Is a 1/4 ct round diamond too small for diamond pendant?

[js_diamond]

I''d really like a diamond pendant either in a bezel setting or plain but we can''t afford to spend more than $700. For that price, you can''t get much more than 1/4 ct size. Does this look really small? TIA.

 

[K9]

I think a .25 in a bezel would look very nice. It also depends on the bezel... if you want substance, you might want to find a heavier bezel. I''m having a .24ct stone set into a bezel that is pretty much exactly like Skippy123''s.

You can see her bezel (and DeeJays) here: https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/calling-piccoloscimmia-and-other-bezel-pendant-owners.62316/page-2

 

[laineybugger]

I don''t think so! I have a 1/3ct princess cut in a pendant I had made by Blue Nile a few years ago.

I am currently working on a project for a custom mounting to have it set into a ring, I just think I would get more use out of it in a ring than a pendant.

But it was a nice size pendant and about $700 at the time for a beautiful 1/3ct pendant and chain set in 18K White Gold.

If you want it to look bigger a nice heavy bezel would probably work nicely!

 

[laineybugger]

Here is an example of a 1/3ct bezel for $525. You can also choose your stone and create your own which is what I did and was very happy with the results.

Blue Nile Diamond Pendant 1/3 ct

 

[js_diamond]

Thanks for the opinions. What do you think of this whiteflash one: http://www.whiteflash.com/golden-wardrobe/Gold_Details.aspx?ItemCode=WF-4119&CategID=7

or this one from james allen: http://www.jamesallen.com/products/item_83-336.asp

 

[K9]

If you can bust the budget a little bit - you could get a .40 from whiteflash in white gold for $890.

I only mention it because the one you link from JA is $850.

 

[js_diamond]

Yeah, I mean what''s another $190? haha. I think that''s the best deal.

 

[laineybugger]

Another thought.. being a pendant how concerned are you with color and clarity? If I were you I would go for a great cut and go down a little in color/clarity to get a bigger stone. It''s not an engagement ring that people will be expecting up close.

I went a little overboard with mine. I chose a stone that was D in color with a lovely blue fluorescence and VS2.
This is not really noticed or appreciated being in a pendant which is why I am having it set into a ring where I can appreciate it more, wear it everyday and admire it catching the light

Just my 2 cents

 

[js_diamond]

I have no problem going to SI2 in terms of clarity. I would like to keep the color at around a G or higher. I am looking at creating it from Blue Nile and pushing the budget a little more.

 

[RxTechRN2b]

I think a 1/4 round in a delicate white metal bezel fixed on a dainty chain by two tiny "mouse ear" loops, and measured to nestle in the hollow of your neck would be divine.

 

[Skippy123]

I can say that a bezel makes a diamond look bigger. I have a stone that is .40 carat and my bezel pendant that is .33 and they look about the same, maybe even my bezel looks a tiny bit bigger so it does give it a bigger illusion. JS-Diamond, exciting project!!!!

K9muttlover, you have great taste!

 

[Catmom]

Hi, here''s a pic of my .25ct pendant to give some perspective.

 

[Skippy123]

Date: 7/27/2008 2:24:50 PM
Author: Catmom
Hi, here''s a pic of my .25ct pendant to give some perspective.

Wow, what a beautiful Pendant Michelle!

 

[hairgirl95]

I have a .34 G SI1 in a wg bezel setting. It is really a perfect size. It doesn''t twist around a lot and really hangs in the hollow of my neck perfectly. I love it!!

 

[2Artists]

I think that small pendants and earring studs can be quite fetching actually. Small pendants that are set almost invisibly and hit your neck in that perfect place (as RxTechRN2b mentioned)look lovely. It is a nice look to see a tiny pinpoint of sparkle and light emanate from there like a little star on your neck.

I like to think of small carat weight earrings and pendants and rings and so on as jewelry lingerie meaning that they are small in size but big in impact. Also they give a sleek bare and minimalist look. Just lovely.



Mrs.2Artists

 

[NeverEndingUpgrade]

Personally, I like smaller sizes in pendants. They are so wearable every day. And the bezel settings do make the diamonds look bigger. That .40 in white gold from Whiteflash looks like a great deal.

 

[strmrdr]

Personally with a $700 budget I would go with a colored stone instead of diamond.
Something from Richard Homer maybe.

Whats your favorite color?

 

[luvmyhalo]

I don''t think 1/4 is too small at all! Especially if you have it bezel set. I have a pendant that''s close to .3 carats in a martini setting. It''s on a 16" delicate chain so it falls right at the collar bone. It''s very delicate but a classic look that I wear almost every day. I get tons of compliments on it too! I say go for it!!!!!

 

[js_diamond]

Date: 7/27/2008 6:30:31 PM
Author: luvmyhalo
I don't think 1/4 is too small at all! Especially if you have it bezel set. I have a pendant that's close to .3 carats in a martini setting. It's on a 16' delicate chain so it falls right at the collar bone. It's very delicate but a classic look that I wear almost every day. I get tons of compliments on it too! I say go for it!!!!!

Do you have any pics of yours? This is exactly what I want!

And yours is gorgeous, Catwoman! You have some of the best jewelry.

 

[E B]

jsdiamond,

My pendant is .41 ct in a white gold bezel and I paid under $700 for it. I bought the diamond from Blue Nile and called around about setting prices. After speaking with a few PS vendors, I had it set locally and for less than half what I was being quoted elsewhere for the same stock Stuller bezel setting.

Be sure to shop around before you commit- it's possible to go larger. .25ct is a great size, though!

*I should add that I didn't get a crappy diamond, either- I got an AGS Ideal. It's a J, SI1 to keep the cost down, but with medium blue florescence.

 

[luvmyhalo]

Date: 7/27/2008 7:19:07 PM
Author: js_diamond

Date: 7/27/2008 6:30:31 PM
Author: luvmyhalo
I don''t think 1/4 is too small at all! Especially if you have it bezel set. I have a pendant that''s close to .3 carats in a martini setting. It''s on a 16'' delicate chain so it falls right at the collar bone. It''s very delicate but a classic look that I wear almost every day. I get tons of compliments on it too! I say go for it!!!!!

Do you have any pics of yours? This is exactly what I want!

And yours is gorgeous, Catwoman! You have some of the best jewelry.

Here''s a neckshot of mine. It measures about 4mm.

 

[js_diamond]

Date: 7/29/2008 7:31:30 PM
Author: luvmyhalo

Date: 7/27/2008 7:19:07 PM
Author: js_diamond

Date: 7/27/2008 6:30:31 PM
Author: luvmyhalo
I don''t think 1/4 is too small at all! Especially if you have it bezel set. I have a pendant that''s close to .3 carats in a martini setting. It''s on a 16'' delicate chain so it falls right at the collar bone. It''s very delicate but a classic look that I wear almost every day. I get tons of compliments on it too! I say go for it!!!!!

Do you have any pics of yours? This is exactly what I want!

And yours is gorgeous, Catwoman! You have some of the best jewelry.

Here''s a neckshot of mine. It measures about 4mm.

I love it! Now I am debating a martini setting over bezel. Decisions, decisiions. What are the specs? It looks so nice.

 

[K9]

js - I asked in my thread, but thought I''d ask you here too. Have you decided what you''re going to do for your pendant??

 

[marcy]

I think you''d enjoy it and I don''t think it would be too small.

 

[Skippy123]

I think a bezel makes the diamond look bigger. I love my bezel pendant

 

[jstarfireb]

I love my bezel pendant too! I went down to J/SI1 (eye clean) to get a bigger stone (0.5ct). I think 0.25 wouldn''t be too small, but I would consider waiting a few months until you have the budget to get a bigger stone. If you do get a 0.25 in a bezel, ask for a thinner than normal bezel so the diamond doesn''t get lost in all the metal.

 

[Kats]

I agree with 2Artists, I really like the sleek and minimalist look. I have a pendant with a 0.18 diamond and it''s not too small for me, so I don''t think 0.25 is too small at all. As usual, it comes down to what you like though!

 

[Kats]

Oops, mine is actually 0.21.