Question 1

What is a solitaire engagement ring?

Accepted Answer

A solitaire engagement ring is a single diamond on a band, with no side or accent stones. It is the classic, timeless engagement ring — the setting shows off one center stone and nothing competes with it. Every setting in the grid above holds one diamond as a solitaire.

Browse the solitaire settings to see the styles up close.

Question 2

How much does a solitaire engagement ring cost?

Accepted Answer

A solitaire engagement ring costs the setting plus the diamond. A plain solitaire setting holds just one stone, so it usually costs less than a halo or pavé setting. The diamond's price depends mostly on carat weight. Because prices change daily, we show today's live prices below instead of a fixed figure.

Color, clarity and cut move the price too. See today's prices: solitaire settings · lab grown diamonds

Question 3

Which diamond shape looks best as a solitaire?

Accepted Answer

Any shape works as a solitaire, because there are no side stones to match. Round is the most popular and the most brilliant; oval looks larger for its weight; emerald and asscher give a clean, step-cut look. A solitaire shows the whole stone, so pick a well-cut one. Choose your shape from the tiles above.

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Question 4

Four prongs or six prongs?

Accepted Answer

Six prongs hold a round diamond more securely and give it a rounder outline; four prongs show a little more of the stone and suit fancy shapes like a princess or emerald. Both are safe on a well-made setting — it comes down to the look you prefer.

Question 5

What wedding band goes with a solitaire engagement ring?

Accepted Answer

A straight wedding band sits flush against most solitaires, for a clean, classic pair. If your solitaire sits high, is set east-west, or has a wide band, a curved or shaped band may fit closer. Match the metal, or mix metals on purpose.

Not sure which band fits your setting? See our wedding bands, or ask us.

Question 6

Which metals can I choose for a solitaire engagement ring?

Accepted Answer

Every solitaire setting comes in platinum or in 14K or 18K gold, in yellow, white or rose. White gold and platinum look bright and cool; yellow and rose gold look warm, and a warm metal lets you choose a slightly lower color grade. Platinum costs more than gold.

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