CedarRapids
Shiny_Rock
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- Aug 16, 2011
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I'm looking into a custom e-ring setting with a hidden green gemstone (approximately 2.0-2.1mm) to represent irish heritage.
Emerald was an obvious choice until I learned of it's less than optimal durability.
There's tsavorite garnet, green sapphire, and moldavite. There's also treated diamond that is green in color. Am I missing any?
From what I've learned, none of these options emerge as better when it comes to long-lasting durability. Am I correct? What is your understanding. The gemstone will be hidden and may rub against the finger if it's set flush with the metal of the ring/shank. It will not experience bumps and bruises as will the center stone.
Questions:
1. Are there any other green gemstone options that I do not list?
2. Which ones will not represent Irish heritage well?
3. Which will be easier to work with for the platinumsmith?
4. Which will be the most and least durable considering the hidden placement?
Thanks in advance for your thoughts.
Emerald was an obvious choice until I learned of it's less than optimal durability.
There's tsavorite garnet, green sapphire, and moldavite. There's also treated diamond that is green in color. Am I missing any?
From what I've learned, none of these options emerge as better when it comes to long-lasting durability. Am I correct? What is your understanding. The gemstone will be hidden and may rub against the finger if it's set flush with the metal of the ring/shank. It will not experience bumps and bruises as will the center stone.
Questions:
1. Are there any other green gemstone options that I do not list?
2. Which ones will not represent Irish heritage well?
3. Which will be easier to work with for the platinumsmith?
4. Which will be the most and least durable considering the hidden placement?
Thanks in advance for your thoughts.