Beauty of a ring blossoms only when the setting of the diamond or gemstone is perfect, the grip should be very rigid but at the same time it should excel the mystic shine of the diamonds or gemstones studded in the piece of the ornament. Eclectic diamond settings are generally applied to create an exquisite piece of jewelry depending on the design and style of the artistic ornaments. Investing utmost skill and efficiency in the formation of these glamorous pieces, the range of excellent ring settings for diamonds are crafted by our fine artisans. In order to adorn yourself with the perfect engagement ring setting, it is quite imperative to acquire complete knowledge on the wide variety of gold engagement ring settings that presents the variation in engagement ring styles. A number of elegant and voguish styles are elaborated below to set loose diamonds and gems to secure them in a sturdy metal setting.

Prong Settings

Mostly the iridescent sparkle of diamond or the blazing beauty of gemstones is captured ideally in prong setting. In a prong set diamond ring, the center diamond or gemstone is held in a vice like grip with metallic claws that are stylish as well as strong to ensure safe keeping of the gems.

Following Are The Different Prong Ring Settings :

French Prong Setting

In French prong setting, the diamonds are displayed within flat prongs displaying an exotic look. French prong set engagement rings emit an antique beauty that is highly cherished. Generally, french prong set halo rings or french prong set vintage rings are popular among females.

Cushion Halo French Prong Ring

French Prong Diamond Eternity Ring

Petite French Prong Diamond Ring

Antique French Prong Diamond Ring

Double Edge Wrap French Prong Ring

French Prong Cathedral Halo Ring

French Prong Halo Eternity Ring

Twisted Cathedral French Prong Ring

Petite Under Halo French Prong Ring

Eternity Hidden Halo French Prong Ring

French Prong Square Halo Ring

Halo Vintage French Prong Ring

U Prong Setting

When the prongs are created in the U patterns to hold the diamonds or gemstones in the appropriate place, the type of setting is termed as U prong setting. The disadvantage of such setting is that they are very fragile and thus vulnerable to chipping and damage.

U Prong Diamond Engagement Ring

U Prong Simple Oval Halo Ring

U Prong Thin Diamond Ring

U Prong Split Trio Diamond Ring

Irish Split U Prong Diamond Ring

Princess Cut U Prong Diamond Ring

U Prong Three Stone Ring

Petite Swirl U Prong Diamond Ring

Round Cut Twisted U Prong Ring

Three Stone U Prong Diamond Ring

U Prong Milgrain Diamond Ring

U Prong Twisted Diamond Ring

U Prong Accent Diamond Ring

Affordable 0.50 Ct. Princess Cut Ring

1 Carat Delicate U Prong Ring

Floating Prong Setting

The setting that beautifully portrays the gems in a thin band, heightening the dazzle of the stones. Creating an impression as if the diamonds or gems are suspended in the air, this prong setting is very much used in side stone engagement rings.

Floating Halo Split Shank Ring

Offbeat Vintage Thin Floating Ring

Multi Strand Engagement Ring

Floating Prong Three Stone Diamond Ring

Floating Flower Diamond Engagement Ring

Floating Prong Round 7 Diamond Ring

Floating Diamond Engagement Ring

Princess Cut Floating Halo Ring

Floating Prong Round Halo Ring

Common Prong Setting

When the set of prongs are shared by two adjacent diamonds, then they are called shared prong setting or common prong setting. This setting provides immense security to the holding of stones. This type of setting is very popular in diamond jewelry industry.

Shared Prong Vintage Diamond Ring

Shared Prong Diamond Graduated Ring

Common Prong Delicate Ring

Heart Shape Shared Prong Petite Ring

Princess Cut Common Prong Ring

Trellis Graduated Common Prong Ring

Celtic Diamond Trio Wedding Set

Round Cut Solitaire Ring With Matching Band

Common Prong Halo Diamond Ring

Vintage Style Square Diamond Ring

Basket Prong Setting

A modern setting for modern engagement rings, the square engagement rings with princess cut diamonds generally adopt this kind of prong setting. In this setting, the diamond is enveloped by a basket shape square prong setting. It provides firm grip with a voguish contemporary flair.

Basket Prong Pear Shaped Ring

Basket Prong 3 Stone Ring

Radiant Cut Basket Prong Ring

Basket Prong Graduated Diamond Ring

Basket Prong Princess Cut Diamond Ring

Basket Prong Three Stone Diamond Ring

Five Stone Basket Prong Diamond Ring

Filigree Basket Prong Diamond Ring

Engraved Basket Prong 7 Stone Ring

Basket Prong Diamond Engagement Ring

Number Of Prongs

Depending on the number of prongs, a wide range of prong setting has evolved. Two prong setting, three prong setting, four prong setting, five prong setting and six prong setting are some of the types that are frequently witnessed in the diamond jewelry field.

4 Prong Tapered Diamond Ring

Compass Point Four Prong Ring

Four Prong Solitaire Ring

Cathedral Flat Four Prong Ring

4 Prong Rope Solitaire Ring

Split Shank Filigree 4 Prong Ring

4 Prong Asscher Diamond Ring

4 Prong Swirl Solitaire Engagement Ring

Twisted Round Cut Solitaire Ring

Flat Solitaire Double Prong Ring

Twisted Pear Shaped Engagement Ring

6 Prong Delicate Solitaire Ring

4 Prong Vintage Single Diamond Ring

6 Prong Engagement Ring

3 Prong Heart Diamond Twisted Ring

Pave Settings

The pavé setting is basically a French word that indicates “to pave,” as in paved with diamonds. By setting petite diamonds at close proximity together in such a way that the tiny metal beads or prongs holding the stones in place are less visible compared to other settings, creating an iridescent belt of shimmering diamonds.

Square Vintage Pave Diamond Ring

Knife Edge Pave Diamond Ring

Vintage Floral Halo Pave Diamond Ring

Emerald Cut Petite Pave RIng

0.75 Carat Diamond Pave Vintage Ring

Delicate Art Deco Pave Ring

Victorian Style Pave Diamond Ring

Round Cut Rope Twisted Ring

Leaf Style Pave Diamond Ring

Thick Band Intricate Diamond Ring

Antique Filigree Diamond Ring

Bar Settings

Setting diamonds separately between vertical bars of metal is another way to set precious stones. Bar settings are similar to channel settings, but the difference is that channel settings enclose the diamond on all sides whereas the bar setting leaves the diamond exposed on two sides, held in place by the metal bars that secure the stones on the other two sides.

Halo Diamond Bar Set Ring

Bar Set Cathedral Diamond Ring

Baguette Blue Aquamarine Bar Setting Ring

Simple Channel Bar Set Diamond Ring

Bar Baguette With Heart Diamond Ring

Bar Accent 1.25 Ct. Heart Diamond Ring

Princess Cut & Baguette Diamond Ring

Accent Bar Set Diamond Ring

Princess Cut Black Diamond Ring

5 Stone Bar Set Diamond Ring

Round Diamond Bar Set Ring

Milgrain Bar Set Emerald Ring

3 Stone Baguette Bar Set Ring

Emerald Cut Bar Set Baguette Ring

Channel Settings

The channel setting is a secure way to set smaller diamonds in a row into the band of the ring, making a metal channel of sparkling stones flush with the shank. The diamonds, or other gemstones, are set closely together into the grooves of the channel and decorate the sides of the band or the entire band. This setting is also popular for wedding bands or stackable rings that feature only smaller stones and no center stone.

Compass Point Halo Channel Ring

Tapered Vintage Channel Diamond Ring

Cathedral Channel Diamond Ring

Channel Set Swirl Diamond Ring

Channel Set Black Diamond Ring

Petite Purple Topaz Engagement Ring

Delicate 3 Stone Diamond Ring

Channel Black Diamond Vintage Ring

Square Accent Diamond Ring

Channel Accent Diamond Ring

Channel Heart Shaped Diamond Ring

Three Stone Channel Set Diamond Ring

Channel Baguette Diamond Ring

Engraved Channel Accent Diamond Ring

Oval Shaped Channel Engagement Ring

Cathedral Channel Set Diamond Ring

Classic Channel Set Square Diamond Ring

Princess Cut Channel Engagement Ring

Tension Settings

The tension setting is named for the tension of the metal band that secures the diamond in place; the result is that the diamond appears suspended between the two sides of the shank. With the help of lasers used to calibrate the exact dimensions of the diamond, the jeweler expertly cuts tiny grooves into the sides of the band, or shank, so that the diamond, or other precious stone,

Tension Set Crossover Diamond Ring

Tension Set 3 Stone Ring

Twist 3 Stone Engagement Ring

Tension Set Solitaire Engagement Ring

Tension Set Pear Shaped Ring

Swirl Emerald Engagement Ring

3 Stone Tension Set Diamond Ring

Round Cut Tension Set Engagement Ring

Bezel Settings

The bezel setting is the second most popular ring setting due to its modern look and suitability for an active lifestyle. Instead of holding the diamond with prongs, the bezel setting encircles the diamond, or center stone, with a thin metal rim custom-made to hold the stone tightly in place. A bezel setting can be a full or partial setting: a full bezel completely surrounds the diamond whereas a partial bezel leaves the sides open