3 Piece Bridal Ring Sets

Bridal ring sets normally come in two pieces, the engagement ring and the wedding ring. But sometimes, bridal ring sets also come in 3 piece sets.

Wedding rings normally also come in pairs, one for the bride and one for the groom. Two piece bridal ring sets are meant to complement the engagement ring and the wedding ring while two piece wedding ring sets seek to signify the couple's ring as a pair.

Some jewellers have observes this link and cleverly introduced the three piece bridal ring set. The three piece bridal set, like the two piece set, consists of the lady's engagement ring and the wedding ring. In addition, it also consists of the men's wedding ring, which is also designed together with the two other pieces.

In this way, the lady's engagement ring and the wedding ring can be a complementary set and at the same time, the lady's wedding ring and the men's wedding ring can continue to be a pair.

Two or three ring sets?

There are some advantages in getting a bridal ring set as compared to purchasing the items individually. But is there a reason or factors to consider between two or three piece ring sets?

Three piece ring sets can allow the jeweller to have a lot more room for creative design since there are more combinations that are possible with a greater number of rings. Many clever designs involve the interaction across the rings to exhibit a matching design.

However, like two piece designs, three piece designs also mean additional care and effort require for the maintenance and repair of the rings. This is especially so for three piece sets because the rings are worn on both couple. The activity of each spouse differs, resulting in different rates of wear on the rings. For example, a rhodium-plated ring on the husband may look of a different colour over time altogether the ring belonged to the same set as that of his wife's.

Furthermore, the more intricately entwined the design of the set, the more difficult and costly it is to replace when either one of the rings are damaged or lost.

Also, three piece ring sets are cheaper compared to purchasing each ring individually, however it may cost more if the design of the set is complicated. It is hard to say for sure whether two piece sets or three piece sets are more expensive since it depends on individual preference. A man may be contented to buy an elaborate ring for his wife but settle for a plain ring for his own (either for practical reasons or costs). In that case, a three piece set more turn out to cost more. However, the main reason for buying a bridal set is to have matching rings between the bride and the groom. In which case, it would be more expensive to source for a matching ring individually.

As with buying any other jewellery, it is best to keep yourself informed of the various options out there before you commit to one. Know the pros and cons of the metals used and if you're buying rings with diamonds, know the 4Cs of buying one.