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A single diamond, front and center — no side stones or halos.
Why people love it: Timeless, clean, and makes the diamond the star.
-Great for: classic styles, everyday wear, lower maintenance
A ring of small diamonds that surrounds the center stone, adding sparkle and size.
Why people love it: Makes the center diamond look larger and more brilliant.
-Great for: maximizing visual impact, adding sparkle on a budget
Tiny diamonds are set beneath the center stone, only visible from certain angles.
Why people love it: Subtle sparkle that feels elevated and personal.
-Great for: a custom or modern look without being too flashy
The diamond is fully or partially surrounded by a thin metal rim.
Why people love it: Sleek, secure, and modern — no prongs to snag.
-Great for: active lifestyles, minimalist design, extra security
A center diamond with two side stones (often smaller).
Why people love it: Symbolic (past, present, future) and visually balanced.
-Great for: meaningful designs, vintage or classic appeal
Arched metal rises up to support the center diamond.
Why people love it: Elegant and structural, makes the diamond built in.
-Great for: structure, dramatic presentation, adding detail without extra stones
The diamond appears “suspended” in place using pressure from the metal.
Why people love it: Ultra-modern and sculptural
-Great for: bold design lovers — but requires precision craftsmanship
Understanding how a ring is built helps you ask better questions — and spot quality when you see it.
The top portion of the ring that holds the center stone — includes the prongs, bezel, or halo.
Tiny metal arms that hold the diamond in place. Most settings have 4 or 6.
-Rounded, even prongs = quality craftsmanship
-More prongs = more security, less visibility of the stone
The band of the ring — everything that wraps around the finger.
-Can be tapered, straight, split, or accented with diamonds.
The space underneath the center stone — where hidden halos, filigree, or design details often live.
-Clean galleries make rings easier to clean and more comfortable to wear.
The horizontal area beneath the stone connecting the shoulders of the ring.
The upper sides of the ring shank, often where side stones or design elements appear.
Profile refers to how high the center diamond sits above your finger — and it makes a big difference in both comfort and appearance.
The diamond sits close to the finger
Great for active lifestyles, gloves, or anyone who works with their hands
Usually more comfortable and less prone to catching
-Best for: daily wear, bezel settings, subtle designs
A balance between visibility and comfort
Still secure and wearable but gives the diamond a little more height
Works well with halos and side stones
-Best for: versatility and most classic designs
The diamond sits higher off the finger
Makes the stone more visible from all angles (lots of sparkle!)
Can catch on things more easily and may require extra care
-Best for: dramatic looks, cathedral settings, large center stones
At McKay Diamonds, we adjust the profile height based on your stone, your setting, and how you live. Whether you want low and practical or high and bold, we’ll help you strike the perfect balance.
Your lifestyle: Active hands? Consider bezel or low-profile.
Diamond size and shape: Some shapes work better with halos or bezels.
Maintenance needs: Prongs can loosen over time and need occasional checks.
Future changes: Thinking of resizing later? Some styles make this easier.
The setting you choose will shape the look, feel, and longevity of your engagement ring. Whether you're drawn to a clean solitaire or a fully custom hidden halo, we’ll guide you through the options — and handcraft it to fit your diamond perfectly.
Want to explore different settings in person — or sketch out something custom?
Visit McKay Diamonds and let’s design something as unique as your story.