Wedding and engagement rings

You can individually choose between different surface structures for our wedding and engagement rings.

Not only the ring surface, but also the color, the number, size, and purity of the brilliant-cut diamonds are decisive for your very personal ring, which will accompany you for a lifetime. To make choosing the perfect ring easier for you, we would like to give you an insight into the world of ring manufacturing. All models are individually crafted for you by the Feichtinger jewelry manufactory – this is how you receive a very special piece of jewelry.

1. High-gloss polished
   The classic among surface structures is the high-gloss polish.
   In the final work step, the ring is polished to a high gloss using a polishing machine. This makes the precious metal smooth and shiny.
   Due to the reflection of the shiny surface, unsightly scratches are hardly visible even after long periods of wear.

   

2. Ice-matted
   A refined and popular surface treatment is ice-matting. The structure of ice-matted rings visually resembles an ice crystal surface. The ice-crystal look is achieved through circular movements on the surface using a metal sheet, coarse-grained sandpaper, or a diamond pad. Scratches are created across the ring in all directions. The matting is extremely thin on the surface, so after wearing it for a long time, the scratches become fewer and the ring acquires a shiny look.
   
    

   

3. Cross-matted
   A romantic and stylish type of finishing is cross-matting. This matting allows the ring to shine due to the magnificent light reflection. With cross-matting, the ring surface is treated with a fine or coarse matting brush. Many short lines are created running across from one side to the other. The coarser the matting brush, the better the individual lines can be seen.
   
    

   
   
    

4. Diagonally matted
   Diagonally matted as a surface treatment is elegant and timeless. With diagonal matting, the ring surface is treated with a fine or coarse matting brush. The short lines usually run at a 45° angle from one side to the other.
   
   
   
    

5. Cross-diagonally matted
   A striking and appealing surface treatment is cross-diagonal matting. Cross-diagonal matting is created by a criss-cross movement with a file. The surface structure thus appears lively. We recommend a larger or multi-row brilliant-cut diamond setting to better highlight the sparkle of the stones.
   
    

   
   
    

6. Longitudinally matted
   Longitudinal matting is a natural and appealing form of finishing. Fine lines are worked into the surface in a longitudinal direction using sandpaper. A consistently calm structure is created. With this matting, the light reflection is lower than with cross-matting.
   
    

   
   
    

7. Sandblasted
   A very elegant type of finishing is sandblasting. Due to the blasted surface, it appears very uniform and looks rather matte. A type of matting for all those who prefer a subtle look. In the final work step, the surface is treated with a sandblasting device. The ring is constantly rotated under the stream of sand or quartz. Small dots are created – the so-called sand look. The finer the grain of the sand, the finer the matting effect.

   
   
   
    

8. Milled
   This treatment results in a trendy ring finish. Striking lines are worked into the surface using various milling cutters. If you run your fingers over the structure, it is quite easily noticeable. The structure can be worked into the material at different depths. This creates unique light reflections.

   
   
    

9. Sigi’s file
   Another very popular surface treatment is Sigi’s file. Through file grinding, your rings are given a unique surface look by our master goldsmith Sigi. Each ring is an absolute one-of-a-kind piece.

10. Hammered
    A variable structure is manually worked into the surface using a goldsmith’s hammer. The size of the indentations can be determined by the shape of the hammer. The hammered finish creates a natural and lively surface with interesting light reflections. Depending on how the rings are subjected to wear and tear, matting effects last a shorter or longer time – matting can be restored.

    

1. Prong setting – Elegant and classic
   In this setting, the stone is held by several claws, the so-called prongs. Prongs are small bars arranged at regular intervals around the stone. Usually, the stone is held by two to six prongs. The upper ends of the bars are bent onto the stone, thereby holding the stone in the setting. The stone is only covered by prongs, and due to the total light incidence, the stone sparkles in all its features.
   
   
   
    
2. Channel setting – Natural and refined
   Gemstones are held in a track by two overlapping bars running along the sides, the so-called groove. To ensure that there are no gaps between the stones, the right cut is important. Brilliant or princess cuts are very popular here. Due to the tight arrangement of the stones, a glamorous band is created. Since the stones are set into a track and the ring surface is therefore smooth, the stones lie well-protected. Getting caught is almost excluded.
   
   
   
    
3. Bar setting – Graceful and modern
   Gemstones are held in a track by two overlapping bars running along the sides, the so-called groove. To ensure that there are no gaps between the stones, the right cut is important. The brilliant or princess cut is very popular here. Due to the tight arrangement of the gemstones, they are separated and held by a small bar. The sides of the stones remain open, so enough light can enter and the gemstone can fully develop its brilliance. The ring surface is rather smooth, which protects the stones well and makes getting caught almost impossible. For the bar setting, brilliant, princess, or emerald cuts are very popular.
   
   
   
   
    
4. Rub-over setting or flush setting with high wearing comfort
   The rub-over setting is also called a jewelry setting.
   The gemstone is set directly into an indentation in the precious metal, without a separate setting. The indentation of the piece of jewelry corresponds to the shape and depth of the stone. The gemstone is inserted into this indentation, and the overhanging metal is rubbed over the stone. Rubbing the gemstone creates a smooth surface; the stones have a good hold and getting caught can be excluded.
   
   
   
    
5. Bezel setting
   In the bezel setting, the gemstone is completely enclosed by a strip of precious metal. The bottom is open, which allows enough light to reach the stone and ignites its fire to the fullest. On the inside of the setting is the so-called bezel, on which the stone rests.
   Round-cut and oval gemstones, in particular, are set using the bezel technique. The stone lies well-protected in its setting; getting caught can be excluded.
   
    
6. Pavé setting
   From a distance, the individual stones appear like one large gemstone.
   Small gemstones are set close together into the precious metal. The stones are held by small prongs that look like tiny dots. Each prong holds several stones. The stones are set in such a way that the arrangement is reminiscent of cobblestones, hence the name Pavé. The term comes from French and means pavement.
   
   
   
    
7. Tension setting – Modern and simple
   The stone is held on both sides by notches, the so-called groove. The gemstone is pressed into the notches of the ring band under great tension. The stone forms one surface with the ring band. This gives the impression that the gemstone is floating in the opening. Because the stone is floating, the light reflection is breathtaking. The sparkle of the gemstone is particularly well-emphasized.
   
   

• Brilliant cut
  Besides the brilliant cut, there are over 100 different types of cuts. A brilliant is a cut diamond in a brilliant cut with a total of 57 facets. The brilliant cut is divided into the top, the girdle (which divides the upper from the lower area), and the bottom. Looking at the brilliant from above, you can see the table; from below, the culet (tip). The table takes up – with an exact, well-proportioned cut – 56% of the brilliant's diameter. The more exact the cut, the more sparkling the fire.
  
  
• Princess cut
  The princess cut is, besides the brilliant cut, one of the most popular cut types. The cut stone is divided into the crown, girdle, pavilion, and culet. If this is viewed from above, you see a square table – often square with pointed corners. The pavilion (lower part) has numerous facets. The number of facets can vary; most common are approximately 58 facets, although there are variants with up to 146. Due to these facets, this cut has – among the square ones – the most fire.
  
  
• Emerald cut
  The emerald cut is one of the step cuts. Typical for these cuts are elongated, parallel-arranged facets. These stepped facets are reminiscent of stairs. The cut stone is divided into the table, crown, girdle, pavilion, and culet. On the underside (the culet), the otherwise identically arranged facets converge towards an edge. Only particularly pure stones can be cut in the emerald cut, as the smallest impurities would be immediately noticeable.
  
  
• Baguette cut or Radiant
  This cut differs from the emerald cut in that the square is narrower and more elongated. In the baguette cut, the gemstone has a rectangular or square shape with flattened corners. The cut stone is divided into the table, crown, girdle, pavilion, and culet. Only two steps are arranged around the table, so it also has fewer facets. The number of facets is variable; the 66-facet cut is particularly popular.
  
  
• Cabochon cut (French for nail head)
  The cabochon cut is the oldest way to cut a stone. Opals, rubies, sapphires, or moonstones are particularly suitable for this. With a cabochon cut, also called smooth cut or domed cut, the gemstone surface is smooth and without facets. The upper side is often convex, the lower half is usually smooth.
  This cut type is used for opaque or slightly transparent gemstones. This allows the stone to shimmer in its full splendor.

Engraving is an old method to make your wedding and engagement ring something very special. Have your partner's fingerprint, the name in your own handwriting, a favorite quote, or a significant date and the name engraved into your rings to express your connection. There are no limits to your imagination!