What Are the Different Types of Jewelry Settings?

The "Jewelry Settings" is simply the metal base in which a gemstone (such as diamond, opal, moonstone, larimar, etc.) sits in. In the early ages of jewelry design, much smaller gemstones were used in crafting the jewelry as compared to the gemstones of today's times which are considerably large. This is why, during those times, the metal band was able to hold those small gemstones, and jewelry settings were not needed. Today, the stones are much bigger, and also, are crafted in various different shapes, which is why, you need different jewelry settings to support these gemstones. Have you ever carefully observed your favorite pieces of jewelry? Under keen observation, you will find that a lot of different components are used in making your favorite jewelry pieces. It does not matter whether you talk about the precious metals involved in crafting your jewelry piece, the gemstones used in making the jewelry look shiny and sparkling, or the settings on which the gemstones sit to shine – every component adds to the details of the jewelry.