What is Micro Pave?

Micro Pavé is the technique of setting many, incredibly small round brilliant cut diamonds close together, leaving little metal visible on a mounting, and creating lots of sparkle. The micro pavé technique leaves the effect of a smoother more uniform surface. The diamonds used are extremely small, but contrary to a common misconception the stones are actually full cut, modern round brilliant cut diamonds. These tiny diamonds, sometimes .005ct, can therefore be used on more delicate settings than regular pavé -settings including the hoop of a ring, which is a fabulous and custom look. Small round, faceted colored stones can also be used for a splash of color. This style is perfect for stacking bands, especially using colored diamonds, hoop earrings or jackets and ring mountings!

Remounting Your Diamond

Engagement rings are the ultimate in sentimental jewelry! Remounting the original diamond that your love picked for you is a great option for keeping a ring that you wear everyday up to date. And if that big anniversary is approaching this year, it is also a more economical way to up-grade your diamond ring. While a solitaire might never fall from fashion, many other styles will come and go. Today, a multitude of different styles of ring mountings exist, and one will be perfect for your dress and lifestyle. A new mounting may let you display a level of sophistication that was not there at the time of your nuptials, one that was not a financial option, or one that is comfortable to golf in.

I would never recommend altering an heirloom or antique ring, or re-cutting a diamond that falls into the same category. But if your engagement ring gives away your anniversary, try looking at the new trends in micro pavé mountings, colored diamonds or simply adding side stones to your original ring.