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How you set a diamond depends on the type of setting. The most common type of setting is a prong setting which is set by cutting tiny grooves on the inside of the prong. The edge of the diamond will sit in these grooves. The prongs are then squeezed against the diamond to hold it in place.

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How do you differentiate solitaire diamond and cut diamond?

A solitaire is a single stone set into a piece of jewelry. It is not shape specific and is usually used in engagement rings and earrings. The various solitaire shapes are round cut, princess cut, emerald cut, marquise cut, oval and heart. A cut diamond refers to the above points as well as all diamonds have to be cut in order to be used.


How much does it cost to get a diamond cut?

There is no set price. You will probably strike a bargain with a diamond cutter, who will charge you to plan the cut. Execution of the cut may be priced separately, or not.


What is the most popular style for a diamond engagement ring?

The post popular style of diamond engagement ring is currently the Princess cut diamond solitaire. Also known as the tiffany setting, the ring has one princess cut diamond set in a for prong setting. Most people are choosing white gold or platinum for this style.


How do you set a diamond in a four prong setting?

Diamonds set into a four prong setting are fitted into a small metal bracket soldered to the ring's band. The diamond's culet (or its lower half) is placed inside the bracket and is held in place by 4 tiny metal prongs which grip the diamond's table (its top), thus holding the diamond secure.


How much does it cost to mount a diamond in a ring?

Take your diamond to a local jeweler whom you trust, and work with the jeweler to set the stone in the metal. The jeweler will charge you for workmanship and for raw materials required to accomplish the finished product that you commission.

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What is set diamond?

A set diamond is a diamond set into a piece of jewelry.


Can a diamonds set be made of only solitaire diamonds?

A solitaire diamond is a single diamond. A diamond can be set as a solitaire. Since there is only one diamond, there are no multiple diamonds.


What does diamond solitaire mean?

Diamond solitaire indicates that a piece of jewelery, usually a ring, is set with a single diamond.


Can you recycle diamond?

Yes. You can re-set a diamond into another setting, and in this sense it is recyclable.


What is the strongest and the most long lasting armour in minecraft?

The diamond armor set.


What is the base of diamond?

The base of diamond is carbon.Read more, below.


What continent is the film blood diamond set?

mostly in Mozambique, South East of Africa


How many pieces should be in a diamond and gold jewelry set?

How many pieces that should be in a diamond and gold jewerly set usually vary among the makers but usually they sell them in a 3 piece set .


Why would a diamond ring not have a number stamp on it?

Because it's not a diamond. Diamond rings are set in gold or silver which are stamped with purity hallmarks.


Can Pokemon be transferred to ranch on pearl and gotten back on diamond?

No because...... When you first set your wii to pkmn diamond or pearl, you have to set it to only one. If you want it like that, you have to transfer it to pear and trade it to diamond. The answer to your question is NO. -KANEster


Why would a Diamond ring have nothing stamped on band?

Because it's not a diamond and not set in gold or silver or platinum.


How are diamond earrings made?

They choose the diamond size they want, then set it in the earring mounting, then put them in stores to sell.