Engagement rings are not merely an ornament. They are the symbols of the commitment people have in their marital life. Receiving a diamond engagement ring from her boy friend would be a dream come true for any woman. All these aspects indicate the significance of rings in the conjugal life. But selecting an appropriate engagement ring often lands people in dilemma. The trends keep on changing thus adding more confusion.

The tension rings are the latest in contemporary engagement ring design. They are popular for their elegance and simplicity that highlights the perfection and simplicity of the stone unlike distracting embellishments. Simply put, the tension ring has a diamond or gemstone elegantly placed in the center of the band which is held in place by the tension of the edges. The setting was first designed during 1960s using special metals known for their inherent spring nature that would hold the ring in place. The tension rings doesn’t have prongs but the entire ring band holds the stone in place like two large prongs. The stone is securely placed in the small carved niches with a unique floating experience. The tension strength would measure to an approximate of 65-95 pounds.

The intricate nature of the ring makes the couples concerned about the security of the tension settings as the stone is held in place only with two points of contact unlike the typical prong settings. But the fact is that in tension rings, the stone is more secure than the classic prong style as the metal is generally stronger than the latter and keeps more contact with the stone. In tension settings, the suspension is tight and strong compared to the narrow prong settings.

There are many varieties of tension ring designs and the typical design is the one in which a round diamond is held in between the band. But contemporary trends suggest that other varieties are also gaining importance. Recently the perpendicular settings have given way to the angled ones. In elevated tension prongs, the band is shaped like an omega than a circle. The stone types also keep on varying. There is also a twisted design in which the stone is held along the sides of the band other than where the edges would meet. Couples also go for combination designs where one stone would be placed in tension settings while the other would be in prong style.

Initially, the tension rings were picked by men as their engagement ring. The trend has changed recently with women choosing the pattern due to the various design options. Commonly, the tension ring metal is titanium due to its natural strength and durability. However designs are also available in platinum, white gold, yellow gold and stainless steel. Diamonds, rubies and sapphires are the best choice for gemstones since they are hard and can withstand the pressure of a tension setting.

The success of any relationship cannot be determined with some parameters. By maintaining the love and concern along with understanding the partner, one can carry forward a successful marriage. You must balance your life along with your partner's. This would look similar to the tension ring where the stone is balanced between the two edges.