Working with beautiful stones is a challenge because getting the balance right between the setting and the gem isn’t an exact science. One of the best ways to bring out the stone’s beauty is to use a tension setting, because it puts all the pressure on the setting rather than the band, which allows the stone to be front and centre right on the top of the piece. That’s a particular strength with this gem, because Green Tourmaline is a striking stone that it pays to get the best out of. It’s mounted on a Sterling Silver band, which had 9 carat gold shoulder detailing which helps bring out the beauty of the gem even more.