Wedding rings in gold at Longvé
The wedding rings in this collection are all made in 14 karat gold, either yellow or white gold, and built as eternity rings with diamonds all the way around or along the top. The diamond weight ranges from 0.28 carat in the smallest versions up to 1 carat in the largest, and each model is available both with natural diamonds and with lab-grown diamonds, that is diamonds grown in a laboratory with the same physical and chemical properties as natural diamonds. This means that a bridal couple can choose the same ring model in two colours of gold and in the carat weight that suits the finger and the budget. The Tiny Eternity Diamond Ring in 14K gold is the entry point at 0.28 carat, while the Large Eternity Diamond Ring in 14K gold marks the other end with a full carat. If you want an especially prominent row of stones, there is also an Eternity Double Diamond Ring in 14K gold with two rows.
Gold or white gold for the wedding ring
All models in the collection are available in both gold and white gold, so the choice is mainly about colour and about what the ring should match. Gold is the classic, warm tone that many associate with wedding rings, and that suits most skin tones. White gold is gold alloyed with white metals, so it gets a cooler, silver-like colour, and it often goes well together with an engagement ring in the same tone or with diamonds that are allowed to stand out clearly against the light metal. White gold is typically plated with rhodium to give the shiny, white surface, and that plating can wear and needs to be renewed over time. If you want to read more about how white gold is made and maintained, Longvé reviews it in the article what is white gold. The entire selection in the light tone is found under white gold.
Natural or lab-grown diamonds
Each ring in the collection is available in two versions with the same carat weight: one with natural diamonds and one with lab-grown diamonds. A lab-grown diamond is grown in a laboratory and has the same hardness, brilliance and chemical composition as a natural diamond. The difference lies in the origin and in the price, where lab-grown diamonds typically cost less than natural diamonds of a comparable size and quality. For a bridal couple with a fixed budget, this means you can choose a larger carat weight for the same money if you go for lab-grown. The Medium Eternity Lab-grown Diamond Ring in 14K gold at 0.80 carat is an example of how much stone you can get in that direction. If you want to understand how the diamonds are made, Longvé explains it in what are lab-grown diamonds, and the entire range is found under lab-created diamonds.
Carat weight from tiny to large
The collection is built in fixed sizes, so it is easy to compare across gold colour and diamond type. Tiny corresponds to 0.28 carat distributed across the diamonds, small to 0.52 carat, medium to 0.80 carat and large to a full carat. The higher the carat, the larger and more eye-catching the row of stones becomes, but also the higher the price. A smaller carat weight sits more discreetly and is often easier to combine with an engagement ring, while a larger weight gives more sparkle on the hand. The double model differs by distributing 0.4 carat across two rows of diamonds instead of one, which gives the ring more width and visibility without a single large row of stones. Since the same model is available in four weights, you can choose the size based on how prominent the ring should be, rather than compromising on design or gold colour.
Should the wedding rings be identical?
There is no rule that a couple must have identical wedding rings. Traditionally, many choose a matching set where the two rings have the same gold colour and expression, but it is just as common to choose each their own width, surface or even each their own gold colour. Because this collection offers the same eternity model in both gold and white gold and in several carat weights, a couple can easily start from the same design and then choose each their own variant, for example a smaller carat for one and a larger for the other, or gold for one and white gold for the other. This gives a coherent, but not entirely identical, pair of rings.
The difference between an engagement ring and a wedding ring
An engagement ring is given at the proposal and often has a single centre stone, while the wedding ring is exchanged at the wedding itself and is typically more understated, so it is comfortable to wear every day. An eternity ring with diamonds all the way around works well as a wedding ring, because it is slim and at the same time has sparkle from all angles. Many wear the engagement ring and wedding ring on the same finger, and therefore it is worth considering whether the two rings go together in colour and expression. Longvé elaborates on the distinction between the two ring types in the article what is the difference between an engagement ring and a wedding ring. If you are looking specifically for the ring for the proposal, they are found under selected engagement rings.
Which hand and finger is the wedding ring worn on?
In Denmark the wedding ring is traditionally worn on the ring finger of the right hand, while in many other countries, for example the United Kingdom and the USA, it sits on the left hand. There is no wrong choice, and a number of couples choose the hand based on what they find practical, or on what they grew up with. The custom of the right hand in Denmark has historical and ecclesiastical roots, but today it is largely a personal choice. Longvé reviews the background in more detail in which hand should the wedding ring sit on. Whichever hand you choose, it is the finger and hand you intend to wear the ring on that you should measure when finding the ring size.
How to find the right ring size
The ring size is crucial for a wedding ring, because it needs to sit comfortably every day without pinching or sliding off. An eternity ring with diamonds all the way around can rarely be made larger or smaller afterwards without touching the stones, and that is why it is extra important to get the size right from the start. The finger circumference can fluctuate a little over the course of the day and with the temperature, so it is recommended to measure at several times. Longvé has a step-by-step guide in how to measure ring size and a supplement about how tightly the ring should sit, in how tight should a ring sit.
What does a gold wedding ring weigh?
The weight of a wedding ring depends on how wide and thick the ring is, what ring size it has, and what gold quality it is made in. A slim eternity ring weighs less than a heavy, smooth ring, because less gold is used. There is therefore no single fixed figure for what a wedding ring weighs, and the weight is rarely what you choose a ring based on. For the eternity rings in this collection, the choice is more about the carat weight of the diamonds and about the gold colour than about the grams of gold. If you want a heavier, more massive ring, a wider model in the same gold quality will weigh more, but this also affects the price, as the gold content increases.
How to keep the gold ring looking nice
Gold does not tarnish, but a wedding ring worn daily nevertheless collects grease, soap and dirt, which can dull the shine, especially around the diamonds. The ring can be cleaned gently at home with lukewarm water and a soft brush, and for white gold you should be aware that the rhodium plating can wear over time and may need to be renewed at a jeweller. Diamonds sit closer to the skin on an eternity ring than on a single centre stone, so they benefit from regular cleaning to preserve the sparkle. Longvé has a review of the method in how to clean jewellery.