Metal, Setting & Care Guide
Introduction
The right metal and setting can completely transform the look, comfort, and durability of a jewellery piece. At Divara Jewellery, we help customers choose metals and settings that complement their design, lifestyle, and budget.
This guide explores the most popular metal options, setting styles, and essential care tips to help keep your jewellery looking beautiful for years to come.
Metal Options
10K Gold
A practical and durable gold option with a lower gold content. Ideal for customers seeking strength and value at a more accessible price point.
14K Gold
A well-balanced choice for fine jewellery, offering an excellent combination of durability, gold content, and everyday wearability.
18K Gold
A premium option with a higher gold content, providing a richer colour and luxurious finish. Commonly chosen for high-end custom jewellery.
Platinum
A naturally white precious metal known for its exceptional durability and premium feel. Platinum is a popular choice for engagement rings and heirloom-quality jewellery.
Sterling Silver
An affordable and versatile option suitable for selected jewellery designs. Perfect for customers looking for beautiful jewellery at a lower price point.
Gold Vermeil
Gold vermeil features a thick layer of gold over sterling silver, offering the luxurious appearance of gold while remaining more affordable.
Metal Colours
Yellow Gold
Classic, warm, and timeless.
White Gold
Modern, elegant, and designed to enhance the bright appearance of diamonds.
Rose Gold
Soft, romantic, and distinguished by its warm pink hue.
Popular Setting Styles
Solitaire Setting
A timeless design that showcases a single centre stone with elegant simplicity.
Halo Setting
A centre stone surrounded by smaller diamonds to maximise sparkle and create the appearance of a larger centre stone.
Hidden Halo Setting
A discreet circle of diamonds positioned beneath the centre stone, adding brilliance from the side view.
Pavé Setting
Small diamonds set closely together along the band to create continuous sparkle.
Bezel Setting
A sleek metal rim surrounds the stone, providing excellent protection while offering a modern appearance.
Prong Setting
A classic design where metal claws securely hold the stone while allowing maximum light to enhance brilliance.
Low-Profile Setting
Designed to sit closer to the finger for increased comfort and practicality during everyday wear.
Cathedral Setting
The band rises gracefully toward the centre stone, creating an elegant and elevated appearance.
Choosing the Right Setting for Your Lifestyle
Selecting the right setting is just as important as choosing the stone itself.
For everyday wear, many customers prefer:
Secure Stone Settings
Comfortable Band Profiles
Practical, Low-Maintenance Designs
A higher setting offers a more dramatic appearance, while a lower-profile setting provides greater comfort for daily wear.
Customers who frequently use their hands for work or lead active lifestyles may benefit from more protective settings such as:
Bezel Settings
Low-Profile Settings
Well-Protected Prong Settings
Jewellery Care Tips
To keep your jewellery looking its best:
Remove jewellery before exercising, swimming, cleaning, or heavy manual work.
Avoid exposure to harsh chemicals, perfumes, lotions, and household cleaning products.
Clean jewellery gently using warm soapy water and a soft brush.
Dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.
Store each jewellery piece separately to prevent scratches.
Have stone settings professionally checked if the jewellery is worn regularly.
Avoid wearing delicate jewellery during activities that may cause bending, impact, or damage.
Resizing
Divara Jewellery offers a complimentary first resize, where possible.
Please note that certain designs, including full eternity rings and heavily detailed bands, may have resizing limitations.
Warranty
Every piece from Divara Jewellery is backed by a 12-month craftsmanship warranty, covering manufacturing faults.
The warranty does not cover
Normal wear and tear
Accidental damage
Misuse
Stone loss caused by impact
Damage resulting from improper care or maintenance