channel set vs bead set

[Muss]

Hey all,

Can someone please explain the difference to me between a setting with channel set diamonds and a setting with bead set diamonds?

Thanks!

 

[Diamond*Dana]

Channel set are when the diamonds are set in between 2 "channels"
Bead set is when the diamonds are held in place with little prongs.

Bead setting:
http://www.professionaljeweler.com/archives/articles/2002/may02/0502pb1.html

Channel setting:
http://jewelry.about.com/od/choosesetting/ss/channel_2.htm

 

[Muss]

And with some great links to boot!

Thanks so much