Understanding This Piece
About the Natural Diamond
Natural diamonds form deep within the earth over 1–3 billion years under extreme heat and pressure — making each stone genuinely irreplaceable. Diamonds rank 10 on the Mohs hardness scale (the hardest natural material on earth), so they resist scratches better than any other gemstone and are uniquely suited for daily-wear jewelry. Every natural diamond we sell over 0.50ct ships with a GIA or comparable independent grading report documenting its carat weight, color, clarity, and cut precision. Natural diamonds hold their value over decades and carry strong heirloom resale demand.
About 10K White Gold
10K white gold blends 41.7% pure gold with palladium, silver, and zinc, then plates the surface with rhodium for a brilliant cool-white finish. The higher alloy content makes it the most affordable and hardest-wearing white gold available — ideal for daily-wear bands. The rhodium plating wears down over 12–24 months of constant wear and needs replating to restore the bright white; we include this service free for life on every 10K white gold piece purchased from our Atlanta location.
About the Halo Setting
A halo setting frames the center diamond with a ring of small pavé diamonds — typically adding 20–30% to the perceived size of the center stone at typical viewing distance. A 1.0ct halo center reads visually closer to a 1.5ct solitaire. Halos amplify both sparkle and presence on the hand and are particularly popular for oval, cushion, and round center stones. The trade-off is more small stones to maintain — annual prong inspection is recommended (included free with every halo ring purchased at our Atlanta atelier).