Embirikos

Stone Setting

Each stone is set by hand with precision and care — an enduring tradition in fine jewellery making. Below you will find examples of our most practiced techniques.

Bezel Setting

A thin metal rim encircles the stone, holding it securely while allowing maximum light exposure.

Bezel setting example — round brilliant diamond secured in a polished gold bezel
Round brilliant in 18k gold bezel
Bezel setting detail — emerald cut sapphire in platinum bezel
Emerald-cut sapphire, platinum

Pavé Setting

Tiny stones set closely together, held by small beads of metal, creating a continuous shimmer across the surface.

Pavé setting close-up showing micro-set diamonds on a band
Micro-pavé diamond band
Pavé setting on a pendant with graduated stones
Graduated pavé pendant

Channel Setting

Stones are suspended between two parallel metal walls, forming a sleek, uninterrupted row.

Channel set diamonds in a white gold wedding band
Channel-set wedding band, white gold

Prong Setting

Metal claws grip the stone at its girdle, elevating it to capture and reflect the most light.

Classic four-prong solitaire diamond engagement ring
Four-prong solitaire, round brilliant
Six-prong setting with a cushion-cut gemstone
Six-prong cushion cut

Process Videos

Watch the meticulous craft behind each setting technique.

Stone setting under magnification