Setting for an emerald cut

[EricaR]

Ok, this is all very theoretical because nothing is final and I don''t want to jinx myself.

If you were looking for a ring setting for a 5mmx7mm emerald cut stone, what would you go for? The stone itself isn''t huge, and I don''t want it to be totally overpowered by the setting.

Suggestions?

 

[cellentani]

Hmmm, it all depends on what you like - do you prefer plain bands, halos, diamonds on the shank, etc. My personal taste (which should not influence your decision) leans towards having a halo, but not a huge one. Have you seen laurenthepartier''s emerald cut stone (it''s yellow, but I can''t remember what it is) in an LOGR setting? Also, for me it would depend on the color and saturation of the stone.

 

[cellentani]

I think she used this setting:

 

[SparkleSparkle]

This one is gorgeous too! It''s sitting on my dresser lonely waiting for a stone (I ordered one to put in it but after looking at it I think it''s too much like another ring I already have). I upgraded the gold and diamonds and had them size it for me. The diamonds are tiny but they do sparkle!

 

[D&T]

how bout this? http://www.winkjones.com/store/rings.php

 

[Porridge]

I love that second pic, I think a delicate halo would be fab. Something along the lines of EmeraldLover1''s amazing setting. That halo...drooool.

 

[cellentani]

If you like east/west settings, there''s this one:

 

[D&T]

or how bout this, but its a bit large maybe?
LINK

East West setting

 

[NeverEndingUpgrade]

You didn''t mention price range, so I''ll submit my favorite setting for an emerald cut. Just a little Tacori, Style 2579.

 

[LaurenThePartier]

I have this one waiting for my 5x7 sapphire, and I really love it! Super delicate and very sparkly.

http://cgi.ebay.com/EMERALD-5-7-SOLID-14k-W-GOLD-VS-DIAMOND-SEMI-MOUNT-RING_W0QQitemZ270419906737QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Wedding_Bands_with_Diamonds_Gemstones?hash=item3ef64850b1&_trksid=p3911.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A12%7C66%3A2%7C39%3A1%7C72%3A1326%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=280351789681

 

[LaurenThePartier]

But, quite honestly, my dream setting for any EC stone is a 3 stone with step cut traps. I have a Madiera Citrine with 2 EC side diamonds, and it''s one of my favourite rings!

 

[EricaR]

Price range is really small. Under $400. I like things that are really delicate, and worry that the halo on the first LOGR would be too overpowering.

The stone is a spinel, purple. I''ll head off to study the rest of the photos you''ve posted.

 

[Lady_Disdain]

This is my favourite (and well in budget as well): delicate baguette sides. It can be adapted for an emerald cut for around $40 (yes, I''ve asked").

 

[Gypsy]

http://www.uniquesettings.com/product/view/1546

http://www.adwar.com/products/styles/21666L/view

http://www.adwar.com/products/styles/17085L/view

http://www.adwar.com/products/styles/17623L/images/style_top

http://www.stuller.com/products/product.aspx?gid=85569

 

[Gypsy]

You could have this one made for a 5 x 7 ... we could be double halo cocktail ring twins.

Offer 100 under the asking price, then ask them to make it for 5 x 7.

http://cgi.ebay.com/VS-G-0-67CT-SOLID-14K-DIAMOND-SEMI-MOUNT-SETTING-RING_W0QQitemZ250457909952QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Fine_Rings?hash=item3a50746ac0&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A12%7C66%3A4%7C39%3A1%7C72%3A1205%7C293%3A2%7C294%3A200

 

[Gypsy]

http://cgi.ebay.com/0-72CT-SOLID-18K-W-GOLD-DIAMOND-SEMI-MOUNT-SETTING-RING_W0QQitemZ260442316982QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ca39260b6&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A12%7C66%3A4%7C39%3A1%7C72%3A1205%7C293%3A6%7C294%3A200 Bling, bling?

Best offer of 375 and it would be rather arresting. All step cuts.

 

[Gypsy]

http://cgi.ebay.com/1-24CT-SOLID-14K-VS-F-DIAMOND-SETTING-SEMI-RING-MOUNT_W0QQitemZ180378151646QQcmdZViewItemQQptZWedding_Sets?hash=item29ff602ade&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A12%7C66%3A4%7C39%3A1%7C72%3A1205%7C293%3A7%7C294%3A200 And if you feel a lack of bling in your life. There''s this one. LOL. You can offer 400.

 

[chrono]

5x7 isn’t huge for a coloured gemstone so if going with the halo route, I’d just be more cautious about choosing a daintier halo setting. The first one looks rather clunky. I prefer the EW and bezel setting. What colour is the stone? Most darker toned stones don’t look good bezeled, haloed or set in a very contrasting white metal colour.

 

[ma re]

Since you say it''s a purple spinel I''m guessing it''s somewhat light in tone (as most are). In such a case (and considering it''s an EC) I''d probably skip the halo idea and go with some tapered baguette sides for instance. Or even go with a nice solitaire setting, as brilliant cuts in a halo can be very white, therefore very contrasting and distracting. Sometimes they work, sometimes not. Have fun choosing