Looking for a timeless, meaningful piece of jewellery that can be worn every day and still turn heads? Diamond eternity rings in 18k gold are the ultimate symbol of everlasting love and are fast becoming one of the most popular fine jewellery choices — whether for a wedding band, anniversary gift or pushing present. Here's everything you need to know before choosing the right one.
The History of Eternity Rings
Eternity rings date back to the 18th century, traditionally set with matching stones like paste or topaz in gold bands. These rings were seen as powerful romantic gestures, often gifted to mark important milestones in a marriage.
The modern diamond eternity ring became popular in the 1960s thanks to a clever De Beers marketing campaign. With an oversupply of small diamonds, De Beers reimagined the eternity ring as a luxury item for married women. One campaign slogan cheekily read: *"She married you for richer or poorer. Let her know how it’s going."
Diamond & Gemstone Eternity Rings Today
Today, eternity rings have evolved into one of the most versatile and wearable pieces of fine jewellery. At Valentina Fine Jewellery, we craft both classic diamond eternity bands and gemstone variations in 18k yellow, white or rose gold, as well as platinum. From blue sapphires to vivid emeralds, rubies and even mixed gemstone options, you can personalise your ring to reflect your unique style.
No Heat Burma Ruby Eternity Rings by Valentina Fine Jewellery in 18k rose and yellow gold
Mixing coloured stones into your stack is a growing trend. Our clients often add a pop of colour by pairing a gemstone eternity ring with diamond bands, or layering multiple rings for a curated, statement look.
Emerald and Blue Sapphire Eternity Rings by Valentina Fine Jewellery
Fancy Cut Diamond Eternity Rings
While round brilliant diamonds are still the most popular choice, we’re seeing rising demand for fancy cut eternity rings: emerald cut, asscher, pear, oval, radiant, and baguette. Our signature East-West oval cut eternity ring has become a favourite for its bold, contemporary edge.
East-West Set Oval Diamond Eternity Ring by Valentina Fine Jewellery
Mixed-shape diamond eternity rings are also gaining popularity, offering a modern take with an unexpected mix of sparkle and dimension. These designs are perfect as wedding bands or worn solo as bold, luxurious rings.
Mixed Shape Diamond Eternity Ring by Valentina Fine Jewellery
Eternity Ring Styles: Full, Half, and Custom Variations
Full eternity rings feature diamonds or gemstones all the way around.
Half eternity rings only cover the top half, offering comfort, value, and easier resizing.
Half-and-half bands can include two different stone types or shapes.
A half eternity ring allows for a personal engraving on the underside, and we can even design two-tone or multi-metal rings. Our engraved diamond wedding band is a popular choice for those wanting to add extra sentiment. By far the most popular band recently has been the east-west set emerald cut eternity ring which makes an amazing wedding band and stacks well with any ring, including our cocktail emerald rings.
East-West Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Ring by Valentina Fine Jewellery
Eternity Ring Settings
From shared prong settings that maximise diamond exposure, to secure channel settings or four-prong classics, the setting style affects how your ring looks and wears. Some eternity rings sit flush for comfort, while others are more elevated to highlight the stones, if you have a preference, at Valentina Fine Jewellery we can craft your perfect ring in our Hong Kong atelier.
For easy cleaning, we recommend open-back diamond settings, especially if you're wearing your eternity ring daily. Your diamonds are made to shine, and we make it easy for you to clean your jewellery.
Engraved Diamond Wedding Band by Valentina Fine Jewellery
Precious Metal Options
We offer eternity rings in 18k yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, and platinum. Not sure what to choose? We can even create custom two-tone designs, combining white and yellow gold or gold with platinum for a modern twist.
Natural vs Lab Grown Diamond Eternity Rings
We offer both natural and lab grown diamond eternity rings, and hand-select every diamond regardless of origin. Lab grown diamonds allow you to achieve a larger look without compromising on quality or ethics, and they're becoming an increasingly popular choice for statement eternity rings. If you want to supersize your look - lab grown diamond ring is a great option.
How to Wear an Eternity Ring
Traditionally worn between the engagement ring and wedding band, eternity rings are now styled in many ways. Larger eternity rings are often worn on the index or middle finger, or stacked on the right hand for a fresh, fashion-forward take.
Our clients often mix different diamond cuts, gold colours, and even gemstones like emeralds or sapphires into their stack. If you're building your dream ring stack, our round wire wedding ring pairs beautifully with chunkier eternity bands.
Eternity Rings as Pushing Presents
A diamond eternity ring makes an incredible pushing present - thoughtful, symbolic and wearable every day. Some clients choose a diamond band; others personalise the ring with pink sapphires, blue sapphires, or coloured diamonds to reflect their baby's birth.
Resizing Eternity Rings
Half eternity rings can be resized more easily than full ones. For full eternity bands, we recommend sizing up slightly at purchase. If resizing is needed later, our expert jeweller may be able to adjust the size with a custom inlay or polishing, depending on the setting.
Still Not Sure?
If you need help choosing the perfect eternity ring to match your existing stack, or want to create a one-of-a-kind design, get in touch with us at Valentina Fine Jewellery - we can grab a coffee in Central and chat. We specialise in bespoke eternity rings and will help you design a piece that complements your engagement and wedding rings seamlessly.
Explore our full collection of diamond and gemstone eternity ringshere or book a consultation today.
