Does an antique setting need an OEC?

[nala]

For my Christmas gift, I chose this:
It is a platinum setting and I am soooo in love with it. I had always wanted a ring like this, but they are always out of my price range, as it is for a right hand ring and I have plenty of those, so I can't justify spending a small fortune on a ring that I will only wear occasionally. Anyhow, this ring was a steal BUT, as you can tell, the center stone is NOT an OEC. It is a .50 I1 I color mrb.
I have a few options. I actually have a .60 OEC that I wear as a pendant, but it is very yellow,so I set it in a yellow gold pendant. I love that pendant and I love my new ring as it is, but I can't help but wonder if I should swap these two stones out.
My concern is that the ring would end up looking different with a yellow diamond, even if the stone would make the ring more original. I suppose that I could always wait until the right OEC comes along, as this mrb blends in well.
I am open to opinions.

ETA: more pictures

 

[enbcfsobe]

I know this is in RT, but if you're not in love with the MRB, have you considered a colored stone? I think it would look pretty sweet to have a nice blue sapphire in the center of a floral antiquey setting. And probably still pretty true to the period I think?
If I had to pick from your options I wouldn't unset your pendant for this purpose. I would live with it for a while. If an OEC comes along that seems perfect, and you're still not loving the mrb, then go for it. I think sometimes these things need time to marinate. Good luck!

 

[tyty333]

If you love the ring as it is then leave it for now. If you have different feelings 6 months down the road then consider changing it.
I think it's a gorgeous setting and looks great the way it is! What a great find!

 

[msop04]

I think it looks fine... the only reason to change it out is if you don't like it for some reason.

 

[pyramid]

It looks great as it is.

 

[SB621]

I personally prefer antique settings to have antique diamonds but it wouldn't be a deal breaker for me. I like the setting as is so I would leave the diamond in there.

Love this for a RHR!

 

[Travelgal]

Can I do two votes? I think it looks great as is. If you do want an oec, then I would definitely wait for a "white" one. Great find! Love your ring.

 

[Travelgal]

One more thing- I am not sure how you feel about it- but have you considered this ring as an alternative to your engagement ring when you run errands, travel, or go out and about? I have a couple of rings that I rotate for my engagement ring when I have quick outings. I get more use out of them and it makes me love my engagement ring even more. (Only suggesting this because you said you have a lot of RHR and the new ring is so cool).

 

[SparklySoprano]

I agree with just about everyone who has posted so far. Keep it as is for now. It's really pretty!

 

[nala]

I know this is in RT, but if you're not in love with the MRB, have you considered a colored stone? I think it would look pretty sweet to have a nice blue sapphire in the center of a floral antiquey setting. And probably still pretty true to the period I think?
If I had to pick from your options I wouldn't unset your pendant for this purpose. I would live with it for a while. If an OEC comes along that seems perfect, and you're still not loving the mrb, then go for it. I think sometimes these things need time to marinate. Good luck!

Thanks. I was actually considering a stone, but I've always envisioned this setting with a diamond!

 

[nala]

One more thing- I am not sure how you feel about it- but have you considered this ring as an alternative to your engagement ring when you run errands, travel, or go out and about? I have a couple of rings that I rotate for my engagement ring when I have quick outings. I get more use out of them and it makes me love my engagement ring even more. (Only suggesting this because you said you have a lot of RHR and the new ring is so cool).

I haven't considered it as an alternate because my hubby really dislikes the idea. That said, I think I will give this one a lot more rotations than the rest!

And to the other posters and voters, thanks for your comments and participating! Since I can't play with my ring til Christmas, I can't do anything to it yet, but I definitely won't swap this diamond for the yellow oec...if anything, I will probably just be on the hunt for the perfect one and if it comes along sooner than later, all the better!