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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 David Yurman 11mm Faceted Gold Albion Split Shank Ring US $350.00
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 DAVID YURMAN PAVE DIAMOND ALBION SPLIT SHANK RING US $675.00
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 DAVID YURMAN PAVE DIAMOND ALBION SPLIT SHANK RING US $675.00
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 YURMAN Split Shank Citrine 11mm DIAMOND RING NEW sz 75 US $555.00
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 NEW AUTH LAGOS 18KT Split Shank Diamond Amethyst Ring US $999.00
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 YURMAN Split Shank Prasiolite 11 mm DIAMOND RING Sz6 US $555.00
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 DAVID YURMAN Smoky Quartz 11mm Albion Split Shank Ring US $560.00 |
 212CT ASSCHER CUT SPLIT SHANK DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING US $4,999.00 |
 250CT ASSCHER CUT SPLIT SHANK DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING US $8,899.00
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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.