The Trillion cut diamond features 50 facets and a triangular shape comprised of three equal sides.

Star ruby is a rare variety of ruby gemstone that contains dense, microscopic rutile inclusions.

The kite-cut diamond features an elongated diamond with the two top sides inclined inwards meeting at the top point with the two even longer sides meeting up at the endpoint.

The single cut diamond is also known as the eight-cut diamond because it has eight facets on the table and eight facets on the pavilion.

The old European cut was an early evolutionary stage in the progression toward the modern round brilliant.

Rose Cut Diamonds are different than the traditional 'Brilliant Cut' diamond we know in this modern era.

The Briolette Cut is a drop-shaped stone with triangular or diamond-shaped facets all the way around.

Half moon diamonds are cut straight on one side and curved on the other side; they are essentially an oval diamond cut in half.

A cabochon is a gemstone which has been shaped and polished as opposed to faceted.

The sugarloaf stone looks particularly similar to the classic cabochon.

Minimal setting where a gemstone is held in the tension between two pieces of metal. Gemstone appears to float with optimal light access. This setting is the least secure and will need proper attention when wearing.

A long thicker claw which is shaped like an L to go around the corner of a stone.

A long fine claw which is split at the top showing two rounded spit ends.

A long fine claw with two pointed ends.

A long thicker claw with squared ends

A long fine claw with rounded ends.

Pavé settings typically include multiple rows of interlocking stones, originating from the word pavement in French.

Micro setting refers to a microscopic distance between stones, using small stones to give the illusion of a fully gem-studded and even surface.

A technique used to cover metal with small gemstones. Small prongs, or "beads" are used to keep stones in place along the band or surface.

A motif made popular in the Victorian era symbolizing an unbreakable bond. The metal and gemstones are set to resemble a belt buckle.