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Bezel rings

Reviewed by the AltGems editorial team · Updated June 2026

A bezel setting is a metal rim fully or partly around the stone, the most protective setting. Here is who it suits and the stones that look best in it.

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Best gemstones for a bezel ring

7.2

Lab-Grown Diamond

Colorless · Mohs 108.4

Diamond

Colorless · Mohs 107.8

Black Diamond

Black · Mohs 107.4

Moissanite

Colorless · Mohs 9.257.8

Sapphire

Blue · Mohs 97.8

Ruby

Red · Mohs 98.0

Padparadscha Sapphire

Orange · Mohs 97.8

White Sapphire

Colorless · Mohs 98.0

Alexandrite

Green · Mohs 8.57.8

Chrysoberyl

Yellow · Mohs 8.57.6

Cubic Zirconia

Colorless · Mohs 8.256.8

Topaz

Blue · Mohs 8

Frequently asked questions

What is a bezel ring?
A bezel setting is a metal rim fully or partly around the stone, the most protective setting.
Is a bezel setting a good choice?
It is, for the right priorities. A metal rim fully or partly around the stone, the most protective setting. It also adds protection, which helps with softer stones.
Which gemstones suit a bezel ring?
Durable, faceted stones work best. Popular choices include Lab-Grown Diamond, Diamond, Black Diamond, Moissanite.