Setting jewelry in jewelry making
The fixing or inclusion of fine stones and enamel in jewelry dates back to antiquity, the Egyptians were the first and the court of the pharaoh, eager for fine jewelry, left us a large number of pieces that inspired the jewelers of the 19th century. However, we cannot speak of jewelry art, because the techniques are always the same and the stones used are generally fine stones, but not precious, set in the shape of a cabochon (natural shape of the ovalized stone).
It was with the development of European courts and the major discoveries of America and trade with Asia that precious stones arrived in goldsmiths' workshops. In France, the 17th century saw the birth of the art of jewelry, goldsmiths were entrusted with cut precious stones whose brilliance they had to enhance by fixing them on jewelry while allowing light to pass through.
They then developed different techniques to mechanically hang these stones without the risk of losing them.
Bar crimping technique
This method allows for the setting of multiple stones, each separated by a kind of barrette-shaped spacer. These hold each stone in its designated location. The resulting piece of jewelry offers a wealth of light.
Embedded setting technique
We note the presence of an enclave on the setting of the jewel, the place of the stone. This technique remains very popular for small stones.
Pinch Crimping Technique
With this jewelry setting, pressure is applied to maintain the stability of the stone, which is then surrounded or encircled by the metal.
Illusion Setting Technique
It highlights the chiseling of metal around the stone. A technique that creates a remarkable visual effect and enhances the stone's brilliance. It lives up to its name: illusion.
Nail crimping technique
It aims to simultaneously hold up to four stones on the jewel, using metal rods larger than those of a classic claw. This technique remains ideal for any calibrated stone.
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