Hidden Halo Engagement Rings

A hidden halo is a ring of smaller diamonds that is placed below the centre stone of a ring, rather than around it. A hidden halo does a few things for an engagement ring:

• It gives the centre stone a subtle lift and makes it appear larger and more prominent.

• It adds a touch of extra sparkle and dimension to the ring, especially when viewed from the side or at an angle.

• It creates a unique and elegant look that is different from the traditional halo style.

• It offers a way to customize and personalize the ring, as the hidden halo can be matched with various shapes and styles of centre stones and settings. Such as round, pear, emerald or oval halo engagement rings.

No, a hidden halo does not make the diamond less sparkly. In fact, a hidden halo can enhance the sparkle of the diamond, especially when viewed from the side or at an angle.

A hidden halo is a ring of smaller diamonds that is placed below the centre stone of a ring. A hidden halo is also a unique and elegant choice for those who want to customise their ring, but not compromise on the simplicity and elegance of a solitaire setting.

A halo and a hidden halo are two types of engagement ring settings that feature a ring or ‘halo’ of smaller diamonds around the centre stone. The difference between them is the halo’s appearance and placement. A halo is visible from the top-down view because it is positioned close to the same height as the centre stone. A hidden halo is not visible from the top-down view because it is placed below the centre stone and has a smaller diameter than the centre stone. A halo can create the illusion of a larger and more sparkly centre stone, a hidden halo can give the centre stone a subtle lift and a touch of extra sparkle, especially when viewed from the side or at an angle. Many of our halo engagement rings at Michael Hill masterfully combine both types of halos, blending the prominent elegance of the traditional halo with the understated charm of the hidden halo.

Another name for a hidden halo is a secret halo, which implies that the halo is a hidden surprise that can only be seen from certain angles. Some jewellers also use the term under halo or lower halo to describe this setting. However, hidden halo and secret halo are the most common names for this style.