Abstract: An encrusted gemstone comprising a base diamond having a crown with a table surface, a pavilion, and a recessed seat in the table surface, an insert diamond having a pavilion matching said recessed seat and set therein, a bore extending axially between a culet of the base diamond and the recessed seat thereof, and a shaft received within said bore, said shaft having a proximal end projecting into the recessed seat and formed with an insert retaining portion, and a distal end projecting from the culet and provided with a securing arrangement.

Abstract: The appearance of gemstones, such as diamond, of various cuts is enhanced with a narrow non-planar strip of a reflective, color matched material, such as gold with yellow gems or platinum with clear gems, is peripherally positioned around the visible portion of the gemstone in a setting. A realistic multiple reflective optical illusion is created of a larger size gemstone. The appearance of a gemstone is also visually enhanced in a ring setting with the band of the ring being constructed of separated ring elements which permit additional ambient light to strike the normally hidden lower and lateral portions of the gemstone and increase sparkle. Optionally, connecting members between the separated ring elements incorporate monograms or design. The invention includes the jewelry items of gemstones and settings having the enhanced appearances of size and/or increased sparkle.

Abstract: A method of decorating an article of manufacture, e.g. a jewelry item, watch casing or a mobile phone, including the steps of (a) providing the article with a substrate made of a metal or metal alloy and having a number of recesses; (b) providing a number of engagement members made of the same metal or metal alloy; (c) positioning at least part of the engagement member within the recess; (d) fixedly engaging the engagement members with the substrate by laser beam welding or cold welding; and (e) fixedly engaging a decorative element with the engagement member in a snap-fit manner.

Abstract: A jewellery element, in particular a precious stone ring, comprises a magnetic device to cause the jewellery element setting to float with respect to the jewellery element base.

Abstract: An item of jewelry includes a movable or removable setting and a charm coupled to a short chain. The chain carrying the charm can be captured by the movable or removable setting. According to one embodiment, the setting has internal threads which mate with a threaded post. According to another embodiment, the setting is coupled to a slotted basket via a bayonet coupling. The charms are preferably provided in a wide range of designs, including, but not limited to holiday themes, religious themes, astrological signs, varsity letters, graduation year, wedding themes, commercial characters such as Disney characters, TV characters, messages such as “I Love You”, etc. The settings may include different color stones to match different color clothing, birth stones, etc.

Abstract: A jewelry arrangement with plural gemstones exhibiting variegated light reflectance with a body portion, a plurality of through-holes in the body portion, and a plurality of gemstones retained relative to first and second openings of each through-hole. A light chamber is defined by each through-hole and the gemstones whereby light can reach the portions of the gemstones retained adjacent to the first openings only after passing through the gemstone retained relative to the second opening of that through-hole and vice versa. The gemstones retained relative to the first openings can be substantially clear, and the gemstones retained relative to the second openings can be colored. The jewelry arrangement can comprise a ring, an earring, or any other structure. Where the jewelry arrangement is a ring, clear stones, such as diamonds, can be retained along an outer surface of the shank and colored stones, such as rubies, can be disposed along an inner surface of the shank.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a method for setting a disc-shaped diamond or other precious stone that provides increased stability and resistance to breakage, thus protecting the precious stone and minimizing the possibility that the setting may break or fail. The setting is accomplished by holding the disc-shaped stone onto an article of jewelry via a cap located on a distal end of a rod that extends through the center of the disc-shaped stone and is welded at a proximal end to a face of the article of jewelry. The disc-shaped stone is thus secured between the cap and the article of jewelry such that it is in contact with each, thereby preventing axial movement along the rod. These settings as described may be disposed at as many positions about an article of jewelry as so desired.

Abstract: A gemstone can include a crown portion having a table facet, a plurality of trapezoidal facets, a plurality of irregular-hexagonal facets, a plurality of irregular-pentagonal facets, and a plurality of triangular crown-facets. The gemstone can also include a pavilion portion having a plurality of first kite facets, a plurality of irregular-quadrilateral facets, a plurality of second kite facets, and a plurality of triangular pavilion-facets.

Abstract: Disclosed is a successively manufactured jewel holding claw A and a jewel assembly held by the claw. The jewel holding claw includes a plurality of jewel holding pieces 1 successively formed in such a manner that they are spaced at a predetermined interval from each other; and circular ring connecting parts 2 formed between the jewel holding pieces 1 spaced from each other, wherein the jewel holding pieces 1 and the circular ring connecting parts 2 are repeatedly connected with each other so as to form a structure with a strand-shape successively manufactured. It is possible to manufacture the jewel holding claw in a successive shape, and the user can cut the jewel holding claw, which has been successively manufactured, to a predetermined length to be used. Therefore, anyone can perform an operation of holding jewelry without a need for manufacturing a jewel holding frame, regardless of skill so that low cost in holding jewelry is secured.

Abstract: In one embodiment an earring includes a stem including a sharp end, external threads at the opposite end, a flange proximate the external threads, and a neck interconnecting the external threads and the flange; and a decorative member including a threaded axial opening adapted to urge its mouth against the flange by threadedly securing to the external threads. In another embodiment, the decorative member is a two-piece member. The decorative element can be implemented as one of a plurality of different shapes. Moreover, the stem can be sterilized effectively by detaching from the decorative element.

Abstract: The links (1) are formed by a set of parts (3, 4, 6, 9, 15) including at least two caps (3, 4) including, on the one hand, means for assembling (13, 14, 15) their feet (3b, 4b) to hold, between their heads (3a, 4a) a decorative casing element (9), and on the other hand, locking means (6, 16) at the junction of their feet (3b, 4b) for immobilising each link (1) on the connecting member. The preferred embodiment includes a rigid tube (15) assembling the feet (3b, 4b) and holding a deformable insert locking the connecting member.

Abstract: A universal ring setting for receiving different size gemstone crown heads for mounting different size diamonds or gemstones. The universal ring setting includes a gemstone crown head for supporting a gemstone. The crown head includes a housing having a plurality of holding prongs, and an interior cavity for receiving and mounting the gemstone therein, and having a bottom circular edge with a notch formed therein. The universal ring setting includes a ring shank for encircling a finger of a user, the ring shank has an upper shank section with an integrally attached crossbar member formed thereon. The crossbar member is used for detachably receiving the notch of the crown head thereon for cooperatively mounting of the crown head to the upper shank section of the ring shank.

Abstract: A jewelry article is assembled with prefabricated precision components suitable for mass production. The components include bounding elements, fasteners, and spacers. The bounding elements include fastener apertures and channels for receiving portions of adornments. The fasteners secure the adornments in the channels between the bounding elements. From the available selection of bounding elements, fasteners, spaces, and other configuration options, an enormous variety of custom jewelry may be assembled. Accordingly, the consumer may obtain a unique piece of jewelry without the cost, expense, and time normally associated with custom jewelry creation.

Abstract: Creating the illusion of a larger diamond from smaller diamonds. In an embodiment, four corner diamonds (of circular shape and equal size) are placed in four corners of a square area and a center diamond is placed in the gap presented by the four corner diamonds. The center diamond is placed at a level below that of the four corner diamonds and is supported by a rim such that the center diamond does not have to rely on the corner diamonds for support. The rim supports the center diamond at about 90-95% of its pavilion height in one embodiment. Prongs are used in addition to support the corner diamonds.

Abstract: While looking for castings I realized that you have to buy a separate casting for every gem, this can become very expensive. That's why I came up with the idea to create a casting that could be adjusted to fit several different sizes of stones in one casting: The casting would be on a spring slide to hold the gem tight. There will be a release mechanism to move slide to desired position and tighten down to hold gem. When the tool is removed the gem locks in place. This idea will work for rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets or broaches. You can switch the gems to match different outfits. With this idea one casting can work for several size stones, you only have to buy a different shaped casting.

Abstract: The present invention includes gemstone settings and methods of manufacturing gemstone settings including a primary gem capable of displaying a plurality of images corresponding to one or more objects placed within in a focal region outside of the primary gem. The plurality of images is displayed by flattening the bottom of the primary gem and faceting the crown to specifications that allow light to pass through the gem and not substantially reflect against a faceted pavilion.

Abstract: The present invention provides a cut stone including a top surface and a bottom surface and a girdle. The top surface includes a first facet row having 18 facets, a second facet row having 6 facets, and a third facet row having 6 facets. The bottom surface includes a first facet row having 18 facets, a second facet row having 6 facets, and a third facet row having 6 facets. The girdle is disposed between the first facet row of the top surface and the first facet row of the bottom surface.

Abstract: An article of jewelry includes a gem with a face, and a groove formed along a periphery of the face. A wire may be disposed in the groove, and a hanger may be connected to the wire to suspend the gem. The hanger may be configured to maintain the orientation of the gem, for example, to maintain the face of the gem so that it is generally oriented outward from a wearer of the article of jewelry. In some embodiments, the periphery of the gem may comprise a girdle, and the groove may be formed substantially completely around the girdle.

Abstract: The present invention provides an earring setting for a gemstone including an arched portion, an earring wire and an end cap. The arched portion includes a hinge at one end and a mounting peg, passing through an opening in the gemstone, at the other end. The earring wire is attached to the hinge, and the end cap is attached to the mounting peg. The end cap includes an earring clasp to releasably engage the earring wire.

Abstract: An item of jewelry (1) consisting of a central stone (2) and several peripheral stones (3) arranged on a support (4). Said support (4) comprises a first ring (5) concentric with and connected to a second ring (6) smaller in diameter and greater in height than the first ring (5). The second ring (6) comes to a T-shaped shoulder (8) on its top edge with one side designed to be snapped into a longitudinal groove (9) passing all the way around the circumference of the pavilion (10) of the central stone (2) and its other side is snapped into a groove (11) present in one of the facets near the edge of each peripheral stone (3). The peripheral stones are held firmly in their positions by a slot (12) formed on the inside of the perimeter of the first ring (5).

Abstract: A method of embellishing a piece of hollow jewelry, said method comprising the steps of reshaping a section of said piece of hollow jewelry, wherein said reshaped section is designed to accommodate at least one item of embellishment; placing adhesive material into the reshaped section of the piece of hollow jewelry; and positioning at least one embellishment on the adhesive material, thereby bonding said embellishment to said piece of hollow jewelry.

Abstract: A connection structure includes a workpiece, and a coating layer disposed above the workpiece. A groove is formed on a surface of the coating layer. The connection structure further includes an object installed inside the groove and adhered to the workpiece.

Abstract: The invention relates to jewelry. More particularly, the invention relates to jewelry settings. Even more particularly, the invention relates to jewelry settings for displaying multiple faces or gems in a setting of a piece of jewelry, such as a ring, bracelet, pendant, brooch, necklace, religious icon, watch, earring, pin for clothing, hat pin, and the like. The setting may use a face rotatable about at least one axis and an engagement mechanism. The face may be a two-sided face or two separate faces, one facing outwardly away from the user and being visible, the other one of the faces being movable for facing toward the user and being hidden when the one face is visible.

Abstract: A bezel having a lumen open to the top and bottom and a recessed center section is used both to mount a stone to a piece of jewelry and to function as a clasp for the jewelry. The recessed center section of the jewelry can be coupled to a hook to secure the jewelry to the wearer.

Abstract: A system and method for personalizing an article in real-time is provided. A selection of an article for personalization is accepted from a user. A model of the selected article is displayed. At least one personalization attribute is accepted from the user. The model is modified and displayed, based on the at least one accepted personalization attribute, as the at least one personalization attribute is accepted, thereby enabling the user to personalize the article in real-time. The article may be an article of jewelry, such as a ring, a necklace, or a watch.

Abstract: A pendant containing a jewel mounted in an ornamental piece supports the jewel away from a wearers neck, thereby enabling the a jewel to sparkle fully as the ornamental piece with the jewel swings delicately in synchronization with the motions of the wearer.

Abstract: Among other embodiment, disclosed herein is a setting for a gem formed from a blank, comprising a base formed from the blank and a negative impression forced against one another, at least three prongs formed from the blank and the at least one negative impression being forced against one another so that the at least three prongs extended radially from the base in a substantially coplanar manner, each of the at least three prongs having an end distal to the base, where the distal ends are forced to substantially face each other, and at least one receptacle end, formed from forcing a solid against the at least one of the distal ends, and adapted to confine the gem between the distal ends. A related method is also disclosed.

Abstract: A system and method for temporarily displaying an ornament in a jewelry article is provided. The system comprises an ornament holder configured to temporarily hold an ornament and a jewelry article attachment configured to temporarily couple the ornament holder to a jewelry article. The ornament holder and the jewelry article attachment may be coupled together or design as a one-piece configuration.

Abstract: A piece of jewelry includes a foundation for mounting at least one stone. The stone is at least regionally inserted in a depression of the foundation of the piece of jewelry. At least one securing element is arranged for the stone, in the area of the foundation. The stone is movably arranged in the region of the foundation and the securing element is arranged at a distance from the stone.

Abstract: There is provided a method for assessing the integrity of grip of a stone in a jewellery setting having plural gripping claws to grip said stone, the method comprising heating the stone; measuring conductive transfer of heat from the stone to each of said plural gripping claws; and comparing said conductive heat transfer to said each gripping claw, wherein a marked difference in conductive heat transfer to any of the gripping claws indicates a lack of integrity of grip. Suitable apparatus is also provided.

Abstract: A mounting system for cut stones is provided in the form of a setting (10) adapted to enclose, support and visually enhance a cut stone (12) such as a princess cut diamond (18). The preferred embodiment (10) has concave exterior sidewalls (14) enclosing a mounting aperture (16) for receiving the stone, and a vertically convex upper surface (68) which overlaps a portion of the stone. Sharply tapered apexes (70) virtually extend the corners of the stone and reflective materials help enhance the apparent size and brilliance of the stone. The setting (10) is adapted for use in various types of jewelry.

Abstract: An article of jewelry including a body having an outer major surface and a decorative pattern formed on the outer surface of the body, and a method for forming the decorative pattern, the pattern including pairs of intersecting grooves and an optically transparent synthetic decorative element formed in a respective well created by the intersection of each pair of intersecting grooves.

Abstract: A method of mounting precious stones in an article of jewelry, typically an earring, which includes the steps of punching a recess in the article of jewelry which is hollow, positioning the stone in the recess, and heading over the edge of the recess to retain the stone.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a ring comprising a plurality first and second annular semi-precious stones, where the stones form a setting for a center precious stone.

Abstract: A gemstone arrangement is described including a primary gem and at least one complementary gem. The primary gem includes a crown and a pavilion. The pavilion has an external wall defining an outer surface. The complementary gem has a crown defining a table. The table is in juxtaposition to and aligned with the pavilion wall for the maximum passage of ambient light from the complementary gem into the primary gem to enhance its visual appearance. In addition, the complementary gem can be positioned and aligned to receive light losses from the primary gem and return those light losses through the crown of the complementary gem to the primary gem.

Abstract: A decorative jewelry item comprises a base member (2) with a hollow interior and a decorative top (7), a cap (19) brought down over the decorative top, and a fastener arrangement (21) for fixing the cap to the base member after the cap is brought into contact with the decorative top. The cap has an opening (23, 25) therein through which the decorative top (7, 9) of the base member can be observed. All exposed surfaces of the base member (2) and cap (19) may have surface finishing features and/or graphic representations or designs to make the jewelry item more attractive. In an alternative construction, a decorative insert is inserted, through an opening in the top of a hollow base member, and is fixed within the base member with the insert below the base member top and viewable through the top opening. The jewelry item may be designed to have the appearance of a single decorative unit, or to have the appearance of a double (or greater) decorative unit. Such units have application in many jewelry items.

Abstract: The invention provides a setting for a precious stone comprising a support for a precious stone; contact means for establishing a contact between the support and a stone within the support; a detector for detecting a break in the contact; and an emitter for emitting a signal on detection of the break in the contact. The setting provides a means of alerting wearers of an item of jewellery that the precious stone is loose within its support.

Abstract: An article of jewelry has a jewelry setting for removable engagement of a jewel from such article of jewelry. The jewelry setting enables biased engagement of the jewel with the article of jewelry in a secure manner, such that inadvertent separation of the jewel from the article of jewelry is prevented. A special tool for the engagement of the jewel with the jewelry article may be provided to enhance the secure connection between the jewel and article of jewelry. An interchangeable system of jewels, settings and articles of jewelry is also provided.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide a jewel which can be securely attached to a string-form member or pedestal with a stable frictional force, and which can be easily removed from such a string-form member or pedestal. The base body has a hole, and the hole opens at the surface of the base body. The elastic body has a through-hole, and is inserted into the interior of the hole. At least one open end of the through-hole communicates with the outside of the base body via the hole, and the internal diameter of the through-hole is gradually expanded toward the abovementioned open end.

Abstract: A ring and mounting thereon for a plurality of gemstones includes a ring formed of a pair of shanks mounted together at a common end. The pair of shanks have a through-aperture between distal ends of the pair of shanks opposite the common end. The distal ends are entirely detached from each other. A first pair of upstanding flexible lever arms, or merely hereinafter arms, bracket opposite sides of the through-aperture. Each flexible arm has a base end and an opposite free end. Each flexible arm is mounted at its base end to a corresponding distal end of the shanks. A first gemstone forms a keystone mounted in compression sandwiched between the free ends of the first pair of upstanding flexible arms. A second pair of upstanding arms are mounted at their base ends to the pair of shanks so as to be disposed, one on each shank, on opposite sides of the first pair of upstanding flexible arms. A first pair of gemstone receiving pockets or cavities.

Abstract: A ring allowing a longer length of an arm attached to a ring main body is provided. The tilted ring is tiltingly attached to the ring main body. The tilted ring is in an ellipse shape, and the major axis of the ellipse projected on the plane where the ring main body exists is longer than the diameter of the ring main body. Thus, if the ring main body is worn on the finger on which a wedding ring or the like is already worn, the tilted ring does not interfere with the wedding ring. Thus, since the tilted ring can extend downward in addition to upward of the ring main body, the tilted ring can be longer, and the esthetic appearance increases.

Abstract: A combination of a precious stone and a jewelry setting having a plurality of heart-shaped supporting members each having a first end having a double lobe shape and a second end having a generally pointed shape and a maximum width intermediate the first and second ends. The supporting members are connected to one another in series at a position proximate the maximum width to form an endless support structure. The precious stone is mounted within the support structure.

Abstract: A precious stone setting is disclosed. The setting comprises a shank body, a collect and an external rim. The circumferential edge of the shank body is provided with an inwardly contracting cavity and the inner wall of the recessed cavity is provided with a groove. The precious stone is positioned at the collet having two pivotal shafts protruded into shaft holes preset at the inner side of the external rim to form a rotatable connection. The external side of the external rim, between two shaft holes, has two perpendicularly extended pivot shafts and are insertable into the groove of the body. The precious stone is free to pivotally rotate in accordance with the position of the external rim, the branch shaft of the collet and in combination of the rotating of the external rim within the groove the precious stone is provided with sloping swinging angle and direction accordingly to the movement of the shank so as to provide aesthetic appearance.

Abstract: A device applicable to the positioning of a loose object on a carrier such as a device mounted on a necklace with a pendant to keep the pendant in a stationary position on the necklace. The device comprises at least one coil forming an opening and a locating section. The necklace is contained in the opening of the coil with the locating section serving to retain the pendant in position on the necklace. Optional end configurations serve to reduce risk of necklace entanglement as well as increase friction between the device and the necklace.

Abstract: A gemstone arrangement is described including a primary gem and at least one complementary gem. The primary gem includes a crown and a pavilion. The pavilion has an external wall defining an outer surface. The complementary gem has a crown defining a table. The table is in juxtaposition to and aligned with the pavilion wall for the maximum passage of ambient light from the complementary gem into the primary gem to enhance its visual appearance. In addition, the complementary gem can be positioned and aligned to receive light losses from the primary gem and return those light losses through the crown of the complementary gem to the primary gem.

Abstract: A plurality of lower complementary stones is arranged along a linear or an arcuate row below an upper stone to enhance the appearance thereof in an item of jewelry such as a ring. The row extends generally widthwise of a shank of the ring.

Abstract: A mixture of crystals comprising natural ring silicates and natural silica for stimulation of the thymus gland.

Abstract: The piece of jewelry comprises an enclosure formed by a frame and by two parallel crystals connected to the frame in a sealed manner. A plurality of independent annular elements are placed inside the enclosure one within another. These annular elements are free to move in rotation and in translation within the enclosure and one within another.

Abstract: In a preferred embodiment, a ring providing for an exchangeable decorative ornament includes two nearly annular shanks, a base where opposing sides correspond to the shank gaps, two hinge pins, and a gem setting with opposing male plug. Each shank has a throughhole intersecting the faces of its annulus at the gap. The base has two corresponding parallel throughholes for hinge pins to attach the shank to the base, and a gem setting receiving hole skewed midpoint to these throughholes. The holes are situated such that the diameter of the gem setting receiving hole partly intersects the diameter of each pinhole, and each pin has a scalloped recess through that side of its diameter corresponding to the interference pattern of the intersection. Each pin pivots within the base but is made integral with its corresponding shank. Hence, depending upon the rotation of the shanks, either or both pins may present an interference pattern to the diameter of the gem setting receiving hole.

Abstract: A gem formation comprising a plurality of gems (1), wherein the gems (1) are partially embedded in a silicone layer (2).