Ring settings, simply, are where you put the precious stone which is the centerpiece of your rings. There are many settings you can choose from. The most used, in history and now, is the prong setting. It’s also called the claw setting. In this setting, the gem is set in a metal basket and held by claws to the band. This is the best setting to display larger gems, as you can see even the sides. Smaller stones may not be best set in a prong setting.

The bezel setting or rubover setting covers most of the stone surface, mainly the sides. It consists of a metal flange that encircles the stone completely and may even extend and fold over the gem. Of course, there are quite a few bezel designs that encompass only part of the precious stone’s circumference. This is a great way of showing the best part of your gemstone. Bezel ring settings are also used to cover minor flaws in the diamonds or other stones set into the ring.

If you’re going for quantity, the cluster setting was conceived just for you. You can incorporate multiple stones in a cluster setting. Mostly this is done in a pattern, like a circle, a flower or a star. I can also be used to surround or enhance a larger gemstone with multiple smaller stones. You can find many with this design at Tiffany’s or Van Cleef.

The channel setting is a very good design for rings with no specified center stone. Eternity rings use these ring settings quite a lot. They’re also good for any other kind of ring, engagement rings, wedding rings, you say it! The gemstones flow around the band in stunning color and brilliance; you’ll never be disappointed in this setting. Buccalleti’s catalogue contains beautiful examples of this ring setting.

A flush setting stands in a league of its own. The gemstones are set below the metal band itself, unlike most other settings that place the gemstone above the band. This is advantageous in the fact that the stone gets very little damage from external forces and will last longer. The process is very rigorous, however, and you rarely see softer stones than diamonds situated in a flush setting. The jewelry industry is progressing by leaps and bounds, however, and it’s only a matter of time.

Another setting that’s quite unique is the invisible setting. It’s so called because you cannot immediately discern how the stone is set. Many of these designs set gems side by side and cover the band with them. Of course, you can always set smaller stones together in an invisible setting so they’re seen as a larger stone. It makes for a great centerpiece.

Many rings use two or more ring settings in a single ring. For example, using stones in flush or invisible settings to accentuate a much larger center stone set in a prong or bezel setting. All these settings are designed to showcase your gemstone, whether it is a diamond, sapphire, or an amber cat’s eye. Be sure to choose the right one for that perfect sparkle.

.25CT 14k White Gold Round Accent Diamond Semi Mount Engagement Ring Setting (G/H/I1)

• .25ct total diamond weight
• 14k white gold
• size 7
• 3mm 3.5 grams
• fits .75-1.00ct round stones

14K White Gold Diamond Semi-Mounting can hold a 1 Ct. Round, Brilliant cut stone inside a sturdy four prong setting. 10 Round, Brilliant cut natural G to H Color, I1 Clarity diamonds are secured in prong settings.

Price: $ 199.00

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