earring setting

[newposter]

I now have a pair of round stones (.72 each) that I would like to set into earrings. They need to be a white metal, but other than that, I''m looking for suggestions and/or pictures. Any help would be appreciated!

 

[verticalhorizon]

Earring settings for round stones aren't rocket science. Just be aware that some people are allergic to white gold. And since someone's sticking them inside their head, that could be a problem.

Other than that, find yourself a vendor with whom you trust. And make sure they match, more or less.

 

[newposter]

I do understand it isn't rocket science

, but there are some options (baskets, prongs, martinis etc.) and wondered about the pros/cons of each.

 

[verticalhorizon]

Ah yes, pardon moi!

I would gander that baskets are best suited for squares, prongs good for just about anything, and here's a link towards a picture of martinis

I should note that the amount of material that exposes or covers the pavilion of the diamond is immaterial. If the diamond is well cut, all the light that passes through the table, gets redirected out the table. It doesn't matter if light is 'entering' from the sides.

 

[hoorray]

The biggest difference in these settings is 2 things: 1.how much of the setting shows -- particularly from the side, but also from the front, and 2. how far out they hold the stones. You want the stones to be as flush to the ear as possible, or they may droop forward. I think the martini settings have become popular lately because they are the "minimalist" approach, making the earrings pretty much all about the stones. Baskets are also nice if you are comparing them to prong settings with solid sides. To me that is too much setting and typically seats them to high.

I recently got 3 prong martini settings, and am very happy. They sit very flush, and really don't show at all, so all you see is the stone. A picture of mine is in the show me the ring eye candy thread on page 13, I believe.

Once you figure this out, you will have to choose the back. Screwbacks are commonly used, but you could also go with heavy butterflies or La Pousette (SP?) guardian backs. There were lots of threads on theses topics 2-3 months ago. Do some searches, and you'll find lots of info.

 

[WinkHPD]

I am finding that more and more of my clients are loving the martini. Not only is it minimalist as stated above, but it fits nicely into the hole in the ear so that drooping is absolutely minimized.

I delivered a pair last week and the lady called me this morning. When I asked how she was she said, "In love with my Martini's!"

It is rare that I get that kind of reaction to a pair of earrings, but those martini styles get a LOT of rave reviews!

Wink

 

[Shay37]

Wink, on those martinis, what kind of backs are they available with?

Shay

 

[WinkHPD]

friction, screw and Protector. Protector is the replacement for the La Pousette type backs.

Wink

 

[sevens one]

Does anyone know if you are sensitive to the white gold earrings would you also be sensitive to white gold rings? My ears couldn't handle the white gold studs, had to go with the gold.
Nan

 

[Jennifer5973]

How about martini settings like these? They are gorgeous. Do a seacrh on "martini setting" and you'll see these and a lot more.

OOPS sorry--didn't see the other post! but two votes for martini!

 

[WinkHPD]

You might not be able to wear white gold earrings and still be able to wear a white gold ring. If you prefer the white color you will probably not have a reaction to platinum or to hypoalergenic steel. (It is very rare, but some do have alergies to these too.)

You real problem is probably not with the gold, but rather with the silver or nickel in the white gold.

To paraphrase another's sign off

I am NOT a medical expert.

Wink

(But I come from a medical family)

 

[sevens one]

Thanks alot Wink. After posting I remembered that my class ring is White Gold and I didn't have a problem there.
Take it easy
Nan

 

[WinkHPD]

Nice picture of the white Martini's. Are they platinum or gold? I like the layout of the photo better than mine too, it really shows off the design much better.

Wink

 

[luckyhonu]

Wink, I believe that picture is from the Leon Mege site and the earrings are in platinum.

You mentioned the protector back as a replacement for the La Pousettes - what do they look like?

TIA

 

[GlitterGal]

Hi newposter,

If you like the martini setting, some vendors may be able to offer it to you in either the 3 or 4 prong style. Settings are always a matter of personal preference. Some people prefer the squared-off look and the perceived added security of a 4th prong, others really like the way the 3-prong allows a bit more of the diamond to come through. It’s really all up to you and what you like.

You can check out the 4-prong martini in the following thread: https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/here-is-martini-setting.12536/

Hope this helps and please keep us posted on what you decide.

Kindest regards always,
Linda

 

[WinkHPD]

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On 5/18/2004 9:40:20 AM luckyhonu wrote:

Wink, I believe that picture is from the Leon Mege site and the earrings are in platinum.

You mentioned the protector back as a replacement for the La Pousettes - what do they look like?

TIA ----------------

Here is a picture from the Stuller catalog of the La Pousette backs. There became a supply problem getting these from the French company so Stuller switch to an identical looking product called the Protector Back. My clients really like them or hate them, depends on whether or not their nails get in the way of depressing the detents to open the back to release or puyt on the back.

Wink

 

[newposter]

Thanks for all the comments! I went to my jeweler to look at settings and he suggested a 4-prong (for security) in a traditional earring mount (sometimes I think I've heard it called princess or box mount), rather than a basket mount. He thought the basket was better reserved for larger stones (above 1 carat per stone), because the stones are deeper. He thought mine (.75 per stone) would be set too high in a basket. I think the traditional mounting looks a little outdated and might be more likely to flop on the ear? Any opinions???

 

[jennysue]

I recently purchased 2 diamonds for earrings (.811 ct. each) and chose the 3 prong white gold martini settings with the La Poussette (sp?) backs. I love them and get lots of compliments. They do not droop and sit and nice and close to the ear. I wanted the settings to be "all about the diamonds" and I got just that with the martini settings!

 

[hoorray]

Agreed -- go with the martini setting. They sit very flush to the ear and really don't show at all. Very up to date IMO.

 

[fire&ice]

For a gift, I went with a three prong basket setting. The diamonds were set in a very low profile.

If you look at some of the e.r. threads from Feb., lots of pics. I'll try to bump the pics of my niece's e.r.

That said, I do like the Martini setting. Just wanted something more classic for a gift.

 

[hoorray]

For what it's worth, I've never heard of basket setting only being for larger stones. That was a close second choice for me, and no one mentioned that size or setting them high would be a problem. I have .57 each stones and they knew I wanted them set very low. Maybe you should check around.

 

[newposter]

I agree, Lop, my mom has a pair that are .5 each and they are in a basket. Has anyone compared the traditional 4-prong mountings (the ones that look like little crowns) to baskets?

 

[sevens one]

Newposter, I have the traditional setting and my friend has the basket setting. Our size is about the same but I like the look of the basket much better. I'm considering changing over. Go for the basket. Just my opinion.
Nan