Platinum is a neutral colored metal with a that does not fade, tarnish, or change color over time. Its strength makes it an excellent choice for securing gemstones, especially in engagement rings and fine jewelry that are worn daily. Over time, platinum develops a distinctive patina that many wearers appreciate, while retaining its beauty for generations
A modern pavé named for the U-shaped grooves visible in profile. Typically set on a rounded surface with smooth side walls. U-cut pave maximizes the size of diamond to the width of metal and exposes the girdles of the diamonds from the side since there are no bright cut walls. The melee are tight together making them appear to float, with minimal visible metal.
A method of creating jewelry where a craftsman directly forms the metal and hand fabricates a jewel from many component parts. This technique does not utilize CAD/CAM or casting processes used in mass production. It is widely considered the ultimate in terms of the final craftsmanship in jewelry.
