Diamond Rings

Diamond Rings: Solitaire Settings

Not many can doubt the exuberant beauty of a solitaire. Diamond rings are a treasure for a life time, and more so, when they are exquisitely set. Diamond rings make an engagement complete, whether it has only one diamond, or it has other embellishments to lend it a sparkling beauty. Nonetheless, solitaires or single diamonds have always been regarded as the symbol of true love for many a woman.

Diamond Rings: The Right Setting

A solitaire is usually larger than an average size of diamond that one would normally use in jewellery. As solitaire means one, it means that a solitaire diamond ring has one main stone. This is, in the classic setting, set in a simple narrow gold band. Today, there are more fancy settings as well but the classic setting still is the preferred one for most couples. The solitaire diamond could be the popular round shape or it could be any of the other diamond shapes like marquise, pear, emerald, oval, etc. The classic setting is done using yellow gold though here, there is a lot of change with many opting for platinum or white gold.

Diamond Rings: Different Solitaire Settings

A solitaire acquires beauty only after it has been appropriately set. One of the most popular settings used in diamond rings is the prong setting, or a claw setting. In this type of setting, the diamond is inserted into at least three prongs to form a basket. The ends of the prong are twisted so that they grasp the diamond firmly. The prongs can also be used in an arch setting where the diamond is lifted up a bit so that it shines to its greatest advantage. The arch setting can be simple or it can have fancy filigree work or engraving.

Another popular way of setting a solitaire is the bezel setting. This type of setting makes use of a metal lip that encloses a diamond right around and ‘closes’ it from all sides to hold it firm. The end result is that the diamond is securely held by the metal rim thus making it a safe choice for people who plan to wear the ring daily.

The other settings for a solitaire include the flush setting and the tension setting. Since the engagement ring will probably be worn all the time and the solitaire diamond is usually much more expensive that smaller diamonds that make up the same weight, the setting just has to be secure. One must make a decision to ensure that a beautiful delicate setting is not done to the detriment of security for the stone. Set well, the diamond solitaire has a beauty that is incomparable.