Jewelry/Watch Glossary

Palladium is a rare, naturally white precious metal belonging to the platinum group of elements. It shares many characteristics with platinum, including its bright silvery-white color, impressive resistance to tarnish,...

A prong setting uses small metal claws—typically four or six—to hold a gemstone securely in place. The prongs grip the stone at its edges, elevating it above the band to...

A pavé diamond setting (pronounced "pah-vay") refers to a jewelry setting style where small diamonds or gemstones are set closely together, covering the surface of the metal to give the...