9ct Yellow Gold Prong Settings
Discover our collection of solid 9ct yellow gold prong settings, crafted to perfectly complement our purple gold cabochons and a variety of other gemstones.
Solid 9ct Gold Prong Settings
Our 9ct yellow gold prong settings are designed with precision to provide the ideal balance of security and brilliance. Perfect for purple gold cabochons yet equally suited for any stone of compatible size, these settings highlight the natural colour and sparkle of gemstones while offering durability and elegance.
High-Quality 9ct Yellow Gold for Lasting Beauty
Every setting in this collection is made from solid 9ct yellow gold, ensuring strength, resilience, and a luxurious aesthetic. The warm golden finish not only enhances the visual appeal of your jewellery but also provides a timeless foundation for both contemporary and classic designs.
Enhance the Sparkle of Your Gemstones
Prong settings maximise light exposure by holding the gemstone with minimal metal coverage, allowing the stone’s brilliance to shine from every angle. This makes them an excellent choice for statement pieces such as rings, pendants, or earrings where the gemstone is the focal point.
A Variety of Shapes and Dimensions
To suit different design visions, our yellow gold prong settings are available in a wide range of shapes and sizes:
- Crescent
- Emerald – 8mm x 6mm
- Emerald – 10mm x 8mm
- Heart
- Oval – 8mm x 6mm
- Oval – 10mm x 8mm
- Rectangle – 8mm x 6mm
- Rectangle – 10mm x 8mm
- Star
This variety allows jewellers to explore both traditional and unique designs while maintaining a secure and elegant gemstone setting.
Sustainable and Ethical Jewellery Practices
At Ore Metals, we prioritise sustainability by incorporating recycled gold within our manufacturing process. This approach reduces environmental impact while allowing you to create stunning jewellery that aligns with ethical values.
Versatile Foundations for Creative Design
Whether you’re working on a simple feature pendant, a bold statement necklace, or a pair of delicate earrings, our yellow gold prong settings offer flexibility across a range of design styles. Their durability, elegance, and shape variety make them an essential component for jewellers who want to bring both modern and timeless creations to life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Prong settings use small metal claws to hold a gemstone securely while allowing maximum light exposure.
They’re popular because they balance security and brilliance, showcasing gemstones with minimal obstruction.
Prong settings are commonly used in rings, pendants, earrings, and other gemstone jewellery.
They work best with durable stones but can be adapted for most gemstones if properly designed.
Most settings use 4 or 6 prongs, though designs may vary from 3 to 8 depending on style and stone size.
Yes, prong settings maximize light entry, enhancing sparkle, fire, and brilliance.
Yes, when well-made, prong settings hold stones securely, though periodic checks are recommended.
Prong settings show more of the gemstone, while bezel settings provide more protective coverage.
Yes, they typically use less metal, keeping jewellery elegant and lightweight.
Yes, because they expose more of the stone, prong settings can create the illusion of a larger gemstone.
Common options include sterling silver, 9ct and 18ct gold (yellow, white, rose), and 950 platinum.
Yes, sustainable prong settings are often crafted from recycled silver, gold, or platinum.
Shapes include round, oval, emerald, heart, star, rectangle, and custom cuts.
Yes, prong settings come in multiple dimensions to fit a wide range of gemstones.
Custom-sized prong settings in silver, gold, or platinum are designed to fit purple gold cabochons.
Yes, jewellers recommend checking prongs regularly to ensure they remain tight and secure.
Clean gently with a soft brush, mild soap, and warm water; avoid harsh chemicals.
Yes, metal prongs may thin with wear and should be re-tipped by a jeweller if needed.
Yes, damaged or worn prongs can be repaired or rebuilt by a professional jeweller.
With proper care, prong settings can last for decades, especially in durable metals like platinum.
Yes, prong settings generally allow more light exposure and sparkle than bezel settings.
Yes, prong settings are versatile and can be used in both modern and vintage-inspired designs.
They often use less metal than bezel settings, making them cost-effective without compromising beauty.
Yes, they’re one of the most popular settings for engagement rings due to their brilliance and elegance.
They’re available from jewellery suppliers, wholesalers, and ethical manufacturers like Ore Metals.
Yes, jewellers can customise prong number, shape, size, and metal type.
Select by stone size, shape, intended jewellery type, and desired metal.
Ore Metals offers precision-made, ethically sourced prong settings in sterling silver, gold, and platinum, designed to maximise gemstone beauty and meet professional jewellers’ standards.