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Hoover Azure® Anniversary Bands

Thursday, February 26th, 2009 by Hoover & Strong, Inc. Hoover & Strong, Inc.

The Hoover Azure® Anniversary Band is the highest quality ring of its kind.
Made to exacting specifications, these rings will enhance your diamonds and
stones to their ultimate beauty. Our line includes the non-azure anniversary
ring which is a less expensive alternative than our Azure® styles. (more…)

Stud Earrings - Understanding the Options

Tuesday, February 19th, 2008 by Mark B. Mann

Professionally Prepared Stud Earrings

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Using TruSeat® System

Sunday, January 1st, 2006 by Fred Klotz

The beauty of our TruSeat® System is that it includes several setting types and accommodates different diamond shapes for quick and easy setting. The system is engineered to accommodate 90% of all diamond sizes and shapes.

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A Need for Speed-Hoover & Strong TruSeat® Settings

Thursday, September 1st, 2005 by Hoover & Strong, Inc. Hoover & Strong, Inc.

At MJSA’s Expo New York 2005, CAD systems, laser welders, and high-tech casting machines faced tough competition from a deceptively simple new technology: Hoover & Strong’s Tru-Seat settings for princess cut stones. The winner of the show’s Best New Technology Award, the Richmond-based company’s setting attracted attention because of its promise to dramatically speed up the setting of a relatively fragile stone shape, while also reducing setting errors and costs. (more…)

Setting Up For Savings

Monday, May 30th, 2005 by Hoover & Strong, Inc. Hoover & Strong, Inc.

2005 AJM INNOVATION AWARD WINNER: Hoover & Strong’s True Seat® (more…)

Setting Hoover & Strong Anniversary Bands

Tuesday, January 1st, 2002 by Fred Klotz

Channel setting anniversary bands appears complicated. However, carefully following this procedure will simplify the process and yield superior results. We urge you to know the millimeter size of the stones you intend to set before you order your ring. (more…)

Minimize or Eliminate Breakage of Stones in V-Shaped Prongs

Tuesday, August 1st, 2000 by Mark B. Mann

Setting a pear or marquise in a V-shaped prong without breaking the stone can be difficult. Moreover, the points of such stones are susceptible to damage during the course of normal wear. Certified Master Bench Jeweler Stephen Hermanson of Galloway and Moseley, Sumter, S.C., says the key to preventing damage is to avoid contact between the point of the stone and the V-shaped prong. He suggests this trick: (more…)

Making Bezels for Round and Oval Shapes

Saturday, April 1st, 2000 by Mark B. Mann

For Your Staff/Defining Quality

Knowing how to professionally manufacture bezels demonstrates another aspect of quality in your shop. (more…)

Creating a Bezel for a Round Brilliant Diamond

Wednesday, March 1st, 2000 by Jurgen M. Maerz

1. Anneal the platinum stock from which the bezel will be made, at a temperature ranging between 900°C and 1,000°C. The process should take about one minute, with the platinum taking on a bright orange color. (more…)

Channel-Setting Round Stones

Thursday, January 1st, 1998 by Mark B. Mann

Channel Setting Round Stones Knowing how to set melee diamonds demonstrates another aspect of quality in your shop by Mark B. Mann Director of Professional Certification Jewelers of America This installment begins a new format we think you’ll like more illustrations, fewer words! (more…)