Using three stone diamond ring settings in your diamond engagement ring is one of the best ways to get great bling for your bucks. In this setting, a center diamond of respectable size is flanked with two accent stones of comparatively smaller carat weight on either side. The main metal settings used in this type of diamond engagement ring designs are prong and bezel settings. Usually, a brilliant round cut diamond, princess cut diamond, or any other gemstone that displays imminent sparkle is used to embellish this kind of setting. In case of metal choices, the most preferred one is platinum for obvious reasons such as better durability, scratch resistance, mirror-like reflection, etc. Another metal that will be a great option is 18k yellow gold that also offers a warm elegance to your sparkler. The main advantage of the three stone diamond ring settings is that the overall look creates an illusion of a huge, single diamonds that exhibit ultimate sparkle. This is way better and affordable option than using a huge gemstone of similar carat weight. Furthermore, this setting is also ideal for the couple who like to highlight the main gemstone. Not to mention, if you use colored diamonds or other gemstones to achieve the same effect, it will be magical.