DOES A THINNER BAND MAKE A DIAMOND LOOK BIGGER?

THE ANSWER

Yes. It is an optical trick. A thin band takes up less space on the finger. The diamond fills more of the visual area. The contrast between the slim metal and the stone makes the stone look larger. A 1.8 mm band under a 1 carat diamond makes the stone pop. The same diamond on a 3 mm band looks more proportional but less dramatic. This is why thin bands are so popular right now. Jewellers often suggest going thinner to get more visual impact from a smaller stone. Just do not go so thin that the band cannot support the setting long-term.

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