Double claw prongs for double security #jewelryrepair

Violet was on vacation in Venice when she spotted this vintage style Asscher cut diamond ring with a sapphire baguette halo. Not long after bringing it home one of the prong snapped off. She’s lucky the diamond didn’t fall out. Instead of rebuilding the one prong, I decided to cut off all of the prongs and replace them with double claws. These are stronger as they double the surface contact of the metal holding the diamond, but they’re still delicate enough to complement the clean geometric lines of the design. I also added a milgrain detail along the inner edge of the halo. Violet’s ring now has the look and strength it deserves.