Custom Ruby and Diamond Halo Vintage Engagement Ring
Item # 102729
Center stone sold separately.
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Description
This beautiful engagement ring features an emerald cut ruby prong set in platinum and surrounded by a diamond halo, with additional diamond accents on the tapered shank. It was created for a client from Renton, WA, who worked with our team primarily onsite in our Bellevue showroom. Design Your Own Engagement Ring
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He came in with a good idea about the type of piece he wanted us to design, and after discussing his preferences with him, we outlined the ring we proposed to build in CAD. He requested a few revisions to this initial model, and we incorporated his feedback into a new design which he then approved to move into production.
Center Ruby and Halo
The center stone in this ring is a 1.26 carat emerald cut ruby with a rich, dark red color. The clean lines of the emerald cut only work to enhance the stone’s natural beauty, and the way the talon prongs curl up over the truncated corners frames it perfectly.
Just outside the prongs and slightly below the main stone, a contoured ring of round bright cut set diamonds lined with milgrain form a halo around it. These add wonderful sparkle to the piece, and their round shape helps reinforce the contrast between them and the larger, angular ruby.
Diamond Accents
Additional bright cut set diamonds run down the shoulders of the shank, tapering in various places to perfectly fill the space available. The band itself also tapers, and it is divided into multiple smaller sections by lines of milgrain beading. These details help tie in with the halo at the top, unifying the design and adding some vintage flair along the way.
Band Design
The band widens somewhat dramatically at the top to smoothly integrate into the main setting. It is made of platinum, which is a popular choice for everyday pieces like engagement rings due to its impressive durability and the fact that it does not need replating to maintain its stunning white color. Vintage Engagement Rings

Reference specifications
- Item number
- 102729
- US ring size shown
- 5.50
- Details
- Platinum Ring
66 Diamonds - .34 ctw
Clarity: VS2 - Color: F-G
Joseph Jewelry - Center pictured
- 1.26 ct Ruby
- Gem
- Color Gemstone, Ruby
- Cut
- Emerald
- Setting style
- Bright Cut, Claw Prong
- Band style
- Tapered
- Metal shown
- Platinum
- Finish
- Polished
These specifications describe the original design. Stone counts and weights are approximate and may change with size or customization.
Customize
Use this design as a starting point for a custom piece.
Discuss the stones, metal, proportions, setting and finish with a designer, online or in our Seattle and Bellevue showrooms. You can bring reference photographs or your own stone for us to assess.
Design and estimate
The initial design and estimate are free, with no obligation. Your designer discusses the materials, changes and budget with you before you commit.
3D design review
After you accept the estimate and make a down payment, we create a 3D CAD model and rendered views. Revisions within the initial design parameters are included; changes to materials or their amounts are re-estimated.
Physical model
A full-size wax model can be made to review scale, shape and proportions before production. It can be viewed in a showroom or shipped to you.
Approval and production
The design is approved before production begins. Your designer confirms the schedule, and our jewelers make, set and finish the piece.
Quality
Our custom jewelry follows design and construction standards for metal thickness, weight, stone support and setting security.
- Structure and support
- The setting must have enough metal to support the stones and hold its shape through everyday wear. If an area needs more support, we address it before production.
- Diamond and gemstone selection
- We help you choose stones for your custom design, reviewing cut, color, clarity, consistency and fit. Your budget guides these choices; our standards for materials and craftsmanship remain the same.
- Final inspection
- Before completion, we review each custom piece for proportion, comfort, stone security and finish.
Lifetime warranty and care
- Lifetime warrantyYour custom piece is covered against manufacturing defects.
- Inspection every six monthsOur jewelers inspect your piece and provide ongoing care for the custom jewelry we make for you.
- Complimentary cleaningVisit us every six months for a complimentary cleaning.
Coverage conditions
For Joseph Jewelry custom pieces, coverage begins with your signature. To keep it active, Joseph Jewelry must inspect and sign for your piece every six months and perform recommended repairs and maintenance.
Repairs due to normal wear and tear are the owner's responsibility. Damage, abuse or alterations can void coverage. Customers outside Washington pay shipping both ways for inspections or repairs, plus applicable duty or customs fees.