Pavé engagement ring
A pavé ring: a band that sparkles as much as the centre stone
A pavé ring paves the band with many small diamonds, set so close together that almost no metal shows between them. The French word pavé means exactly that: paved. At émin in Zurich District 4 you can pair a pavé band with almost any setting from our collection, from a clean solitaire to a halo, and get an engagement ring that sparkles across the whole hand, not just at the centre stone.
We set every small diamond by hand, checked under a loupe before it goes into the band. That keeps the setting stable for years, even with such tiny stones. During the consultation we show you samples in different densities, so you can see how much sparkle actually suits your ring, and we work out the extra cost with you openly.
Why a pavé band is worth it
More sparkle, same centre stone
A pavé band doesn't pull attention away from the main stone, it amplifies it. Even a narrow row of small diamonds makes the whole hand look brighter, even when the centre stone stays exactly the same size.
Set by hand
Every stone in a pavé band is held individually with tiny prongs. That takes time and a steady hand, but it means every diamond sits firmly and evenly, without the band looking bulky.
Works with almost any setting
Whether solitaire, halo or hidden halo: a pavé band can be paired with almost any model in our collection. You decide how wide and how densely set the band should be.
Honest about upkeep
Many small stones mean many small prongs. We tell you plainly what to watch for in daily wear, so the band stays beautiful for years, instead of talking it up.
Pavé, channel-set or eternity band: where the difference lies
Pavé is often confused with other set bands. In a channel setting the stones sit between two smooth metal rails, and an eternity band usually has larger stones set all the way around. A true pavé setting, by contrast, holds every stone with tiny, barely visible prongs or beads, so almost nothing but diamond shows and the metal in between nearly disappears.
For your ring, that means you can choose the density yourself. A fine micro-pavé line looks understated, a pavé band running the full width of the ring is noticeably bolder. We show you both on samples before we start work on your ring, and explain how to care for the setting so it stays beautiful for years.
Models with a sparkling band
These rings from our collection already carry a densely set band. Every model can be extended with a wider or finer pavé line as well.
What a pavé band costs
Guide prices so you can get your bearings in advance. We always discuss the exact extra cost for width and stone count in person.
Price depends on the work involved. We calculate openly, no surprises.
Guide prices, as of 2026, incl. VAT. The exact price depends on stone, metal and work.
Honest about everyday wear
A pavé band is more delicate than a plain ring. During sport, manual work or climbing, a single prong can loosen or a stone can get damaged. We recommend taking the ring off for heavy work, and we're happy to check the setting for free at every atelier visit.
Frequently asked questions
Pavé is French for paved. It describes a setting where many small diamonds are placed so close together that almost no metal shows between them. The effect: the whole band sparkles, not just the centre stone, and the ring looks brighter without the main stone needing to be larger.
Slightly more delicate than a plain band, yes. The small prongs can loosen over time, especially with heavy manual work or sport. That's why we're happy to check the setting for free at every atelier visit, so a loose prong gets caught before a stone is actually lost.
Almost any. Solitaire, halo and hidden halo settings from our collection pair well with a pavé band. For very delicate rings we discuss together how wide the band can be without overwhelming the ring or throwing off the proportions to the centre stone.
A complete solitaire with a 1 carat lab-grown diamond in a classic prong setting, in 18k gold or platinum, also available in 14k gold on request, starts at CHF 1'900. The pavé band comes as a surcharge on top, depending on width and the number of stones set. We work out the exact figure with you openly during the consultation, before you commit to a specific version.
Yes, we work by appointment only, in person in Zurich District 4 or by video. That way you get our full attention and see the pavé samples in real daylight, not just in a photo, which matters for judging the sparkle.
For a ring with a pavé band we usually plan two to four weeks from order, depending on band width and stone availability. If you have a fixed proposal date, tell us right at the start so we can see what's possible together.
No, that's completely normal. We measure your ring size at the atelier in a few minutes, or you can bring an existing ring to compare. With a pavé band the size can only be adjusted within limits afterwards, which we discuss openly before making starts.
Quick enquiry
Ready for your pavé ring?
Send us a short message about what you're looking for. We'll give you honest advice on density and budget and suggest an appointment, in Zurich or by video.