WORKSHOP | Ring Settings Explained

The four rounded prongs secure the gemstone while maximizing visibility and reducing the risk of snagging on clothing.

The six rounded prongs secure the gemstone while maximizing visibility and reducing the risk of snagging on clothing.

This type of rounded prong setting has two twin prongs in each corner to secure the gemstone or diamond. This provides a more secure hold and can offer a vintage aesthetic. 

This type of squared prong setting has six prongs to secure the gemstone. Its squared ends can provide a more secure hold and a vintage aesthetic.

This type of squared prong setting has four prongs to secure the gemstone. Its squared ends can provide a more secure hold and a vintage aesthetic. 

This type of squared prong setting has two twin prongs in each corner to secure the gemstone or diamond. This provides a more secure hold and can offer a vintage aesthetic. 

This setting is often known as a '4 talon prong' because one end is pointed like an eagle's claw. It secures the gemstone in place while allowing maximum exposure to light, enhancing the stone's brilliance and sparkle. 

This setting is often known as a '6 talon prong' because one end is pointed like an eagle's claw. It secures the gemstone in place while allowing maximum exposure to light, enhancing the stone's brilliance and sparkle. 

This type of clawed prong setting has two twin prongs in each corner to secure the gemstone or diamond. This provides a more secure hold and can offer a vintage aesthetic. 

The metal surrounding a gemstone is polished and shaped to enhance the stone's brilliance and reflection. This technique uses the metal's reflective properties to make the stone appear brighter and more sparkling. 

This technique involves encircling the gemstone with a continuous metal rim, providing a secure and sleek look that protects and showcases the gemstone.

This technique surrounds only half of the gemstone with a metal rim, allowing more light for better sparkle. However, it doesn't hold the gemstone as securely as a full bezel.

The metal prongs form a V-shape to hold the gemstone in place. They are particularly well-suited for princess, pear, or marquise cuts or rings that get a lot of wear as they provide a secure grip. 

Bar settings securely hold a gemstone with two vertical metal bars on either side. This design allows ample light to enter the stone, enhancing its brilliance and creating a modern, minimalist aesthetic.

Gemstones are held by shared prongs connecting adjacent stones instead of each gemstone having its own prongs. This enhances light reflection but offers less security than other settings.

Gemstones are securely embedded within a channel, holding them in place securely and creating a smooth, continuous surface. This method is popular for its durability, sleek appearance, and ease of cleaning. 

This setting type uses the metal band's inherent tension and strength to keep the gemstone in place. It gives the illusion that the stone is "suspended" or "floating" in the ring. 

The tips of the primary gemstone are also set with smaller gemstones using flush or bezel settings. While this enhances sparkle, the smaller stones can become loose with frequent wear.

This prong setting goes beyond the basic four or six prongs and requires a higher level of craftsmanship. It often utilises more intricate shapes, styles, and placements to enhance the overall design and aesthetics of the jewellery piece. 

The metal surrounding each gemstone is polished and shaped to enhance the stone's brilliance and reflection. This technique uses the metal's reflective properties to make the stone appear brighter and more sparkling. 

Gemstones are securely embedded within a channel, holding them in place and creating a smooth, continuous surface. This method is popular for its durability, sleek appearance, and ease of cleaning. 

Gemstones are held by shared prongs connecting adjacent stones instead of each gemstone having its own prongs. This enhances light reflection but offers less security than other settings.

A pavé setting, meaning "paved" in French, is a technique in which numerous gemstones are set closely together in three or more rows, creating a continuous, sparkling effect.

Gemstones are arranged in a scallop shell pattern, secured by tiny claws, creating a unique and intricate design.

Also known as bead setting, it uses small, tiny prongs or beads raised from the metal band to hold the gemstones in place. It's often used for eternity rings or bands where a continuous line of stones is desired. 

They hold the gemstones with shared vertical metal bars on either side. This design allows ample light to enter the stone, enhancing its brilliance and creating a modern, minimalist aesthetic.

This technique involves encircling the gemstones with a continuous metal rim, providing a secure and sleek look that protects and showcases the gemstones.

Also known as French pavé, this setting uses tiny, partially split metal beads to secure the gemstones, creating a delicate fishtail appearance. It allows diamonds to sit low in the metal, enhancing their brilliance.

Also known as a gypsy or burnished setting. Gemstones are set in a drilled hole to fit flush with the band's surface. This results in a sleek, low-profile look. 

It features tiny gemstones arranged in a tight, alternating pattern. The prongs often appear like additional diamonds, creating the illusion that the entire ring is covered in them.

Accent / Melee gemstones are set into the 'bridge' of the ring. They aren't typically visible when looking at the ring from the top of the primary gemstone... ergo they are hidden.

A "peekaboo" setting refers to diamonds hidden from direct view but still visible from a specific angle. These diamonds are often placed on the sides of the ring, under the centre stone.

Accent / Melee gemstones are set into the bar area within the ring basket. They aren't typically visible when looking at the ring from the top of the primary gemstone... ergo they are hidden.

Small accent stones are placed on the sides and/or top of the halo around the centre stone, adding an extra sparkle that is only visible from the sides.

Small gemstones are set into a halo around the neck of the ring, typically under the primary gemstone. These diamonds are hidden from direct view but are still visible from a specific angle as they sit under the primary gemstone.

A hidden gemstone is set on the underside of the band, making it invisible when worn. This option is perfect for including sentimental stones that don’t match the overall jewellery design.