UNDERSTANDING PRONG SETTING by vishnu

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UNDERSTANDING PRONG SETTING
by vishnu

Planning to buy a ring? Choosing the right ring setting is equally important as selecting the metal and the gemstone. How the stones are held in a setting is an important feature of a design. One of the most popular and most common ring settings is prong setting. Whether you are buying an engagement ring, a wedding ring or an everyday wear, stone set in prongs add grace to your stone. Prong setting is also known as claw setting because it resembles a claw that clutches the stone tightly. To create a prong setting, the gem is inserted into metal prongs that form a basket-like base if we see form the top. This setting is most commonly used for gemstones and solitaire rings. To set diamonds and other gems securely and safely, prong setting is the preferred choice of both- jewelers as well as customers.

Prong ends are often rounded; they bent over the stone holding the gemstone firmly. If you want to show off your Diamond solitaire, get it set within prongs. Prong setting is designed to highlight the diamond and is therefore the favorite choice for engagement rings. It allows the diamond to sit high off the finger making it visible and catching the eye of many. Prong setting is a subtle and elegant setting that adds sparkle to your stone. The best part about this setting is that it is less expensive than the intricate designs. So, if you want to flaunt your solitaire, prong setting is the perfect setting for you.

Prongs are often made of thin wires of platinum because it is stronger and denser than other precious metals, which offers protection to the stone from everyday wear and tear. Before you choose a ring of prong setting, make sure you consider several factors that ensure you buy the right ring. Examine that the prongs hold the gemstone snugly and tightly. It should not wobble or move from side to side avoiding the stone to fall. Check that the stone sits evenly. If you are willing to wear your prong set ring all day long, then avoid thin and flat prongs because they tend to break easily.

A prong setting can be tall or it can be short, depending how close or far you want your stone to rest from your finger. Prongs can be shaped into oval, pointed and V- shaped. The traditional six prongs and four prongs setting is an ideal setting to hold a solitaire. Four or six prongs setting are not just recommended because of its aesthetic appeal, but for securing large stones as well. For a diamond solitaire engagement ring you can choose tall prongs that allow diamond to sit high showing it off nicely. This setting allows more light to enter thus reflecting more light which gives the diamond more fire and brilliance. If you really want your diamond and you to shine, then select a ring set in prongs. But tall prongs are slightly risky to wear because they easily snag the threads of your clothes. Tall prongs lift the stone up away from the finger making it more visible. Another variation on the prong setting is the common setting of the prongs. This setting is usually used in a band where number of gemstones is set close together and they share the prongs letting maximum light to enter. If we view this setting from distance, it appears that the gemstones are set side by side without the interference of too many prongs. V-shaped prongs setting are generally used for pear shaped gems and for square princess cut to protect delicate pointed ends.

Prong setting emphasizes on the stones and not on the metal used. The purpose of this setting is to hold the gemstone securely in the mounting and at the same time allowing light to enter for maximum brilliance.

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Posted on: May 7,2008

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