Diamond engagement ring setting is usually made of precious metals such as gold (yellow or white) or platinum but also, more recently, of titanium. The setting can consist of prongs, channels or simple pressure.
There is no limit to the imagination of designers. You can find an incredibly wide variety of models of settings. These range from understated, elegant solitaires to exquisite gemstone-encrusted pavéd settings. They combine in the most unexpected and ingenious forms. You can also design your own ring.
The classic, most popular and also the most affordable diamond engagement ring setting is the solitaire. Usually settings are the least expensive part of the ring. Their price can be influenced by the way they are made. Stamped settings are cheaper than the ones that are hand-crafted. Some are cast and then assembled by hand.
Choosing the Diamond Engagement Ring Setting
By all means, be sure to find out what the setting is made of. If it is plated, the thin layer will very soon wear off) as you certainly do not want to put a valuable stone in an inappropriate setting. Spend that little bit extra on the setting you want, so that you can add a plus for the final effect. Compared to the price of the diamond, the setting is inexpensive anyway.
When you choose the setting, you should already know the type of jewelry she prefers (gold or white type, simple or richer, with side stones — or even paved, large or delicate). You will even try to establish which model would suit her personality best, and match the shape of her hand. In general, the size of the ring should correspond to the size of her hand.
When you choose the style, the final appearance of the jewel, you should bear in mind that:
- a large ring with a prominent stone flatters a long fingered, muscular hand
- a medium size ring with a large stone looks good on a hand with wide, short fingers. The setting must not be pronged, so that the stone is not prominent
- a delicate ring with a medium stone fits a delicate hand; if the fingers are short, a small stone might be a good choice
In any case, keep it simple, but let personal taste rule. Also check the best fitted cut for your stone.
Choose the most appropriate setting for the stone. A gold setting will enhance the whiteness of colorless diamonds, whereas a white setting might reveal any tint of yellow (for a lower color-graded stone). Also, match the model of the diamond engagement ring setting to the size and cut of the stone.
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