Since its invention in the 1920s, invisible setting jewelry has taken the industry by storm and eclipsed the traditional methods of attaching gemstones to precious metals in some markets. Yet the old ways are seldom consigned to the history books without a fight, and there has been a resurgence of traditional stone settings in recent years.
Comparative analysis of traditional and invisible setting jewelry
Traditional precious stone settings in rings and other types of jewelry use prongs to grip the gemstone from behind, acting as a claw that prevents it from falling out. An invisible gem setting uses a fine lattice, where each space in the frame is designed to fit the intended stone precisely, allowing it to snap into place and remain there. While there is room in the ever-burgeoning jewelry market for both the traditional and the invisible setting, it is interesting to examine the advantages and disadvantages of each side by side.
Pros and cons of contrasting jewelry settings in aesthetics and functionality
Invisible setting
Advantages
- Stones look larger: Because the frame holding the stones in place is hidden, the entire face of the stone can be seen. Smaller gems are unobstructed and appear more prominent.
- Adjacent stones have no spaces: An invisible setting positions stones next to each other, making it appear that one larger stone is in place.
- Complexity and skillset: An invisible setting is more complex, time-consuming, and unique. Many people happily pay extra for superbly crafted items, including invisible necklaces, invisible earrings, invisible rings, and invisible stud earrings, among others.
- Value: Invisible-setting jewelry’ is more expensive; however, this also makes it more valuable, so it’s all about perspective
Disadvantages
- Resizing issues: Invisible setting jewelry is more difficult to resize as the underlying latticework must be modified or refitted entirely.
- Cost: Because an invisible setting is more complex and requires more skill, the costs are higher.
- Production time: Invisible settings jewelry takes a long time to produce, It could take 1-3 months to finish one masterpiece which is a disadvantage for those seeking quick jewelry solutions.
- Handle with care! Avoid dropping or applying excessive force to the delicate invisible settings, as they can easily become damaged.
The skill required to produce invisible setting jewelry means that high standards are not always met. We recommend purchasing invisible setting products from a reputable, trustworthy company like Charisma Gems.
Traditional settings
Advantages
- Maximum reflection: Larger, loose gems benefit from traditional mounts, as they can be cut to reflect the maximum amount of light.
- Cost: Traditional settings are easier and cheaper to produce.
- Durability: More heavy-duty activities can be undertaken, as traditional settings are more robust and reliable.
Disadvantages
- Appearance: It is impossible to mount a stone traditionally without whitegold of metal appearing around the edges.
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