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Custom Tulip Engagement Ring Setting

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comparing a tulip in bloom to a tulip ring setting
Inspired by natures beauty.

Recently I had the opportunity to make a custom tulip engagement ring setting with a Montana sapphire.

The reason for the term “tulip” ring setting has to do with the way the prongs are shaped and designed.

6 Prong Tulip Head

raw platinum casting
The raw platinum casting of a tulip ring setting.

Tulip ring settings can be made a number of different ways. This particular ring was designed with rounded tops and six prongs.

Some tulip ring settings are made with 4 points of contact (basically similar to a 4-prong ring setting) and other tulip designs are not rounded at the top, rather come up to form a “claw” or point.

tulip ring setting with platinum
Beautiful Montana sapphire secured by a tulip head setting.

Tulip engagement ring settings can be custom made to fit many different stone types and sizes.

We accept custom orders! If you wish to explore working together, please fill out our customization form.


4 Prong vs 6 Prong Tulip Setting

4 prong vs 6 prong tulip ring setting
Which option is best?

In our experience crafting custom tulip engagement rings, we have found that a 4 prong tulip is good for emerald, cushion, and princess cut stones.

computer rendering of a ring
CAD rendering of a 4 prong tulip style ring setting.

When designing jewelry, we keep the end in mind. One aspect that we focus a lot on is symmetry. A princess cut or emerald cut will have 4 corners or points, thus a 4 prong tulip head will compliment it nicely.

raw platinum casting with montana sapphire

When it comes to round or oval stones, both 4 and 6 prong tulip heads can work, although 6 prong is generally considered the safer option.


Choosing A Stone For A Tulip Ring Setting

montana sapphire ring

There are many great options for stones. With this particular custom ring project, our client supplied their own sapphire sourced from Montana.

We are able to use our clients stones to craft beautiful engagement rings. Read more about using your own stone for a jewelry project.

If you don’t have your own stone to bring to the table, a goldsmith can help. We specialize in creating sustainable custom jewelry using lab grown diamonds, moissanite, and more. Contact us to learn more.

Floral Inspired

tulip head structure
an engagement ring with a tulip head

In conclusion, if you are looking for the perfect ring setting that gives off a floral vibe, a tulip ring setting is a stunning option.

Because of the openness of the head design, a lot of the stone is visible when looking through the ring.

Now that is an added bonus!


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