What Is a Jewelry CAD and What Should You Review?
A jewelry CAD is a computer-generated model used to define a ring’s structure and dimensions before production.
From the collection
1.25ct Round Moissanite Five-Stone BandView this pieceIn this guide
What CAD can show
- Stone position and orientation
- Prong, bezel, basket, gallery, and bridge construction
- Band width and thickness
- Overall height and side profile
- Wedding-band clearance
What CAD may not show realistically
Metal often appears thicker, sharper, and less polished than the finished ring. Rendered gemstones and reflections are also approximations.
What to verify before approval
Check exact stone dimensions, prong count, corner protection, setting height, shank measurements, metal, ring size, side-stone layout, and any flush-fit requirements.
Approval should be based on the written specifications and construction, not only on whether the rendering looks attractive.