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Author Topic:   3-Prong setting for earrings?
thelostgarden
rough rock

Posts: 2
From:Tacoma, WA
Registered: Dec 2000

posted 12-06-2000 04:22 PM    
I'm soliciting any comments on 3-prong settings for diamond stud earrings.
I am considering purchase of a matching pair of 1.75 ct round (ideal) diamonds. My wife has tried different mountings at local jewelry stores and likes the 3 prong setting - It does not hang down like a 4-prong, basket setting. We don't think a bezel setting would do justice to a real nice pair of stones. Would anyone like to comment on the pros/cons of the 3-prong setting. I understand that one jeweler (Cliot sp?) originated the design - although many others are beginning to copy. Any comments on security, look, resale value, etc would be appreciated. For what it's worth, she is petite (85 lb/4'-11"), with short hair.

 
leonid
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Registered: Jul 2000

posted 12-06-2000 04:49 PM    
Hi Thelostgarden,

Thanks for posting your question. I'm sure the experts here will give you good advice.

Pair of 1.75 ct ideals - should be something!


 

StevL
cut rock

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From:South Carolina, USA
Registered: Jan 1900

posted 12-06-2000 07:04 PM    
The 3 prong setting is a great look! In earrings I wouldn't worry about being hard on them. Resale, really doesn't matter as the diamonds are the real value.

I like your choice!

Steve

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bacon
cut rock

Posts: 34
From:Tulsa, Ok USA
Registered: Aug 2000

posted 12-06-2000 11:02 PM    
you said it Steve.

This is one time I think 3 prongs are good. She will stop traffic in those beauties!!!!

You will be so proud!!!!!!

Joe
 

thelostgarden
rough rock

Posts: 2
From:Tacoma, WA
Registered: Dec 2000

posted 12-11-2000 11:47 AM    
Leonid, SteveL & Bacon:
Thank you for your replies. I look forward to receiving the diamonds and will follow up on my search/find

 
dimonbob
rough rock

Posts: 2
From:Texas
Registered: Dec 2000

posted 12-13-2000 06:54 PM    
Go for it! They look great and are as safe as 4 prongs.
dimonbob

 
leonid
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posted 12-13-2000 09:23 PM    
Hi D-Bob! Great to read you here

 


 
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