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2. Stonesetting - Wikipedia

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   The earliest known technique of attaching stones to jewelry was bezel setting. A bezel is a strip of metal bent into the shape and size of the stone and then soldered to the piece of jewelry. The stone is then inserted into the bezel, and the metal edge of the bezel pressed over the edge of the stone, holding it in place.

3. Prong setting - Wikipedia

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   A prong set diamond in a gold ring.. Prong setting or prong mount refers to the use of metal projections or tines, called "prongs", to secure a gemstone to a piece of jewelry.A prong setting is one component of what is known to jewelers as a head, a claw-shaped type of binding (typically three, four, or six individual prongs per head) that is welded or soldered to a jewelry item to mount (or ...

4. Bezel (jewellery) - Wikipedia

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   Bezel settings use a type of elevated collar which wraps the rim of the diamond in a complete metal edging. This type of diamond ring setting is the most secure fastener for the stones. The bezel setting also protects the diamond better than other types of settings, such as the prong setting. A flush setting for diamond rings is a variation on ...

5. The Ultimate Guide to Engagement Rings-15 Styles and Settings ...

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   From diamond cuts, settings, and styles, here's all you need to know to purchase an engagement ring. Skip to main content. Sign in. Mail. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: 800-290 ...

6. Ring (jewellery) - Wikipedia

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   An oversized ladies' ring with a large center stone often surrounded by tiny stones. Nearly any oversized ladies' ring may be termed "cocktail". This is the most common type of costume jewellery ring and is also known as a cluster ring, statement ring and/or dinner ring. [20] Doctoral ring: A gold ring worn by a scholar who earns a doctoral ...

7. Diamond (gemstone) - Wikipedia

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   Total carat weight (t.c.w.) is a phrase used to describe the total mass of diamonds or other gemstone in a piece of jewelry, when more than one gemstone is used. Diamond solitaire earrings, for example, are usually quoted in t.c.w. when placed for sale, indicating the mass of the diamonds in both earrings and not each individual diamond.