.92 v 1.12 H&A which one size wise?

[D2B]

OK , here is my weird dilemma, I like both stones, but I dont know which is better for me size wise

the stones are:

.92 G SI1 6.25 - 6.28 3.84

1.12 H SI1 6.5 - 6.68 4.11 from the same vendor, same level of cut quality

Now I am a bit worried that the 1.12 is going to be too big for my small hands (remember I live in australia, no big diamonds here really), but my husband is fixated on the magic 1 carat.

I am happy with the .92 and slightly less worried that it is going to be too big, so the question is

will there really be a size difference visible in both, in which case I might as well go .92 as it is cheaper, but if there is no size difference, then I might as well go with the 1.12 c and make my husband happy arghhhhh

- not even sure what I am asking. I wish I could see them in person, have tried on a ton of stones today, but the different cuts really do make them appear different in size.

So is there much size noticble difference for a .40mm size difference or .19 c weight difference. what would you do???? any aussies care to chime in, I allready wear way to much jewellery here than normal ( and all that means is studs, eternity ring and e-ring, plus watch and sometimes small pendant (all diamonds of course - except the watch!!

)).

I seriously think I need to take a break from the process, i am starting to get too caught up in it and half the fun is in the looking

DB

 

[Lorelei]

There would be a little difference in size with direct comparison, not so much without - as the size difference isn't huge then I would think about going with the larger diamond.

Do you have images and specs for each?

 

[LaraOnline]

I think to some extent it depends on the setting you are planning to use for your diamond. If it is a blingy setting with side stones perhaps you will feel more comfortable going smaller.
However, I think Lorelei is on to something when she suggests going 'up' rather than 'down', all things being equal. I mean, it IS diamonds we are talking here!

 

[Ellen]

Date: 8/10/2009 6:33:48 AM
Author: Lorelei

There would be a little difference in size with direct comparison, not so much without - as the size difference isn''t huge then I would think about going with the larger diamond.

Do you have images and specs for each?

Ditto.

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 8/10/2009 7:00:27 AM
Author: LaraOnline
I think to some extent it depends on the setting you are planning to use for your diamond. If it is a blingy setting with side stones perhaps you will feel more comfortable going smaller.
However, I think Lorelei is on to something when she suggests going ''up'' rather than ''down'', all things being equal. I mean, it IS diamonds we are talking here!

 

[Jj08]

If all else being equal, it seems going up couldn''t hurt. Don''t think you would notice it in terms of wearing one or the other. But " knowing" can''t hurt.

 

[junebug17]

Oh, what a wonderful dilemma to be in!! All other things being equal, I would probably go with the slightly larger stone. I don't think there will be much difference visually, and it's the size your husband prefers.

I understand how you feel...I have worn a .33 stone my entire married life, and a few months ago received a 1.03 Rb wedding set for my 25th. My circle of friends doesn't wear large diamonds, in fact my closest friends wear plain wedding bands. I actually felt a little self-conscious the first few days I wore it (even though I absolutely loved it), but I quickly got over that! I now feel completely comfortable with it. I say go for it, you only live once!

 

[MichelleCarmen]

How big are your studs and diamond pendant? Are you happy with the size of those or do you wish you could have gone bigger? Just wondering. . .personally, I'd pick out the one I'm comfortable with, not the one my DH would like, especially if that size is outside of my comfort range.

 

[junebug17]

Date: 8/10/2009 7:01:11 PM
Author: MC
How big are your studs and diamond pendant? Are you happy with the size of those or do you wish you could have gone bigger? Just wondering. . .personally, I''d pick out the one I''m comfortable with, not the one my DH would like, especially if that size is outside of my comfort range.

You make a good point MC, I didn''t mean to be pushy in my post, perhaps Db2 should just go for the one more in her comfort zone, I just figured the two stones are similar in size, and what an easy way to make hubby happy. But in the end she should get the one she prefers.

 

[misssoph]

Hi I am Australian too. I wear a 0.90 carat solitaire. It is larger than most peoples diamonds I see, I do notice though that younger women in similar financial/professional circumstances to me do seem to be wearing larger diamonds than perhaps 10 or 15 years ago when I got mine. I think 1.1 carats would be fine, particularly since "upgrading" is less usual here than it seems to be in the US judging by this forum.

 

[D2B]

Thanks ladies, you are all so wonderful

well, my studs are 33c each, and my eternity is 15 points and just right for my hand and ears - I have small hands (short and small! - and the only time it has ever been an advantage is when diamond buying

I love the size of my other pieces, they stand out where I am, but I feel they are a good size for someone who likes her diamonds.

Hmmm, my e-ring is a three stone, so the stone will not be alone and will have good finger coverage.

arghh, I keep on swaying backwards and forwards - I think I wil put up the secs and see what comes out of that - it was a great suggestion.

thanks
got to go and pick up my little one

db

 

[AprilBaby]

I am American so I say go bigger!

The 1.12 will be lovely!