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Raemoore3

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If it's not possible to fit the 24 diamonds in the halo, I've asked if they can put those four in the band, two on each side of the halo. Hopefully that won't look bad, but I'd hate to pay for 24 and only get 20.
 

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Raemoore3|1446570230|3945148 said:
If it's not possible to fit the 24 diamonds in the halo, I've asked if they can put those four in the band, two on each side of the halo. Hopefully that won't look bad, but I'd hate to pay for 24 and only get 20.
I wouldn't put them anywhere. Your diamond is small, I'm sure the lhigher amount of diamonds is for larger diamonds that have more diameter.

It'll be fine, I definitely wouldn't mess with the design to get .04 points in

It's just like how a ring costs the same if your ring size is 4 or size 8 for a .5 ct or 1.5 ct. One takes more metal, possibly more diamonds, but they don't adjust the price for everything.
 

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Raemoore3|1446570230|3945148 said:
If it's not possible to fit the 24 diamonds in the halo, I've asked if they can put those four in the band, two on each side of the halo. Hopefully that won't look bad, but I'd hate to pay for 24 and only get 20.

You aren't paying for 24...the ct weight of halo settings is 100% dependent on the size of the center stone. That number is an average and assumes a 1ct stone, generally, but they also have to use a number of diamonds that fits evenly around the halo - so yours could be larger or smaller than the assumption from the CAD. The price represents an average - though James Allen does upcharge you for stones over 7mm - and .04 of diamonds is not a lot of money. You'll pay more than the cost of the melee for the custom fee charge to add diamonds to the band for no real reason.
 

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Thanks for responding :) I talked with the custom order person and they explained it all. The regular customer service person didn't know to tell me that it was an estimated number of diamonds and that it's actually based on the size of the center stone but would be a minimum of .12 ctw. No delay on my ring, but I am getting the claw prongs for no charge so I'm happy.

I need to quit analyzing and just wait on my ring, lol!

Btw, Niel, the first customer service girl told me my diamond is gorgeous and nice job on picking it out, lol, which I already knew, but was nice to hear! I told her my PriceScope friends helped me out.
 

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Raemoore3|1446576374|3945198 said:
Thanks for responding :) I talked with the custom order person and they explained it all. The regular customer service person didn't know to tell me that it was an estimated number of diamonds and that it's actually based on the size of the center stone but would be a minimum of .12 ctw. No delay on my ring, but I am getting the claw prongs for no charge so I'm happy.

I need to quit analyzing and just wait on my ring, lol!

Btw, Niel, the first customer service girl told me my diamond is gorgeous and nice job on picking it out, lol, which I already knew, but was nice to hear! I told her my PriceScope friends helped me out.

Yes you do :tongue:

It's going to be lovely,and you're in the home stretch!
 

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wow- I just read through this whole thread and am so excited for the OP. Niel- you did a phenomenal job finding a lovely diamond and the setting is just perfect for it. And all under budget!! Can't wait to see the finished ring :appl:
 

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pinkjewel|1446894595|3946561 said:
wow- I just read through this whole thread and am so excited for the OP. Niel- you did a phenomenal job finding a lovely diamond and the setting is just perfect for it. And all under budget!! Can't wait to see the finished ring :appl:
exactly!
it 's really is going to be lovely
and a wedding band for $81.00 Jimmy Crickets!!!
 

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Is she getting the wedding band too? Can't wait for hand pics! :cheeky:
 

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I hope your ring ships today! We are all waiting to see the results!
 

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Luce said:
I hope your ring ships today! We are all waiting to see the results!

+1
 

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FancyIntense|1446981187|3946954 said:
Is she getting the wedding band too? Can't wait for hand pics! :cheeky:

I got the band too!
 

Niel

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It's perfection!

Compared to where you started? Such a classic and great choice

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Niel|1447243107|3948137 said:
It's perfection!

It's gorgeous, Niel! Can't tell you how grateful I am for your help :)
 

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Raemoore3|1447243309|3948138 said:
Niel|1447243107|3948137 said:
It's perfection!

It's gorgeous, Niel! Can't tell you how grateful I am for your help :)

I'm just happy to help another budget shopper ::)

I just expect to be paid in lots of pics!
 

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Niel|1447243432|3948139 said:
Raemoore3|1447243309|3948138 said:
Niel|1447243107|3948137 said:
It's perfection!

It's gorgeous, Niel! Can't tell you how grateful I am for your help :)

I'm just happy to help another budget shopper ::)

I just expect to be paid in lots of pics!

Lol! You will be!
 

Raemoore3

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And that's on my big fingers, size 8 1/2! More pics will follow. This is all I could get on my way to work this morning :)
 

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Yaaaaaayyyy!!! :appl: It's so beautiful! I know you must be so thrilled! And I loved watching your search unfold, with such great help. Congratulations and best wishes!
 

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Raemoore3|1447258905|3948209 said:
And that's on my big fingers, size 8 1/2! More pics will follow. This is all I could get on my way to work this morning :)
I would never have guessed your finger size was above 8! It's perfect and I love the casual classic wedding band with it.

How do you feel?
 

Raemoore3

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I'm in love with it. Having to get used to seeing it in 3D though, lol!

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Look at the fire :) I'm very happy with it!
 

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It's absolutely stunning!! Great ending to a fun search!!! Congrats and wear it in good health!! :appl: :love:
 

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acano117|1447260499|3948226 said:
It's absolutely stunning!! Great ending to a fun search!!! Congrats and wear it in good health!! :appl: :love:

Thank you! I will :)
 

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Raemoore3|1447259805|3948217 said:
I'm in love with it. Having to get used to seeing it in 3D though, lol!

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Look at the fire :) I'm very happy with it!

If its sunny, try taking it outside under a tree (if you have any trees that still have leaves)
You'll definitely get some fire from those!
 

Raemoore3

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Niel|1447260892|3948234 said:
Raemoore3|1447259805|3948217 said:
I'm in love with it. Having to get used to seeing it in 3D though, lol!

image_156.jpg

image_157.jpg

image_158.jpg

image_159.jpg

Look at the fire :) I'm very happy with it!

If its sunny, try taking it outside under a tree (if you have any trees that still have leaves)
You'll definitely get some fire from those!

Good tip! Will do that this afternoon. These were taken in my office with my iPhone and flash on.
 

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So wonderful!! I'm thrilled for you. Enjoy!
 

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Fantastic job, Niel!

Congats on the gorgeous ring. Lots of sparkle and good finger coverage.
 

Raemoore3

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I just can't stop taking pictures, lol!
 

Raemoore3

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And by the way, I LOVE the contrast of the plain bands with the diamond.
 

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What a lovely ring, I think that it is 'jewel of the week ' caliber! It looks perfect on you.
 
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