Pave Set Platinum Wedding Bands

Why Platinum?

Platinum is a much desired precious metal for wedding bands for several reasons. It is extremely strong and much more durable than gold, and its luminescent brightness helps enhance the color and clarity of diamonds in the band. Unlike white gold or silver, platinum does not tarnish easily, and its neutrality matches many engagement rings and anniversary rings for coordinated appeal.

Why Pave?

Pave settings glimmer with richness and sophistication. In a pave setting, diamonds are carefully set along the surface of the ring to give the illusion of the ring being paved with gems. Because many engagement ring designs are increasingly elaborate, similarly elaborate pave set platinum wedding bands are beautifully coordinated and luxurious pieces to compliment that initial style. This allows couples to choose wedding bands that are just as rich and stunning as the engagement ring, therefore symbolizing the strong and beautiful commitment the couple shares.

Styles of Pave Set Platinum Wedding Bands

Contemporary wedding rings are widely varied and personalized, and couples interested in pave set rings have many options to choose from, including:

• Varying Widths: Pave designs can use a single row of stones for a delicate band or may combine multiple rows of stones for wider, bolder designs. Wide designs are particularly popular for men’s wedding rings.
• Stone Shape: Round diamonds are the most popular choice but they are far from the only option. Asscher cuts, emerald cuts, radiant cuts, and princess, baguette, and oval shapes add distinction to the ring. Some pave set rings even alternate stone shapes for more variety and textural interest.
• Number of Gems: Some pave settings will use just a few diamonds aligned along the top of the ring, while others will completely encircle the ring in an eternity ring design. Partial eternity rings extend the pave coating along the sides of the ring without completely encircling it, and three stone options are popular because they represent the couple’s past, present, and future.
• Stacking Rings: These bands are specially fashioned to fit closely against other rings so they can be worn as a cohesive set without gaps between them. This is especially important for pave rings because the edges of the diamonds may inadvertently scratch other rings if they do not fit together well.
• Micro Pave: Micro pave styles use the smallest of diamonds, even diamond chips, to coat the ring. The result is a glittering tapestry of brilliance that larger pave set stones may not be able to match.
• Graduated Sizes: Some designer wedding rings will use stones in graduated sizes to form the pave base of the ring. This gives the illusion of a delicately shaped ring and add visual interest and creativity to the piece.
• Total Carat Weight: The total carat weight of pave set wedding rings varies greatly based on the ring’s width and the number of gemstones used.
• Gem Size: Using larger gems in pave set bands gives the appearance of additional texture such as scallops or waves along the edge. This is particularly desirable if the ring will be worn without the engagement ring.
• Guards and Wraps: Diamond ring wraps and guards are popular options for pave set bands because they can be made to further enhance the beauty of the engagement ring after the wedding. This is especially popular when the engagement ring is a simpler design or a solitaire.

Finding Pave Platinum Rings

Cubic zirconia makes wide pave bands more affordable.

Because there is so much variety available, finding different designs is not difficult. All major jewelers offer a selection of pave bands to choose from, though more intricate, unusual designs may need to be specially ordered or customized. The wedding bands may be available as independent styles or as part of bridal sets or wedding ring sets.

Cost Cutting Techniques

The cost of a pave band varies from $300 for a simple, small design to several thousand dollars for larger, more elaborate rings using many more gems. The quality of the diamonds is also a factor in the ring cost, but there are several options couples can investigate to make a pave set band more affordable, including:

• Opt for cubic zirconia or another synthetic, cheaper gems instead of natural diamonds
• Alternate diamonds with semi precious gemstones for a splash of color and a smaller budget
• Choose a ring style with fewer diamonds, such as a partial eternity pave ring or an anniversary band
• Opt for a scatter set band instead of a true pave style

Pave Alternatives

Pave settings may not be appropriate for every couple. A pave ring is more delicate and may require regular repairs to replace or tighten loose gems, and it can be more difficult to clean. Couples can indulge in the luxury of multi-stone wedding bands without the risks of pave styles by choosing channel settings or other more durable designs that are just as luxurious and eye-catching. Many diamond wedding bands also use prongs instead of pave settings for greater security with a similar diamond-encrusted look.

Pave set platinum wedding bands are sophisticated and luxurious whether they are worn alone or paired with a coordinating engagement ring. Couples can choose from a range of styles, sizes, and shapes for their pave settings, and enjoy the glitter of a ring that symbolizes the bright path paved in happy memories that awaits them.