Are there names for types of halos?

[Gypsy]

These would at least let you get a band next to your ring with little or no gap,

 

[Gypsy]

This is actually the ring (in platinum though) I think suits your style the best, now that I've seen it. It does have the "arms", but so does yours. Your rings arms just don't have the cut outs, but they are there. And you could have this design modified to make the "arms" (shoulders) not have the cut outs.

It's a Singlestone ring so it's REALLY freaking expensive. But since you would want it modified anyway, you can get a custom ring inspired by it done by Brilliantly Engaged. They have already done one ring that was inspired by this design (without the halo, just the shank and shoulder design) and they could easily modify that design with a halo for you. And it would probably cost around 4k for the setting.

https://www.1stdibs.com/jewelry/rings/engagement-rings/old-european-cut-diamond-halo-engagement-ring/id-j_147186/

It would be a standalone ring.

 

[cookiebuttermonster]

Okay, I hope I uploaded my pic correctly.

This is a silver ring I own that is actually a good example.

I like how the shank runs right into the basket.

I also like the basket. I am open to ones that are plain like this, or maybe have something going on. But I don't like the really open or exposed ones.

I am wondering if in the event I do find a setting like this, if a band would fit flush? Maybe I would need one like this except slightly raised so it could have a band next to it.

Has anyone seen a bezel halo like this? (basket/shank)

Gypsy your ring is very pretty!

Okay that's similar to what I was picturing when you mentioned a full metal basket! It's a sort of modern/contemporary/rustic look. I'm sure it could be modified to allow a band to sit flush, although the band may wind up going sort of under the basket, iykwim.

You do want a diamond halo, right? Not just a bezel, but a bezel with a diamond halo?

Here's a rustic/modern bezel halo with full metal basket by Green Lake that would allow a band to sit flush. It doesn't have shoulders, but could be modified to have them: http://www.greenlakejewelry.com/gallery/gallery_detail.aspx?ImgID=73619

Here's a bezel halo metal basket that has shoulders, but wouldn't allow a flush band. Again something that could be modified: http://www.greenlakejewelry.com/gallery/gallery_detail.aspx?ImgID=96959

This is a bezel halo with a petal design basket, and cathedral shoulders. This one looks like it would leave a small gap. http://www.greenlakejewelry.com/gallery/gallery_detail.aspx?ImgID=95801

I would inquire with DK for a custom (Green Lake does lovely work but runs on the pricey side, so depends on your budget). I've seen him do a variety of eclectic styles.

 

[iwantsparkle]

Okay, I hope I uploaded my pic correctly.

This is a silver ring I own that is actually a good example.

I like how the shank runs right into the basket.

I also like the basket. I am open to ones that are plain like this, or maybe have something going on. But I don't like the really open or exposed ones.

I am wondering if in the event I do find a setting like this, if a band would fit flush? Maybe I would need one like this except slightly raised so it could have a band next to it.

Hmm, that's not really what I was envisioning. It's honestly... a lot of metal from the side view. I don't know how else to put it. Do you want a ring that's exactly like that? Then I think custom may be the way to go, to get exactly what you want. Are you able to wear a band flush with that ring? If not, there's your answer.

It reminds me a lot of OneGarnetGirl's designs: https://www.etsy.com/listing/106479877/14k-rose-gold-and-oregon-sunstone-halo

A setting like that may or may not allow for a band to sit flush, because the angle of the metal surrounding the stone and where it connects to the shank may push the band away from the shank. Depending on how wide the band you wear with it is, it may or may not work. The shank would need to be pretty wide (like, nearly as wide as the diamond/halo, which could be pretty wide), or the center stone/halo width in good proportion to the shank (so a smaller stone with a narrower shank, or a larger stone with a wider shank). You can see in the OneGarnetGirl listing that she's paired that ring with a very curved band. This is why most halo settings have cathedral sides to support the center stone/halo, as well as allow for a band to be worn flush or close to flush. Having a bunch of metal surrounding the center stone is going to make a flush band really difficult. Unless you go custom, you may have to choose one or the other.

I like OneGarnetGIrls designs.

I love the honest feedback here because it is so helpful. I agree the metal might be too much?

Maybe I can find a basket style ring that allows more light? I don't love the curved bands, and I do want a band to fit. Maybe it just beeds to be slightly less metal in the basket part, or up higher? Or both.

I just don't prefer the shank to have cathedral arms. Or for the stone to be totally visible. Hmm.

 

[iwantsparkle]

Okay, I hope I uploaded my pic correctly.

This is a silver ring I own that is actually a good example.

I like how the shank runs right into the basket.

I also like the basket. I am open to ones that are plain like this, or maybe have something going on. But I don't like the really open or exposed ones.

I am wondering if in the event I do find a setting like this, if a band would fit flush? Maybe I would need one like this except slightly raised so it could have a band next to it.

Has anyone seen a bezel halo like this? (basket/shank)

Gypsy your ring is very pretty!

Okay that's similar to what I was picturing when you mentioned a full metal basket! It's a sort of modern/contemporary/rustic look. I'm sure it could be modified to allow a band to sit flush, although the band may wind up going sort of under the basket, iykwim.

You do want a diamond halo, right? Not just a bezel, but a bezel with a diamond halo?

Here's a rustic/modern bezel halo with full metal basket by Green Lake that would allow a band to sit flush. It doesn't have shoulders, but could be modified to have them: http://www.greenlakejewelry.com/gallery/gallery_detail.aspx?ImgID=73619

Here's a bezel halo metal basket that has shoulders, but wouldn't allow a flush band. Again something that could be modified: http://www.greenlakejewelry.com/gallery/gallery_detail.aspx?ImgID=96959

This is a bezel halo with a petal design basket, and cathedral shoulders. This one looks like it would leave a small gap. http://www.greenlakejewelry.com/gallery/gallery_detail.aspx?ImgID=95801

I would inquire with DK for a custom (Green Lake does lovely work but runs on the pricey side, so depends on your budget). I've seen him do a variety of eclectic styles.

The first two are nice and how I picture the shank and basket. Maybe a little too rustic overall (maybe I'd do a sleeker band or add pave to the band or something).

I also like how the third own is still basket but does have the design (floral cutout?) element to give it something more and make it less rustic.

I'm just surprised at how many bezel halos don't have the basket part. Or so it seems thus far?

It is important to me that a band fit pretty closely to the e-ring if I go the halo route.

 

[iwantsparkle]

This is actually the ring (in platinum though) I think suits your style the best, now that I've seen it. It does have the "arms", but so does yours. Your rings arms just don't have the cut outs, but they are there. And you could have this design modified to make the "arms" (shoulders) not have the cut outs.

It's a Singlestone ring so it's REALLY freaking expensive. But since you would want it modified anyway, you can get a custom ring inspired by it done by Brilliantly Engaged. They have already done one ring that was inspired by this design (without the halo, just the shank and shoulder design) and they could easily modify that design with a halo for you. And it would probably cost around 4k for the setting.

https://www.1stdibs.com/jewelry/rings/engagement-rings/old-european-cut-diamond-halo-engagement-ring/id-j_147186/

It would be a standalone ring.

I like this ring the more I look at it. Esp if they could skip the cutouts or maybe the tiny diamonds underneath. (But not a super big deal if they stayed.)

I wonder if it would be a standalone or I'd still think it needs a band? (Which might not fit. But if they had to make something then maybe it could be modified somehow?)

I really love the feel of the Love Affair Diamonds rings. I was really tempted to do that thing where you borrow one for 3 days.

I just wish the basket were more like I'd envisioned. They seem a bit open and up really high. (Which, hello! A band needs to be able to fit.)

I am rambling now...

 

[rubybeth]

I really love the feel of the Love Affair Diamonds rings. I was really tempted to do that thing where you borrow one for 3 days.

I just wish the basket were more like I'd envisioned. They seem a bit open and up really high. (Which, hello! A band needs to be able to fi

Do it. Get a few settings and try them out. Trying on rings in person can be a real eye opener. Sometimes the style you love doesn't look right on your hand, or you notice details you'd change. I was going to suggest shopping locally at multiple jewelry stores to try on some different styles to be sure you don't like a more classic halo or other design. Or maybe you decide you don't need a band, or that you're willing to have a higher setting to accommodate one. Or you decide all rings are "too high" and you get a plain wedding band instead. All rings have the potential to get knocked around, and some styles need to be babied more than others. Halos can be delicate and need some babying, regardless of how low they are.

The other thing I want to point out is that some women don't wear their engagement rings constantly. You may be one of those that, for work or other reasons, doesn't wear your ring all the time. And rings should be taken off for certain activities (I'm bad about this, but some women take them off every night for sleep, and for the gym, showers, etc.). So if you are thinking you need low profile because of your job or something, you may just end up leaving the ring at home anyway for those activities since it's simpler. I have one cousin who works in a medical field who leaves hers at home when she works, and another cousin also in a similar field and she has a pretty high solitaire setting and she has no problem getting gloves over it so she wears it constantly. You just never know what might be workable.

 

[Gypsy]

This is actually the ring (in platinum though) I think suits your style the best, now that I've seen it. It does have the "arms", but so does yours. Your rings arms just don't have the cut outs, but they are there. And you could have this design modified to make the "arms" (shoulders) not have the cut outs.

It's a Singlestone ring so it's REALLY freaking expensive. But since you would want it modified anyway, you can get a custom ring inspired by it done by Brilliantly Engaged. They have already done one ring that was inspired by this design (without the halo, just the shank and shoulder design) and they could easily modify that design with a halo for you. And it would probably cost around 4k for the setting.

https://www.1stdibs.com/jewelry/rings/engagement-rings/old-european-cut-diamond-halo-engagement-ring/id-j_147186/

It would be a standalone ring.

I like this ring the more I look at it. Esp if they could skip the cutouts or maybe the tiny diamonds underneath. (But not a super big deal if they stayed.)

I wonder if it would be a standalone or I'd still think it needs a band? (Which might not fit. But if they had to make something then maybe it could be modified somehow?)

I really love the feel of the Love Affair Diamonds rings. I was really tempted to do that thing where you borrow one for 3 days.

I just wish the basket were more like I'd envisioned. They seem a bit open and up really high. (Which, hello! A band needs to be able to fit.)

I am rambling now...

Get one of the Love Affair rings and try it out and see what you think.

That said, I think this Singlestone design, with the cut outs removed, would be close to a "not totally custom" start from scratch project as you could get if you wanted a really low, bezel halo. And you could ask Love Affair if they can make something very close to it for you-- again without the small diamonds under the shoulders and without the cut outs.

And I really don't think you need a band with it. It's a very nice design for a stand alone.

 

[Gypsy]

How about this profile : http://www.ebay.com/itm/380932753220?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT Obviously you would want a bezel set center with the halo. But it has the solid metal look you want, and it will allow a flush fit band.

 

[VRBeauty]

You might also want to check out Heart of Water on Etsy - you might like some of her baskets.

https://www.etsy.com/shop/HeartofWaterJewels

 

[rubybeth]

A few options from Knox:

https://www.knoxjewelers.biz/products/design-3318
https://www.knoxjewelers.biz/products/monarch
https://www.knoxjewelers.biz/products/design-2591
https://www.knoxjewelers.biz/products/flare

 

[arkieb1]

I hope I am not overstepping but if you want to put a diamond into a big thick deep basket they become a huge pain in the backside to keep clean, dirt and grime gets trapped up in underneath the stone and behind up underneath the bezel and even with windex, jeweller quality cleaning solutions and a ultrasonic cleaner it's a major pain in the backside to get out. I used to have a ring with plain thick bezel sides much like the Flare ring directly above many eons ago and it was really difficult to keep the stone sparkling because of cleaning issues.

 

[iwantsparkle]

I hope I am not overstepping but if you want to put a diamond into a big thick deep basket they become a huge pain in the backside to keep clean, dirt and grime gets trapped up in underneath the stone and behind up underneath the bezel and even with windex, jeweller quality cleaning solutions and a ultrasonic cleaner it's a major pain in the backside to get out. I used to have a ring with plain thick bezel sides much like the Flare ring directly above many eons ago and it was really difficult to keep the stone sparkling because of cleaning issues.

OK. I think you are right.

It may be a pain to clean, which may take away sparkle.

We went to look at rings again, and I did try on some halos.

I tried on the open/no basket halo by Ritani:

https://www.reeds.com/Ritani-Halo-Micropav-Diamond-Semi-Mount-1-3ctw-plu19537737.html

I did really like the look of the halo, and I also liked the shank. It was comfortable.
I didn't like the openness/no basket part.

This one looks nice, but when I scroll down to real pictures, the metal circle seems thicker to me:

http://www.bluenile.com/build-your-own-ring/bezel-set-pave-diamond-platinum-engagement-ring_49865?elem=img&track=product

The band of metal surrounding the diamond. It looks a bit wider than what I guess I thought it would be.
I wonder if there is a version somewhere with a daintier circle, either milgrain or plain/polished?

I am also revisiting the idea of a standalone ring.

Anyways, I just wanted to circle back to say "hi." I am still poking around in old posts here!

 

[Gypsy]

Any update?