Anniversary Bands vs. Eternity Bands: What Is Difference

Many people are confused about the difference between eternity bands and anniversary bands, which one should be purchased for which occasion? What do they represent? In this article, we'll take a look at eternity bands vs anniversary bands.

What is the difference between an eternity ring and an anniversary ring?

Appearance: Anniversary rings have a bezel set with a gemstone but not a full bezel like eternity rings, it will have a section of the ring without a gemstone.

Scenarios: Anniversary rings are usually purchased as gifts for wedding anniversaries, while eternity rings can be purchased for milestones, such as weddings, birthdays, graduations, and so on.

Size Adjustment: Because eternity rings are set with equal-sized stones throughout the entire band, trying to adjust the size if it's not the right size will result in incomplete stones on the band or gaps between the metals; whereas anniversary rings can be adjusted by adjusting the part of the band that is not set with stones to adjust the size.

What is an eternity band?

An eternity ring is a type of wedding band that has a continuous, uninterrupted circle of gemstones set into the band. It is usually seen at an important time in life.

Radiant Cut Moissanite Eternity Ring

What is the meaning of an eternity ring?

A string of gemstones on an eternity ring, a design that allows the gemstones to encircle the finger, represents endless love and commitment and usually signifies eternal love.

What is an anniversary ring?

Anniversary rings are a type of ring commonly used to celebrate wedding anniversaries and are now becoming a popular choice for wedding bands, where the band is set with only a small portion or half of the diamond and not the entire ring.

lexandrite & Tanzanite Ring White Gold Anniversary Wedding Band

What is the significance of anniversary rings?

The incompletely set band of an anniversary ring represents the paths two people have traveled and the paths they have yet to travel, it shows your past and your future and signifies a kind of mutual companionship and warmth between partners.

Which finger should I wear my eternity ring or anniversary ring on?

This can depend on your preference, but it is usually worn on the same finger as the engagement ring and wedding ring.

Remember: what is given with love is precious, no matter what it means.