If you are getting engaged and you want something different than what you are used to seeing all the time, split shank engagement rings can be a great choice. The design that a split shank ring gives can do a lot of things for a ring’s look, and there are a lot of different types to choose from within the split shank style itself. There are a lot of reasons why you may want to look into split shank engagement rings, so let’s discuss a few of them!

First of all, what does “split shank” mean? It is quite simple, really. A split shank ring has a band that widens out where the ring meets the setting, but instead of just getting wider, it splits into two pieces. The easiest way to spot a split shank ring, then, is to notice that you can see the person who is wearing the ring’s finger where the shank splits in two.

Why would someone want a shank that splits? For one thing, it is often preferred for rings with very large center stones or settings. This is because these rings would often require a very wide shank, and by splitting the shank, it does not look as wide and overbearing. Also, it makes the ring less uncomfortable in such a situation, and even less expensive, as the ring is lighter and has less gold, platinum, or
whatever substance it is made from.

Split shank engagement rings are especially desirable because people tend to get very large stones for engagement rings. Since it is important to protect your gem- especially in the case of a large diamond- split shank rings are great for diamond engagement rings. They provide stability for the gemstone and add visual balance to the entire ring.

If you go to a store or look around and do not see any split shank engagement rings that seem to fit your style, do not despair! After all, split shank rings come in a wide variety of widths, depths, shapes, and styles. You may have to look a little before you find the one you fall in love with, but there is bound to be a split shank ring that you would cherish forever.

Split Shank Rings on eBay:

1/5CT Split Shank Diamond Engagement Semi Mount Ring

David Yurman Petite Albion Split Shank Prasiolite Ring

David Yurman Petite Albion Split Shank Citrine Ring

David Yurman Petite Albion Split Shank AMETHYST Ring

ROUND DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING DECO SPLIT SHANK 1.77CTW

REAL AUTHENTIC David Yurman Albion 7MM Split Shank Ring

David Yurman 14mm Citrine Split Shank Ring

David Yurman 14mm Citrine Diamond Split Shank Ring

DAVID YURMAN 11MM PAVE DIAMOND SPLIT SHANK RING

11mm Smoky Quartz Albion Split-Shank Ring

YURMAN Split Shank SMOKY 11mm DIAMOND RING 18KT sz 5.5

David Yurman Black Onyx Split Shank Ring size 6 1/2

David Yurman Petite Split Shank Blue Topaz Diamond Ring

2c FVS1 GIA Split Shank Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring

ROUND DIAMOND SPLIT SHANK ANTIQUE DECO RING 18K 2.27CTW

2.12CT ASSCHER CUT SPLIT SHANK DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING

DAVID YURMAN SILVER DIAMOND PAVE SPLIT SHANK 14MM RING

1.60CT SI Diamond Engagement Split Shank Pave 14k Ring

ROUND DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING DECO SPLIT SHANK 1.77CTW

DAVID YURMAN 14MM Black Onyx Split-Shank Albion Ring--6