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Confession: I'm ready to upgrade or is it the setting?

P: 8/18/2008 3:58:15 PM
Mrs.T Cut Rock Total Posts: 131 Last Post: 9/23/2008 Member Since: 6/28/2006	OK, I posted pictures of my ring in the wrong venue so now I'm trying again. I confess I haven't been to happy with my upgrade ring. I can't decide if its the size of the diamond on my size 8 finger or just a boring setting with not enough bling for me. I have been glued to this computer for a few weeks just drooling over everyones beautiful rings and tiny hands! I'm wondering if just changing the setting will help me love my ring. Maybe just changing the setting will be all I need to do to finally be happy. An upgrade of the center stone will be minimap and for size only. I maybe can afford going up from 2.00ct to 2.50ct. I wish I could get a 3ct but that is not going to happen. I may go from a "G" color to an "H or I" just to get the size. Will I notice a difference in size by increasing to 2.5? If I change my setting I'm going back to the original plan of an eternity ering with a flush fit wedding band. I've been drooling over everyones sets in "Show me your eternity sets" and trying to determine the correct size for the side stones and what kind of basket. I'm very worried about comfort and seek a design that has a low profile. If I stick with my 2.00ct I think 8 - 10pt accent stones are large enough without being overpowering. I'm going to try some photos now. Another problem is I can never seem to post the pictures properly. Bear with me while I try again since I'm getting an error msg.
Posted: 8/18/2008 3:58:15 PM

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P: 8/18/2008 3:59:38 PM
Mrs.T Cut Rock Total Posts: 131 Last Post: 9/23/2008 Member Since: 6/28/2006	This time it worked. I'm going to post some more.
Posted: 8/18/2008 3:59:38 PM

P: 8/18/2008 4:05:28 PM
Mrs.T Cut Rock Total Posts: 131 Last Post: 9/23/2008 Member Since: 6/28/2006	My specs are: 2.06 G SI1 1.00 ct baguettes in settin./ Christopher Designs mounting
Posted: 8/18/2008 4:05:28 PM

P: 8/18/2008 4:11:28 PM
Mrs.T Cut Rock Total Posts: 131 Last Post: 9/23/2008 Member Since: 6/28/2006	Last one.
Posted: 8/18/2008 4:11:28 PM

P: 8/18/2008 4:14:04 PM
Lorelei Ideal Rock Total Posts: 34,197 Last Post: 11/21/2009 Member Since: 4/30/2005	Your diamond is beautiful Mrs T and big! You would notice a difference with a jump to 2.5 cts with well cut stones, and the colour grades you are considering would be fine. I was trying to find some pics to show you but nothing in a similar size comparison that I could find unfortunately. Maybe if you are considering changing the setting, a Tiffany style solitaire might help the diamond pop more, you could still have the pave band. Nothing is more sacred as the bond between horse and rider...no other creature can ever become so emotionally close to a human as a horse. When a horse dies, the memory lives on because an enormous part of his owner's heart, soul, very existence dies also...but that can never be laid to rest, it is not meant to be... - Stephanie M Thorn
Posted: 8/18/2008 4:14:04 PM

P: 8/18/2008 4:14:12 PM
Mrs.T Cut Rock Total Posts: 131 Last Post: 9/23/2008 Member Since: 6/28/2006	I thought I'd try one more.
Posted: 8/18/2008 4:14:12 PM

P: 8/18/2008 4:14:29 PM
vespergirl Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,908 Last Post: 11/21/2009 Member Since: 1/29/2007	I think your ring is gorgeous! I really love your setting too. However, thinner settings do make stones "pop" more, so maybe your stone would look bigger if you had, say a 2 mm width setting. I think it looks huge now, though! Then again, my stone is 2 cts too, so maybe I just like that size
Posted: 8/18/2008 4:14:29 PM

P: 8/18/2008 4:15:25 PM
Tuckins1 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 4,378 Last Post: 11/21/2009 Member Since: 4/13/2008	If you want to change the setting, the eternity setting would be a lovely choice... As for the center stone, it doesn't look small on your hand!! It's gorgeous!!! "If you don't eat your meat, you can't have any pudding! How can you have any pudding if you don't eat your meat?!"
Posted: 8/18/2008 4:15:25 PM

P: 8/18/2008 4:22:58 PM
Mrs.T Cut Rock Total Posts: 131 Last Post: 9/23/2008 Member Since: 6/28/2006	I thought about the plain band. But below is JadeL's ring one of many I'm nuts over. Again this might not work.
Posted: 8/18/2008 4:22:58 PM

P: 8/18/2008 4:25:02 PM
MMT Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,565 Last Post: 7/14/2009 Member Since: 6/24/2008	I think your diamond is beautiful and plenty big. If you go with a smaller setting the diamond will definitely pop more. Good luck!!
Posted: 8/18/2008 4:25:02 PM

P: 8/18/2008 4:29:57 PM
Addy Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,915 Last Post: 11/18/2009 Member Since: 10/20/2007	A smaller setting will make a huge difference. Could you try on some 2.5 carats and 2.0 carats in smaller settings to make up your mind?
Posted: 8/18/2008 4:29:57 PM

P: 8/18/2008 5:28:02 PM
erica k Ideal Rock Total Posts: 782 Last Post: 10/30/2009 Member Since: 11/1/2006	I would go with a more delicate setting rather than upgrade the stone. I think your stone is a great size and color, and I think changing the setting would help it pop more. 8 pointers would probably be perfect with that size stone in an eternity setting. You should try on some eternity sets to get a better sense of how your 2ct would look.
Posted: 8/18/2008 5:28:02 PM

P: 8/18/2008 7:27:42 PM
chelsea3 Rough Rock Total Posts: 75 Last Post: 10/31/2009 Member Since: 8/9/2008	I agree, the center diamond is gorgeous! The setting is also gorgeous, but somehow, the two do not enhance each other. Changing the setting is a wonderful idea and adding smaller side stones will make the center POP. Your center stone really is beautiful and I wouldn't sacrifice the color for a larger stone, I would sacrifice the sides and try a different setting. Good luck and have fun with it! :) Chelsea
Posted: 8/18/2008 7:27:42 PM

P: 8/18/2008 8:40:08 PM
kairos Rough Rock Total Posts: 2 Last Post: 9/22/2008 Member Since: 8/18/2008	I know what you are saying too. I have a ring similiar to yours, 2 carat center and a band made of small round stones with 2 additional wedding bands made of the same round stones on either side. I think my total band size is a half an inch wide. Sometimes when I look at my ring it seems like my center stone gets lost and I have thought, as well, that another half carat would make all the difference...cause, you know, us girls with long fingers can carry the big diamonds!
Posted: 8/18/2008 8:40:08 PM

P: 8/18/2008 9:01:50 PM
somehowcollide Ideal Rock Total Posts: 830 Last Post: 6/22/2009 Member Since: 4/22/2008	Ooh, I love your stone AND your setting. I really think it looks great on your hands, and not small at all. Ultimately, you must do what makes you happiest, and I think you've already made up your mind about changing your setting. Good luck!! I know a man who is a diamond cutter. He mows the lawn at Yankee Stadium.
Posted: 8/18/2008 9:01:50 PM

P: 8/18/2008 9:38:39 PM
akmiss Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,571 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 1/8/2008	Date: 8/18/2008 4:14:29 PM Author: vespergirl I think your ring is gorgeous! I really love your setting too. However, thinner settings do make stones 'pop' more, so maybe your stone would look bigger if you had, say a 2 mm width setting. I think it looks huge now, though! Then again, my stone is 2 cts too, so maybe I just like that size ditto on the thinner band! Maybe a 2.5mm pave setting You could also add a delicate halo for the extra bling. look at this beauty ~ http://www.artofplatinum.com/4images/details.php?image_id=345 or you could add pear sides like kaleigh's Tiffany ER ~ www.artofplatinum.com/4images/details.php?image_id=312 THIS AGGRESSION WILL NOT STAND - The Dude
Posted: 8/18/2008 9:38:39 PM

P: 8/19/2008 12:42:27 AM
marcyc Ideal Rock Total Posts: 7,809 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 2/27/2007	Your ring is gorgeous. I do agree that having a thinner band will make the diamond really pop and the center diamond will look bigger. Sparkle On My Friends!
Posted: 8/19/2008 12:42:27 AM

P: 8/19/2008 1:33:20 AM
ImpatientOne Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,184 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 10/19/2006	I, too, vote for keeping the center stone and going with a different setting! ImpatientOne
Posted: 8/19/2008 1:33:20 AM

P: 8/19/2008 1:57:10 AM
trillionaire Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,124 Last Post: 11/21/2009 Member Since: 4/19/2008	I agree, fantastic stone, a 2mm setting will make it look ginormous! :) My mother always said, "Less is more" The Leon link above is out of this world too, it you are interested in a setting like that. The detail work is just ******************************** Engaged: 7/18/09! Elopement: 9/25/10, our 7th anniversary! * Being happy doesn't mean that everything is perfect. It means that you've decided to look past the imperfections *
Posted: 8/19/2008 1:57:10 AM

P: 8/19/2008 1:59:31 AM
Cleo Ideal Rock Total Posts: 931 Last Post: 9/21/2008 Member Since: 1/26/2008	That's a beautiful stone & not in the least bit small on you. In fact, you can borrow my tiny hand if I can borrow your 2 carat rock!! I also vote for resetting it with a narrower band, which I think will really help your lovely diamond pop. x x x
Posted: 8/19/2008 1:59:31 AM

P: 8/19/2008 3:25:50 AM
Gemma12 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 533 Last Post: 10/19/2009 Member Since: 12/5/2007	Another vote for a narrow band and keeping the center stone! That is a beautiful stone and I don't think it looks small on you at all.
Posted: 8/19/2008 3:25:50 AM

P: 8/19/2008 5:06:47 AM
Cleo Ideal Rock Total Posts: 931 Last Post: 9/21/2008 Member Since: 1/26/2008	How about having a new band made using the existing baguettes, but setting them east-west to give you a narrower ring? Just a thought. :) x x x
Posted: 8/19/2008 5:06:47 AM

P: 8/19/2008 5:53:46 AM
D2B Ideal Rock Total Posts: 782 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 2/10/2007	I agree with many of the PP, you have a beautiful stone and great porportions for your finger. If you want more bling and sparkle I would get a thinner setting, with mabybey round brilliants on the sides for maximum sparkle with round brilliant half or full eternity. it will make your stone pop. Your side stones are beautiful but that type of cut will not have the sparkle factor compared to a round JMHO. good luck. d2b
Posted: 8/19/2008 5:53:46 AM

P: 8/19/2008 6:55:00 AM
Maisie Ideal Rock Total Posts: 7,755 Last Post: 11/21/2009 Member Since: 12/30/2006	I love Jadeleaves ring. Its just perfect. I don't think you need a bigger stone, just a different setting. Your diamond is so beautiful! Maybe you can put a coloured stone in your current setting?
Posted: 8/19/2008 6:55:00 AM

P: 8/19/2008 8:25:46 AM
Mrs.T Cut Rock Total Posts: 131 Last Post: 9/23/2008 Member Since: 6/28/2006	Thanks everyone for the honest opinions and compliments. I am happy with my center stone. My pics don't do it justice. Just a note on the "Chriscut" baguette by Christopher designs. Those baguettes really sparkle. Which is why I'll probably keep the ring and set a colored stone in it. I was thinking of a yellow grossular garnet but they apparently are hard to find. I might even put in a CZ and use the ring when I travel. What other shape stone could I use in my current setting? Would a cushion look nice? Akmiss: I requested a price quote at LM and Mark Morell. LM was sky high for just the ering - 7k. I love his work but can't afford it. Mark Morell is pretty steep too but better price for the pair than LM. I'm going to also get a price from Whiteflash. I think I know that 8 - 10pt accent stones would be a good size. Probably the 8pt if I want my center to pop. What really puzzles me is how some designs of the eternity style bands have a low profile and others are deeper. I know this has to do with the size of the accent stones. The larger the stone the deeper the profile. All I know is that my daughter has a fake eternity with a height of 3mm and that is very uncomfortable on my finger but I like the size of the stones. I've been to some of my jewelers in the area. One does amazing pave work. Of course every ring I like has a 3ct stone in the center. I've seriously considered the style below but worry that I'm a bit too mature for that kind of thing? I'm married 27 years already. My local jeweler does the same thing with a round halo and any day now is calling me in to see a matched set he made for a lucky bride to be.
Posted: 8/19/2008 8:25:46 AM

P: 8/19/2008 8:34:40 AM
Mrs.T Cut Rock Total Posts: 131 Last Post: 9/23/2008 Member Since: 6/28/2006	I love the simple shared prong designs like I pictured above. But these styles are lovely too.
Posted: 8/19/2008 8:34:40 AM

P: 8/19/2008 8:41:57 AM
Lorelei Ideal Rock Total Posts: 34,197 Last Post: 11/21/2009 Member Since: 4/30/2005	Mrs T you are not too mature for that type of style, if you like it then go for it! Nothing is more sacred as the bond between horse and rider...no other creature can ever become so emotionally close to a human as a horse. When a horse dies, the memory lives on because an enormous part of his owner's heart, soul, very existence dies also...but that can never be laid to rest, it is not meant to be... - Stephanie M Thorn
Posted: 8/19/2008 8:41:57 AM

P: 8/19/2008 8:56:57 AM
Jenn5504 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,166 Last Post: 8/20/2009 Member Since: 5/21/2007	I think both of the styles you've mentioned considering are beautiful and classic. Either would be a LOVELY choice. I agree that a bit smaller setting than your current will make the stone pop more. Your current setting is beautiful, but I'd LOVE to see your AmAzInG center stone in one of these other styles you've mentioned! It's just a matter of which you like on better. I have a tiffany style solitaire with a shared prong eternity band and adore the style but often think I may have been better off with something like the halo pave you showed. I'm such a huge fan of both styles........
Posted: 8/19/2008 8:56:57 AM

P: 8/19/2008 3:56:50 PM
Mrs.Hall(almost) Rough Rock Total Posts: 77 Last Post: 9/2/2008 Member Since: 3/27/2008	Hi Mrs T. I can totally sympathize with you! Although my setting is okay now, upgrading has definitely been on my mind. I am a ring size 7 1/2 and I see you are coming from, I figure I will at least need a 2 ct in order to get the desired size finger coverage. My Fiance has allowed me a final upgrade before the wedding, so I want to upgrade to a 3/4 eternity e-ring setting and band duo! Oh and trust me I have Mara's Show me you eternity sets posts at the top of my web browser and I worship it daily! I think you will definitely notice a difference between the 2 and the 2.5 however I believe the size (mm) of the band will impact it tremendously. I am considering 10 pointers and I have tried it on and I know it will definitely make my "Future Stone" pop!
Posted: 8/19/2008 3:56:50 PM

P: 8/20/2008 8:21:06 AM
Mrs.T Cut Rock Total Posts: 131 Last Post: 9/23/2008 Member Since: 6/28/2006	[Mrs T you are not too mature for that type of style, if you like it then go for it!] Thanks Lorelei. I will get to see a custom set like these soon and I'll be able to try it on. Mrs.Hall: You may be a 7-1/2 but if the avatar is a pic of your hand, you have nothing to worry about. What size stone is in the setting you are wearing in the avatar? Your hand shot is really nice. Congratulations on almost being Mrs.Hall! Shopping update: Yesterday I was able to try on many of the different ideas I had for resetting. I am perplexed over what I learned. First try was a Tiffany style band slightly raised head with an eternity band of 10pt stones. They put a 2ct cz in the ering for effect. This didn't look good on me. Maybe a wider band might but they didn't have one. We then moved to full eternity ering/wedding band with 10pt stones. On my finger this looked bulky and just ok. Beautiful rings but not flattering. It looked nice on the salesperson's hand. Of course I couldn't fit it on my finger so it was kind of hard to tell. From there we tried channel set - 3 types, and then she had to help a customer and I started discussing with the other gemologist the properties of a higher color stone. She brought out an "H" which looked great to me. Guess what I did then? I started trying on all the rings again with the 3ct cz in them! There was one more style I hadn't tried after that and I wasn't going home until I did. Here is where I get perplexed. What really looked best on my hand was a 4stone ering with 20pt side stones. We matched it with a 5stone band and it looked really great with the 2ct. Then I slipped in the 3ct and it looked awesome! What puzzled me was that the 2ct didn't get lost in this setting with the larger 20pt sides. I stared at it for some time trying to understand why this looked best on my hand. One thing I noticed was the prongs were not petite shared prong. The accent stones were set with a tiny (not overpowering) bar. This made the accent stones seem more like individually set stones with a scallop effect. I'm not describing this right. It wasn't pronounced but a subtle scalloped edge to the overall look. I can't figure out why, but this seemed to be right for my bone structure. I would rather have 3 side stones on each side rather than just 2 accent stones on each side of the center stone. I don't think this would effect the look that much. It was nice to know that my 2ct worked and if I ever found a suitable larger center stone, I could easily change it over. The best picture I could find is the memoire with 20pt side stones. This isn't the petite bar prong style but it has the scalloped look I'm trying to describe. Thanks everyone for reading and offering your thoughful suggestions.
Posted: 8/20/2008 8:21:06 AM

P: 8/20/2008 8:45:53 AM
ButterBean Cut Rock Total Posts: 351 Last Post: 4/6/2009 Member Since: 9/26/2007	Mrs. T, your center stone is TO DIE FOR!! I think it just needs a narrower shank to make it pop. I'm not a fan of baguettes generally, as they don't sparkle enough imo. Maybe something with 2 shared prong RB on each side .25 ea? I wouldn't mind having your dilemma . . . . "You just never know what tomorrow will bring!"
Posted: 8/20/2008 8:45:53 AM

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