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A green mark under a ring usually comes from copper in the metal reacting with moisture, skin products or household chemicals. It is a surface stain, but itching, swelling or a persistent rash can point to contact dermatitis.
The most durable engagement ring setting is a low-profile bezel or a basket-style setting with six platinum prongs on a 2.5mm or wider gold band. Three design decisions made at the bench (setting style, prong count, prong metal) do most of the work.
Yes. A jeweller re-shanks the ring, which means replacing part or all of the band with thicker metal. Half-shank is cheaper, full shank gives even thickness right around. Expect $300 to $1,200 AUD depending on metal and complexity.
If your wedding band sits with a gap against your engagement ring, it's almost always the setting profile, not a defect. Here's what causes it, which fixes actually work (contour bands, spacers, soldering), and what each one costs in Australia.
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