Key Features of Floating Halo Engagement Ring Style

_{A Floating Halo Engagement Ring}

If you like most others who are looking for information online about floating halo engagement rings, or for that matter anything related to ‘floating’ fine jewellery, you will likely run into a sparsity of information on the subject.

In fact, the topic of floating engagement rings, halo or otherwise is a relatively new addition to the world of fine jewellery. Since that is the case, on this Education page we will attempt to provide some useful information on the key features and character floating halo engagement rings. It must be said that this is a relatively new subject, so it is important to start with some definitions.

What is a Floating Diamond Engagement Ring?

Before we get to the floating halo engagement ring, the first question is what is meant by a floating engagement ring. Whilst we have used the term diamond in the middle, it does not matter what the main gemstone in question is, the concept of ‘floating’ is a specific design that is defined by the unique placement of the main or centre stone.

The basic idea of a floating engagement ring is that the centre stone is held apart and some way above the crown upon which it is placed. The term ‘floating’ refers to the idea of the main gemstone being held above the, with visible space between the gallery and the prongs, which are often what holds the main gemstone in place in this ring design.

So the idea of a floating gemstone is that it produces kinda like a flying saucer effect, somewhat akin to a tension ring setting, however, it differs in that the prongs or structures that hold the gemstone in place remain visible. The key difference is in the effect that it produces.

As noted the specific structure that holds the main gemstone in place will vary depending on the ring setting. From prongs being the most popular to tensile and in more complex designs, even bezels. The key lies in the ability of the ring design to pull off a floating diamond or gemstone effect.

_{A Triple Floating Halo Engagement Ring}

What Defines a Floating Halo Engagement Ring?

Right with that foundation of what a floating engagement ring is in place, let us move to the topic of floating halo engagement rings. In the floating halo design what we are looking at is a ring that maintains the fundamentals of the floating engagement ring, but then introduces the classical halo styles that are so popular in the engagement ring world.

The halo setting, as the reader may know refers to a ring style that features a single large stone at the centre (the centre stone) which is then surrounded by a circle or halo of tiny accent stones that surrounds it. Giving a distinct glow to the ring, with an additional number of diamonds or the gemstone of your preference. In some instances, these halo designs can feature multiple circles or halos of accent stones. 

For our discussion on floating halo engagement rings, the key factor is the one the elevated position of the centre stone, which is then matched by the halo that is set apart from it. Generating the effect of a diamond that is surrounded by gems that appear to be floating around it.

Now depending on the particular design of the floating halo engagement ring, the halo of accent stones can be found to be sitting a level or two above the gallery, and yet apart from the centre stone that sits slightly atop it. Or they lie at the same elevation by with the noticeable disconnect, producing the floating centre stone effect.

Factors to Consider when buying a Floating Halo Engagement Ring

The first point to note is that the floating halo engagement ring, and the floating setting in general, is not for everyone. You must have a particular preference for this style, for it is somewhat outlandish but stylish. You will definitely garner some attention when opting for this ring design but there are factors to consider.

Another factor when it comes to floating halo engagement rings is that they are somewhat hard to come by. Similar to the lack of info on these ring designs, not many fine jewellery companies offer floating halo engagement rings, so you may have to shop around. On the plus side, when you do get such an offer, you can request some customisation, as these ring designs provide ample opportunity for such additions. This takes us to the main strengths of floating halo engagement rings.

Is Floating Halo Design Strong Enough?

As with all halo ring settings, there is the chance that the ring is susceptible to knocks leading to one or more of the accent stone chipping or even breaking. Now, this can be avoided if the ring with worn with care, or if you reserve your time wearing the engagement ring to occasion where there is less chance for such knocks. At the same time those who have an active outdoor life and are intent on wearing their ring all the time, then you may have to think a bit carefully.

Strengths of a Floating Halo Engagement Ring

As noted the floating halo engagement ring incorporates the core strengths of the classical halo design: so we have one or more halos of gemstones surrounding the main stone. Though when it comes to featuring an additional halo, that is elevated, that will rest on the skill of the crating process. The addition of more gemstones increases the overall sparkle of the ring, provided it involves diamond accent stones or top diamond alternatives or simulants like moissanite.

The floating halo engagement ring, and in some ways the floating diamond ring, can be seen as a wonderful combination of the old and the new. The halo design and its elevated gemstone placements, with a prong or trellis upholding it, can generate a vintage feel. This may suit buyers who are opting for a diamond ring that captures that sense of a past era that is brought to the present. However the floating halo engagement ring with its elevated style, which in some ways is inspired by the tension setting, connects with a modern sensibility: with tension-like hold in rings, that is topped off with a circle or halo elevated gemstones with the distance between them gives rise to a novel effect.

What makes the Floating Halo Design Special

Arguably the most significant factor that separates the floating halo engagement ring is the distinct visual effect. Which is somewhat of a rarity in the gemstone world. In a time when people are constantly looking to differentiate themselves in terms of the look and over feel of their diamond or coloured gemstone engagement ring, the floating halo adds a new level of complexity and variation for those who wish to showcase something unique in terms of their choice of engagement ring.