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I thought I could make this decision, but I could use some input. This is my 20th anniversary ring. The proportions just are not right, but I can''t seem to decide what is right. The center stone is 2.01 RB and the side stones are 1 carat tw (1/2 ct each side). It seems to me that the 2 carat stone just isn''t large enough for the busy side stones. I love the setting and am not willing to part with it. From the side, it looks fine, but from the top, it looks more like and band. I''m going for a solitaire with a sparkly band look. I''ve looked at larger stones, but I simply can''t picture what it will look like once mounted. What size will it take to hold its own with the side stones? Any pictures or suggestions?

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Here''s the top picture of the ring.

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actually, if you like the setting that much, i''m not sure what choice you have. of course you can always get a bigger stone, there''s no limit (other than financial) stopping you. but from the top view, it looks like the center stone is already ''overlapping'' the side stones a bit. if you go much bigger i think the center stone will overwhelm the rest of the ring.
 
I wondered about the overlapping myself. I think that''s why the jeweler mentioned cutting the band to make room if I upgrade the center stone. My concern is mainly that the center stone is not much wider than the band. It seems to diminish that beautiful 2 ct.
 
it all depends on the look you''re going for.
do you have a wider angle hand shot?
 
It must look different in person. I think that ring looks perfect. I think you are very lucky!
 
I agree that the center stone looks lost from the top down view. Part of it for me is that the side stones appear to be squares set on their points? So they are different shape than the center round which I think is one thing, the points of the squares seem to be aligning almost closely with the round and taking attention away from the center because the eye is drawn to the points of the side stones competing with the center IMO.

I'd set that big yummy round in a solitaire or something where the center stands on it's own! It looks awesome, and I don't love that whole setting, it's too 'busy' for me. I think even if you get a bigger center, aka 3c, it would still look a bit 'off' with the setting. Just my own thoughts!
 
also...what is the mm width on the band and the current stone?
 
If you''re not willing to part with the setting what about a princess instead of an RB?

Scintillating...
 
Here''s a wider shot of the ''band'' look.

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I was thinking of a 3 ct as Mara mentioned. Maybe I should just pull the diamond and have it put in a new setting and put a smaller diamond in this setting for a right hand ring. That''s a very good suggestion. I do wonder if a 3 ct would do the trick in this setting though. Anyone have a ring similar to this?
 
Belle - The measurement of the center stone, prongs and all, is 10mm. The band, prongs and all, 8 mm. I''d never thought to measure that before. Now I see why the entire ring looks like a band. Good suggestion.

Marlene - You''re right. It is a lovely ring and I am very lucky. Just a little something that is not quite right about it to me.

Scintillating - The jeweler suggested the princess, too. I rejected that idea in the store, but now I''m willing to consider it.

Thanks
 
i think it looks very proportionate the way it is. do you want the look of a smaller solitaire band? i just don''t think increasing the center stone size is the answer for that setting. i think the round looks beautiful in there, but you could gain some size by using a princess that has a longer l/w ratio to elongate more past the band.
.....just some food for thought.
 
To me making the center stone bigger just makes the whole thing ''busier'' and will not necessarily make that center stand out THAT much more. I think the center is visible here but the whole ring is very wide and commanding so the center stone does not take ''center stage''. Which is fine if that''s what you are okay with but the subject of the post suggests you feel like your setting is overpowering your 2c. A 2c stone is a substantial size so I don''t think it should end up being outshined! I like your idea of setting the 2c in another setting where that big stone can shine and think maybe you could put another princess in the center of the ring more in proportion to the side stones for a RHR.
 
I agree with the above post. Set the 2ct in another setting and use your current setting as a RHR with a different stone in it. I don''t see a 3ct looking any better in that setting. The setting is very nice though and I can see why you don''t want to part with it.
 
I agree with Mara. I don''t think putting a 3 ct stone in that wide of a setting is going to make the difference that you are looking for.

Your stone now looks lovely though and should definitely be showcased!
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your round brilliant looks gorgeous but i must say I think the setting does nothing for it. it looks like a muddle of stones to me. if you had a row of little rounds leading away from the center i think it would be less "overwhelming" to the center.............i agree i dont care for the "squares" that the sides are set into
 
I''m not sure I love the square side stones either, but my husband chose the setting and thus I''m not willing to part with it. If at all possible, I would like to make it work for the left hand, but I also want to love it. That''s why I''ve been thinking of changing the center stone. I figured what''s not to love about a 3 ct and it also might not be overpowered by the wide band. However, after reading the suggestions, it seems I have options that I hadn''t considered. I also have wondered if the basket or prongs should be different. Possibly a higher setting could make the difference, but I want it to be wearable. The basket seems large to me, but perhaps that''s what that setting needs. The ring was purchased from a jeweler in Austin and they are willing to accommodate whatever I''d like to do. Now, if I just knew what that was. I have a real problem imagining how options will look when finished.
 
Your center stone is BEAUTIFUL but lost in the current setting. I agree that an even larger stone would possibly be lost as well. As others have said, set your current center in another setting and use this setting for a right hand ring. I think a colored stone such as a sapphire would look AMAZING in the center of your current setting. The contrast of the colored stone against the side stones would really show off the ring! Let us know what you decide.
 
Oooh, Oooh, I vote for the sapphire in that setting as well. It would really stand out, and put that 2 ct. in a setting that showcases it. Let us know what you decide to do.

Shay
 
Date: 9/1/2005 8:34:17 AM
Author: Libster
Your center stone is BEAUTIFUL but lost in the current setting. I agree that an even larger stone would possibly be lost as well. As others have said, set your current center in another setting and use this setting for a right hand ring. I think a colored stone such as a sapphire would look AMAZING in the center of your current setting. The contrast of the colored stone against the side stones would really show off the ring! Let us know what you decide.
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well put.........a larger center would look the same i am afraid. a square cushion sapphire would look beautiful with the square''d sides..........then put that fabulous round center into a simple basket flanked with a bead set band
 
Hmm.

Have you considered having your setting "re-sized"? You could have the jeweler build you a setting that this the same as this one.. same pattern with the side stones.. but 40% smaller. Take your current sidestones out and use them in a RHR.

But that pattern.. at 40% or 50% smaller might be more compliementary to the center.

The other idea would be to put that 2ct on a plain tiffany solitare band.. THEN on your band - take the head out, and replace that area with the same pattern of diamonds. So, the "band" is actually a "band". So you keep your sentimental value.. and then have the solitaire ring next to it.

Just an idea..
 
Now that''s a great idea to have the band pattern completed and the solitaire on another band next to it. I certainly hadn''t thought of that. It seems to be the best of both worlds.
 
I like that last idea Laney, I''d alluded to doing that a bit up above in my 2nd post but not as eloquently. It was late.
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What about having a colored stone put into the setting you have and putting your center diamond into another pave-type setting?
 
Colored stone . . . hmm. I''ve never even thought of something other than a diamond for this ring. I think I''ll check into that, too. I like to make snap decisions and go on to the next thing, but this is going to take some work on my part. I guess just sticking a larger RB in the center seemed quick and easy to me. I''m now motivated to do some research. I''ll call my jeweler in the morning and see what they can line up for me to come view. In the mean time, any other suggestions would be great. You guys are teaching me to think outside the box.

Thanks!
Shelley
 
Honestly I think the setting is so busy that no RB will look quite right in it. I would keep your very lovely RB and put it is a more simple, cleaner if you will, setting. As for that mounting if you truely love it why not buy a princess of some sort and set in on an angle the way the stones are?
 
I agree with Matatora. If you weren''t truly happy you wouldn''t be asking the question. Your 2 ct stone is gorgeous. Your current setting does not show it off very well. I like the "3rd" setting that was approached to you. Get a radiant or square to show off the setting, but get a simpler setting to show off the diamond!!! What I would give to have a 2 ct diamond to show off!!!
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Oooh, I love Laney''s idea of having the band pattern completed on the ring and wearing it as a band with the 2ct in a simple solitaire setting beside it!!! That way you get to keep the setting your hubby picked out, and you can put that 2ct sparkler in a setting that will let it shine all on its own!! You get more versatility that way, too.
 
N'ah.... the pattern of the setting would be so nice as a wide band
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Usually there are matching bands for such settings so you may be able to trade in the current setting for the band (which goes right on the right hand) and set the 2 carat round on some more flattering support. If the rounds' settings has to have some princess diamonds in it to match the right hand ring, than a row of small princesses along the shank woul just make a row of glitter - matching both the round stone an the other band.

This is the sort of thing I had in mind - the cushion in the picture is smaller than your roun diamon: itis 1.3 cts, which is smaller face up than 1.3cts round. The princess cuts in the shank are .7cts total - rather dainty. the ring is mae by DBL (see diamondsbylauren.com). Actually... the ring is not that tiny - for some reason the seller insists to show the ring on his size 12 or so fingers !

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IMO, colored stones would probably stand out against the backdrop of diamonds in your current setting, but this is up to you.
 
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