Settings for OMCs

[that_someone_special]

What kind of setting would work best for a very cushiony (like my technical term?) OMC? I Really want just a plain solitaire for a RHR, the stone would be about a half carat.

My question is, what kind of setting would be best for that? 4 prong? 6 prong? no prong? Please help! I''m a little confused on which would protect/ fit an OMC the best.

I''ve decided I should probably collect every stone shape there is

 

[chrono]

For a squarish/rectangular stone, your options are a bezel or 4 prongs, or 8 prongs (double prongs). I don''t think I''ve ever seen a 6 prong square setting. A bezel is the best protection for the girdle. A low set stone is also safer than a high set ring.

 

[that_someone_special]

Thanks! Now, where should I look for a setting? I like the 4 or 8 prong idea..

 

[chrono]

It's limitless! There's something modern, antique and everything in between.

Some go custom, some buy something already made/complete.
Some choose something out of a catalog (stuller, adwar), some browse ebay.

 

[Gypsy]

I would make sure that your girdle can stand a four prong. If it''s a thin or very thin, then 8 prong definitely.

Personally if you can do 4 prong, I adore this Vatche Caroline.

 

[coatimundi_org]

I love http://singlestone.com. A great place to get inspired!

I'm also a big fan of an omc in a millgrained bezel--a la Ericad.

 

[that_someone_special]

You guys are fabulous. Thank you!

 

[VictoriaEremita]

If I had an OMC that had that characteristic I would totally put it in an antique looking bezel setting. I love how some bezel settings bring out and highlight that "cushiony" part of some older stones.

 

[Upgradable]

http://www.knoxjewelers.biz/index.htm?crn=261&rn=1770&action=show_detail

Take a look at some of the solitaires at Knox, especially the one I've linked. I think it would look great with a cushiony omc!



Edited to add this bezel solitaire: http://www.knoxjewelers.biz/index.htm?crn=261&rn=1854&action=show_detail

 

[mausketeer]

Just wanted to add that if you were after a very vintage look, this was one I was considering if I ended up with an OMC (I went with a modern cushion instead so got a different setting) I thought the extra wide prong style would help protect the thinner girdle of an antique stone.......


http://www.exceldiamonds.com/-Engagement-Rings-5/Solitaire-Diamond-Engagement-Rings-11/Antique-4-Prong-Diamond-Engagement-Ring-ER4-643.html

- Jodie -