How big for a DBTY style necklace? Input frm current owners?

[wildcat03]

I've been thinking/dreaming of a DBTY style necklace. I'm trying to decide what size stones I would like. I would like to go slightly larger, but I know that the culets can sometimes get a little pokey. This probably wouldn't bother me too much, but I have insanely sensitive skin so is likely to make it red/irritated if they stick out too much. Any thoughts from those who currently own and wear regularly on optimal stone size?

Thanks!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Re: How big for a DBTY style necklace? Input frm current own

You normally can't feel the stones at all. I have one with 9 point stones and one with 14 point stones. I would say 12 points or larger would be my preference for a shorter one.

 

[wildcat03]

Re: How big for a DBTY style necklace? Input frm current own

Thanks, diamond seeker.

I am actually thinking about 20 point stones. I've seen pictures of one or two that size and I thought they still looked nice and tasteful. Also, a friend of mine is getting divorced and is selling her rings. Her 7 stone band has high quality 20 pointers in it and she would have no issue with me taking it apart for the project, so it ends up being a win-win situation - I save money on high quality stones and she lets go of something she doesn't want.

 

[ac117]

Re: How big for a DBTY style necklace? Input frm current own

I have a short version with 15 pointers and I sometimes feel the cutlets of the diamonds on the sides of my neck but they tickle more than annoy! I love the size I went with - it has enough presence without being too much for everyday wear. In fact, I haven't taken it off since I received it except to clean it and I've been layering other pieces with it (which is why I wanted a short version). I did try on the tiffany version with 18 pointers and it was stunning but it was over budget even at WF.

I also have a tiffany lariat necklace with an 18 pointer and I don't feel the culet. Good luck! Hope you come back with pictures after you decide!!!

 

[PintoBean]

Re: How big for a DBTY style necklace? Input frm current own

Thanks, diamond seeker.

I am actually thinking about 20 point stones. I've seen pictures of one or two that size and I thought they still looked nice and tasteful. Also, a friend of mine is getting divorced and is selling her rings. Her 7 stone band has high quality 20 pointers in it and she would have no issue with me taking it apart for the project, so it ends up being a win-win situation - I save money on high quality stones and she lets go of something she doesn't want.

I have 20 pointers! They don't bother my skin My thread has some pics for your reference:
[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/erd-dbty-7-x-0-20ct-1-4-ctw-idj-dbty-earrings.189047/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/erd-dbty-7-x-0-20ct-1-4-ctw-idj-dbty-earrings.189047/[/URL]

 

[ennui]

Re: How big for a DBTY style necklace? Input frm current own

You probably already know this, but when you have the stones set, remember that the necklace is going to roll and flip -- set the stones up down up down, etc.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Re: How big for a DBTY style necklace? Input frm current own

Oh, 20 pointers would be fabulous! Just be sure you have seen bezels from the jeweler who makes it for you. Quality varies a lot.

 

[wildcat03]

Re: How big for a DBTY style necklace? Input frm current own

ennui - I did NOT know that! Thank you!

I'm thinking of asking David Klass for a quote, but yes - will pay close attention to how bezels are done!

The resetting project is probably going to have to wait a little bit so I don't feel guilty for spending too much $$. (Let's face it - I'll feel guilty no matter what, but this just spreads the guilt out over time)