Types of Earring Settings

When it comes to earrings, you’d be shocked to know that the gemstone and design aren’t the only aspects that can take your sparklers from good to ‘OMG WOW’ – The earring setting too plays a huge role in that!

Not only does it act as the frame for your work of art, i.e., your gemstones, but it also holds your sparklers in place, thus making sure they stay by your side (re: on your earlobes) through the ups and downs of life.

Intrigued and want to know the different earring setting types out there? You’re in luck, ’cause mentioned below is all the information you need!

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Types of Jewelry Settings

4 Main Types of Earring Settings

1. Bezel Setting

Picture your sparkler as safe as a bug in a metal hug. That, our dear friend, is basically what this earring setting for gemstones is!

It’s essentially the gem version of a protective bubble wrap, a metal collar encircling the stone from all sides (or most sides in the case of the partial bezel setting) and protecting it from the perils of the world – scratches, chips, abrasions and more.

The best part? This setting has a classic vibe that could even make Meryl Streep swoon.

And hey, if it’s good enough for Miss. Streep, it’s more than good enough for us.

Did You Know?

This gemstone and diamond earring setting type is not a new one by any means. In fact, examples of this setting can be found in all three – Ancient Egyptian, Roman and Byzantine jewelry.

2. Prong Setting

If there was one jewelry setting that could vow the crowd at any moment, it would be the prong setting. So, it’s probably no surprise that it’s one of the top setting choices for earrings too.

In a nutshell, the prong earring setting features three or more prongs that are shaped, bent and positioned over the gem’s crown to ensure it can’t run for freedom at any given point in time. What’s more, it does this while allowing enough light to enter the stone to amp up its sparkle and brilliance to a great extent.

So, the next time you’re in the mood to buy earrings for women but don’t know which colored gemstone or diamond earring setting to choose, consider going for the prong. Trust us, it’ll give your pair that extra bit of oomph that you didn’t know it needed.

3. Halo Setting

At Angara, we believe that women who love to steal the limelight deserve a setting to match. And boy, is the halo earring setting up to the task!

We like to think of it as the magic trick of the jewelry world. Featuring several small diamonds surrounding the center stone in a halo-like formation, the gemstone and diamond earring halo setting is equal parts glamorous and enchanting. Not only that, but with the right angles and a dash of optical illusion, it can even make your center gem appear larger than life. This is especially true if you want your sparklers to be all about diamonds.

Interested but don’t know what’s the best place to shop diamond earrings? It’s Angara, of course! From diamond halo studs to diamond halo drop earrings, our collection has everything you need to make an impact. Try it and thank us later!

4. Martini Setting

Shaped like a cone and resembling a martini glass when viewed from the side, this gemstone and diamond stud earring setting promises an evening of elegance and a hint of 007 glamour.

The V-shape not only adds a touch of class but also ensures that the gem sits close to the ear, thus giving the earrings less of a chance to droop.

Need we say more?

So, there you have it – the different types of earring settings. Whether your gemstones prefer a glamorous entourage or a classic accompaniment, one thing’s for sure: your ears are in for a treat, and the world is a brighter place because of it.