Invisible setting is delicate technique used to set gemstones into jewelry without covering any of the stones with metal, such as prongs or beads. This painstaking method of gem setting involves cutting grooves into the gemstone below the visible portion where metal can be worked into the groove to secure the stone.
The art of invisible setting was developed originally by Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels early in the twentieth century. By World War II this art was lost and only by the 1980s did Invisible, or "Mystery" setting again regain its importance among fine jewelry manufacturers. James Breski was in the Vanguard of those designers contributing to the Renaissance of Invisible setting.
Now, James Breski is able to offer dozens of classic and original designs using this delicate technique. Breski's invisibly set jewels are made properly with no space between stones and each gem is securely set to last a lifetime.
To view more of the Invisible Collection please visit the Gallery.