DCA Ring Settings & Jewelry Metals Flashcards

What is a 'halo setting' in engagement ring design?

Answer: A ring of small diamonds surrounding the center stone

A halo setting features a center stone encircled by a 'halo' of smaller accent diamonds, which makes the center diamond appear larger and adds overall sparkle.

What does 'prong tipping' refer to in jewelry maintenance?

Answer: Adding metal to the tips of worn prongs to restore security

Prong tipping is a repair technique where new metal is added to the tips of worn or thin prongs to restore the stone's security without replacing the entire setting.

What is a 'solitaire' ring setting?

Answer: A single center diamond with no accent stones

A solitaire setting features a single center diamond as the sole stone, with no accent or side stones, emphasizing the beauty of the one diamond.

What is a 'three-stone' or 'trilogy' ring meant to symbolize?

Answer: Past, present, and future

A three-stone ring traditionally symbolizes the past, present, and future of a couple's relationship, making it a popular choice for anniversaries and engagements.

Why is palladium sometimes used in jewelry as an alternative to platinum?

Answer: It has similar properties to platinum but is lighter and less expensive

Palladium is a platinum-group metal with similar hypoallergenic and white-metal properties, but it is lighter and generally less expensive than platinum, making it a practical alternative.

What is an 'eternity band' in ring jewelry?

Answer: A band with diamonds or gemstones set all the way around the ring

An eternity band features diamonds or gemstones set continuously around the entire circumference of the ring, symbolizing endless love and commitment.