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Choose a setting. Your setting will establish the overall feeling of the ring. You could choose a vintage setting, which may need some restoration work. Or you could purchase a new setting in either a contemporary or vintage style. For vintage settings, check out diamondbistro.com or jewelsbyericagrace.com. For new settings, try stuller.com or adwar.com.
Choose the stones. It is especially important to look at the size and color of each stone. Since they will be set together, their symmetry and color value need to be relatively consistent. Some three-stone rings have a larger center stone, while others use three stones of the same size. You may have stones from another piece of jewelry you are resetting, or you can purchase new or vintage stones. Go to local gem shows if you like to see the stones in person. Online, you can find loose stones on ebay.com, moissaniteco.com, bluenile.com or jewelrytelevision.com.
Decide on the placement of your stones. One way to visualize how your finished ring will look is to use photo editing software. There are a variety of programs that will work and allow you to swap out different stones in your setting. This is a great way to determine the color and placement of the stones before you set them.
Find a jeweler. For the assembly of the ring, you can use a local or national jeweler. The jeweler you choose may depend on the metal and stones you are using. Some jewelers (like Leon Mege) specialize in platinum, while others (like Moissanite Co) may specialize in a certain type of stone.