Classic Clear Engagement Ring

Highlights

• The prong setting leaves the round cubic zirconia open to light from the sides.
• A clear engagement design centers on round-cut cubic zirconia.

Good to Know

• rhodium plated over lead free alloy (brass) provides a bright white, reflective surface.
• The lead free alloy is formulated without lead.
• The surface layer can wear through over years of wear on a ring.
• Polishing compounds and dips can thin the surface layer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the ring solid metal or plated?

The ring is rhodium plated over lead free alloy (brass). The alloy forms its shape and weight, while the plating is the surface a wearer sees and touches. Rhodium is a bright white, highly reflective member of the platinum family.

How does the prong setting affect the stone?

The round cubic zirconia is held in prongs. A prong setting grips a stone at a few points and leaves the remainder open, allowing more light to reach it from the sides than a closed setting allows. The listed stone size is 8 (mm).

What does the clear stone material mean?

The clear stone is cubic zirconia with a round cut. Cubic zirconia is laboratory-grown and is cut to the same facet proportions used for fine gemstones, so it returns light in the same way. The 2.31 ct figure is total stone weight.

How to Care for Your Classic Clear Engagement Ring

1. Clean the piece with soap, water, and a soft cloth.
2. Avoid polishing compounds and dips, which can thin the surface layer.
3. Ask a jeweller about re-plating if surface wear develops over years of wear.