[Jewelry making - Article 00161] - Re: [Orchid] Flush setting stones

[Greg DeMark]

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    I am coming into this discussion late, so I do not know who
    originally asked the question. 

    Flush setting fancy shape gemstones is one of the most difficult
    setting jobs and should be reserved for someone with experience in
    all forms of stone setting. 

    For someone that would like to accomplish the look of flush setting
    a fancy shape gemstone without the pitfalls that are common with this
    type of job they might consider doing a reverse setting or back set
    method. A back set gemstone is done by carving out the opening in the
    model to accommodate the stone and placing the gemstone into the ring
    from underneath. The crown edge and girdle sit into a seat and then
    just below the girdle would be tab shaped prongs that are pushed up
    to the gemstone to hold it in place. 

    I would not use this type of setting for a high end custom job but
    it might be appropriate for a job that has a price conscience client. 

Greg DeMark
greg AT demarkjewelry
www.demarkjewelry.com
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