A type of setting with the idea of making the stone appear larger than it really is.
Any setting that is not as it appears. This is often done by combining several small diamonds with rhodium to give the impression of a higher carat weight.
This setting is more intricate than others in that it surrounds the stone to make it appear larger.
Any setting that is not as it appears. Most often, illusion settings combine one or more small diamonds with rhodium to enhance the diamonds, or to give the impression of a higher carat weight.
A prong setting with a wide rim of white gold surrounding the gemstone, either highly polished to act as a mirror or cut up to look like gemstone facets. This setting appears as a continuation of the stone. The purpose is to create the illusion that the stone is larger than its actual size.