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Three Stone Engagement Rings
A center stone flanked by two side stones. Several designs mix a colored center with diamond sides, or the reverse.
Oval shape / Mixed stones / Yellow gold, Platinum
Three Stone Engagement Rings
In shortA three stone engagement ring sets one larger center stone between two smaller side stones. The most balanced designs use side stones roughly one third to one half the center's carat weight. Pear, tapered baguette and trapezoid side stones suit elongated centers such as ovals and emerald cuts, while rounds suit round centers.
Updated by Taya Sel
Three stone rings spread their visual weight across the finger, so they suit people who like presence without height. The pairing between center and side stones decides whether the ring looks unified or busy.
Shape pairings that tend to work
| Center stone | Side stones that complement it |
|---|---|
| Round | Rounds, half-moons |
| Oval | Pears, tapered baguettes |
| Emerald cut | Tapered baguettes, trapezoids |
| Cushion | Trapezoids, smaller cushions |
| Pear | Rounds, marquise sides |
Keep the color and brightness of the three stones reasonably consistent, since side stones that are noticeably warmer or duller than the center stand out on the hand.
Frequently asked questions
Can a three stone ring mix colored and white stones?
Yes. A sapphire or ruby center with diamond sides is a long-standing combination, and a white center with colored sides is a softer way to add color.
Do three stone rings suit small hands?
They can, provided the side stones are kept small so the ring does not cover the whole width of the finger. Try on or measure the total face-up width before buying.