Miaroseengland
Rough_Rock
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- Apr 14, 2015
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Hi everyone,
I have been a visitor/fan of the site for over a year now, but this is my first post.
I really need a helping hand from all you knowledgable people on here.
This may be a long one, apologies - I ramble and half the time half no idea what I'm talking about.
Ok, so I originally chose my engagement ring in 2003. I was only 20 and pretty clueless with a limited budget. (£1500)
I only really knew about shape, clarity and colour. I knew I loved Asscher cut and hailing from England there was little to no choice available to me in the shops. So I ended up purchasing a small Asscher diamond and white gold with side baguette through Diamonds Usa. Knowing what I know now, I didn't pick a typically amazing asscher diamond. Mine has a large table and shallow crown - oops. I still love my ickle (5x5mm) diamond though, for sentimental reasons.
So, last year the setting weakened and I lost a baguette. I had always wanted an upgrade on the setting, specifically a vintage style halo. This was my chance.
Well now I've saved my "pennies", I kind of need help deciding between two Beverley K - if anyone would be so kind?! I'm struggling deciding with only photos and videos to guide me.
I have already been in touch with Julian at Pearlmans and he has been wonderful. He has given suggestions which are really helpful but I kind of feel out of my depth as I'm literally going around in circles with my decisions - I need clarity. I'm 5 months pregnant and have baby brain!
The first setting is Beverley K 370
PICTURE
http://m.pearlmansjewelers.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pearlmansjewelers.com%2Fjewelry-designers%2Fbeverley-k-jewelry%2Frings%2F98PP1%2F#2836
VIDEO
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WvXMM4xpZH4
This was the first setting I found. It is the look I love (vintage/delicate/pave/halo with cut corners) however there are a couple of things I don't like/worry would look wrong. I worry with my diamond being small that the top/side halo will look too chunky?
Also I know structurally they need to be there but I don't particularly love the support arms holding up the halo. They look odd to me - I could live with them though. Especially as I would want to wear a wedding band flush to the ring.
Also I would want to change the prongs to double/claw prongs.
Does anyone think this setting is too much for such a little stone?
The second setting I have only recently found is lovely and seems a little more delicate.
Beverley K 9022
PHOTOS
http://shopping.schubachstore.com/Style-102054-Octagonal-Halo-Diamond-Engagement-Ring-With-Hand-Engraved-Sides
VIDEO
https://vimeo.com/43236155
What I don't really love.... The strange channel on the top inner part of the ring. Julian has said it could be done as a smooth engraved shank - sounds great but I'm clueless to what that means?!
The blank rim of metal showing on the bottom outer half of the halo. Julian has said we can request for the halo to be tilted. Which would help but again a subject I have no expertise with or what to ask for.
Also once again I would want the prongs changed.
This setting seems better "value" it comes in approx $1500 less than the first setting (both Platinum prices) which is of course before any alteration charges.
I won't lie saving a little bit of money is appealing especially with between £400-500 import/vat charges on top... But I want to make the right decision now as I can't imagine I will be able to change it again in the near future.
Also I know some people (meaning my family!) may think I'm potty spending upto/over $3000 on a setting for what is effectively a "not so great" diamond, but I really do want to keep the stone. Besides if I wanted to save for a entirely new engagement ring it would take me forever - and my ring finger is feeling extremely naked, lol.
So... These are my options. Any and all advice would be GREATLY appreciated. I have been trying to figure this out for days now and I'm still none the wiser.
Many thanks Melanie
Forgive any delayed responses - time difference will play its part/as will children
I have been a visitor/fan of the site for over a year now, but this is my first post.
I really need a helping hand from all you knowledgable people on here.
This may be a long one, apologies - I ramble and half the time half no idea what I'm talking about.
Ok, so I originally chose my engagement ring in 2003. I was only 20 and pretty clueless with a limited budget. (£1500)
I only really knew about shape, clarity and colour. I knew I loved Asscher cut and hailing from England there was little to no choice available to me in the shops. So I ended up purchasing a small Asscher diamond and white gold with side baguette through Diamonds Usa. Knowing what I know now, I didn't pick a typically amazing asscher diamond. Mine has a large table and shallow crown - oops. I still love my ickle (5x5mm) diamond though, for sentimental reasons.
So, last year the setting weakened and I lost a baguette. I had always wanted an upgrade on the setting, specifically a vintage style halo. This was my chance.
Well now I've saved my "pennies", I kind of need help deciding between two Beverley K - if anyone would be so kind?! I'm struggling deciding with only photos and videos to guide me.
I have already been in touch with Julian at Pearlmans and he has been wonderful. He has given suggestions which are really helpful but I kind of feel out of my depth as I'm literally going around in circles with my decisions - I need clarity. I'm 5 months pregnant and have baby brain!
The first setting is Beverley K 370
PICTURE
http://m.pearlmansjewelers.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pearlmansjewelers.com%2Fjewelry-designers%2Fbeverley-k-jewelry%2Frings%2F98PP1%2F#2836
VIDEO
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WvXMM4xpZH4
This was the first setting I found. It is the look I love (vintage/delicate/pave/halo with cut corners) however there are a couple of things I don't like/worry would look wrong. I worry with my diamond being small that the top/side halo will look too chunky?
Also I know structurally they need to be there but I don't particularly love the support arms holding up the halo. They look odd to me - I could live with them though. Especially as I would want to wear a wedding band flush to the ring.
Also I would want to change the prongs to double/claw prongs.
Does anyone think this setting is too much for such a little stone?
The second setting I have only recently found is lovely and seems a little more delicate.
Beverley K 9022
PHOTOS
http://shopping.schubachstore.com/Style-102054-Octagonal-Halo-Diamond-Engagement-Ring-With-Hand-Engraved-Sides
VIDEO
https://vimeo.com/43236155
What I don't really love.... The strange channel on the top inner part of the ring. Julian has said it could be done as a smooth engraved shank - sounds great but I'm clueless to what that means?!
The blank rim of metal showing on the bottom outer half of the halo. Julian has said we can request for the halo to be tilted. Which would help but again a subject I have no expertise with or what to ask for.
Also once again I would want the prongs changed.
This setting seems better "value" it comes in approx $1500 less than the first setting (both Platinum prices) which is of course before any alteration charges.
I won't lie saving a little bit of money is appealing especially with between £400-500 import/vat charges on top... But I want to make the right decision now as I can't imagine I will be able to change it again in the near future.
Also I know some people (meaning my family!) may think I'm potty spending upto/over $3000 on a setting for what is effectively a "not so great" diamond, but I really do want to keep the stone. Besides if I wanted to save for a entirely new engagement ring it would take me forever - and my ring finger is feeling extremely naked, lol.
So... These are my options. Any and all advice would be GREATLY appreciated. I have been trying to figure this out for days now and I'm still none the wiser.
Many thanks Melanie
Forgive any delayed responses - time difference will play its part/as will children