Ring: The Anatomy of an Engagement Ring"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 10<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-62px|auto||auto||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; min_height=&#8221;51px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;25px|||||&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Buying any piece of jewelry can be a straightforward or complex process, depending on the research you do beforehand. This is especially true when shopping for an engagement ring. Understanding the different terminology associated with jewelry and the anatomy of jewelry items like rings can help ease your search immensely. To assist in your ring-buying journey, we&#8217;ve created this visual guide that&#8217;s designed to break down all things rings, from their structural components to different design considerations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>The Different Parts of an Engagement Ring<\/h2>\n<p>There are several key parts that make up a ring&#8217;s anatomy. Knowing how to differentiate these parts can help you explore your options and communicate your preferences during the buying process. Continue reading to learn more about the different parts of an engagement ring. <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ring-anatomy.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" alt=\"anatomy of a ring\" class=\"wp-image-13371 aligncenter size-full\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ring-anatomy.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ring-anatomy-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ring-anatomy-768x427.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Head: <\/strong>T<span>he head of a ring is made up of the center stone and the metal that surrounds the stone.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Center Stone: <\/strong>The center stone is the largest, central stone in a ring.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prongs: <\/strong><span>The prongs of a ring are the metal pieces that hold the stone(s) in place.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Gallery: <\/strong>The gallery can be seen from the side of the ring and is the area of a ring that fits over the top of the finger (the underside of the mounted center stone).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shoulder:<\/strong>The shoulder is the uppermost part of the shank that connects to the head\/basket.<strong><br \/><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Shank: <\/strong>The shank is the metal base, also known as the band, that goes around the finger.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sizing Bar: <\/strong>The sizing bar is the area at the base of the shank where a jeweler can resize the ring.<strong><br \/><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Hallmark:<\/strong> A hallmark refers to the markings on the inner part of the shank indicating the precious metal and purity (i.e., 14K, Plat, etc.).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#a5a5a5&#8243; divider_style=&#8221;dashed&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Center Stone Setting<\/h3>\n<p><span>The center stone is the central stone in a ring. It is the largest stone if other stones are present. Below are six popular center stone settings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Solitaire Setting&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/solitaire-1.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;solitaire setting diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">A timeless classic, the solitaire setting features a single center gemstone. Traditionally, the stone is set high in the mounting to maximize the diamond&#8217;s exposure to light, enhancing its brilliance.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Halo Setting&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/halo.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;halo setting diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">A halo setting consists of a thin band of diamonds or gemstones surrounding the center stone. This halo accent can make the center stone appear larger than it actually is.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Double Halo Setting&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/double-halo.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;double halo setting diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">A double halo setting consists of two thin bands of diamonds or gemstones surrounding the center stone, drawing more light and making the center stone appear larger.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Bezel Setting&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/bezel.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;bezel setting diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">A bezel setting has a single ring of metal that secures the center stone, wrapping around its circumference. No prongs are used, so this setting is slightly more secure and ideal for wearers with an active lifestyle.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;East-West Setting&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/east-west.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;east west setting diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">An east-west setting places the center stone horizontally on the band. The stones in east-west settings are usually fancy shapes like an oval or emerald.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Three-Stone Setting&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/three-stone.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;three stone setting diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">A three-stone setting is a ring with three diamonds or gemstones in a row. The center stone is typically more prominent, and this setting is meant to symbolize the couple&#8217;s past, present and future.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#a5a5a5&#8243; divider_style=&#8221;dashed&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Head<\/h3>\n<p>The head, also referred to as the crown, of a ring refers to the part of the setting that holds the center stone in place. The head is made up of prongs, of which many options are available to keep the stone secure. Below are six of the most common types of heads used on rings.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Basket Head&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/basket-head-ring-part.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;basket head diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">A basket head secures the center stone in a basket shape and is often used for larger stones that need a lower profile.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Peg Head&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/peg-head-ring-part.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;peg head diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span>A peg head is soldered onto the shank separately and holds the center stone in a higher profile position.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Trellis Head&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/trellis-head-ring-part.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;trellis head diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span>A trellis head uses interwoven prongs to secure the center stone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Tulip Head&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/tulip-head-ring-part.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;tulip head diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">A tulip head has prongs shaped like a tulip&#8217;s petals and can add an elegant look to a ring.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Low Set Head&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/low-profile.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;low profile diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span>A low set head allows the center stone to sit low in a mounting so it can maintain a low profile.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;High Set Head&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/high-profile.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;high profile diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">A high set head is a standard design that allows the center stone to sit higher to show off the stone better.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#a5a5a5&#8243; divider_style=&#8221;dashed&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Prongs<\/h3>\n<p>Prongs are the metal pieces of the ring that hold the stones in place. Prongs expose the girdle of the center stone, allowing the maximum amount of light to enter from all angles. The more prongs a ring has, the more secure the stone is. Here are six prong options to be aware of.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Four Prong&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/4-prongs.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;4 prong diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">One of the most common prong styles, four prong rings leave more of the center stone exposed and are easy to repair.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Six Prong&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/6-prongs.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;6 prong diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The six-prong style is recommended for stones larger than one carat that require additional support.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Double Prongs&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/double-prong.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;double prong diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Double prongs take the classic four-prong style and split each prong creating a more secure hold for unique diamond shapes like cushions and emeralds.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Claw Prong&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/claw-prong.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;claw prong diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span>Claw prongs taper off as they reach the center stone into a fine point.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;V-Prong&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/v-prong.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;v prong diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">V-prongs are fittingly shaped like the letter V to provide additional protection for stones with vulnerable corners that could chip like princess cut or pear-shaped stones.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; 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This is an excellent option for someone with an active lifestyle, as the side stones are surrounded by metal and are very secure and protected.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Bead &#038; Bright-Cut\/Pinpoint&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/bead-bright-setting.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;v prong diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Bead and bright-cut\/pinpoint accent stones secure the stones with prongs set in a channel to keep everything in place.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Pav\u00e9&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pave-setting.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;pave set stones&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Pav\u00e9 is a bead setting where each accent stone is set into a recessed hole in the mounting and held in place by tiny metal beads attached to the side stone&#8217;s girdle.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Surface Prong&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/surface-prong-setting.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;channel set stones&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Surface prong accent stones feature small shared prongs raised slightly above the surface of the metal that secure the accent stones.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Shared Prong&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/shared-prong-setting.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;v prong diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Often used to hold larger accent stones in place, a shared prong basket head is a structured design with thin prongs and a metal bar. Accent stones are set side by side, &#8220;sharing&#8221; a prong with the stone next to it.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Bezel&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/bezel-setting.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;bezel set stones&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span>Bezel set accent stones are held in place by a thin metal rim.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Half Bezel&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/half-bezel-setting.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;half bezel set stones&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Half-bezel accent stones have a metal rim that partially encompasses the accent stones.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Bar&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/bar-setting.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;bar set stones&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Bar set accent stones are held in place by small walls of enclosed metal.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Gypsy\/Flush&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/gypsy-flush-setting.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;gypsy flush set accent stones&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Gypsy\/flush accent stones are set directly into the metal shank, and no prongs are present.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#a5a5a5&#8243; divider_style=&#8221;dashed&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Side Stones<\/h3>\n<p>Not to be confused with accent stones, side stones are set on either side of the center stone. 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title_tablet=&#8221;Half Moon&#8221; title_phone=&#8221;Half Moon&#8221; title_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Crescent&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/crescent.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;crescent side stones diagram&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#a5a5a5&#8243; divider_style=&#8221;dashed&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Shank<\/h3>\n<p>A ring&#8217;s shank, more commonly referred to as the band, is the metal base of the ring that goes around the finger. It starts and stops at the head\/basket.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Traditional Shank&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/traditional-1.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;traditional shank&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The ring&#8217;s band is perfectly round.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Euro Style Shank&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/euro-1.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;euro style shank&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The bottom of the band is slightly flattened and squared off on the outer edge, meant to keep the ring from spinning on the wearer&#8217;s finger.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Cathedral Shank&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/cathedral-1.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;cathedral shank&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This shank style allows you to see the center stone from the side, with arches on either side to protect the stone. It gets its name from the aesthetic similarities to old cathedrals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_4,1_4,1_4,1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Straight&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/straight.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;straight shank&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The ring&#8217;s band is straight, with no tapers or splits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Tapered&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/tapered.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;tapered shank&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span>The ring&#8217;s band tapers off into a thinner section away from the center stone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Reverse Tapered&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/reverse-taper.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;reverse tapered shank&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span>The ring&#8217;s band tapers into a thinner section towards the center stone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Knife Edge&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/knife-edge.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;knife edge shank&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span>This band contains two slanted sides that create the appearance of a sharp razor outer edge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_4,1_4,1_4,1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Split&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/split-shank.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;split shank&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span>The ring&#8217;s band splits in two and then joins back together where the center stone is set.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Bypass&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/bypass.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;bypass shank&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span>Each end of the ring&#8217;s band bypasses the other, wrapping around the center stone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Swirl&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/swirl.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;swirl shank&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span>The ring&#8217;s band swirls around the center stone, creating a halo effect.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Criss Cross&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/criss-cross.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;criss cross shank&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">This band is a split shank style, with each shank crossing over the other until they meet where the center stone is set.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#a5a5a5&#8243; divider_style=&#8221;dashed&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Ring Design Techniques<\/h3>\n<p>Add a little something extra to the band of your ring with these unique design techniques.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Milgrain&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/milgrain.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;milgrain&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Milgrain uses small metal beading to accent the edge of a setting or to add a pattern to a halo or bezel set ring. Milgrain is common in antique or\u00a0<\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/vintage-engagement-ring-settings\" class=\"editor-rtfLink\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">vintage-inspired rings<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Filigree&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/filigree.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;filigree&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Also common with antique or vintage-inspired rings, filigree is an embellishment on the shank or gallery of a ring consisting of spirals and swirls. <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Engraving&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/engraving.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;engraving&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Engraving involves carving a specified design or message into the metal of the shank. 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