Prongs are an essential part of every piece of jewelry, but did you know there are many ways to fashion them? Let's take a moment to explore all the possibilities!
Standard Round Prong
The standard round prong is the most common type of setting style found.
It's a secure style that holds your gem snugly in place while not overshadowing its brilliance!
Claw Prong
Another popular choice is the claw prong, also known as the talon prong, as its shape is similar to claws or talons.
This style is just as reliable as the standard round prong, however, they must be manually fashioned into the shape. This is a time-consuming task and often will have variations in size and shape.
Petite Claw
A smaller version of the claw prong, the petite claw will also have variations among the prongs.
As the prongs are smaller in size, their stability and longevity may be affected.
V-Tip Prong
Also known as a block prong, this is a perfect choice for pear cut gems, as well as princess and marquise.
It provides maximum stability and protection for gems that have sharp points!
Flat Prong
This style is also known as the tab prong due to its flattened and squared-off look.
It's an excellent choice for those who prefer a chunkier look!
Double Prong
Instead of one, why not two? A double prong adds a little extra flair to a setting's design.
Bezel Set
This setting style has no prongs at all! The gold fully encompasses the gem with complete security.
However, attempting to remove the gem is unadvised as it can damage both the setting and the gem.
