Diamond Settings
Bezel: Setting in which a metal rim secures the diamond at the girdle, leaving only the top of the stone exposed.
Channel: Setting style with uniformly sized diamonds mounted in a grooved channel. Diamonds are secured as a group and are not separated by metal as in other setting styles.
East-West Setting: A ring setting where an elongated diamond, such as an oval, emerald, or marquise cut, is positioned horizontally rather than the traditional vertical orientation.
Eternity Ring: A ring featuring a continuous band of diamonds or gemstones set around the entire circumference, symbolizing everlasting love.
Halo: A setting style where a central diamond is surrounded by a circle (or multiple circles) of smaller diamonds, enhancing the overall sparkle and creating the illusion of a larger center stone.
Pavé: A setting style where small diamonds are set closely together, covering the entire surface of the metal.
Prong: Setting type in which diamonds are held in place by fine metal tines.
Rivière Necklace: A necklace design featuring a graduated line of diamonds or gemstones, with the largest stones in the front and tapering in size toward the back.
Solitaire: A ring or pendant containing a single diamond.
Studs: A style of earrings featuring a single diamond or gemstone set in a minimal setting, designed to sit flush against the earlobe.
Tennis Bracelet: A flexible bracelet with a symmetrical row of diamonds.
Tennis Necklace: A continuous strand of diamonds, typically set in a uniform or graduated style.
Tension: A setting technique that uses tension to hold a diamond between fine metal.
Toi et Moi Ring: A two-stone ring design, French for “you and me,” symbolizing the union of two souls. This style often features contrasting diamond shapes or colored gemstones.
