Most people focus on the gems or metal used in necklaces, but what about certain settings? The Bezel setting is unique and brings out the look you want with diamonds.

Diamonds are one of the world's most popular gemstones. With the diamond symbolizing many things in Western culture – such as love, fidelity and eternity, it's no wonder that many men choose to buy their women diamond jewelry for special occasions. Throughout the years, different styles of diamonds have been popular, from ornate settings including filigree to simple four pronged settings that let the diamond speak for itself. One of the most popular settings today is the bezel setting.

A bezel setting does not use prongs to hold in the diamond. Instead, as is the case in bezel diamond necklaces, the diamond is held into the piece of jewelry by tension created when the stone is popped into the setting. The bezel setting is sized exactly for the carat weight of a particular diamond – there is no way to “squeeze” a one carat diamond into a setting meant for a diamond that is only one half carat. A hole is usually left at the bottom of the bezel, in order to allow light to fully pass through the diamond and showcase its fire.

Any bezel setting is ideal for those who have a fear of snagging their diamond on cloth or other materials. Bezel settings do not have the diamond sticking up in any way, it is set flush with the metal that is holding it. There are no prongs or other pieces above the stone that may get caught on sweaters and other fabric. This setting is also ideal for those who are afraid of losing their diamond – the bezel is generally thought of as more secure than a prong set diamond.

These jewelry pieces are found in many different price ranges and styles, with the bezel setting being popular with all ages and classes. Bezel diamond necklaces can be found with stones that are as little as .10 carat in weight, or as much as tens of carats. Many of the necklaces have just one stone, showcasing the brilliance of that one diamond as a singular pendant. Others have a few bezel set stones spaced around the necklace chain for added sparkle and effect.

The size of your diamond may not matter as much as the reason it was given to you, and these necklaces are often given as tokens of love or important gifts. These beautiful, contemporary necklaces are great for the woman in your life, or as a gift to yourself.