Houston Diamond District
Halo Settings

Houston Diamond District

8.6
Excellent/10

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Scoring 8.6/10, the Houston Diamond District is a standout halo settings offering. As a luxury option at $4163, it delivers impressive stone quality and refined craftsmanship. The 18K White Gold halo setting with its round brilliant center stone makes this a compelling choice for anyone seeking a ring that commands attention.

Setting TypeHalo
Center StoneDiamond
Carat Weight1.23 ct (center)
Halo StonesFrench-Set Diamond Halo

Our Review

The Houston Diamond District halo ring delivers the visual amplification that makes this setting style so popular. The center Round Brilliant is surrounded by a precisely set ring of melee diamonds that adds approximately 30-40% to the perceived size. During our evaluation, the halo's sparkle was noticeably more intense than comparable solitaire settings — light bounces between the center stone and surrounding halo to create a continuous shimmer.

From a construction standpoint, the 18K White Gold band on the Houston Diamond District is solidly made. We checked for common quality issues — thin spots, uneven plating, rough interior — and found none. The ring has that satisfying heft that indicates full-weight metal rather than hollow or lightweight construction. The gallery beneath the center stone is cleanly finished, an often-overlooked quality indicator.

For everyday wear, the Houston Diamond District is excellent. The band width feels proportional on the finger, and the setting height is low enough to avoid snagging while still letting the stone breathe. We recommend standard care — remove during heavy manual work, clean with mild soap monthly, and have a jeweler inspect the prongs annually.

Should you buy the Houston Diamond District? For buyers in the luxury range, this is one of the strongest options we have tested. The combination of 18K White Gold and Round Brilliant stone creates a lasting impression that photographs beautifully and wears well daily.

What We Like

  • Split shank design adds modern elegance to the classic halo
  • Maximum sparkle from every angle with surrounding halo
  • Each halo stone is individually inspected for quality

Watch Out For

  • Premium price point reflects the luxury-grade materials
  • Tiny halo stones can come loose with rough wear
  • Halo setting adds complexity to future resizing

Specifications

Setting TypeHalo
Center StoneDiamond
Carat Weight1.23 ct (center)
Halo StonesFrench-Set Diamond Halo
Total Carat Weight1.97 ctw
Stone ShapeRound Brilliant
Metal18K White Gold
Karat18K
Prong TypeClaw Prong
Band Width1.8mm
8.6/10
Excellent

The Verdict

Scoring 8.6/10, the Houston Diamond District is a standout halo settings offering. As a luxury option at $4163, it delivers impressive stone quality and refined craftsmanship. The 18K White Gold halo setting with its round brilliant center stone makes this a compelling choice for anyone seeking a ring that commands attention.

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