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Setting keep it or else - I need your opinions

P: 5/23/2008 10:19:16 AM

lesco

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Total Posts: 518
Last Post: 9/7/2009
Member Since: 12/18/2007

Hi,

For those who have read about the issues I had with my setting, just to give you an update, the vendor asked FI for one more chance to get it right. FI agreed. Since I am no longer involved in these decisions ( I'm fed up) and I left my FI in charge of dealing with this, I was ok with it.

So, yesterday I picked up the setting and well, again, it was not what I asked for. I have been stressing delicate prongs, minimal amount of metal facing up. I even provided the vendor with a sample ring. However, I am tempted to keep it as I really want to move forward with this. I have a wedding to plan, other things I'll rather put my time on.

The vendor agreed to give me time to decide. I have until Tuesday. If I don't want to keep it, he will give me my money back, no questions asked. This is when I really need your feedback. I find myself unable to make a rational decision. Please, please help me!

What would you do? I have attached some pictures

Posted: 5/23/2008 10:19:16 AM

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P: 5/23/2008 10:24:00 AM
lesco Ideal Rock Total Posts: 518 Last Post: 9/7/2009 Member Since: 12/18/2007	In the prior picture, I know the arrows are misaligned ... I can't find the GIA inscription. Picture #2 Hand shot
Posted: 5/23/2008 10:24:00 AM

P: 5/23/2008 10:24:04 AM
Deelight Ideal Rock Total Posts: 5,093 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 10/4/2007	IF you don't love the setting now it will only bug you moreso in the future Personally I would not settle for something I was not 110% happy with :D __________________________________________________________ Sometimes if your really lucky all your dreams do come true ...............
Posted: 5/23/2008 10:24:04 AM

P: 5/23/2008 10:25:08 AM
lesco Ideal Rock Total Posts: 518 Last Post: 9/7/2009 Member Since: 12/18/2007	Sorry Pic # 3 failed...
Posted: 5/23/2008 10:25:08 AM

P: 5/23/2008 10:26:18 AM
lesco Ideal Rock Total Posts: 518 Last Post: 9/7/2009 Member Since: 12/18/2007	Pict #3 ---- Second try
Posted: 5/23/2008 10:26:18 AM

P: 5/23/2008 10:29:35 AM
neatfreak Ideal Rock Total Posts: 13,477 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 2/17/2007	Well, I have two things. First, I agree that if you don't love it now, it'll only bug you more. HOWEVER, what are your expectations here? Buying a stock setting from a vendor will never net you Leon Mege handmade prongs. So if that is what you are after, I don't think it's fair to ask the vendor to provide something they can't. The OTHER thing here, is how big is your stone? Smaller stones will just naturally not look as delicate when put next to prongs. Prongs will just look a lot bulkier on smaller stones. Period. So make sure what you are after is comparing similar sized stones, because they can't just thin down prongs endlessly, there is a stopping point where it isn't secure anymore, and unfortunately smaller stones will just always look proportionately different with even the smallest prongs than big stones will. I think it looks beautiful now...what is your problem with it still?
Posted: 5/23/2008 10:29:35 AM

P: 5/23/2008 10:36:41 AM
Ellen Ideal Rock Total Posts: 22,894 Last Post: 11/6/2009 Member Since: 1/13/2006	It's really hard to tell from macro photos how big they really are. That second pic from a distance doesn't appear bad at all. They aren't jumpimg out at me. But, it really matters what YOU think. If it's going to bug you, there's no point keeping it, as it will most likely always bug you. Yanno? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "It is also important for the State to inculcate in its subjects an aversion to any 'conspiracy theory of history' for a search for 'conspiracies' means a search for motives and an attribution of responsibility for historical misdeeds." -Murray N. Rothbard, in The Anatomy of the State John Swinton [1829-1901] Chief Editorial Writer of the New York Times (Considered "the Dean of his Profession" by his peers), when asked to toast an 'Independent Press' in a gathering at the National Press Club, circa 1880 "There is no such thing in America as an independent press unless it is in the country towns. You know it, and I know it. There is not one of you who dare express an honest opinion. If you express it you know beforehand that it would never appear in print. I am paid... for keeping my honest opinions out of the paper I am connected with. Others of you are paid similar salaries for doing similar things.... The business of the New York journalist is to distort the truth, to lie outright, to pervert, to vilify, to fawn at the feet of Mammon, and sell his country and race for his daily bread, or for what is about the same thing, his salary. You know this, and I know it and what foolery to be toasting an 'independent press.' We are tools, and the vassals of rich men behind the scenes. We are jumping-jacks. They pull the strings and we dance. Our time, our talents, our lives, our possibilities, all are the property of other men. We are intellectual prostitutes."
Posted: 5/23/2008 10:36:41 AM

P: 5/23/2008 10:42:44 AM
Ice Princess Cristy Cut Rock Total Posts: 152 Last Post: 6/3/2008 Member Since: 4/18/2008	I would return the setting.... if you are not happy now, you will always be bothered by it. I upgrade my stone, but I wouldn't (at least at this point.... never say never....) want to change out my setting.... mainly because I just LOVE it. I couldn't imagine not looking down at my ring and NOT loving it.
Posted: 5/23/2008 10:42:44 AM

P: 5/23/2008 10:51:00 AM
lesco Ideal Rock Total Posts: 518 Last Post: 9/7/2009 Member Since: 12/18/2007	Hi Neatfreak, This is not a stock setting. A new cast was made for it. I wanted delicate prongs. They don't necessarily need to come from Leon. The stone is 6mm. With that said, I have a .29 carat in a six prong solitaire and the prongs are so delicate, they are almost imperceptible. So, In my limited knowledge, this is attainable. Maybe you are right and I just have unreasonable expectations... Thank you for giving me your honest opinion. I need to hear it all.
Posted: 5/23/2008 10:51:00 AM

P: 5/23/2008 10:56:49 AM
neatfreak Ideal Rock Total Posts: 13,477 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 2/17/2007	Date: 5/23/2008 10:51:00 AM Author: lesco Hi Neatfreak, This is not a stock setting. A new cast was made for it. I wanted delicate prongs. They don't necessarily need to come from Leon. The stone is 6mm. With that said, I have a .29 carat in a six prong solitaire and the prongs are so delicate, they are almost imperceptible. So, In my limited knowledge, this is attainable. Maybe you are right and I just have unreasonable expectations... Thank you for giving me your honest opinion. I need to hear it all. Well, they don't look bulky to me for that size stone. But it really is a personal thing. I just wouldn't want you to get a Leon and have the prongs be just as big... If you are in NY why not make an appt with Leon and see if he could make something more delicate? If not, then you can realize that you might have unreasonable expectations, whereas if he says yes, then you can return this with more confidence.
Posted: 5/23/2008 10:56:49 AM

P: 5/23/2008 12:22:01 PM
Itgirl76 Cut Rock Total Posts: 173 Last Post: 11/4/2009 Member Since: 12/26/2007	I am thinking that the other ring that you used as a sample was a much smaller diamond than your ring that you are getting set now. So it may be an issue where the prongs have to be bigger due to the size of your diamond. Just a thought But if it bothers you that much now it will bother you more in the future. "Beginning today, treat everyone you meet as if they were going to be dead by midnight. Extend to them all the care, kindness, and understanding you can muster, and do it with no thought of any reward. Your life will never be the same again." ~Og Mandino~
Posted: 5/23/2008 12:22:01 PM

P: 5/23/2008 12:34:31 PM
lyra Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,764 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 7/13/2007	I think part of the problem is the style of the setting in general. I'm not a fan of 6 prong settings. My diamond looked smaller in the 6 prong tiffany style setting, than in a 4 prong setting. My new setting has the diamond resting in a basket, and the prongs are barely visible at all, and it's a fairly large stone (1.77ct). So perhaps a new style in 4 prong might be a better compromise for you. Your diamond does not look small in the distant pic, but I agree the prongs look a bit bulky in the close up shot.
Posted: 5/23/2008 12:34:31 PM

P: 5/23/2008 1:46:32 PM
Addy Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,915 Last Post: 11/18/2009 Member Since: 10/20/2007	They look fine in the second photo. Actually, they look good full stop, but if they aren't what you want then have another jeweller try.
Posted: 5/23/2008 1:46:32 PM

P: 5/23/2008 11:24:42 PM
lesco Ideal Rock Total Posts: 518 Last Post: 9/7/2009 Member Since: 12/18/2007	I just wanted to take a moment to thank all of you for your votes and opinions. I know that over the course of the past two months, I have asked several questions on this matter and I'm very appreciative of the fact that I've always been given responses. I apologize if some of you are about sick of hearing my woes with this thing. Trust me, I am sick with myself. I hope that at some point in the near future, I become knowledgeable enough to pay it forward and give someone in this forum as much help as you have given me. You are all incredible human beings and an incredible resource. Neatfreak, I think your suggestion was very valid and I followed suit. I had a conversation with Leon today, via phone. He agreed to meet with me next Tuesday to discuss further. At this point I will decide how to proceed. I see most of you (based on the votes) agree in that I should return the setting and shop for something else I would like better. Gosh, I feel so guilty in doing so as I really appreciate the vendor I have dealt with. Plus, there is nothing really wrong (in terms of craftsmanship) with the setting this time around. It's just not to my liking. Is this enough reason to return it? I know he runs a business after all but both FI and I truly appreciate him as an individual. If we were dealing with some mass producer, no biggie, we will turn our backs and never think twice. I need to put my big girl pants on and make a damn decision once an for all. Once again, a heartfelt thank you to all of you.
Posted: 5/23/2008 11:24:42 PM

P: 5/24/2008 3:16:38 AM
arjunajane Ideal Rock Total Posts: 7,787 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 1/18/2008	I voted return the setting - no need to feel guilty, it seems like your vendor has been reasonable. Find something you love, but of course make sure expectations are reasonable (not saying yours are not at all, I want delicate prongs too.). ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "And let today embrace the past with remembrance and the future with longing." Kahlil Gibran
Posted: 5/24/2008 3:16:38 AM

P: 5/27/2008 1:59:37 PM
lesco Ideal Rock Total Posts: 518 Last Post: 9/7/2009 Member Since: 12/18/2007	Allright guys, here are some updates. I came back from my meeting with Leon and he seems of the opinion that yes, he can made a much delicate setting. What he explained to me is that the setting I have was cast for a larger stone, hence the disconnect I see between diamond and setting. Options: He recommended I go for a halo. He has one in stock which he is 90% sure would fit my diamond. His concern is that in his opinion my diamond is a tad deep (sad - his opinion - I did not think so it's 61.9%) so it might not fit length wise. he could make the same setting for my stone regardless. The difference between the one he has available and the custom made one is $500. Overall, if I go for this setting I would be spending close to what I spend on the diamond. It would be something like a ratio of 55% diamond - 45% setting. I would love to go for it but it seems like a stupid purchase. You know, I'll rather put that money on the diamond. This is the setting http://www.artofplatinum.com/4images/details.php?image_id=320. He will take the OMC out and fit my stone in. He says he has better plans for the OMC. The "cartier" inspired solitaire is still an option but he really tried to discourage me from that one. He says that I need something with more presence... So, I have until 5:00 pm to decide... Any thoughts? Keep or return?
Posted: 5/27/2008 1:59:37 PM

P: 5/27/2008 2:12:12 PM
Ellen Ideal Rock Total Posts: 22,894 Last Post: 11/6/2009 Member Since: 1/13/2006	lesco, if you have said previously, forgive me for not knowing. But how long will you have this stone? If you're planning on upgrading, I wouldn't go with an expensive setting right now myself. And I personally don't think that's really that deep. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "It is also important for the State to inculcate in its subjects an aversion to any 'conspiracy theory of history' for a search for 'conspiracies' means a search for motives and an attribution of responsibility for historical misdeeds." -Murray N. Rothbard, in The Anatomy of the State John Swinton [1829-1901] Chief Editorial Writer of the New York Times (Considered "the Dean of his Profession" by his peers), when asked to toast an 'Independent Press' in a gathering at the National Press Club, circa 1880 "There is no such thing in America as an independent press unless it is in the country towns. You know it, and I know it. There is not one of you who dare express an honest opinion. If you express it you know beforehand that it would never appear in print. I am paid... for keeping my honest opinions out of the paper I am connected with. Others of you are paid similar salaries for doing similar things.... The business of the New York journalist is to distort the truth, to lie outright, to pervert, to vilify, to fawn at the feet of Mammon, and sell his country and race for his daily bread, or for what is about the same thing, his salary. You know this, and I know it and what foolery to be toasting an 'independent press.' We are tools, and the vassals of rich men behind the scenes. We are jumping-jacks. They pull the strings and we dance. Our time, our talents, our lives, our possibilities, all are the property of other men. We are intellectual prostitutes."
Posted: 5/27/2008 2:12:12 PM

P: 5/27/2008 2:31:13 PM
lesco Ideal Rock Total Posts: 518 Last Post: 9/7/2009 Member Since: 12/18/2007	upgrading? I wish. No, I doubt it. Diamond talk has been banned from my vocabulary. PS too by the way - haha I still manage! Yes, I would love to go for that halo setting but financially it might not make any sense. I guess the bottom line is I have a tiny stone... That's why the setting is big for it!
Posted: 5/27/2008 2:31:13 PM

P: 5/27/2008 2:32:32 PM
Addy Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,915 Last Post: 11/18/2009 Member Since: 10/20/2007	The Leon ring is beautiful. It's the one ring that my DH really likes that has made him say that jewellery is worth buying. "Work of art" are the words he used. I agree with Ellen, if you're planning to upgrade then it's not really worth it to spend quite so much on the setting since it can't be used again.
Posted: 5/27/2008 2:32:32 PM

P: 5/27/2008 3:10:59 PM
lesco Ideal Rock Total Posts: 518 Last Post: 9/7/2009 Member Since: 12/18/2007	Yes, it is. I almost fell of my chair when I saw it in person. It is exquisite. It looks like it was made by fairies working with tiny tiny little hands. ETA: You are some lucky gal ... Your DH says work of art - my FI told me are you nuts? Well... If I ever upgrade I can always set a colored stone in it... ( wishful thinking)
Posted: 5/27/2008 3:10:59 PM

P: 5/27/2008 3:18:26 PM
Ellen Ideal Rock Total Posts: 22,894 Last Post: 11/6/2009 Member Since: 1/13/2006	Well, it sounds like you need to return the setting, if possible, since I really think it's going to bug you. But what to do after that, I honestly don't know what to tell you....Could you maybe find another nice, simple, inexpensive setting, and live with that for awhile, til you truly know what you want to do? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "It is also important for the State to inculcate in its subjects an aversion to any 'conspiracy theory of history' for a search for 'conspiracies' means a search for motives and an attribution of responsibility for historical misdeeds." -Murray N. Rothbard, in The Anatomy of the State John Swinton [1829-1901] Chief Editorial Writer of the New York Times (Considered "the Dean of his Profession" by his peers), when asked to toast an 'Independent Press' in a gathering at the National Press Club, circa 1880 "There is no such thing in America as an independent press unless it is in the country towns. You know it, and I know it. There is not one of you who dare express an honest opinion. If you express it you know beforehand that it would never appear in print. I am paid... for keeping my honest opinions out of the paper I am connected with. Others of you are paid similar salaries for doing similar things.... The business of the New York journalist is to distort the truth, to lie outright, to pervert, to vilify, to fawn at the feet of Mammon, and sell his country and race for his daily bread, or for what is about the same thing, his salary. You know this, and I know it and what foolery to be toasting an 'independent press.' We are tools, and the vassals of rich men behind the scenes. We are jumping-jacks. They pull the strings and we dance. Our time, our talents, our lives, our possibilities, all are the property of other men. We are intellectual prostitutes."
Posted: 5/27/2008 3:18:26 PM

P: 5/27/2008 3:23:08 PM
Addy Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,915 Last Post: 11/18/2009 Member Since: 10/20/2007	Date: 5/27/2008 3:10:59 PM Author: lesco Yes, it is. I almost fell of my chair when I saw it in person. It is exquisite. It looks like it was made by fairies working with tiny tiny little hands. ETA: You are some lucky gal ... Your DH says work of art - my FI told me are you nuts? Well... If I ever upgrade I can always set a colored stone in it... ( wishful thinking) Ah, but it's the only time my DH has used that phrase to describe jewellery (but electronics are regularly "sleek and sexy"). And that phrase was used well after I got engaged . I don't think the cost of stone to setting matters, it's the whole package that you wear, but you do still sound pretty torn. It sounds like you have some time to shop and think, that's always good.
Posted: 5/27/2008 3:23:08 PM

P: 5/27/2008 3:30:54 PM
lesco Ideal Rock Total Posts: 518 Last Post: 9/7/2009 Member Since: 12/18/2007	Date: 5/27/2008 3:18:26 PM Author: Ellen Well, it sounds like you need to return the setting, if possible, since I really think it's going to bug you. But what to do after that, I honestly don't know what to tell you....Could you maybe find another nice, simple, inexpensive setting, and live with that for awhile, til you truly know what you want to do? Yes, this is probably what I would do. I am so undecided It's pathetic. I'm ashamed of myself. Thank you Ellen for still keeping up with my horrid stupidity.
Posted: 5/27/2008 3:30:54 PM

P: 5/27/2008 7:10:21 PM
lesco Ideal Rock Total Posts: 518 Last Post: 9/7/2009 Member Since: 12/18/2007	A decision was made. I am keeping the setting as a temporary one and I will continue to look for a more permanent home for my "little" diamond. I need some time to find what I really want to do... I cannot make decisions with the damn clock ticking. I made two guys very happy today ... My vendor and my FI... That has to count for something. If anyone is interested in the Leon Mege setting and has an .70 - .80 pointer, give Leon a call. The setting is drop dead gorgeous in person. Grab it while it's there. Thank you to all of you for your responses and comments during these two month process. I really appreciate all the help.
Posted: 5/27/2008 7:10:21 PM

P: 5/27/2008 7:16:02 PM
Ellen Ideal Rock Total Posts: 22,894 Last Post: 11/6/2009 Member Since: 1/13/2006	Date: 5/27/2008 7:10:21 PM Author: lesco A decision was made. I am keeping the setting as a temporary one and I will continue to look for a more permanent home for my 'little' diamond. I need some time to find what I really want to do... I cannot make decisions with the damn clock ticking. I made two guys very happy today ... My vendor and my FI... That has to count for something. If anyone is interested in the Leon Mege setting and has an .70 - .80 pointer, give Leon a call. The setting is drop dead gorgeous in person. Grab it while it's there. Thank you to all of you for your responses and comments during these two month process. I really appreciate all the help. No, that's never a good time to make such an important decision. Now maybe you can relax, take your time, and figure it all out. And it's not like you're walking around with a horrid setting, far from it! BTW, being indecisive is not stupid. Don't make me smack you. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "It is also important for the State to inculcate in its subjects an aversion to any 'conspiracy theory of history' for a search for 'conspiracies' means a search for motives and an attribution of responsibility for historical misdeeds." -Murray N. Rothbard, in The Anatomy of the State John Swinton [1829-1901] Chief Editorial Writer of the New York Times (Considered "the Dean of his Profession" by his peers), when asked to toast an 'Independent Press' in a gathering at the National Press Club, circa 1880 "There is no such thing in America as an independent press unless it is in the country towns. You know it, and I know it. There is not one of you who dare express an honest opinion. If you express it you know beforehand that it would never appear in print. I am paid... for keeping my honest opinions out of the paper I am connected with. Others of you are paid similar salaries for doing similar things.... The business of the New York journalist is to distort the truth, to lie outright, to pervert, to vilify, to fawn at the feet of Mammon, and sell his country and race for his daily bread, or for what is about the same thing, his salary. You know this, and I know it and what foolery to be toasting an 'independent press.' We are tools, and the vassals of rich men behind the scenes. We are jumping-jacks. They pull the strings and we dance. Our time, our talents, our lives, our possibilities, all are the property of other men. We are intellectual prostitutes."
Posted: 5/27/2008 7:16:02 PM

P: 5/27/2008 9:49:33 PM
arjunajane Ideal Rock Total Posts: 7,787 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 1/18/2008	Date: 5/27/2008 7:16:02 PM Author: Ellen Date: 5/27/2008 7:10:21 PM Author: lesco A decision was made. I am keeping the setting as a temporary one and I will continue to look for a more permanent home for my 'little' diamond. I need some time to find what I really want to do... I cannot make decisions with the damn clock ticking. I made two guys very happy today ... My vendor and my FI... That has to count for something. If anyone is interested in the Leon Mege setting and has an .70 - .80 pointer, give Leon a call. The setting is drop dead gorgeous in person. Grab it while it's there. Thank you to all of you for your responses and comments during these two month process. I really appreciate all the help. No, that's never a good time to make such an important decision. Now maybe you can relax, take your time, and figure it all out. And it's not like you're walking around with a horrid setting, far from it! BTW, being indecisive is not stupid. Don't make me smack you. I agree with ellen - your headin' for a smack! Lesco, pls don't be so hard on yourself - i don't know how many PS'ers can claim not to be indecisive on settings - I think it comes from having such great access to quality work.. Sounds like you've made the right decision - definately not the kind of purchase you want to make when not absolutely sure. And, fwiw, I like your ring. Sure, the prongs could be a lil smaller, but its still very pretty. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "And let today embrace the past with remembrance and the future with longing." Kahlil Gibran
Posted: 5/27/2008 9:49:33 PM

P: 5/27/2008 11:21:24 PM
*DiamondDana** Ideal Rock Total Posts: 6,172 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 7/21/2006	I think you made the right decision, it is too risky to make such a big decision in such a short time. I think that your ring looks beautiful as is, BTW. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ If you judge people, you have no time to love them ~Mother Teresa
Posted: 5/27/2008 11:21:24 PM

P: 5/27/2008 11:32:00 PM
lesco Ideal Rock Total Posts: 518 Last Post: 9/7/2009 Member Since: 12/18/2007	Guys, don't worry no need for a smackin' from PS. FI was very pissed w/ me (not anymore) so I got my smackin' allright. Funny story --- I guess that women are from venus men are from mars thing is true. Both vendor and FI developed some sort of bond so I'm outnumbered. So vendor goes : You know It looks you are still not pleased. Fi responds, yes, I know ... you can see the dismay in their faces... poor guys I have them traumatized. Hey, at least I got Leon to agree with me regarding the proportions of the ring. One for my team. Arjuna thank you for the compliments. I know, we have so many resources and examples here on PS that we want the very best. I was thinking about the same thing coming home tonight. Gosh, I'm worrying about some prongs and all of this nonsense. I mean, who is going to stop and say oh my gosh did you see the ginormous prongs on this ring ????? only me folks... only me. One thing I have to say is that after seeing Leon's work in person the guy is worth it! By the way, is .82 carat ( 6mm) considered that small??? I get a lot of you know, for a stone that size... I got the same speech about 6 times today, I swear!
Posted: 5/27/2008 11:32:00 PM

P: 5/28/2008 5:26:23 AM
arjunajane Ideal Rock Total Posts: 7,787 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 1/18/2008	I think 0.8 is a nice and respectable size for an ering,one that I and most people I know would be very happy with. And yeah, it helps to put things in perspective sometimes , considering how much we sweat over the little details on here so much - I know its all in good fun and I lurve it, but its really not Real Life if you kwim? Imho, It helps to step away sometimes and just appreciate what you have - a gorgeous ring and a Fi that loves you (and whatever else is in your life right now!).. There is always time for upgrades and changes in the future - and as you said, it would be sooo very strange to hear somebody whisper to her friend .."Wow, did you see how Big* the prongs are on her ering?? - eewww!"* ha ha , as if, lol! I'm sure the only comments you will receive will be compliments on you and your Fi's excellent choice! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "And let today embrace the past with remembrance and the future with longing." Kahlil Gibran
Posted: 5/28/2008 5:26:23 AM

P: 5/28/2008 6:00:55 AM
honey22 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,951 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 7/29/2007	I guess I am biased but 0.8ct is not a tiny stone! I have one and I think it looks large. I have been taking more notice of people around me and their rings and I rarely see diamonds over the 0.4-0.5ct mark. PS skews your impression of diamond size - we are used to seeing ginormous blingy rocks here, so you become ' mheh - it's only a 3ct - it's a baby!'. But in real life, I am sure a 0.8ct is pretty sizable. I think it also depends on your finger size - if you go by that chart thingy you quite often see around here, the 'gold standard' seems to be a 1.0ct on a size 6 finger which gives around 39-40% finger coverage I believe. My ring is a size 5.25 with a 0.8ct stone gives the same finger coverage. So as you can see, a smaller stone can look larger or smaller depending on your finger size. Ok, after all that rambling, I am not sure I have a point - oh yeah! You ring is really beautiful! I think the size is perfect! Wedding Date Take 2: 26th November 2009!
Posted: 5/28/2008 6:00:55 AM

P: 5/28/2008 8:43:49 AM
somehowcollide Ideal Rock Total Posts: 830 Last Post: 6/22/2009 Member Since: 4/22/2008	.80 is not small! As a matter of fact it is double the national average (.38). Unfortunately, if you live in the Northeast, I think that number doubles to about 1.60. In any event, your ring looks great and really classic on you. But you know what might be fun for you? I think you briefly mentioned the possibility of getting a colored stone in passing. If you feel like you're in a rut with your ering you should design a killer, really cool RHR with a budget friendly CS. That way you'll have a new project to focus your energies and a ring that is no longer competing with all the other diamonds in the city, because its in a league of its own!! I'm sure your FI and jeweler will be THRILLED!! Haha. I know a man who is a diamond cutter. He mows the lawn at Yankee Stadium.
Posted: 5/28/2008 8:43:49 AM

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