What are diamond solitaire scalloped settings?

A diamond solitaire scalloped setting is designed around a solitaire diamond center stone. The scalloped design is made to complement and accentuate the solitaire diamond center stone without adding too much embellishment or additional accent stones to the engagement ring's overall design. Consequently, the diamond solitaire scallop setting is a highly popular engagement ring design, since it produces an elegant and delicate, yet intricate looking engagement ring. This particular setting gets its name from the wavy, ruffled look (also apparent in sea-shells and scallops) which it gives to the ring's metal band. In addition, aquatic themes are commonly incorporated into the setting's design. Dolphin, sea –horse and sea-shell patterns are a staple when it comes to this particular engagement ring setting. The diamond solitaire scalloped setting comes in a number of styles and designs, including:


1. The band's metal boarders are carved and engraved with the aquatic themes. In this design, the scalloped setting completely surrounds the solitaire diamond center stone. The design is meant to accentuate the diamond center stone by complementing and contrasting the precious gemstones' effortless beauty with the intricacy of its surround metal framework.

2. The scalloped pattern is shaped into braids which are made to resemble intricate antique ring designs (for instance, Edwardian, Celtic or Victorian period engagement rings, which incorporated intricate and unusual design elements). The braided metal band is reminiscent of the filigree which was popularly used in vintage engagement rings.
 3. Intertwined metal bands are made to form the scalloped pattern. The bands are initially shaped as individual metal bands, and are later melded and weaved into a cohesive metal band which forms the scalloped pattern.

4. The individual bands which are intertwined to form the scalloped pattern can be of varying widths and lengths. An interesting and intricate looking design is achieved when slim short metal bands are weaved in with long wide bands. This creates an eye-catching, geometrically patterned metal band.

5. The scallops need not be curved along the length of the engagement ring's metal band. They can be arranged so that they appear as though they jut out of the band's edges. This design gives the engagement ring a younger and edgier look.

6. Scalloped settings which are incorporated with different types of solitaire settings. A scalloped setting can complement a variety of setting designs and styles. Scalloped settings are usually paired with solitaire prong settings, however, an emerging trend in diamond engagement ring designs is to couple a scalloped setting with a bezel set or channel set diamond center stone.

7. The prongs or metal beads involved in securing the diamond center stone can also be shaped in a scalloped pattern, so as to blend in with the engagement ring's overall scalloped pattern. However, shaping prongs into scalloped patterns can get a little tricky, depending on the metal used to create the fragile metal prongs. If the prong's metal is a relatively 'soft', highly malleable, metal, a jeweler may have difficulty shaping soft metallic prongs into scalloped patterns, while conserving the little sturdiness they have. It is very important to refrain from warping prongs, since a bent or broken prong may lead to the diamond loosening and falling out of its setting. Therefore, when shaping slim metal prongs into special patterns, a jeweler must be extra careful not to damage the prongs in any way.

8. The scalloped patterned metal bands can be carved with additional embellishments. The engravings add a textured, layered look to the ring's metal band.

9. The scalloped bands may be encrusted with additional diamonds or precious gemstones. The added gemstones are meant to act as accent stones, which complement the diamond center stone. Since engagement rings set with multiple precious gemstones and birthstones have become a popular trend, jewelers have recognized the need to adapt the solitaire diamond engagement ring into a ring mounted with additional accent stones. Popular designs include the three-stoned 'trinity' engagement ring, pave set diamond eternity rings, and birthstone set diamond engagement bands. Consequently, the scalloped setting has been modified to accommodate more than one precious gemstone. The diamond solitaire scalloped setting's design is still focused around the center stone, while mounting additional accent stones into its scalloped metal bands. Since the scalloped setting incorporates aquatic themes, a popular choice amongst young couples is to encrust the scalloped bands with fancy colored blue diamonds or vivid blue sapphires.

Diamond solitaire scalloped settings are highly unique and unusual. Subsequently, the scalloped setting design is not that easy to come by. Most jewelers do not carry this unique engagement ring setting design. As such, this particular setting's main drawback lies in its accessibility, or lack thereof. If you are planning on purchasing a diamond solitaire scalloped sett engagement ring, you should be prepared to pay a pretty penny, since you may have to have this unique engagement ring custom made. Custom made engagement rings need to be meticulously planned and executed by an experienced jeweler or jewelry designer, and generally call for an increasing amount of craftsmanship. As such, custom made engagement rings can get rather pricy to produce. If a custom made, diamond solitaire scalloped set engagement ring is not in your budget, yet you're still interested in this particular setting design, then I suggest you have a look at local estate sales or auctions. Since diamond solitaire scalloped sett engagement rings were considered all the rage in Victorian and Edwardian times, you may find antique engagement rings which have been made with the scalloped patterns. Estate sales and auction houses may therefore carry these unique vintage items. Also, you may want to look for diamond solitaire scalloped set engagement rings at your local pawn shop. Pawn shops are known to carry a wide selection of estate sold jewelry pieces, and they may have the engagement ring you are looking for.

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