Stone Setting Types

PRONG SET

The prong is the most popular setting. A prong is a narrow piece of metal that folds over the edge of the gemstone to secure it. A prong setting appears to elevate a stone higher than in other settings, and is used most often with diamond solitaires. --------------------------------------------------------------------

INVISIBLE SET

Invisible setting is relatively new. Calibrated stones with slits are placed into a frame with ridges to hold them in place. No metal appears between any stones. This setting only employs baguettes and princess cuts or a combination of both.

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CHANNEL SET

Smaller stones are closely set in a row between two metal walls. No metal appears between the stones. Channel settings often include square and baguette stones. They are frequently used in engagement bands or as side accents to a center stone.

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PAVE SET

The word actually comes from the French word to pave because of its paved look. The round stones are patterned very closely together and the only metal visible is what is actually used to hold the stones in place.

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ABOUT TIFFANY SETTINGS

First created in 1886, these prong settings quickly became the signature design of Tiffany & Co., the noted jewelry design company that focuses on the stunning clarity and precision of beautiful gems rather than overwhelming the eye with elaborate styles and settings.

The Tiffany mount is simple: four or six prongs securely hold the diamond around its girdle (the thickest portion of the stone), elevating it above a plain metal band. The prongs are spaced equally around the circumference of the stone, mimicking the symmetry of the diamond’s cut.

Today, Tiffany-style settings are the most popular option for brides-to-be, particularly for solitaire rings. Many jewelers offer “trial” rings in classic tiffany arrangements for grooms to use for the proposal, and the couple can then return later to choose the bride’s preferred setting, though many brides opt to keep the simple solitaire with its understated elegance.

We use Tiffany settings on our engagement rings center stone for durability and safety. ---------------------------------------------------------------------