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The metal groove or flange holding a gemstone in its setting, or the slanting face of a cut gem.
Bezels
An undrilled gemstone with a smooth rounded top and a flat back. A cabochon is not faceted.
Cabochon
A carved gem or shell, in which the carved design stands out against a background of a different color.
Cameo
A pair of pliers used to set or tighten the prongs on gemstone settings. The structure of these pliers gives them and parallel jaws and exceptional leverage.
Gem Setting Pliers
Decoration made by carving or engraving a design into a gem or other hard material. Intaglio is the opposite of cameo.
Intaglio
A jewelry setting designed for the placement of faceted gemstones or cabochons.
Mounting
A frame, container or cage designed for the placement of faceted gemstones or cabochons.
Setting