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Stone Setting

Every Stone.
Set With Precision.

From loose diamonds and gemstones to worn or damaged settings, professional stone setting helps keep each stone secure, aligned, and beautifully presented.

Send us clear photos of your jewelry or loose stone for an initial discussion.

Macro photograph of a gemstone in its setting
Precision Craftsmanship

The Setting Matters
As Much As The Stone.

A beautiful gemstone relies on its setting for security, alignment, and presentation. Over time, prongs can wear, stones can loosen, and settings can become damaged.

Each piece should be carefully inspected before deciding whether the stone needs tightening, resetting, repair, or a new setting.

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What We Do

Professional Stone
Setting & Repair.

01

Diamond Setting

Careful setting of diamonds into suitable jewelry designs.

02

Gemstone Setting

Professional setting for gemstones such as emeralds, rubies, sapphires, and other stones.

03

Loose Stone Setting

Setting a stone you already have into a ring or piece designed to hold it.

04

Stone Resetting

Reset an existing stone when its original setting has become worn, damaged, or unsuitable.

05

Loose Stone Tightening

Assess and secure stones that have started moving within their setting.

06

Prong Repair

Repair worn or damaged prongs where appropriate to help secure the stone.

07

Missing Stone Replacement

Assess jewelry with a missing stone and discuss suitable replacement options where possible.

08

Setting Inspection

A careful look at security, alignment, and wear — even when nothing feels obviously wrong.

Know The Signs

Don't Wait Until
The Stone Is Lost.

If something feels different, having the setting inspected early can help identify wear before the stone becomes more vulnerable.

Ask Us To Check Your Setting
  • The stone moves when touched
  • You hear a faint rattle
  • A prong looks bent or worn
  • The stone appears uneven
  • Jewelry catches on clothing
  • A gap appears around the stone
  • A prong feels sharp
  • The setting has recently been knocked or damaged
Diamonds

Designed To Let
The Stone Shine.

Diamond setting requires careful attention to security, symmetry, height, and presentation.

Solitaire diamond ring
Halo diamond setting
Side stones on a diamond ring
Diamond held in prongs
Diamond engagement ring
Gemstones

Color Deserves
Careful Setting.

Different gemstones can require different handling due to their shape, design, condition, and characteristics. The jewelry and stone should be inspected before setting work begins.

Ask About Gemstone Setting
Emerald jewelry setting

Emerald

Ruby jewelry setting

Ruby

Sapphire jewelry setting

Sapphire

Other Gemstones jewelry setting

Other Gemstones

Setting Styles

Different Designs.
Different Details.

These are general visual examples. The right style depends on the jewelry and the stone, and is confirmed after assessment.

Prong Setting jewelry example

Prong Setting

Metal claws hold the stone while allowing light around it.

Bezel Setting jewelry example

Bezel Setting

A rim of metal surrounds the stone for a clean, protected look.

Pavé jewelry example

Pavé

Small stones sit closely together across the band or surface.

Halo jewelry example

Halo

A ring of smaller stones frames a central gem.

Channel jewelry example

Channel

Stones sit in a groove between two walls of metal.

Cluster jewelry example

Cluster

Several stones are grouped to read as one composed form.

Solitaire jewelry example

Solitaire

A single stone is the focus of the design.

Macro close-up of prongs holding a gemstone
Prong Care

Small Details
That Hold Everything Together.

Prongs can wear down through everyday use. If they become thin, bent, damaged, or uneven, the stone may need professional inspection.

  • Prong inspection
  • Prong tightening
  • Repair of damaged prongs
  • Retipping where appropriate
  • Setting alignment
  • Stone security check
Have Your Prongs Checked
Missing Stones

When A Stone
Needs To Be Replaced.

If a stone has been lost, we can inspect the jewelry and discuss what type, shape, size, and appearance may be suitable for the existing setting. An exact replacement is not always available.

Empty Setting in a stone replacement journey

Empty Setting

Stone Selection in a stone replacement journey

Stone Selection

Setting in a stone replacement journey

Setting

Finished Piece in a stone replacement journey

Finished Piece

Engagement Rings

Extra Care For
An Important Stone.

Engagement rings are worn frequently and their settings can experience years of everyday wear. Periodic inspection can help identify loose stones, worn prongs, or setting damage.

Have Your Engagement Ring Checked
Solitaire engagement ring
Halo engagement ring
Engagement ring with side stones
Diamond prongs on an engagement ring
Custom Jewelry

Choose The Stone.
Create The Setting.

For a new custom piece, the gemstone and setting can be considered together so the final jewelry feels balanced, secure, and personal.

Loose gemstone before a custom setting
Jewelry sketch for a custom setting
Goldsmith setting a stone by hand
Finished custom ring with the stone set
How It Works

Inspect.
Prepare.
Set.
Finish.

  1. 01

    Assessment

    Inspect the jewelry, gemstone, setting, and existing condition.

  2. 02

    Recommendation

    Discuss whether the stone needs setting, tightening, repair, resetting, or replacement.

  3. 03

    Stone Setting

    The stone is carefully positioned and secured using an appropriate method for the piece.

  4. 04

    Final Inspection

    Check alignment, security, appearance, and finishing.

Goldsmith setting a stone under close attention

Precision You
Can See.

Stone setting is measured in details most people never notice — until they matter.

Our Work

Secure.
Aligned.
Finished Carefully.

Loose Stone

Stone that sat loosely in its setting
Before
Stone after being secured in the setting
After

Damaged Prong

Worn or damaged prong before repair
Before
Setting after prong repair
After

Missing Stone

Empty setting after a missing stone
Before
Replacement stone set in the jewelry
After

Older Setting

Older setting before restoration
Before
Setting after careful restoration
After
Complete Jewelry Care

Sometimes The Setting
Is Only Part Of The Work.

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Stone Setting Questions

Movement, a faint rattle, an uneven appearance, or a prong that looks worn can all be signs. If something feels different, the setting should be inspected.

In many cases, yes. The diamond and the jewelry should both be assessed so the setting approach suits the piece.

Often, yes. Stones you already have can be considered for setting or resetting after inspection.

We can inspect the jewelry and discuss what type, shape, size, and appearance may be suitable. An exact replacement is not always available.

Worn, bent, or damaged prongs can often be repaired or retipped where the piece allows.

In many cases, an existing stone can be considered for a new setting after assessment of the stone and the intended design.

Yes. Diamond setting, inspection, and resetting can be discussed as part of a repair or a new piece.

Yes. Colored gemstones can be considered for setting or repair after we have seen the stone and the jewelry.

Often, yes. The right approach depends on the setting style, the stone, and the condition of the piece.

Yes. Periodic inspection can help identify wear before a stone becomes more vulnerable.

Timing and pricing depend on the jewelry, gemstone, setting, and work required.

Timing and pricing depend on the jewelry, gemstone, setting, and work required. Each piece should be assessed before confirming the best setting approach.

Yes. Clear images of the jewelry, gemstone, and setting help us begin the conversation.

Worried About A Loose Stone?

Send Us
A Close-Up Photo.

Send clear images of the jewelry, gemstone, and setting and tell us what you've noticed. We'll help you understand the next step.

Helpful Photos

  • Full jewelry piece
  • Front of gemstone
  • Side view
  • Prongs / setting
  • Damaged or missing area
Macro gemstone held securely in its setting

Stone Setting

Keep The Stone
Where It Belongs.

Whether you're setting a new gemstone, repairing worn prongs, or checking a stone that feels loose, speak with us about professional stone setting.