Black diamonds add a touch of glamour and drama to engagement rings, working especially well with white diamonds. In fact, black and white ring styles have their own category as a ring trend. All diamonds symbolise love, faithfulness and fidelity. Black diamonds are also known for their charisma, creativity, passion and drama. Working together, the result is a ring that is unique, sophisticated and surprisingly versatile. If you are looking for something a little different, black diamond engagement rings may just be a perfect choice.
Get Inspired by These Black Diamond Engagement Rings
Some examples of engagement ring styles that work well with black diamonds include the following:
Toi et Moi
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The Toi et Moi ring style is deeply symbolic and romantic. French for You and Me, this ring features two stones that are situated next to each other. The stones are typically in individual settings, unlike traditional two stone rings. Many modern variations feature off-set stones or different shaped stones to add more detail. In this ring, a round black diamond lies alongside a pear white diamond, on a delicate yellow gold band that balances the colour contrast to perfection.
Marquise Trinity
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Marquise stones are flattering and classic. They have a tapered end at the top and bottom. Traditionally, the stone is positioned vertically, however, some contemporary versions feature horizontal stones in an East-West design. In this ring, a centre black diamond is flanked by two small white diamonds, on a rose gold band. The result is a sophisticated take on a classic trinity ring.
Pave Twist
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For something bolder, this pave twist band is given even more impact with a balance of white diamond pave swirls that surround a layer of black pave diamonds that increase in size as they reach the centre. A white diamond takes centre stage, with a round cut that catches the light. A platinum band works well with this design, but any metal colour will be equally stunning.
Floral Cluster
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If you love feminine, subtle rings, you will love this simple yet breathtaking floral style ring. A small round black diamond sits at the centre. At the top, bottom and sides, four petals are featured, each comprising three white diamonds of varying sizes. A delicate rose gold band finishes off the design, giving you a ring that has plenty of sparkle without being too bold.
Halo Pear
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The halo pear ring is a timeless classic. This style is extremely versatile. It works well with every type of gemstone and every metal. The traditional version features white diamonds for the centre pear, its halo and its pave-encrusted band. Replacing the centre stone with a black diamond transforms this ring into something more unusual. You could also use a white diamond pear and add black diamonds to the halo or the band instead.
Round Trinity
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Trinity or three-stone rings are another romantic, symbolic style. These stones represent your past, present and future with your love. The centre stone is usually the most prominent, as this stone symbolises your present. In subtler versions such as this ring, the additional side stones are used as accent stones. This ring has a simple round solitaire diamond, with two small black pear diamonds on either side. A fine yellow gold band adds the final touch.
Thinking about adding black diamonds to your ring? Cape Diamonds offers a custom design service that will help you incorporate this stone or any other stone into your engagement ring, for something truly unique.