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A flush setting, also known as a gypsy or burnish setting, sets the diamond into a drilled hole in the band of the ring so that the diamond sits “flush” within the band. To achieve this effect, the jeweller hammers the metal around the circumference of the diamond to hold it securely in place. However, […]

In 1886 Tiffany & Co. developed a special solitaire six-prong setting to maximize light return on a diamond ring. This plain-band setting has come to be known as “the Tiffany setting.” This setting is distinguished by the knife edge of its band and the curved design of its prongs. It is a variant of the […]

A cluster setting “clusters” stones tightly together in order to mimic the effect of one large diamond. It can either contain a larger centre stone or cluster together stones of equal size. The effect of combining diamonds together creates a dazzling display of light, sparkle and brilliance. In the example below this cluster setting gives […]

The channel setting is a secure way to set smaller diamonds in a row into the band of the ring, making a metal channel of sparkling stones flush with the shank. Channel set rings feature accent gemstones, which are small diamonds or other gemstones incorporated into a ring to add a touch of sparkle and […]

Setting diamonds separately between vertical bars of metal is another way to set diamonds or precious stones.This is done by using short strips of precious metal, like sleepers on a railway track, placed between the stones. Classic yet contemporary, in bar settings the sides of the gemstones are open, optimising brilliance and scintillation (sparkle). Bar […]

The halo setting refers to the placement of diamonds or other gemstones in a concentric circle or square around a centre stone. The halo setting gives the illusion of a larger centre stone. The extra stones around the centre diamond draw attention back to it, bringing more light and increasing the overall sparkle of the […]

The bezel setting, like the prong setting, is one of the most popular ring settings due to its modern look and suitability for an active lifestyle. Instead of holding the diamond with claws, the bezel setting surrounds the diamond, or centre stone, with a thin metal rim custom-made to hold the stone tightly in place.  […]

Classic Tension Setting The tension setting, as its names suggests, secures the diamond in the ring through the pressure exerted by the metal band on either side of the stone. The diamond, therefore, appears to be suspended, or floating, between the two sides of the band. It is the ring itself which holds the diamond, […]

The cathedral setting is one of the most elegant and classic ways of displaying a diamond or gemstone. Similar to the graceful arches of a cathedral, this ring setting uses arches of metal to hold the stone firmly in place. The cathedral can be set with prongs, bezel, or tension setting since the defining characteristic […]

The three-stone setting, also referred to as the trilogy setting, is a versatile setting that can be chosen for engagement, anniversary, or any occasion rings. It is popular amongst those that like to attribute meaning, be it religious, romantic or personal. For example, the three stones can represent the Father, the Son, and the Holy […]