Does this setting make the stone look too small?

[frugaljoe]

As the title suggests: Does the setting in the picture below (taken quickly and in bad light, with a low quality camera) make the diamond look small or overwhelmed? This is a 1.1ct stone, in a tiffany style platinum setting; it appears that the crown is intended for a larger stone. You can just make out the space between the tip of the stone and the bottom of the crown. Also, now that I''ve gotten this home and really spent some time with it, I''m not a huge fan of how deep into the ring setting the prongs extend. Finally, is there a way to have the tips of the prongs made smaller?

I''ve only had this set for a short period of time; it done by a local respected jeweler. I''m wondering what a typical exchange policy would be. Any help or advice would be appreciated.

 

[somethingshiny]

It does look off to me. THe tips are really big considering that''s a 1ct stone!

I don''t know what may be done about it, but I''d definitely check with the jeweler.

Good Luck!

 

[LadyAmythyst69]

The prongs do look a bit heavy.

 

[frugaljoe]

Another photo.

 

[frugaljoe]

Last one.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

The crown is probably not too large for the stone, it is just too high a crown. Most people here prefer medium to low set crowns so that the diamond does not hit or catch on things. You can ask for the prong tips to be as delicate as possible. But I''d ask them to change out the crown (head) and get one that is lower first.

 

[frugaljoe]

Date: 10/4/2007 11:50:40 PM
Author: diamondseeker2006
The crown is probably not too large for the stone, it is just too high a crown. Most people here prefer medium to low set crowns so that the diamond does not hit or catch on things. You can ask for the prong tips to be as delicate as possible. But I''d ask them to change out the crown (head) and get one that is lower first.

Thanks for the fast response. I was worried that I was being too much of a pain, or neurotic (the latter is still likely true . However, is changing the crown, or for smaller prong tips something that can be done relatively quickly? What would you expect to pay for those kinds of services, given that the setting is less than 72 hours old, and I paid a premium to have it done at a local jeweler?

Thanks again.

 

[Tacori E-ring]

I agree it seems a little high.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Is the setting white gold or platinum? That looks like a standard Stuller (or similar) setting. They are not very expensive. But I think the jeweler should just order you a new ring since it is brand new.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Same basic setting from WF:

http://www.whiteflash.com/golden-wardrobe/Gold_Details.aspx?ItemCode=ST6PW&CategID=13#

If you click on enlarge, you can see the bottom of the diamond is down close to the level of the shank. Yours is set too high up and I would tell the jeweler you aren''t happy with it like that.

 

[frugaljoe]

Date: 10/4/2007 11:58:13 PM
Author: diamondseeker2006
Is the setting white gold or platinum? That looks like a standard Stuller (or similar) setting. They are not very expensive. But I think the jeweler should just order you a new ring since it is brand new.

It''s a platinum setting. The problem is that I''m running up against a very tight deadline, and need the ring for this weekend. I presume shortening the prongs, or filing down the tips is not something that could be done in one business day, correct?

 

[Kaleigh]

I agree, it''s too high. Tell them you want a head that sits lower on the shank. And while you''re at it, let them know how you want the prongs, they do look a tad heavy.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I don''t think they would shorten the prongs, it needs a new head or whole new ring. I doubt very seriously that they could do it tomorrow unless they just happen to have another ring in stock in the right size with the lower head. But I''d call the minute they open and ask. And if necessary, tell them to order it and be prepared to change it out for her next week. She won''t want to give up the ring, so they should do the reset while she waits for it!

 

[frugaljoe]

Thanks for the suggestions. My plan is to actually go to the store when they open tomorrow morning, with the assumption that someone standing there in front of them will get better results than a phone call.

This was a stock, instore setting that was sized to 5.5 (I was told the standard was a 6). Is requesting a new setting an unreasonable request, or I suppose, whether or not it''s reasonable, should I be expecting to pay for the new setting as well?

 

[lyra]

I also think the prongs are overwhelming the stone, but since you are under a time constraint, I don''t have any quick suggestions. A 4 prong setting would show off the stone more, and it could be set lower, but all these things take time. See if your jeweller can help out in any way for the short term. Good luck.

 

[surfgirl]

I''d have the head lowered and have the stone set as low as possible, and ask for new prongs that are perhaps thinner, more delicate and claw style. Perhaps your shank/band is too thick/wide as well? Thinner will make the stone look more delicate and perhaps a touch bigger.

 

[kcoursolle]

I don''t know if it makes the stone small, but I honestly don''t really like the setting either. It''s a bit clunky and doesn''t highlight the stone very well. I like simple solitaires that are set lower, have sleek sweeping lines, and delicate pointy prongs. If you don''t have time you could propose with this setting and then offer to have her pick out the setting that she would like.