ITEMS OF JEWELLERY AND A METHOD OF PRODUCING SUCH ITEMS

摘要

A method of producing a jewellery item. The method comprises producing an annular or partially annular substrate (2) formed with a plurality of slots extending from its inner periphery towards its outer periphery. A plurality of insert members (12) are produced each formed with a slot and at least two bordered openings one to each side of the slot. The insert members are located in turn into the slots of the annular or partially annular substrate (2) with the slots of the substrate and the insert members inter-engaging whereby each insert member (12) is positioned generally normal to the annular or partially annular substrate. Gemstones (24) are then located between each pair of neighbouring insert members above with edges of each gem stone or the like located in the openings formed in the insert members.