Updated as of June 2026
Smoky Quartz pave ring
Set a Smoky Quartz center in a pave ring and you get tiny stones set along the band for continuous shimmer around a brown, gray, smoky, black stone scoring 6.6 on the AltGems Score.
Why a pave setting suits Smoky Quartz
Tiny stones set along the band for continuous shimmer. At Mohs 7, Smoky Quartz handles ring wear well with normal care.
Other Smoky Quartz ring styles
Smoky Quartz solitaire ringSmoky Quartz halo ringSmoky Quartz hidden halo ringSmoky Quartz three stone ringSmoky Quartz vintage and antique ring
See the pave style guide, the Smoky Quartz engagement ring guide, and Smoky Quartz overview.
Frequently asked questions
Is a Smoky Quartz pave ring a good idea?
Tiny stones set along the band for continuous shimmer. At Mohs 7, Smoky Quartz handles ring wear well with normal care.
How much is a Smoky Quartz pave ring?
The Smoky Quartz center runs about $3 to $50 per carat, and the finished ring depends on the metal and the accent stones this style adds.
What metal suits a Smoky Quartz pave ring?
Smoky Quartz pairs well with yellow gold, sterling silver, rose gold.