What is the strongest prong setting?

[Daisi2112]

Hi Guys,

I was just wondering, what is the strongest type of prong setting?

Thanks!!!

 

[Steel]

Hi Daisi,

Stongest based on what? I suppose it all depends, type of metal, expected use, item being set, 4 prongs, 6 prongs.....

 

[Daisi2112]

Sorry I should have been more specific.

Is a four prong stronger than a 6 prong, or beaded, or pave (not sure if they are the same thing).

Thank you!

 

[Steel]

Well speaking from my own experience and understanding...

I had 4 prongs but changed to 6 because...

I worried about knocking the stone on the top and bottom (especially on doors) and 6 prongs protected the stone better.
If one prong loosens on 4 prongs, it may drop the stone; less likely in 6 prongs.
I think that 6 prongs is the best, but it can make the stone look more hexagonal. (Based on a round cut)

Do some searches for pics of the stone settings you mentioned for a better idea. For example, pave is more of a side stone set involving tiny cuts of stone, bezel is a full/half/partial setting of the stone around the circumfernce (the girdle), bead is like channel but uses teeny prongs to hold the stones in place.

 

[Steel]

What type of metal are you considering?

 

[Daisi2112]

Well, my whole e-ring is made out of platinum, so the whole thing is quite strong. Within the band are smaller diamonds and I read stories about people who lose the smaller stones that are set into their bands. My stones look to be prong set into the band and I was wondering which type of setting was the strongest for these types of smaller stones. I worry about how prone they are to falling out....

 

[kcoursolle]

It also depends on the prongs themselves, how well they are made, how thick they are, how large the diamond is, etc. I would just focus on getting a high quality setting from an excellent manufacturer and getting your ring insured. Beyong that, I would just pick out what you like!

 

[Daisi2112]

All I know is that the prongs that hold down the little diamonds in the band were hand done...It''s a good ring so I think it should be fine. Scares me think of losing one of my sparklies

 

[neatfreak]

Date: 1/8/2009 7:02:06 PM
Author: Daisi2112
Well, my whole e-ring is made out of platinum, so the whole thing is quite strong. Within the band are smaller diamonds and I read stories about people who lose the smaller stones that are set into their bands. My stones look to be prong set into the band and I was wondering which type of setting was the strongest for these types of smaller stones. I worry about how prone they are to falling out....

So you don''t mean the actual prongs you mean how the pave/smaller diamonds are set? Channel set is the strongest in that case.

 

[kcoursolle]

Date: 1/8/2009 7:19:17 PM
Author: neatfreak

Date: 1/8/2009 7:02:06 PM
Author: Daisi2112
Well, my whole e-ring is made out of platinum, so the whole thing is quite strong. Within the band are smaller diamonds and I read stories about people who lose the smaller stones that are set into their bands. My stones look to be prong set into the band and I was wondering which type of setting was the strongest for these types of smaller stones. I worry about how prone they are to falling out....

So you don''t mean the actual prongs you mean how the pave/smaller diamonds are set? Channel set is the strongest in that case.

Ditto, pave isn''t that strong. This shouldn''t really be a huge concern though because it doesn''t cost that much to replace tiny sidestone melee and it''s fairly common to loose a sidestone, so don''t worry if it does happen.

 

[Daisi2112]

This is a picture of my e-ring. Are these type of diamonds on the band pave, beaded, melee? Sorry! I''m really unfamiliar and get really confused with the different types of small stone settings.

 

[Steel]

Daisi,

You have a stunning ring, congrats!

I am pretty sure that they are bead set - it is hard to see with your pic. I would mention that even as a worst case scenario, replacing one of those stones will not set you back much. Try not to worry about it. Get 6 month checks and regularly inspect your ring. It should be fine.

Again, very beautiful ring. Do I see some flour in your centre stone - yummy

!

 

[Steel]

http://www.whiteflash.com/golden-wardrobe/Gold_Details.aspx?ItemCode=R27ch&CategID=15
http://www.whiteflash.com/Wedding_Bands/14-Stone-Bead-Set-Band_974.htm
https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/does-anybody-have-this-wf-bead-set-w-band.78496/

1st two are bead set examples and the third is a link to real pics.

 

[Daisi2112]

Steel,

Thank you! I looked at the links you sent me and I do think that I have beaded stones in my band. I really appreciate your help!

 

[Steel]

Date: 1/8/2009 8:58:03 PM
Author: Daisi2112
Steel,
Thank you! I looked at the links you sent me and I do think that I have beaded stones in my band. I really appreciate your help!

You are welcome

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