Choosing a Ring Prong Setting

of gold, platinum and silver rings offer a range of different settings. Before you go out and buy an engagement ring, wedding ring or second ring, watch this short guide to various ring prong setting that are currently available.

Engagement Ring Settings

prong setting, also called a claw setting, is the most commonly used setting.

prong setting is especially popular for solitaire engagement rings. diamond or other gem is inserted into three or more metal prongs forming basket-like base. Then prong ends are bent so that the rest against the crown, just past the stone's girdle, holding it snugly in place.

Visible prong ends are often rounded, but they can be shaped into ovals, points, V-shapes, left flat or even formed into decorative shapes. prong setting can be tall, perching the diamond ring above the band. Also, it can also be short, with stone rests closer to your finger.

Trn Set Advantages and Disadvantages

Prongs are tiny, so more of the stone is visible. In addition, the prong settings are easy and quick to make and they are usually cheaper than more intricate settings. Finally, the stones set in prongs are usually easier to clean.

There are some drawbacks to the prong settings that you should be aware of. belt of the gemstone is not covered by the prongs offer less protection than other stone, the more closed settings. On top of that, can catch a tooth clothing and other objects they come into contact.

Rating prong settings

If you buy a ring with a prong setting, then you should carefully consider some of the following points:

1st Make sure that the gemstone is held comfortably and not wobble.

2.prongs should be established so that the stone is located at a height not even up or down on either side.

3rd Very thin or flat prongs will eventually break or wear away, putting at risk gemstone.

4th Hooked teeth or branch within that form an open loop before they touch the stone, will open in time.

5th Short teeth, which provide sufficient contact with the gemstone, it certainly will not hold it in place and can catch on clothing and other items.

6th Large prongs can overcome gemstone, setting it less attractive.

7th If you have or are planning to have children, do not want to wear a tall, narrow settings that can scratch or puncture the delicate skin.

Finally, a professional jeweler may have charts that will help you visualize these and other types of teeth. Ask your jeweler if he or she has a point with a diagram.

You should also be aware that the prongs may be repaired with time.

Ask the jeweler to show you a few prong setting and ask for advice about safety and durability of each.

Trying many rings is the best way to discover how many different settings, feel and look like.