When should you get an eternity ring?

Eternity rings are versatile and can be purchased for numerous occasions at all kinds of life milestones. "Rings are known to mark special moments and signify various commitments in a relationship," Money explains. "Eternity rings especially underscore how deeply these moments are, as they celebrate specific milestones : the commitment to be together, a proposal, a marriage, push presents, anniversaries, and a lifetime of love."

Can a diamond eternity band be stretched?

"Because of the complexities of the design, many jewelers deter customers from resizing their eternity rings or say it isn't possible," says Money, adding that this isn't necessarily true, but it does take "a highly-skilled jeweler" to execute a resizing of an eternity band. "Some elements that play a role in the feasibility of a resizing for this style are: Metal type, stone type, and setting," Money says, adding that silver, gold, and platinum are easy to manipulate with heat but "the stone type can affect the process." If you're looking to resize a diamond ring, you might be in luck, Money says diamonds, rubies, and sapphires as "highly durable" and can withstand the heat. Opals and emeralds, however, cannot. If you do want to get your diamond eternity band resized, Money says that the setting is the most important part to consider. "Stones set in a channel set—or between two strips of metal—will likely require alterations to the style as it's the most difficult setting to work with," she explains. "Hand, prong, or bezel-set eternity bands are easier settings as the gems can be reset even if they fall out during the process."

Can you propose with an eternity ring?

Money says you can propose with a diamond eternity ring. "The more unique the ring, the better," she explains, adding that many people are more drawn to nontraditional styles in our modern time. "More and more we are finding our Millennial and Gen Z customers are focused on the thought behind the ring and the options available to make every detail purposeful and intentional," Money adds.

The 21 Best Lab-Grown Diamond Eternity Bands of 2024

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In the case of meaningful jewelry, rings are the reigning symbol of sentiment. For as long as they've existed, rings have symbolized devotion, eternity, and love—among other fairytale-worthy tokens of affection. This is especially true for the popular diamond eternity band, which has an everlasting essence to its design.

"The eternity band style is a popular ring design … characterized by gemstones set around the band without a blank space for the metal," says Kathryn Money, SVP of merchandising and retail at Brilliant Earth. "These sparkling pieces are a heartfelt expression of eternal love, appreciation, and admiration.

What makes this ring style even more special is that people have donned the design for thousands of years—eternity rings are believed to date back to ancient Egypt. Talk about an eternity! Albeit ancient in design, diamond eternity rings have seen a modern upgrade in recent years with the creation of lab-grown diamonds. These diamonds are chemically no different from Earth-grown (or natural) diamonds. The only difference is their origin. And since their creation doesn't require mining and touches fewer hands during the process, lab-grown diamonds—and lab-grown diamond eternity bands—boast a more sustainable and affordable take on fine jewelry.

We researched today's best lab-grown diamond eternity bands, evaluating each based on metal, finish, setting, diamond size, carat, and stone shape. We also noted the band width and size options.

Read on for the best lab-grown diamond eternity bands.

In This Article

Our Picks
What to Look For
FAQs
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Grown Brilliance

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We don't always see emerald-cut diamond eternity bands, but they're out there—and they're stunning. We love this one in particular for its seamless design, which utilizes a diamond setting that creates the illusion of diamonds touching each other in one solid band.

Metal: White gold, yellow gold, rose gold, or platinum | Carat: 2–5 | Sizes: 4–9

VRAI

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If you’re looking for a wedding band that feels both modern and glamorous, this VRAI piece is the perfect pick for you. The style comes with the choice of round brilliant or baguette-shaped diamonds and is available in platinum, as well as yellow, white, and rose gold.

Metal: Platinum, 18K yellow or white gold, 14K rose gold | Carat: 0.36 | Sizes: 4.5–8.25

Brilliant Earth

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It's all in the details with this gorgeous dazzler. It features a pavé setting for an added touch of sparkle, while remaining simple and traditional in design. The ring also comes with the option to add and subtract diamonds for custom carat weight and affordability.

Metal: Platinum, 18K white or yellow gold, 14K rose gold | Carat: 1–2 | Sizes: 3–9 and custom

Clean Origin

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If vintage-inspired is more your style, this is the perfect selection for you. A milgrain setting frames round and marquise-shaped diamonds making this eye-catching piece feel like a family heirloom passed down for generations.

Metal: Rose gold, white gold, or yellow gold | Carat: 0.25 | Sizes: 3–12

VRAI

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For jewelry collectors who aren't afraid to mix and match, this romantic style boasts a mix of diamond cuts for a truly unique design that adds detail and shimmer to any stack. With its combination of round and pear-shaped diamonds and unique style, this would make for a beautiful engagement eternity ring.

Metal: Platinum, 18K yellow or white gold, 14K rose gold | Carat: 0.45 | Sizes: 4.5–8

Brilliant Earth

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Traditionally, eternity rings feature a row of gemstones that wrap around the circumference of a ring without spacing. But, we love the more modern take with this Riveria Eternity Diamond Ring from Brilliant Earth. The design, which is available in yellow, white, and rose gold along with platinum, features small spaces between the diamonds to create a floating appearance.

Metal: 18K yellow gold, 18K white gold, 14K rose gold, platinum | Carat: 1–2 | Sizes: 3–9 and custom

Clean Origin

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If you prefer a wedding band that adds some sparkle without taking away the wow factor of your engagement ring, this Tess Eternity is a fitting choice. Simple and classic in design, the slim diamond-encrusted band would complement most engagement rings.

Metal: Platinum, yellow gold, white gold, or rose gold | Carat: 0.25–0.4 | Sizes: 3–12

NoÃ©mie

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Whether you’re more minimalistic with your jewelry or looking for a stackable ring option, this delicate ring from Noémie has you covered. We love the sleek and slender design, which adds a slight touch of sparkle without overpowering it.

Metal: Platinum, yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, or black gold | Carat: 0.31 | Sizes: 3–10 and custom

VRAI

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There are many ways to make a statement with a diamond eternity ring, but opting for a chunkier style like this Large Round Eternity Band from VRAI is the best way to draw the eyes. Available in a range of metal types, including wedding-favorite platinum, which symbolizes durability, nothing says forever quite like this.

Metal: Platinum, yellow gold, white gold, or rose gold | Carat: 3.25 | Sizes: 4.5–8

Shared Prong Round Lab Grown Diamond Eternity Band

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Looking for a simple design? We love this pared-down eternity band from Grown Brilliance. It's just over 2 millimeters in width and features shared-prong diamonds around the entire circumference. We love the delicate 1-carat option, but if you have a larger budget and want a bit more bling, it goes all the way up to 5 carats.

Metal: Yellow gold, rose gold, white gold, or platinum | Carat: 1–5 | Sizes: 4–9

Good Stone

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For a more modern take on the classic eternity band, this spaced design pulls out all the stops. While the diamonds still wrap the circumference of the rose, yellow, or white gold band, there are gaps between each diamond, giving it an upgraded feel. If you're looking for a second eternity ring to stack with a more traditional design, this one is it.

Metal: Platinum, yellow gold, rose gold, or white gold | Carat: Not listed | Sizes: 3.25–10

VRAI

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One thing we love about a diamond eternity band is how versatile the designs can be. This one in particular gives a more dainty appearance despite being completely covered in diamonds, making it the perfect ring for the minimalist or a gorgeous addition to a ring stack.

Metal: Platinum, yellow gold, white gold, or rose gold | Carat: 1–6.5 | Sizes: 3–14

Good Stone

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With its unique mix of diamonds and emeralds, this Medly Eternity Stacker from Good Stone features a row of oval-cut lab-grown diamonds in a slanted design while tiny round emeralds fill the spaces for a different take on the classic design.

Metal: Platinum, yellow gold, white gold, or rose gold | Carat: Not listed | Sizes: 3.25–10

VRAI

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When shopping for an eternity band that stacks well with other ring designs, choosing a size that makes a statement without overpowering is key. We love this style from VRAI because it's that perfect in-between of dainty and chunky, which would allow you to mix and match with other styles or wear it solo while still making a statement.

Metal: Platinum, rose gold, white gold, or yellow gold | Carat: 0.75 | Sizes: 4.5–10

Good Stone

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We didn't know it was possible to get three rings in one, but here we are—and we're drooling over the possibilities. This Diamond Eternity Band from Good Stone features half a band of emerald-cut stones and half a band of round-cut stones that allow you to either showcase each cut or half and half, creating the illusion that you own three diamond eternity bands and giving you even more options for everyday wear.

Metal: Platinum, yellow gold, white gold, or rose gold | Carat: Varies by ring size | Sizes: 3.25–10

James Allen

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For a lab-grown diamond eternity band that feels antique, we turn to this eye-catching style, which features a detailed prong design that created the illusion of a woven basket. On top of that, the ring is completely customizable in terms of metal type and carat weight, with options to choose from 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 carats. Plus, if lab-grown diamonds aren't your thing, you can splurge a bit more and go the for Earth-grown option instead.

Metal: Platinum, white gold, yellow gold, or rose gold | Carat: 2–6 | Sizes: 4–9.5

Good Stone

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Everything about this chunky eternity band screams unique. From the baguette-cut diamonds to the wide dome band, this ring is simple in design yet stunningly detailed in terms of diamond cut and placement. Ideal for a standalone ring—or even a fun take on a classic thick wedding band—the band has a vintage-style roaring ’20s feel to it, with a modern twist.

Metal: Platinum, yellow gold, white gold, or rose gold | Carat: 1.2 | Sizes: 3.25–10

Good Stone

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For a statement-making eternity ring, you want something that has an eye-catching size and design. And, unexpected diamond cuts are an added plus. This one features a double row of lab-grown baguette diamonds in a slanted setting giving it a chevron feel.

Metal: Platinum, yellow gold, white gold, or rose gold | Carat: Not listed | Sizes: 3.25–10

Good Stone

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So far, most of the baguette designs on our list offer a lot of detail. But, if you're looking for something simple in a baguette cut, this lab-grown eternity band from Good Stone is a great choice. The ring features the classic eternity ring design, only trading in the traditional oval or round diamonds for slim and rectangular baguette diamonds.

Metal: Platinum, yellow gold, white gold, or rose gold | Carat: 0.5 | Sizes: 3.25–10

HautCarat Lab Created Diamond 18K Gold Eternity Band

Haute Carat

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From engagements to big anniversaries, this oval diamond eternity band from HauteCarat is a great option. The design—which features 20 lab-grown diamonds—is breathtaking in size and style and would be the perfect choice for the most special of occasions.

Metal: Rose gold, white gold, or yellow gold | Carat: 4–12 | Sizes: 3–10

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If don't want to spend a fortune on an eternity band but don't necessarily want the cheapest option, either, this might be the one. The Milan Ring is available with various carat weights, including one-third or two-thirds of a carat for less than $2,000.

Metal: Yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, or platinum | Carat: 0.33–0.66 | Sizes: 3–9 and custom

What to Look For When Shopping for a Lab-Grown Diamond Eternity Band

Setting

One of the most important things to consider when shopping for a diamond eternity band is the setting. "The setting determines how easily the band could be resized if being utilized as an heirloom piece," says Money, adding that some settings are "more difficult to repair for new fit than others."

If you're partial to pavé-set diamonds, consider the French Pavé Eternity Lab Diamond Ring from Brilliant Earth. For something more unique, go with a slanted setting or even milgrain, like the Clean Origin Montague Marquise Eternity Band.

Diamond Size and Shape

The size and shape of the diamonds is typically tailored to the wearer's style preference. Whether you opt for round-cut, emerald-cut, pear-cut, or a combination or shapes, Money explains that the choice will dictate the overall aesthetic of the eternity band. "Smaller diamonds contribute to a daintier look and are often easier to stack with other eternity bands, while bigger diamonds boast as a chunkier statement," she says.

If you're drawn to classic emerald-cut stones, you might like the Brilliant Earth Emerald Lab Grown Diamond Eternity Band. We also like VRAI's Alternating Shapes Band, which features a beautiful mix of cuts.

Band Metal and Width

Metal matters, too, of course. Most people opt for something to match their engagement ring or the same metal as their previous wedding band if they're upgrading to an eternity band. But this is ultimately up to the wearer. As with the VRAI Devotion Band, many eternity rings are available in multiple metals, including white gold, rose gold, yellow gold, and platinum.

You'll also want to pay attention to the band width. Something narrower like the 2.1-millimeter Grown Brilliance Shared Prong Round Diamond Eternity Band will be more delicate, while a thicker band can fit larger diamonds.

FAQ

When should you get an eternity ring?

Eternity rings are versatile and can be purchased for numerous occasions at all kinds of life milestones. "Rings are known to mark special moments and signify various commitments in a relationship," Money explains. "Eternity rings especially underscore how deeply these moments are, as they celebrate specific milestones: the commitment to be together, a proposal, a marriage, push presents, anniversaries, and a lifetime of love."
Can a diamond eternity band be stretched?

"Because of the complexities of the design, many jewelers deter customers from resizing their eternity rings or say it isn't possible," says Money, adding that this isn't necessarily true, but it does take "a highly-skilled jeweler" to execute a resizing of an eternity band.
"Some elements that play a role in the feasibility of a resizing for this style are: Metal type, stone type, and setting," Money says, adding that silver, gold, and platinum are easy to manipulate with heat but "the stone type can affect the process." If you're looking to resize a diamond ring, you might be in luck, Money says diamonds, rubies, and sapphires as "highly durable" and can withstand the heat. Opals and emeralds, however, cannot.
If you do want to get your diamond eternity band resized, Money says that the setting is the most important part to consider. "Stones set in a channel set—or between two strips of metal—will likely require alterations to the style as it's the most difficult setting to work with," she explains. "Hand, prong, or bezel-set eternity bands are easier settings as the gems can be reset even if they fall out during the process."
Can you propose with an eternity ring?

Money says you can propose with a diamond eternity ring. "The more unique the ring, the better," she explains, adding that many people are more drawn to nontraditional styles in our modern time. "More and more we are finding our Millennial and Gen Z customers are focused on the thought behind the ring and the options available to make every detail purposeful and intentional," Money adds.

Why Trust Brides

Contributing writer Jessie Quinn is a bridal-obsessed lifestyle journalist with a bachelor's degree in fashion journalism. At Brides, she puts a style spin on fine jewelry and covers anything from the best diamond engagement rings to heirloom-worthy necklaces for the big day. She is also a collector of fine jewelry herself and has a personal affinity for anything gold and embellished with precious gemstones. Rings are Jessie's go-to jewelry item for everyday wear and she's particularly drawn to pieces that have unique designs that make a statement on their own but still pair beautifully together. Her personal ring collection involves a mix of antique family heirlooms stacked and styled with more modern designs. Commerce writer and Brides contributor Theresa Holland updated this story with additional products and buying tips.

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