DCA DCA Ring Settings & Jewelry Metals 2

Question 1

What does 'pavé' mean in jewelry design?

Accepted Answer

Small diamonds set closely together to create a surface covered in stones

Answer

Pavé (from the French word for 'paved') refers to a setting where tiny diamonds are set very close together with minimal visible metal, creating a surface that appears 'paved' with stones.

Question 2

What is the difference between 'white gold' and 'platinum' in jewelry?

Accepted Answer

White gold is a gold alloy that requires rhodium plating; platinum is a naturally white precious metal

Answer

White gold is yellow gold alloyed with white metals (like nickel or palladium) and plated with rhodium, while platinum is a completely separate, naturally white precious metal that is denser and more durable.

Question 3

What is a 'tension setting' in diamond rings?

Accepted Answer

The diamond appears to float between two ends of the band held by metal pressure

Answer

In a tension setting, the diamond is held in place by the spring tension of the band metal pressing against the sides of the stone, making the diamond appear to float.

Question 4

What is 'sterling silver' and how is it marked?

Accepted Answer

92.5% pure silver, marked .925

Answer

Sterling silver is an alloy containing 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals (usually copper), and is marked with .925 to indicate its purity.

Question 5

In a 'flush setting' (also called a 'gypsy setting'), how is the diamond held?

Accepted Answer

The diamond is set into a drilled hole in the metal so its table is level with the metal surface

Answer

In a flush setting, the diamond is set into a drilled hole so that the table of the diamond sits level with (flush to) the surface of the metal band.

(DCA) Certified Diamond Council of America Diamond Specialist Practice Test

(DCA) Certified Diamond Council of America Diamond Specialist Practice Test

DCA DCA Ring Settings & Jewelry Metals 2