Stacking diamond tennis bracelets, is it safe??

[Frenchieglitter]

Hi PSers, I'm new here, hopefully I'm posting this in the right place. I'm learning A LOT and really enjoying all the amazing beautiful jewelry! I finally have a question to post. I'm lucky to own two lovely diamond tennis bracelets, one is about 6.5ctw the other is about 8.5ctw. Both are set in a classic 4 prong basket setting. I wanted to wear them stacked together. But when I put them on I immediately got worried, will the diamonds rub together and scratch or chip each other? Especially if worn daily? Same question if you wear a diamond tennis bracelet next to a watch. Could the watch metal chip the diamonds from contact? Maybe I'm being a worrywart? These bracelets are two of my most treasured pieces, I'd hate to damage them. Have any of you experienced diamond damage from stacking? Maybe I should add a spacer bracelet to be on the safe side, but I don't always feel like wearing a lot of bracelets and had intended that the tennis bracelets would be the main show. Thanks for the info in advance!!

 

[MissGotRocks]

Welcome to PS! Always nice to meet a new member!
Depending on the settings, the girdles of the diamonds could rub each other I guess. Do you have a picture of them?
As for the watch and bracelet stack, diamonds will cut into metal vs causing damage. Some people do take the risk though. I wear a watch on one arm and the bracelet on the other. Hopefully others that do stack will chime in with their experiences!

 

[Frenchieglitter]

Thanks for the insight @MissGotRocks! I tried to get a photo close enough to see how they sit with each other. I think the stones don't seem to rub/touch, especially if I turn the clasp inside it adds a bit of a buffer. Sorry there may be shadow on the photos, I was having a hard time getting up close without casting one. Wish it was easier to photograph diamonds! Sparkle and rainbows are so hard to capture.

 

[MissGotRocks]

They look beautiful! I hope they don’t touch and rub each other. Did you ask the jeweler about them when you purchased them?

 

[Frenchieglitter]

Thank you! I enjoy them both so much, it's hard to choose between them. Plus I purchased a 2nd one specifically for stacking! Then I got in my own head and worried about damage. I havent asked a jeweler, so not a bad idea to ask my favorite local jeweler. I could show him and discuss in person.

For now, I just try to be careful, wear one on the other side sometimes (that feels kinda weird tho, idk why lol). But what's the point of bling in a box?? Life is too short! Carpe Bling!! (Saw that on another PS thread, can't take credit, haha) Thanks again for chiming in!

 

[canuk-gal]

HI:

One can damage anything. Even if you are "careful". Bracelets take a lot of beating. But jewellery is for wearing--otherwise why have any?

cheers--Sharon

 

[Dee*Jay]

Could you get a little bead bracelet or a bezel set one to wear in between so they are separated? I mix and stack my bracelets, but only one of the four of them has stone with exposed girdles and I did that on purpose so they wouldn't rub together.

 

[Frenchieglitter]

@Dee*Jay I do think that's the best way to handle it for me. Wearing them together just hasn't been mind clean, I worry over time I'm doing damage that will be heartbreaking, so I do wear something in between sometimes, just had not intended to wear a stack like that when I envisioned having two diamond bracelets. Probably a bezel setting would've been best for bracelet #2... guess that just means I need to get a 3rd with a bezel!! Not in my current budget, but always fun to window shop. If i find something that moves me, well it's for the good of the first 2 girls to make it happen!! Thanks for the advice

 

[Ibrakeforpossums]

I would separate those beauties.

 

[Frenchieglitter]

Agreed, the more I talk it out, clear it's the only safe solution. Glad I came here for reinforcement, it's not all in my head afterall

 

[dk168]

I would worry about the exposed girdles rubbing against each other myself.

I stack my tennis bracelet with other bracelets and/or bangles, however, the stones are bezel set and the others do not have exposed girdles.

DK

 

[Frenchieglitter]

Thanks @dk168 glad to hear others would worry too. I'll definitely separate from now on. I appreciate all the feedback, obviously the only answer is start saving up for #3 in a bezel setting

 

[lulu_ma]

Are the bracelets insured? If so, I would just enjoy them and get the prongs checked periodically.

Stacked tennis bracelets look so chic. I had two prong set bracelets that I stacked all the time.

 

[Frenchieglitter]

Yes I agree @lulu_ma, the look is so chic! I do have them insured, and was wearing them together mostly on special occasions. Stacked diamonds are a dream come true But the round was a gift from my DH (milestone anniversary) and so it feels irreplaceable to me. I wear it the most often. But good news! While I save up for a bezel set bracelet as a spacer, I took @Dee*Jay's advice and ordered a cute little gold bead bracelet to wear as a spacer in the meantime! So I guess I'm in the two week club now it's supposed to be delivered in couple weeks! Then both the ladies will get the wear time they deserve

 

[Dee*Jay]

Yes I agree @lulu_ma, the look is so chic! I do have them insured, and was wearing them together mostly on special occasions. Stacked diamonds are a dream come true But the round was a gift from my DH (milestone anniversary) and so it feels irreplaceable to me. I wear it the most often. But good news! While I save up for a bezel set bracelet as a spacer, I took @Dee*Jay's advice and ordered a cute little gold bead bracelet to wear as a spacer in the meantime! So I guess I'm in the two week club now it's supposed to be delivered in couple weeks! Then both the ladies will get the wear time they deserve

That's awesome -- can't wait to see the family all together!

 

[RMOO]

Yes I agree @lulu_ma, the look is so chic! I do have them insured, and was wearing them together mostly on special occasions. Stacked diamonds are a dream come true But the round was a gift from my DH (milestone anniversary) and so it feels irreplaceable to me. I wear it the most often. But good news! While I save up for a bezel set bracelet as a spacer, I took @Dee*Jay's advice and ordered a cute little gold bead bracelet to wear as a spacer in the meantime! So I guess I'm in the two week club now it's supposed to be delivered in couple weeks! Then both the ladies will get the wear time they deserve

You may find that the bead bracelet spacer does the job so well you may decide against the bezel bracelet altogether (I was going to suggest a smooth bangle.) The spacer will separate the tennis bracelets so that each is actually seen, and not blend together. Please post photos when you get it!

 

[Frenchieglitter]

I was already thinking the same @RMOO! The more I've thought about it, the bead bracelet may be just the right touch to protect the girls from each other but also set them apart from each other so they each can be appreciated. And keep it casual to enjoy every day. I'm really excited to see how it looks when the bead bracelet arrives! Love the anticipation of a new treasure!!
Also, I'm not sure what shape I'd want for a 3rd tennis bracelet . I don't want it to compete with the round bracelet, which is truly special to me. And the oval already scratched that itch for something oval. So, been thinking maybe emerald cut? But, even though emerald cut is so so elegant, I'm usually underwhelmed. I just NEED fire and sparkle ️ However, it would be a good way to compliment, not compete with the other 2, and probably a nice shape to put in a bezel or half bezel. So... I'm letting the idea marinate. Daydreaming and planning the next big purchase can be half the fun!

 

[Musa15]

I was already thinking the same @RMOO! The more I've thought about it, the bead bracelet may be just the right touch to protect the girls from each other but also set them apart from each other so they each can be appreciated. And keep it casual to enjoy every day. I'm really excited to see how it looks when the bead bracelet arrives! Love the anticipation of a new treasure!!
Also, I'm not sure what shape I'd want for a 3rd tennis bracelet . I don't want it to compete with the round bracelet, which is truly special to me. And the oval already scratched that itch for something oval. So, been thinking maybe emerald cut? But, even though emerald cut is so so elegant, I'm usually underwhelmed. I just NEED fire and sparkle ️ However, it would be a good way to compliment, not compete with the other 2, and probably a nice shape to put in a bezel or half bezel. So... I'm letting the idea marinate. Daydreaming and planning the next big purchase can be half the fun!

Did you ever get the spacer bracelet? Would love to see a picture!

 

[tomato]

this issue may be resolved now, but I’ve also thought about wearing a hair tie that’s very close to my skin tone between two bracelets so that it disappears and lets the two bracelets stand out. you could also wear a bracelet that is silk or satin cord in a color that complements your outfit!

 

[Frenchieglitter]

Hi @Musa15 happy to share, I kept meaning to update this, but didn't yet bc I've been testing out different bead sizes and bracelet lengths.

I'm away for the holiday so unfortunately I do not have all the bracelets with me atm. I started with a small bead, same 6in length as my TBs. I wanted my TBs to be the focus and didn't want the stack to be too bulky. For the most part, the small bead spacer worked, but sometimes one of my TBs would slide over top. So, I got a second small bead spacer, and then a larger size bead in a longer length too. The 3 spacers are super cute on their own too.

Bonus effect, I like how the YG seems to make the the white gold brighter, and each of my TBs stand out more on their own, even the sparkle seems more noticeable with the YG border. I also love two tone gold look.

I'll add more pics of the whole stack when I return from this trip. For now here's a preview

 

[Frenchieglitter]

this issue may be resolved now, but I’ve also thought about wearing a hair tie that’s very close to my skin tone between two bracelets so that it disappears and lets the two bracelets stand out. you could also wear a bracelet that is silk or satin cord in a color that complements your outfit!

Hi @tomato

I was aiming for that same effect with small beads, for it to sorta disappear bw the TBs, however I found that the TBs can slide over top, maybe a hair tie would have more friction so that would be less likely But I just ended up adding more spacers, then a larger mm size spacer, that did the trick. It's a bit bigger stack, and not a pure diamond look as I wanted first, but it has other benefits like the two tone gold and a really nice border to let each TB shine on it's own. Overall it was a good solution for now. I may add a bezel TB for a spacer someday. Also, I wear my diamond cuff in bw them occasionally which is a really good spacer too. Lots of fun looks to play with!

 

[Ibrakeforpossums]

Where did you get the gold bead pieces? They look great with your TBs.

 

[Frenchieglitter]

Hi @Ibrakeforpossums
The bead bracelets are from BeaucoupdeBeads on Etsy. I really like them, great prices, the seller was wonderful, fast delivery and arrived in nice packaging. They are gold-filled, I wasnt sure it would work, and would I like it, what's the right sizes etc., so I didn't wanna buy solid gold right away. The bracelets are stretchy/slide on, so very easy to wear and very comfortable. The gold-filled looks great IMO so I plan to wear these long as they last and bump up to solid gold in the future.

So far they have worn well. I don't get them wet or wear to bed, but TBF I remove all my jewelry except my earrings in those cases.

Here's a few pics of just the bead bracelets, under different lighting. There are (2) with 2mm beads, 6inch length. And (1) with 4mm beads, 6.5inch length. We're still away, so I'll update again when I have both my TBs and can provide pics all together.

 

[Ibrakeforpossums]

They're wonderful, thank you! I have a notebook for these things. PSers are such great resources.
Your photos look like you're up north, which could be anywhere but I'm in the upper Midwest.

 

[Frenchieglitter]

They're wonderful, thank you! I have a notebook for these things. PSers are such great resources.
Your photos look like you're up north, which could be anywhere but I'm in the upper Midwest.

Thanks, I am really pleased with them, great testers, super cute, and didn't break the bank. Keeping a notebook is a terrific idea, I should start doing the same! We're actually southeast. It's a bit outdoorsy here, so I didn't travel with much bling

 

[principesse]

Hi @Musa15 happy to share, I kept meaning to update this, but didn't yet bc I've been testing out different bead sizes and bracelet lengths.

I'm away for the holiday so unfortunately I do not have all the bracelets with me atm. I started with a small bead, same 6in length as my TBs. I wanted my TBs to be the focus and didn't want the stack to be too bulky. For the most part, the small bead spacer worked, but sometimes one of my TBs would slide over top. So, I got a second small bead spacer, and then a larger size bead in a longer length too. The 3 spacers are super cute on their own too.

Bonus effect, I like how the YG seems to make the the white gold brighter, and each of my TBs stand out more on their own, even the sparkle seems more noticeable with the YG border. I also love two tone gold look.

I'll add more pics of the whole stack when I return from this trip. For now here's a preview

Wow this looks beautiful. What is the size of each diamond please?

 

[Frenchieglitter]

Wow this looks beautiful. What is the size of each diamond please?

Thanks! As I recall the round diamonds are about 4mm. The oval I'm not as sure, I'll measure them when I return home.

 

[Frenchieglitter]

Thanks! As I recall the round diamonds are about 4mm. The oval I'm not as sure, I'll measure them when I return home.

@principesse
ETA: Turns out I still had my jewelers CAD saved to my phone. The ovals are 4.6x3.4mm.

 

[Frenchieglitter]

Hi all, I promised updated pics when I returned from vacation. We got in last night. Unfortunately, this morning my precious pup, the light of my life and constant companion, had a neurological episode. Never happened before. We spent the day at her vet for an emergency visit. The vet said it's likely vestibular syndrome, but he's not sure what is causing it. It could be manageable or it could be something more serious. Her blood work was all good, so that was a Godsend. For now, we're to monitor her for a few days.

All my good bling gets locked up while we're away and I won't bother with any of that until things are hopefully better. Bling is not a priority atm, but it's nice to pop in here to enjoy other's and help to take my mind off things for a moment.

If you pray, I'd be ever so grateful for prayers. Or just keep her in your thoughts, send good vibes. She is the center of our world.

 

[0515vision]

Sending love to you and your precious pup.