The Three Most Loved Solitaire Engagement Ring Styles

A six claw, or six prong, solitaire is the second most popular solitaire engagement ring style. The claws in a six claw setting are thinner and often tapered (known as eagle claws or claw prongs) giving a more dynamic and intricate appearance to your diamond ring’s setting.

Six claw settings are popular with round brilliant, oval, and marquise shaped diamonds but can be used on almost any diamond shape. The practical benefit of having additional claws is the extra support and security they give to your engagement ring setting, making this diamond solitaire ring style perfect for someone who works with their hands or has an active lifestyle.

The radial pattern made by the six claws can be designed with a floral-inspired shape or crafted to look like rays from sun or moon. Small details like this make a more sentimental design, inspired by you and your partner’s creativity.

Solitaire designs are classic, there’s no denying it. But that also opens up the opportunity to make this design style your own. Your love isn’t ordinary, so why should your ring be?

There’s a whole host of design features you can incorporate into your design to make it one of a kind. Get a closer look at all the custom options available in our bespoke process here.

All our rings come with a Signature Ruby set within the band as a mark of the care and attention that went into designing your ring. But this detail can be customised and replaced with 26 other types of precious gemstone. Having this range of options is perfect if you want to swap out the ruby with your partner’s birthstone or a gemstone that’s found in the geological region where you fell in love. See our full range of Signature Gemstones here.

The band, or the shank of your ring, is one of the most customisable elements of your design and a great place to incorporate something that symbolises your love. Engravings, twists, milgrain, filigree, pavé, coloured gemstones—subtle detail or stand-out shapes on the band can make your design truly one of a kind.

Finally, there’s your centre gemstone. If a white diamond isn’t your thing, we offer a range of coloured gemstones, including coloured diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds, that allow you to make your design feel uniquely yours.