Shared Prong

shared prong | ˈsherd prȯŋ

noun

A prong setting in which each prong is responsible for holding two gemstones--one on either side

A shared prong is a type of setting in which each of the prongs is responsible for holding two gemstones - one on either side of the prong. These types of prongs are used when it’s important to ensure greater stability than what a split prong can offer. They are often far less intricate than split prongs as well, meaning they are a more cost-effective solution for the ring. The most common situations in which shared prong settings are used is for diamonds that are larger than pave or channel settings traditional support. They will therefore need a more significant amount of metal to hold them in place.

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