When shopping for cubic zirconia rings, one of the most popular styles is the eternity ring. However, before purchasing one of these stunning creations, there are some things you should consider, to make sure that you are comfortable with your new ring. A full CZ eternity ring can have as many as 40 stones around the band and therefore they can’t be very large or the ring will be uncomfortable to wear. That is why I suggest an alternative to a full eternity band and recommend half eternity rings or three stone designs.
Large Stone CZ Eternity Rings by Almost Diamonds
There are some very large stone CZ eternity rings like what I’m talking about at a place called Almost Diamonds. They have baguette cut stones that total 1,5 carats and are set all along the top so the ring looks like an eternity band, but the sides and back have no gems. Another version has four baguette cut CZs and are set high, and still another has 5 brilliant cut stones in a beautiful classic half eternity band set in silver. All these styles have larger than average stones and all have a total weight of around 1.5 carats or more. None are over $40, so they’re really affordable pieces.
Another option is to choose a unique CZ eternity ring that has 2.5 carats of sparkling CZs in a princess cut, but the three stones are set together so the top of the band appears to be a solid long curved diamond. There is no metal separating the stones. This style is more expensive, but still under $70. For another option try choosing cannel set designs that allow for larger stones that don’t stick out or get caught on clothes like the large prong set stones tend to do. A channel set eternity band that has about 7 stones and weighs a total of about 1 carat and is set in sterling silver will cost about $40.
Create the illusion of larger stone….
There’s a fun way to create the illusion of larger stones without having huge prong set CZs catching on everything or being uncomfortable on the back side of your finger and that is to choose a setting that has three or four large stones on the top, prong set is okay, and then a series of pave or bezel or channel set stones around the rest of the band. No it’s not a classic eternity ring. But it can allow you to have the look of a 2 or more carat ring with the comfort of smaller stones.
In conclusion, if you want really large stones in you eternity band, I do not recommend going with a full band. The most stones you will want for comfort and a balanced design will be 4 or 5 large stones or up to 7 medium ones. Go for channel settings and baguette cut stones and you can have more sparkle and comfort all in one.
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