Setting of gems and diamonds in jewellery

Jewelry that uses gemstones and diamonds requires an experienced setter to be able to work each gemstone into the precious metal with absolute accuracy. Rings could have a diamond set in such a way that the stones appear to float in gold like the flush setting, or perhaps emeralds set in a pendant with prongs that set the stone off like the prong setting grab the corners. The setting plays an important role in the final look of the piece of jewelry. It is the process by which gemstones are set in the metal. Setters are skilled workers who must precisely set each gemstone and be very gentle as they can damage stones and the metal if additional pressure is applied with the tools.

THE PROCESS:

If it is made by hand, the cleaned piece of jewelry is placed in its raw, unfinished state on a “chapdi”, whereby the setter can carefully set each gemstone with absolute accuracy. The chapdi uses lac to grab the metal and secure it in place. The setter places each gem in the metal sleeve and then carefully selects the preferred setting style to set each gem.

The setter prepares the chapdi with the varnish for the piece of jewelry

The jewelry in the lacquer and a finished piece to the left of it

The setter carefully places each gemstone with absolute accuracy. The finished parts mentioned depend immensely on the talent of each worker. Since hiring is a very important part of the whole process, skilled workers receive a bonus. This is why brand jewelry suppliers like KuberBox can provide you with a high quality product by employing highly skilled and skilled people for every process. Local jewelers, on the other hand, do not have the tools and technology required and have been known to compromise during manufacture. This shortcoming ultimately shows in the finishing of her jewelry.

Here are some of the different types of setting styles:

PAVÉ SETTING In the pavé setting, gemstones are set in such a way that they look like a honeycomb. A great deal of skill is required in this setting, as the setter has to be so sensitive with each stone that he places it in the metal. The proximity of each stone makes it all the more difficult to set each stone correctly.

CHANNEL SETTING As the name suggests, the channel setting uses channels in which stones are placed side by side and secured. The channel setting can be more stable when there are metal bars at the bottom, which reduce the risk of stones loosening and loosening in their setting. This setting style holds the gems in place and is clasped by the edges.

BEZEL SETTING In the bezel setting, a thin metal strip envelops the gemstone and secures it. This thin piece of metal is known as the bezel. The bezel setting is a popular setting style these days as the jewelry gives the impression that every gemstone has a gold border. It is very attractive and gives the jewels an expensive look.

PRONG SETTING Thin metal wires called prongs usually hold the gemstones in pairs. It can also be called a claw or claw setting, as they tend to resemble claws that hold the gemstone securely in place. The tine settings must be used very carefully, especially when used with diamonds, as diamonds are so much harder than the precious metals that they can wear out the tines over time. But that’s a rarity.

FLUSH SETTING The flush setting uses all of the metal to protect the stones and keep them in place. Every stone seems to be in the jewelry and is still very safe. The flush setting is commonly seen in rings, on ribbons on bangles, etc.

PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT The pressure setting places gemstones so close together that you cannot tell that they are secured by metal. When adjusting the pressure, the stones must be grooved under the table where they can slide into position and then be carried from the inside by a wire. It is one of the most difficult techniques to master and requires a lot of precision. In the invisible environment, the stones seem to hold each other. The pressure setting is often used as a substitute for solitaire diamonds. This is because the stones are so close together that they almost appear like a solitaire. It is also sometimes referred to as a valuable backdrop.

TENSION ADJUSTMENT These days, tension adjustment is a commonly used setting where the metal acts like a spring and holds the gem in place. Gems look like they’re floating, but they also attract a lot more dirt and grease compared to the other styles of setting, mainly because the stone is completely exposed in this setting. There are many other setting styles, some branding styles, and some legacy styles that are used by people. The ones we mentioned above are some of the most popular and widely used styles.