When I set out to propose to my (now) wife, I knew I wanted to do something special. What better way to propose to a one-of-a-kind girl than with a one-of-a-kind ring?!

So I got to working on a design in SolidWorks. The braid and low profile were crucial parts of the initial sketches, and after a number of calculations, I was able to generate the shape of the braid mathematically. I manipulated my equations to optimize the braid and then shaved the underside of the ring so it would lay flat on her finger. To hold the diamond tightly in place, I chose 6 prongs instead of 4.

I was initially planning to 3D print the ring in hard wax to investment cast the ring, but I was encouraged to have the professional casters do that work, which was wise advice. They had it done far faster than I could have ever done it.

My fiancée loved it and wears it today bonded to her wedding band!