14K Yellow & White Bezel Earring Setting

When you are searching for an earring setting that resolves both practical needs and aesthetic desires, this custom made leverback earring setting answers with clarity and confidence. Many customers come to me seeking a piece that will securely hold a precious gemstone, while also remaining elegant enough for daily wear and special moments. This setting is designed to accept center stones such as sapphire, ruby, emerald, or other gemstones, and the range of 14 karat metals available includes rose, white, yellow, and a combined yellow and white option, so you can select the tone that best complements your gem and your style. The design is intentionally restrained, an open oval bezel that floats below a sturdy leverback, so that the gemstone becomes the star without sacrificing comfort. If your need is a setting that protects a sentimental stone, elevates a new heirloom, or completes a curated jewelry wardrobe, this piece delivers the balance of security, versatility, and refined design that ends the search.

The craftsmanship begins with a collaborative design process, where your chosen metal and gemstone guide the technical plan. We translate your preferences into a three dimensional model, refining proportions so the bezel seats the stone precisely, and the leverback aligns with the drop for perfect balance. From there we produce a wax master that captures every curve and angle, then cast the selected 14 karat alloy with attention to grain and tensile quality. After casting, expert bench jewelers take over, filing and refining the oval opening, shaping the bezel wall to create a continuous protective lip that cradles the stone. The interior seat is cut with exacting tool control, using gauges and microscopic inspection to ensure the stone will sit flush, with no movement and even contact around the girdle. Polishing follows a graduated series of abrasives, culminating in a mirror finish on the exterior surfaces, while critical mating surfaces are left with the precise texture that locks in the stone and secures the closure. Every joint is hand soldered and cleaned, each leverback pivot tested for smooth action, and the entire pair is checked for symmetry so that when the gemstones are set, the earrings hang and move in perfect harmony.

Durability is engineered into each stage, starting with the choice of 14 karat gold, a composition that offers excellent wear resistance while still preserving the warm colors of gold and the hypoallergenic qualities many customers value. The bezel style of this drop is inherently protective, surrounding the crown and girdle with metal that shields against knocks and abrasion far better than exposed prong styles, making it an ideal choice for an active life or for treasured stones that you want to wear often. The leverback closure is selected for both security and comfort, its spring action designed to remain closed without pinching, and its pin and latch assembly reinforced by careful soldering and stress relieved finishes. Reinforced jump rings and fully integrated bails are standard, so the point of articulation distributes load and minimizes wear over years. During quality control each earring is measured for roundness of the bezel and concentricity of the opening, and the set receives a light stress examination to ensure the security of stone settings and the longevity of moving parts. For white gold settings, rhodium plating is applied to improve scratch resistance and to maintain that crisp white appearance, while rose and yellow gold finishes are polished to a durable shine that resists dulling.

Elegance in this setting arises from the union of precise engineering and understated form, designed to spotlight the center gemstone in a way that feels timeless and personal. The oval bezel offers a modern classic silhouette that flatters many gemstone shapes, and the clean mirror surfaces reflect light back into the gem for an enhanced visual pop. If you choose a vivid sapphire, the cool saturation will play beautifully against white gold or yellow and white two tone metal, if you prefer a rich ruby the warmth of rose or yellow gold will intensify its glow, and emeralds find a poised stage that emphasizes their lush green clarity. Custom options include the exact diameter of the bezel to fit your stone, the choice of metal combinations, and finishing preferences from high polish to a soft satin sheen. We set each gemstone by hand, aligning the table and facets to the face of the bezel so the pair matches within tight tolerances, and we photograph and document the finished piece for your approval. When your desire is a setting that ends the quest for a secure, elegant, and customizable earring solution, this handcrafted leverback bezel setting is made to satisfy, and I am here to guide you through metal and gemstone choices to create the perfect pair for your life, style, and treasured stones.