Gypsy-setting a princess stone

Jewelry Discussion
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A fellow Orchidian asked me of this question direct from my “Gerry’s
Blog”. As this might be very important to others and he, I’m writing
this answer to all & to him.

What tools and burs must we use, the answer is very easy. I use only
the smallest bur that has the same thickness as the girdle thickness
of the stone. Let me say at this juncture it ‘could’ be #006 round
bur and also a #007 bud shaped bur.

As for tools I’d use only a Copper, or Brass pusher to mold the
metal down and over the girdle of that delicate stone. So here goes
the instructional aid, picture this in your mind.

Gerry!

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I was going to attempt to keep writing a full text explanation, but
thinking of it, it seemed fruitless.

I will now be taking photogrpahs of the “Gypsy Setting of Princess
Stones” to compliment the text version. This might take some time,
but it will get done, trust me!

Gerry!

3

Thanks Gerry! I recently accomplished a 2mm princess cut diamond
gipsy setting with quite good results using those micro burrs you
recommend me. Looking forward for those pictures tough.

Greetings.
Nicolas.