How Are Precious Stones Set In Jewelry?

Precious stones are set in jewelry using a variety of techniques. The most common technique used in setting precious stones in a gold cocktail ring would be prong setting.

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How are precious stones set in jewelry?

In a prong setting, the gemstone is held in place by metal prongs that are bent over the edges of the stone. The prongs can be of different shapes, such as V-shape, U-shape, and claws, and they can be made of the same metal as the band or in a contrasting color.

For example, in a gold cocktail ring with a large diamond as the centerpiece, the diamond would be placed in a hole in the band, and four or six prongs (depending on the size and shape of the diamond) would be bent over the edges of the diamond to secure it in place.

The prongs are usually made of the same gold as the band, and they can be polished to a high shine to match the band or left with a matte finish for contrast. The diamond will be sitting high off the band, making it the focal point of the ring.