Prong Settings
Discover our collection of prong settings, crafted to perfectly complement our purple gold cabochons and a variety of other gemstones.
A Central Hub for Every Alloy Collection
Explore our portfolio of solid precious metal prong settings, making it easier than ever to explore and source the right materials for your designs. Each alloy has been carefully chosen to balance durability, brilliance, and workability - ensuring professional results across every jewellery project.
Explore Our Alloy Ranges
- 925 Sterling Silver – Versatile, accessible, and elegant, ideal for both beginners and professionals.
- 9ct & 18ct Yellow Gold – Warm, timeless, and perfect for traditional and modern designs alike.
- 9ct & 18ct White Gold – Sleek and sophisticated, offering a contemporary edge.
- 9ct & 18ct Rose Gold – Romantic and distinctive, with a soft blush hue.
- 950 Platinum – The pinnacle of strength and luxury, ideal for heirloom-quality jewellery.
Designed for Versatility and Creativity
Each alloy collection features a wide selection of shapes emerald, oval, rectangle and more — giving you the freedom to craft everything from feature pendants, bold statement necklaces, or a pair of delicate earrings. With exotic shapes ranging from crescent moons to creative stars and bold hearts, these settings provide limitless design possibilities.
Ethical and Sustainable Jewellery Making
At Ore Metals, we are committed to ethical sourcing and sustainability. By incorporating recycled metals across our alloy collections, we ensure that your jewellery is not only beautiful but also environmentally responsible.
Your Foundation for Bespoke Jewellery
By housing all alloy families under one banner, we make it simple to find the right material, match castings to settings, and create bespoke pieces that reflect both artistry and craftsmanship.
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.