LOGR sizing question for small stone

[T L]

Do you think a 4.76mm round stone will fit in a 4mm prong basket? I haven''t set such small stones before, so I was wondering. Thanks in advance!!

 

[Lady_Disdain]

I don''t think so.

 

[chrono]

I’m afraid 5 mm will be a better fit than 4 mm. Your stone may have to sit so high that there’s no enough metal left to put the notches in.

 

[LD]

I''d go for 5mm too. The only issue you may find is a very very slight airline but that could be covered by a good benchman adding a little gold to the basket.

 

[brandy_z28]

Date: 11/20/2009 2:04:38 PM
Author:tourmaline_lover
Do you think a 4.76mm round stone will fit in a 4mm prong basket? I haven''t set such small stones before, so I was wondering. Thanks in advance!!

Which stone are you thinking of setting TL?

 

[T L]

My lilac diamond.