Bezel Set Diamond Ring

II you are looking for a piece of jewellery that is compatible an active life style, then the bezel setting may be perfect for you. Otherwise known as a ‘collet setting’ or a ‘rub over setting’, this technique embeds the gemstone into the piece. It is perhaps the safest way of setting a stone, as your diamond or gemstone will be secured nicely, fitted into a small metal cup. The rim of the cup holds the gemstone in place; it is then soldered to the rest of the piece.

There are many pros to this sleek and stylish setting. Perhaps the most important is security. Within this setting, your gemstone will struggle to move and is far less like to face damage than gems in other settings (claw for example). As the gemstone is less exposed, it is relatively safe from scratching, chipping or any other form of damage. For this reason, bezel settings are often chosen for softer stones (those ranking 7 or less on the Mohs’ scale), such as opals.