An Eternity Band Makes the Perfect Engagement Ring

Legend has it that the eternity ring dates all the way back to Ancient Egypt, and then re-emerged as a token of devotion in 18th-century Europe. Now, the enduring style is back on-trend, with a contemporary twist.

Featuring stones that typically run all the way around, these rings—also known as infinity bands—represent eternal love and were traditionally used as wedding bands or to celebrate milestone anniversaries. Given their symbolism and brilliant quality, modern couples are turning to eternity bands for their engagements.

From round cut to emerald, channel-set to pavé, there's an eternity band to suit every taste. When paired with wedding rings, options abound. You can make a statement by combining two eternity bands twinkling with diamonds, or let your engagement ring shine next to a more traditional wedding band in your precious metal of choice.

With hundreds of eternity rings to choose from, how do you decide on The One? Here are five beautiful, on-trend designs from Birks’ Bridal collection—each available in a variety of carat weights and prices—to shop at Maison Birks stores across Canada and online at Birks.com. Birks is a member of the Responsible Jewellery Council and follows the Kimberley Process, so you can be confident your diamonds are conflict-free and ethically sourced. Book an appointment with a Birks diamond expert at Birks.com to find the perfect engagement ring for you.

A continuous circle of round-cut diamonds makes this ring a quintessential eternity band. Adorned with 16 diamonds altogether, with a total weight of 4.00ct, it's a classic style suitable for any couple planning their engagement.

Delicately elegant, this eternity band is perfectly suited for petite hands. With 30 diamonds set in 18kt yellow gold, it's also the ideal ring for stacking. Combine with a dainty wedding band, then build your stack by adding a new layer to celebrate milestones.

Birks 3.72ct Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Wedding Band, starting at $15,800, Birks.com

Bring on the sparkle with a band of emerald-cut diamonds. Set in platinum, this versatile design suits both traditional and contemporary tastes, and works wonderfully for couples looking for matching styles for their dual proposals.

Alternating round-cut and baguette diamonds, this semi-eternity design is a unique and sophisticated choice.

This channel-set eternity band featuring round-cut diamonds pairs perfectly with a narrow milgrain edged wedding band, or a wide tantalum or black carbon wedding band.

This content was created by The Kit; Birks funded and approved it.