When setting pear shaped stones, first bend the point prong or V-Tip. Then place the stone into the crown, and push the remaining prongs over the stone to secure it.
Setting the stone in this manner limits the amount of pressure applied to the fragile tip of the stone.
For articles on Stonesetting go to: http://AboutStoneSetting.com
Bench Tips and Tricks for Bench Jewelers, Stone Setters, and Goldsmiths

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Posted by: Vintage Pendants | December 29, 2009 at 05:25 AM