Long-time lurker, first time posting! I've really learned a lot from reading threads on PriceScope for the last several months, especially concerning sapphires -- thanks, everyone! My fiance and I have settled on a 6mm medium-blue, sparkly Ceylon sapphire for my engagement ring and are now thinking of settings.
I've noticed that most rings here are prong-set and/or have elaborate, beautiful diamond halos, and are an absolute delight to look at. Seriously gorgeous! But myself being a petite and low-key kind of girl, I'm thinking of a yellow gold, no halo, maybe pave band, bezel setting for my blue sapphire. I find yellow gold suits my skin tone better, and I'm leaning towards a discreet (not too thick) bezel setting to protect the center stone long term (want to make it a one-time purchase, we're sentimental and are not keen on upgrading anytime), keep it low maintenance (no check-ups for the prongs), and keep it low-set (no snagging on clothes or hair, no knocking it against things). I'd love to wear it daily (aside from exercising, showering, cooking, etc.).
I'm wondering, with a size 2.25 or 2.5 finger, will a bezel set 6mm sapphire be too big or clunky? Would a bezel setting darken the sapphire too much? Should I consider a more open gallery? Would a cathedral setting be advised if the ring is too bulbous and top-heavy?
Any advice on keeping the stone/ring clean, sparkly and pretty with daily wear, in regards to a bezel setting (cup vs. more open gallery)?
I like the delicate and dainty look so am leaning towards a 2mm wide band, but also want to be practical and reduce the possibility of damage/warping. Would a 2mm band be too thin? If I wanted a few pave-set diamonds on each side, would that affect the integrity of the band?
We'll probably go over these questions with the jeweler as well, but as neither me nor my fiance have ever made such an expensive purchase or have experience with gemstones or fine jewelry, your thoughts and advice are much appreciated!
I've noticed that most rings here are prong-set and/or have elaborate, beautiful diamond halos, and are an absolute delight to look at. Seriously gorgeous! But myself being a petite and low-key kind of girl, I'm thinking of a yellow gold, no halo, maybe pave band, bezel setting for my blue sapphire. I find yellow gold suits my skin tone better, and I'm leaning towards a discreet (not too thick) bezel setting to protect the center stone long term (want to make it a one-time purchase, we're sentimental and are not keen on upgrading anytime), keep it low maintenance (no check-ups for the prongs), and keep it low-set (no snagging on clothes or hair, no knocking it against things). I'd love to wear it daily (aside from exercising, showering, cooking, etc.).
I'm wondering, with a size 2.25 or 2.5 finger, will a bezel set 6mm sapphire be too big or clunky? Would a bezel setting darken the sapphire too much? Should I consider a more open gallery? Would a cathedral setting be advised if the ring is too bulbous and top-heavy?
Any advice on keeping the stone/ring clean, sparkly and pretty with daily wear, in regards to a bezel setting (cup vs. more open gallery)?
I like the delicate and dainty look so am leaning towards a 2mm wide band, but also want to be practical and reduce the possibility of damage/warping. Would a 2mm band be too thin? If I wanted a few pave-set diamonds on each side, would that affect the integrity of the band?
We'll probably go over these questions with the jeweler as well, but as neither me nor my fiance have ever made such an expensive purchase or have experience with gemstones or fine jewelry, your thoughts and advice are much appreciated!
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