Platinum 950 Pave Pendant Setting

This custom made pendant setting is offered in 14K rose gold, 14K white gold, 18K white gold, 14K yellow gold, 18K yellow gold, and platinum 950, and is designed to accommodate a center stone in sapphire, ruby, emerald, or a choice of other gemstones, with a pavé design that emphasizes continuous sparkle and refined elegance. The pavé technique uses small diamonds or gemstones set closely together with tiny bead or millgrain work, minimizing visible metal and producing a seamless field of scintillation. For an educated buyer, the value lies in the technical execution and material selection. Platinum 950 provides superior durability and a cool reflective backdrop that maximizes perceived whiteness and brilliance, while white gold gives similar optical effects with lower weight, and yellow or rose gold adds warm tone contrast that can enhance the richness of rubies or warm sapphires. The center stone is secured to allow maximum light entry from the table and pavilion, and the surrounding pavé stones act as a reflective halo, increasing total light return and visual impact.

When assessing gemstones for this setting, consider the standard grading attributes of color, clarity, cut, and origin, and request documentation of treatments. For sapphires and rubies, prioritize strong saturation and the preferred hue, with origins such as Kashmir, Burmese, or Ceylon often commanding premium pricing for distinct color characteristics. Many high quality sapphires and rubies are eye clean, and silk or needle inclusions influence value more than light performance. Emeralds commonly present inclusions and are frequently oil treated, and buyers should accept that clarity enhancement is typical while evaluating origin such as Colombian or Zambian for tone and hue. The pavé setting amplifies the center stone performance by reflecting additional light back into the gem, and precise cutting of the center stone enhances pavilion angles to synergize with the many small facets of the pavé stones. For preservation arrange periodic professional inspections to ensure bead integrity and prong security, and verify any clarity enhancements or heat treatments prior to purchase to make an informed, long term investment.