The engagement ring setting is just as important as the stone itself. It affects sparkle, security, comfort, and long-term wear. This guide explains the meaning and benefits of popular engagement ring settings.
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Solitaire Setting – Timeless Love & Simplicity
The solitaire setting symbolises pure, undivided love. It highlights the centre stone and remains timeless. Suitable for round, oval, emerald, and radiant cut stones.
Halo Setting – Brilliance & Visual Impact
Halo settings symbolise protection and enhance sparkle and size. They pair beautifully with oval, cushion, pear, round, and radiant cut stones.
Pavé Setting – Romance & Continuous Sparkle
Pavé bands symbolise romance and brilliance, adding sparkle without overpowering the centre stone. Ideal for round, oval, and radiant cut centres.
Hidden Halo Setting – Subtle Luxury & Meaning
Hidden halos represent understated elegance and hidden depth. Well-suited to round, oval, cushion, and radiant cut stones.
Bezel Setting – Strength, Security & Modern Design
Bezel settings symbolise strength and security, offering excellent protection and a clean aesthetic. Best suited to oval, emerald, and round stones, with selective radiant cut designs.
Three-Stone Setting – Past, Present & Future
Three-stone rings symbolise a couple’s journey together. They suit round, oval, emerald, and radiant cut stones.
Engagement Ring Setting Comparison
|
Setting |
Symbolism |
Sparkle |
Protection |
|
Solitaire |
Pure love |
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|
Halo |
Eternal support |
★★★★★ |
★★★★■ |
|
Pavé |
Romance |
★★★★★ |
★★★■■ |
|
Hidden Halo |
Subtle elegance |
★★★★■ |
★★★★■ |
|
Bezel |
Strength |
★★★■■ |
★★★★★ |
|
Three-Stone |
Past–Present–Future |
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★★★★■ |
Custom Engagement Rings in Cape Town
ApolloGem specialises in custom-designed engagement rings crafted in Cape Town using moissanite and lab-grown diamonds.
Contact us at :
Office 213, 50 Long St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Mon - Fri, 10am - 4pm
E-mail: info@apollogem.com
Phone: +27 82 927 30 43
ApolloGem – The Brilliance You Can Believe In.





