Also known as the dress ring, the right hand ring is so much more than just a ring to be worn on the right hand. This increasingly popular jewelry item offers the potential for creativity in design and style often limited by the more traditional nature of the engagement and wedding band.

Unlike the traditional engagement ring that typically focuses on a solitaire center stone, right hand rings often feature designs that incorporate multiple stones, of a variety of cut and color. As right hand rings are usually worn as the only item of jewelry on a particular finger, they are usually much thicker and more elaborate than engagement or wedding bands that are usually paired.

The huge range of options in terms of design presents the opportunity to create a truly unique fashion statement.

Intricate, filigree patterns, bold geometric designs and complicated stone settings are all possibilities in the design of the right hand ring. As in engagement and wedding bands, diamonds, rubies and sapphires are the most popular, and the most practical stones to use in right hand rings. Semi precious stones such as topaz, tourmaline, amethyst and peridot can of course be used, but this is not recommended in a ring that is intended to be worn every day, as those gemstones are more fragile and more likely to be scratched and damaged if worn every day.

Right hand rings make wonderful presents, and would make a meaningful and memorable gift for special occasions like anniversaries and milestone birthdays. It is also becoming more popular for women to purchase right hand rings for themselves, as a display of their independence, or a simple act of self-indulgence!