[Jewelry making - Article 00161] - Re: [Orchid] Ring Design

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Grit your teeth!

    That is an open set that is merely a flatband that is a sort of
    channel set. 

    You might get away with casting diamonds in place but the common
    method is to make the spread slightly larger than the stone, cut a
    channel for the bearing seat, and hammer away till it's tight. A
    gravermax makes the job easier but it takes a delicate touch. guess
    you could call it a visible bearing set. Good luck and do any
    engraving after you set the stone as hammering will distort. 

Ringman John

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