Help with Marquise Vintage Engagement Ring

[msop04]

I'm with Niel on this one... the diamond doesn't look good, is yellow, and has a bow-tie for days. Stylewise, I think you could find something similar and have a really nice MQ set in it.

Are we looking at the same ring? It doesn't look obviously yellow to me and I'm color-sensitive. Plus, you have to remember, his girfriend isn't part of ____ percent of the population told by Pricescope to hate bowties.

It sounds like his girlfriend leans toward real vintage, and those with MQs are hard to find not in the 80s style. It's just an option.

Well, EB, if your looking at the ring on the bolded link, that's the ring I'm talking about. It looks like it's tinged with yellow, but has been "corrected" on the computer (due to how the metal looks funny). I'm not color sensitive, so I don't mind lower colors (I own a J ering). But the main thing that bugs me about it is the bow-tie. I don't think they're pretty. Others may love looking down and seeing a big black bar across their fancy cut, but I'm just not one of them... no matter how soft, charming, or ornate the setting may be. I guess it's just a matter of preference.

 

[Niel]

Well, here's a stunner
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=321452618891&alt=web

 

[ponder]

Well, here's a stunner
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=321452618891&alt=web

That is really lovely. Could you pair a band with it? Not that you have to, but alot of folks are very traditional. I personally don't wear a band with mine.

 

[Travelgal]

Niel you are the best bargain hunter. I LOVE that James Allen marquise you posted. If it were me, I would buy that and set it in a very simple setting with straight baguettes or solitaire to show it off. I am not typically a halo fan, but it might look really pretty with an emerald halo and plain shank to play off the Ireland history.

I also love the CES ring I posted knowing that she's from Ireland and its got an emerald halo, it's a true vintage and its unique. Not as big of a center stone, but the vendor might know some of the history which could be a cool bonus.

 

[msop04]

Well here's a PS worthy eye clean f
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/marquise-cut/0.70-carat-f-color-si1-clarity-sku-274517

I think this is the best one yet -- soooo lovely! It looks to be an antique too...

 

[vintagelover229]

Look at this sexy beast! You'll have a decent budget for a setting too-esp. if you love that vintage looking one I'm sure David Klass can work within the remaining budget to make you a stunning ring

http://www.jewelsbygrace.com/1-10ct-vintage-marquise-cut-diamond-gia-l-vvs2.html#.VIskbyWP87x

 

[Niel]

Look at this sexy beast! You'll have a decent budget for a setting too-esp. if you love that vintage looking one I'm sure David Klass can work within the remaining budget to make you a stunning ring

http://www.jewelsbygrace.com/1-10ct-vintage-marquise-cut-diamond-gia-l-vvs2.html#.VIskbyWP87x

An L is a really low color for a marquise.

 

[msop04]

Look at this sexy beast! You'll have a decent budget for a setting too-esp. if you love that vintage looking one I'm sure David Klass can work within the remaining budget to make you a stunning ring

http://www.jewelsbygrace.com/1-10ct-vintage-marquise-cut-diamond-gia-l-vvs2.html#.VIskbyWP87x

An L is a really low color for a marquise.

This MQ is large, no doubt, BUT...

- it's not an antique

- at an L color, it's gonna be super tinted (MQ will show more color than rounds, and an L round is pretty yellow)

- unless your FF has seen an L colored MQ, I wouldn't even consider it for an ering.

I still say the JA antique cut MQ checks all the boxes... old cut (check), small/little bow-tie (check), nice size (check), within budget (check). I would at least have JA put it on hold if you haven't already, because I -- I mean a LURKER -- may snatch it up.

 

[emmebee]

OMG, get the JA antique cut marquise!! It is amazinggg!!

And when I saw those inspiration photos, they really reminded me of this stunning setting by Erika Winters! - you could have it custom made for the marquise shape.. perfectly vintage!
http://erikawinters.com/Engagement-Rings-Helena-Split-Shank-Solitaire.html#.VIs9njHF9wY

 

[vintagelover229]

As someone who just went from an H to an N I personally don't see color being an issue. Grace says is a lovely stone but so is the JA-I'm just giving him all the options so he can choose what's best for himself.

Now I realize this isn't split shank but I've always LOVED this setting and it has a nice matching band. Nice unique antique flare too

http://www.danforthdiamond.com/catalog/details/8756/14K-White-Gold-Engraved-Engagement-Ring-with-Round-Channel-Set-Diamond-Side-Stones-%28.25-ct.-tw.%29

They might be able to switch out the gemstones on this one but it's not as antique as many of the other ones

http://www.danforthdiamond.com/catalog/details/5992/14K-White-Gold-Engraved-Woman%27s-Engagement-Ring-with-Six-2.5-mm-Blue-Sapphire-Side-Stones

ETA: I personally prefer the JA stone as well but he might want a bit more size. Great price though and would give him plenty of room for a nice setting.

 

[Niel]

As someone who just went from an H to an N I personally don't see color being an issue. Grace says is a lovely stone but so is the JA-I'm just giving him all the options so he can choose what's best for himself.

Now I realize this isn't split shank but I've always LOVED this setting and it has a nice matching band. Nice unique antique flare too

http://www.danforthdiamond.com/catalog/details/8756/14K-White-Gold-Engraved-Engagement-Ring-with-Round-Channel-Set-Diamond-Side-Stones-%28.25-ct.-tw.%29

They might be able to switch out the gemstones on this one but it's not as antique as many of the other ones

http://www.danforthdiamond.com/catalog/details/5992/14K-White-Gold-Engraved-Woman%27s-Engagement-Ring-with-Six-2.5-mm-Blue-Sapphire-Side-Stones

ETA: I personally prefer the JA stone as well but he might want a bit more size. Great price though and would give him plenty of room for a nice setting.

I have an M marquise.
I chose it myself, like you chose your stone yourself.
As a first time buyer for someone else, its not a great idea to get a noticeably tinted stone.

If she does her homework and decides that it works for her, that's a different story, but as he came here for advise I think its important to point out why a stone might not work for him. As someone with less diamond knowledge, I'd hate for him to take our advise without all the information.

And a mq will not behave anything like a chunky round will. Especially in regards to color.

I just want him to have all the information, and get the ring with the best chance of satisfying the recipient. And a high color marquise is an acquired taste.

 

[Niel]

This style is another great one, if you like the split shank look. Some photos I found, one with diamonds, one with sapphires.

 

[arkieb1]

This is one I have pinned, has a halo antique style and best of all really user friendly to wear. There are some really cool looking rings set East West instead of North South as well.....

Or how about just a larger centre stone version of something like this, simple, elegant;

http://www.diamondsbylauren.com/index.php/jewelry/diamond-halo-ring-36ct-k-vs1-daussi-marquise-diamond-beautiful-halo-r3627

 

[vintagelover229]

This style is another great one, if you like the split shank look. Some photos I found, one with diamonds, one with sapphires.

Ohhhhh the sapphire one is amazing!!

 

[ponder]

As someone who just went from an H to an N I personally don't see color being an issue. Grace says is a lovely stone but so is the JA-I'm just giving him all the options so he can choose what's best for himself.

Now I realize this isn't split shank but I've always LOVED this setting and it has a nice matching band. Nice unique antique flare too

http://www.danforthdiamond.com/catalog/details/8756/14K-White-Gold-Engraved-Engagement-Ring-with-Round-Channel-Set-Diamond-Side-Stones-%28.25-ct.-tw.%29

They might be able to switch out the gemstones on this one but it's not as antique as many of the other ones

http://www.danforthdiamond.com/catalog/details/5992/14K-White-Gold-Engraved-Woman%27s-Engagement-Ring-with-Six-2.5-mm-Blue-Sapphire-Side-Stones

ETA: I personally prefer the JA stone as well but he might want a bit more size. Great price though and would give him plenty of room for a nice setting.

I have an M marquise.
I chose it myself, like you chose your stone yourself.
As a first time buyer for someone else, its not a great idea to get a noticeably tinted stone.

If she does her homework and decides that it works for her, that's a different story, but as he came here for advise I think its important to point out why a stone might not work for him. As someone with less diamond knowledge, I'd hate for him to take our advise without all the information.

And a mq will not behave anything like a chunky round will. Especially in regards to color.

I just want him to have all the information, and get the ring with the best chance of satisfying the recipient. And a high color marquise is an acquired taste.

I completely agree with the color being too low for a surprise mq. My mq is and L/M and in a lot of situations its tinted enough that I think that if I ever reset I should maybe do a gold cup and possibly bring a light fancy yellow look to it.

 

[LoversKites]

http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/marquise-cut/0.70-carat-f-color-si1-clarity-sku-274517
^ no guarantee that's a true antique but based on the cut I think its the closest thing you'll find loose. And I personally believe it is

Read a review about that exact stone here:

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/thoughts-on-these-two-antique-marquise-diamonds.199765/page-2']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/thoughts-on-these-two-antique-marquise-diamonds.199765/page-2[/URL]

Well either the OP or someone else has that mq on hold. It's a really nice one, good find.

 

[mower14]

http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/marquise-cut/0.70-carat-f-color-si1-clarity-sku-274517
^ no guarantee that's a true antique but based on the cut I think its the closest thing you'll find loose. And I personally believe it is

Read a review about that exact stone here:

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/thoughts-on-these-two-antique-marquise-diamonds.199765/page-2']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/thoughts-on-these-two-antique-marquise-diamonds.199765/page-2[/URL]

Well either the OP or someone else has that mq on hold. It's a really nice one, good find.

It wasn't me that reserved that diamond. I guess someone else saw it. Do people think its wise to reserve a diamond even if I'm not 100% sure about the setting? (if I go down the route of building a ring) I can understand that I may have let one slip through my fingers, but I also wouldn't want to pay for something that didn't work with the final design. Thanks.

 

[Niel]

http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/marquise-cut/0.70-carat-f-color-si1-clarity-sku-274517
^ no guarantee that's a true antique but based on the cut I think its the closest thing you'll find loose. And I personally believe it is

Read a review about that exact stone here:

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/thoughts-on-these-two-antique-marquise-diamonds.199765/page-2']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/thoughts-on-these-two-antique-marquise-diamonds.199765/page-2[/URL]

Well either the OP or someone else has that mq on hold. It's a really nice one, good find.

It wasn't me that reserved that diamond. I guess someone else saw it. Do people think its wise to reserve a diamond even if I'm not 100% sure about the setting? (if I go down the route of building a ring) I can understand that I may have let one slip through my fingers, but I also wouldn't want to pay for something that didn't work with the final design. Thanks.

Places like James Allen have a 60 day free return period.

But understandable if you want to evaluate your situation before buying anything.

Watch that stone, it may get returned.

 

[Mnmuffin]

This one was just posted on Trumpet and Horns Instagram. It won't be on their site for tomorrow but if it ends up under budget would be gorgeous. Is is the kind of thing she is after or does she want a prong setting? Any luck on a Pinterest page?

 

[Mnmuffin]

I just heard from Trumpet and Horn that ring I just posted with the emerald halo is going to be listed for $4,400 if you love it I would email them get the stats if you want and get it on hold!!!

 

[Niel]

Oh wow!

 

[tmot14]

Gorgeous, and what a great price!

 

[Travelgal]

I just saw the T&H ring too. In my opinion, holy grail. Stunning.

 

[asscher_girl]

Not sure if you've seen this, it's super pretty
http://www.rubylane.com/item/1113671-WJ000036/Ladies-18-Karat-White-Gold-Marquise

I don't know if she would like this setting, but price is right:
http://www.rubylane.com/item/726095-JWL877/1-40ct-Marquise-Diamond-Ring-Engagement

 

[motownmama]

https://www.etsy.com/listing/161776916/21-carat-vintage-art-deco-style-diamond?ref=shop_home_active_8

I now you're showing rings dissimilar to this one "Blue" posted above, but I think this looks lovely and one-of-a-kind, which you say she likes.

 

[Mnmuffin]

Here's the listing for the Avery ring with stats:
http://www.trumpetandhorn.com/

I think this would be pretty perfect. It's original 1920's so it's look is very stylish now and especially for someone in their 20's --this is a really great look and will be classic looking for longevity. it has a low profile and is protected by a bezel so it would be unobtrusive if she decided to wear it for work and just daily life having a bezel halo is so nice because you don't have to baby your ring. Some of these more 40s or 50s rings that have been posted I'm afraid wouldn't appeal as much to someone younger, especially if she specified 20's. It's an F-G color so colorless or near colorless so you wouldn't end to worry about that--although I think women who request vintage or antique rings are not as concerned with color.

Lots of people seemed interested on Instagram so I would check with her friend and think about ordering it. They have free overnight shipping and free returns (you would need to return it within 5 days for a full cash refund) they will also hold it for you until you propose on the off chance she would want to return it so you're still in the five day window.

What do you think?

 

[LoversKites]

I just saw the T&H ring too. In my opinion, holy grail. Stunning.

+1

 

[motownmama]

The T & H sure is pretty, but the marquise is .38 - kinda small. Their website shows a handshot.

 

[Niel]

The T & H sure is pretty, but the marquise is .38 - kinda small. Their website shows a handshot.

Right. Small, particularly for the price. And the strait head shot does not bode well for the cut quality.... But I guess it depends on what's most important to you.

 

[Niel]

Rosebloom found this I can't take credit but ....