The shank of a ring is the portion of the band that rises to and connects with the central setting. Most rings use a single band of metal on the shank, though it may be elaborately embellished with diamonds, accent stones, metal filigree designs, or engraving.
Split shank engagement rings have a cleaved band that separates into two or three separate filaments before joining the ring’s crown. The split shows the finger between the parts of the separated band.
These designs offer an impressive width but remain delicate and feminine.
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 Oval Diamond Split Shank Engagement Ring GIA CERTIFIED US $5,800.00
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 NEW AUTH LAGOS 18KT Split Shank Diamond Amethyst Ring US $999.00
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 David Yurman 14mm Lemon Citrine Albion Split Shank Ring US $562.50
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 SPLIT SHANK EMERALD HALO DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING MOUNT US $1,785.00
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 David Yurman 11mm Split Shank Prasiolite Ring US $399.99 |
 David Yurman Black Onyx Split Shank Albion ring size 6 US $315.00 |
A split shank band is one that is divided into two or three parts. In any variation, the elegance of the split band helps to emphasize the center stone. Center diamonds are held between the lines of metal. The downside of a split shank band is that, depending on the style you decide on, it can be more costly-- i.e. if you go with a diamond studded band that is split shank, it means twice as many diamond stones. The lines of these shanks are usually lavishly designer inspired and micro-pavéd.