Backset settings are a quick and easy way to set faceted gemstones when jewellery making. They can be incorporated into necklaces,
A pair of tweezers, pliers or similar.
Follow our step by step instructions with pictures - to show how to set your gemstone in a backset setting...
Select your backset setting and matching sized faceted gemstone. Here we have used an 8x6mm oval slide pendant set with an 8x6mm oval iolite faceted stone.
Here are a few of our jewellery making projects using these easy to use settings, with a handy one-click shopping list.
Shop our full range of jewellery settings especially for faceted stones to make beautiful pieces of jewellery.
Great for jewellery making beginners, we have a high-quality range of ready-made settings including rings, earrings and pendants where you need minimal tools to set your stones. We also have loose and mounts for faceted stones, where you can thread wire, glue or solder onto your designs.
If you have any further questions, feel free to call our friendly team who will be more than happy to give you some advice through Facebook, Twitter, Email or simply calling us on 01872 573888 8.30am-4.30pm.
Alternatively, for more information and how to's on all areas of jewellery making visit our other Gemstone Setting Advice pages.