# Bezel setting

> The bezel setting surrounds the stone with a thin burnished metal rim; the most secure, ideal for cabochons and daily wear.

- Source: https://www.711grados.com/en/bezel-setting/
- Language: en
- Note: This entry was drafted with the help of AI and is pending review by the author.
- Published: 2026-08-16
- Updated: 2026-08-16
- Translation (es): https://www.711grados.com/es/engaste-de-bisel/
- Author: Sandra Sánchez
- Site: 711 Grados (https://www.711grados.com/)

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In the bezel setting, a thin strip of metal surrounds the edge of the stone and is burnished inward to hold it. It is very secure and protects the stone's edges.

![Steps of the technique: Measure, Make the strip, Solder, Seat, Push, Burnish and polish](https://www.711grados.com/media/diagrams/bisel-steps.en.svg "Summary of the steps")

## How it is done

1. The outline of the stone is measured and a strip of metal (the bezel) cut.
2. It is closed, fitted and soldered to a base.
3. The stone is placed and the rim is pushed and burnished over it.

## Variants

Full bezel (surrounds the entire stone) and partial or half bezel (leaves some areas free).

## Ideal for

Cabochons, soft or fragile stones and everyday jewelry. A bezel hides part of the stone and lets in less light.

## Care

It is very durable. Check that the rim is still tight against the stone.

## Step by step

1. **Measure.** Measure the outline of the stone.
2. **Make the strip.** Cut a thin metal strip and bend it.
3. **Solder.** Close the band and solder it.
4. **Seat.** Fit it to the stone and solder to the base.
5. **Push.** Close the edge over the stone.
6. **Burnish and polish.** With a burnisher, without forcing.

## Tools and materials

- Bezel strip (silver or gold)
- [Torch](https://www.711grados.com/en/jewelers-torches/) and solder
- Pusher and burnisher ([burnishing](https://www.711grados.com/en/burnishing-metal/))
- Mandrel ([mandrel](https://www.711grados.com/en/mandrels-and-ring-sizers/))

## Common mistakes

- Bezel too high: it hides the stone.
- Strip too thick: it will not close.
- Heating with the stone in place.
- Marking the stone when burnishing.

## See also

- [Stone settings: types and how to choose](https://www.711grados.com/en/stone-settings-types/)
- [Flush (gypsy) setting](https://www.711grados.com/en/flush-setting/)
- [Prong setting](https://www.711grados.com/en/prong-setting/)