Next to an engagement ring, wedding rings are contemplated as the final symbols of endless love among couples. Due to this, choosing the right one can be a really difficult task. In this respect, perhaps there is nothing more emblematic than the 3 stone rings, which are representative of the three general phases of any relationship: past, present, and the future. Also referred to as trilogy or trinity rings, these finger hoops are widely popular among many couples today.

As their collective name connotes, 3 stone rings have three precious gems as their primary accents, without any additional gems on the sides of the metal. However, complex settings can also be done with these types of rings, only that the 3 gems remain as the focal point of such jewelries. The good thing about these rings is that they can be bought ready made or custom built. They are also widely available in most local jewelry stores as well as in online jewelry shops.

Usually, these kinds of rings uses diamonds as their main features because diamonds are seen as gems that symbolizes timeless and indestructible love and commitment. However, as diamonds can be pretty expensive, other inexpensive gems have also been used to complement the needs of different couples. Some of these finger hoops are accentuated with brilliant cut white diamonds, while others have colored gems of varying sizes.

As for the shapes and sizes of the gems, majority of 3 stone rings utilize jewels that are similar in shapes and sizes. Since these gems will be set together, their symmetry and shapes should be complementary to achieve design consistency. Most common shapes used are square, oval and round gems as they smoothly fit each other, while heart shaped cuts are not common since they do not fit well with each other. When it comes to the sizes of the gems however, although it is usual to use gems with same dimensions, many couples prefer the center gem of their rings bigger than the two remaining gems; this is probably because they wanted to affirm the importance of the present stage of their relationships.

There are several means to properly integrate the three gems in your rings. If you want your wedding band custom made, it is preferable to use expensive metals like gold and platinum. However, if you're a bit short on your budget, silver and white gold are also good choices. On the other hand, if you prefer purchasing ready to wear 3 stone band, try to make sure that you already know the setting of your band so that you will not be distracted with the many designs available in the market.

Altogether, every couple has a past that led them to the present phase of their relationship, which in turn serves as the phase where they will establish their future plans. What better way to immortalize these three very important stages in a relationship than to encapsulate them in a wedding band with three gems. For sure, every time both of you will look at this band you will remember the memories that have brought the two of you together. More importantly, you would be able to cherish those memories until the two of you grow old together.