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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 14kt Split Shank Round Diamond Bridal Ring 50ctw I2 US $428.00
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 14kt Split Shank Round Diamond Bridal Ring 50ctw I2 US $428.00
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 David Yurman Amethyst Albion Split Shank Diamonds Ring US $227.50 |
 SS Elongated Oval Turquoise Thin Split Shank Ring Sz 7 US $44.99
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 SS Elongated Oval Turquoise Thin Split Shank Ring Sz 8 US $44.99
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 SS Elongated Oval Turquoise Thin Split Shank Ring Sz 10 US $44.99
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 Line Design Split Shank 925 Sterling Silver Ring US $53.89
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 Diamond Engagement Ring Setting 14K WG Split Shank New US $279.00
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 YURMAN 14mm split shank Amethyst SS Diamond ring 75 US $845.00
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 SS Elongated Oval Turquoise Thin Split Shank Ring Sz 6 US $44.99
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 75mm Round Antique Split Shank Engagement Ring 175ctw US $1,129.00
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 DAVID YURMAN 14MM LAVENDER AMETHYST SPLIT SHANK RING US $594.99 |
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.