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Which Prong Style Should You Select For Your Engagement Ring?

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Which Engagement Ring Prong Style Should You Choose? Which Engagement Ring Prong Style Should You Choose? There are a plethora of possibilities available in the small details of engagement rings today compared to what was available in the past. The prongs, which are the most vital, but often the most neglected element of the ring, are available in a variety of designs. However, despite the fact that they are necessary for obvious reasons, most people tend to overlook them and, in most cases, attempt to minimize their appearance as much as possible in order to put the main focus on the central diamond and not the metal that holds it in place.

Generally speaking, prongs are the small metal hooks that grasp the edges of the stone and secure it in place in a ring. Different shapes, sizes, and amounts can be used in different situations. Each individual prong can be button shaped, clawed, split, or "V" shaped, according on your preference. The setter applies pressure to each of these locations in order to hold the center-diamond firmly in place throughout the setting process.

Claw prongs are used when the prongs taper off as they approach the stone to a fine point (as illustrated on the left in our example). A major reason for this style's popularity is because it takes up the least amount of space on the stone's surface, making it appear as if the stones are not there at all. However, button prongs are the original standard, and they are straight on one side and rounded on the other side. Claw prongs are most effective on round, oval, radiant, and emerald cut diamonds, among other shapes.

Alternatively, both of these classic forms can be made with a split prong (as shown on the right in our engagement ring), in which a single prong breaks into two once it reaches the stone, creating the illusion of two prongs on the stone. A bit more area is required for this method, but it can create an illusion of a new form on the stone while also including more exquisite detail. They also serve to provide additional security, and they are frequently used on cushion cut center diamonds, which require stronger prongs than most other types of center diamond.

In any event, prongs that are too small for the stone should never be used since you run the danger of losing a prong or, even worse, the diamond. The second popular variation you'll encounter is four, six, or eight prongs, depending on your preference. When you have double prongs that are bunched together to appear as though they are four, you will generally observe eight prongs. The most common concern when deciding between the numbers four and six is security, which does tend to vary depending on the type of metal being utilized. Four prongs can be just as effective as six prongs. Four is a fantastic alternative, and it is the more popular of the two since it usually allows you to see more of the diamond, so as long as they are solid enough, less really is more. For a marquise or pear shape diamond, on the other hand, you will need at least five or six prongs to hold these elongated stones securely in position.

Another type of prong is the "V-prong", which is used to protect the points of diamonds with sharp corners such as princess cuts, pear shapes, and marquise cuts, among other things. While they are not as delicate or visually appealing as the prong designs previously discussed, they are necessary in order to ensure that the diamonds' sensitive points remain intact and properly protected.

Creating the perfect ring involves many details, and we at Diamond Registry are experts at taking you through each and every one in order to make the most beautiful ring possible.

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