In search of the perfect stone!

[Jade217]

Like the title suggests, I am looking for the perfect stone for myself. My husband and I recently wed so we have wedding bands, but I’m looking for my dream engagement ring. I’ve been a long time follower of Pricescope though I have not posted before. There is so much great information here! Thank you! I’ve been following recent threads where everyone has been so helpful in assisting others in finding their dream rings. I’m hoping I can receive the same help!

For starters, I’d like to stick with Whiteflash. Their available options are always immense and I just feel the most comfortable with their upgrade policy. Not to mention the rave reviews of their ACA diamonds!

I am by no means a diamond expert so I would like some help in narrowing down my options. I would ideally like to stay around the 2ct mark. I know the dimensions can fluctuate a bit as far as mm for a 2ct. I have read here you start noticing a difference at the .2 mm.

Besides that, I’m looking for an eye clean, I-J. I understand diamonds of this caliper are expensive. My husband and I would like to somewhere around the 13k-16.5k mark max for the diamond we will need funds for a platinum setting.

A little hesistant on posting the ones I am looking at because as I recently starting working with Whiteflash, they have mentioned people scooping up recommendations (sorry if this is a controversial topic). We are prepared to buy, but with a hefty purchase we would like to hear from the PS gurus!

If anyone here has any insight, all is welcome! Thanks for you time!

 

[ringo865]

Hi and welcome! Whiteflash is great. As the to put the stones you are looking at "on hold" so you have some time to get insight from pricescopers.

 

[atp223]

When we were buying my original engagement ring from Brian Gavin, we had an I and J sent to a local appraiser so we could determine my color tolerance. I wanted to love the J so that I could get a bigger stone. The I looked perfectly white to us, but the J was (very sadly) too warm. I would highly recommend doing this so you can make sure you are happy with the color!

 

[the_mother_thing]

Ditto the W.F. recommendation!

You can go straight-up with an ACA, or even consider their Expert Selection diamonds to get a little more bang for your buck. My avatar diamond is an ES from W.F., and it’s outstanding! I went with a K because I like a slight bit of body color in my diamonds, and it’s almost too white-facing for me (but this is totally personal preference and depends on the wearer’s color sensitivity).

Parameters that are usually suggested to nail down a great performer in ideal-cut range (you’ll find these either in WF’s description or on the accompanying grading report - AGS or GIA):

• table: 54-58
• depth: 60-62.3
• crown angle: 34-35.0 (up to 35.5 crown angle can sometimes work with a 40.6 pav angle)
• pavilion angle: 40.6-40.9 (sometimes 41.0 if the crown angle is close to 34)

Then you’ll plug the specs of a few of those that catch your eye most into the HCA tool (https://www.pricescope.com/tools/hca) to see if they score < 2 AND have Light Return, Fire & Scintillation results = Excellent, and Spread = Very Good (normal for ideals); discard any that score >2. I *think* most WF Expert Selection diamonds will be in those ranges, or they might be just slightly outside in one or two areas, so if they are, definitely use the HCA tool as noted.

Put on hold with WF those that you narrow down through the above, and post links to them here for PSers to help you decide which looks the best & why. Just know that the hold timeframe (I believe) is only 24 hours, so do your search, whittle down the ones that pass the HCA test (assuming they’re not ACAs), put them on hold, then post the links.

Good luck!

 

[Jade217]

Hi and welcome! Whiteflash is great. As the to put the stones you are looking at "on hold" so you have some time to get insight from pricescopers.

Thank you for the advice, I actually did do that for one stone but I wasn't 100% set on it. It is also difficult because they only let you put one on hold for 24 hours. I honestly understand though because right now I'm all over with which one is the right one or even perhaps the right one.

I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed, on a site like Whiteflash it's not like you're choosing a needle in haystack, they all look so great that I feel like I'm searching for the perfect needle in a needlestack, if that makes any sense!

When we were buying my original engagement ring from Brian Gavin, we had an I and J sent to a local appraiser so we could determine my color tolerance. I wanted to love the J so that I could get a bigger stone. The I looked perfectly white to us, but the J was (very sadly) too warm. I would highly recommend doing this so you can make sure you are happy with the color!

I appreciate your input. I'm considering doing something along these lines, where I potentially buy one or two to see which one we like better. It's hard to tell what I'll really like if it's not in front of my eyes. We did go ring shopping in person and there was times the J bothered me, but I think it could of been more because of the cut because there were times the J didn't bother me at all.

Ditto the W.F. recommendation!

You can go straight-up with an ACA, or even consider their Expert Selection diamonds to get a little more bang for your buck. My avatar diamond is an ES from W.F., and it’s outstanding! I went with a K because I like a slight bit of body color in my diamonds, and it’s almost too white-facing for me (but this is totally personal preference and depends on the wearer’s color sensitivity).

Parameters that are usually suggested to nail down a great performer in ideal-cut range (you’ll find these either in WF’s description or on the accompanying grading report - AGS or GIA):

• table: 54-58
• depth: 60-62.3
• crown angle: 34-35.0 (up to 35.5 crown angle can sometimes work with a 40.6 pav angle)
• pavilion angle: 40.6-40.9 (sometimes 41.0 if the crown angle is close to 34)

Then you’ll plug the specs of a few of those that catch your eye most into the HCA tool (https://www.pricescope.com/tools/hca) to see if they score < 2 AND have Light Return, Fire & Scintillation results = Excellent, and Spread = Very Good (normal for ideals); discard any that score >2. I *think* most WF Expert Selection diamonds will be in those ranges, or they might be just slightly outside in one or two areas, so if they are, definitely use the HCA tool as noted.

Put on hold with WF those that you narrow down through the above, and post links to them here for PSers to help you decide which looks the best & why. Just know that the hold timeframe (I believe) is only 24 hours, so do your search, whittle down the ones that pass the HCA test (assuming they’re not ACAs), put them on hold, then post the links.

Good luck!

Thank you, I will look into this. I am sticking solely to ACA though so I'm not sure how much HCA will help me, but I will plug it in!

 

[sledge]

I definitely recommend calling WF and putting stones on-hold while you make final decisions. This just locks them up and prevents poaching. When you put them on hold, also ask them to pull the stones in question (and other similar stones as well) and confirm color level (more info below) and also to confirm all stones are eye clean (more info below on that too).

Have you seen an AGS certified I & J colored stone in-person? Only asking because while still very white, it does have a slight tint. Yes, it will face up more white being a super ideal, etc. but if you are color sensitive this has to be considered. I only ask because I bought my fiancee an H not realizing she was hyper color sensitive and wish I had bought a better color.

Also, are you aware there is more subjectivity in grading of I/J colored stones? Meaning there could be a "high J" meaning almost I, or a "low J" meaning almost K.

Do you and WF have the same meaning of eye clean? Those with keen vision or suffering from mind clean issues may prefer a more strict definition.

What Is Your Definition Of ‘Eye-Clean’?
The Whiteflash baseline definition of eye-clean is:

No inclusions visible to the naked eye of a person with 20/20 vision when viewing the diamond in the face-up position at a distance of approximately 10 inches under normal overhead lighting .

Distance, lighting and human vision all influence this judgment. There is no universally agreed upon definition of eye-clean in the trade so we developed this one in order to communicate meaningfully with our customers. 10 inches is the ‘distance of most distinct vision’ as defined by the field of optometry. It is also a basis used by the AGS Laboratory in light performance grading, and so this is a logical standard and a practical baseline.

Diamonds graded by AGS and GIA with clarities of VS or above are almost always completely eye-clean by the above standard. On our website diamond detail pages Si clarity diamonds include an icon indicating when the diamond is eye-clean.

*For practical guidance see our page on diamond clarity. For more in-depth information see our page on clarity grading at the lab.

That said, here are some suggestions. Keep in my mind, my comments are just being nit picky as these are all ACA's and will be great performers overall.

WF ACA 2.115ct J SI1, 8.24x8.27mm, $16,058 wire
https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4018653.htm

Really like the 34.5/40.7 angle combo. Table is decent at 56.6 (my preference is 54-56 with an emphasis on smaller, but this is definitely acceptable). Lots of fire and gives you the most size. Technically there is a 2.117ct ES available as well, but the cert is nasty and WF states "inquire" under eye clean status so I am not considering that stone a viable option.

Speaking of clarity, I'd really prefer to see the table clean of inclusions. However, on the positive, WF does indicate this is an eye clean stone, which is what you seek.


WF ACA 1.90ct J SI1, 7.95x7.98mm, $13,794 wire
https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4018642.htm

If you are okay with the color, and not too hung up on carat weight you can save a few bucks here by dipping below the magic weight of 2 carats. This stone measures about 0.25mm smaller than the 2.115ct; however, while the difference can be seen on a side to side comparison, I do not believe it's a SIGNIFICANT difference that I would walk away say, "wow, the 2.115ct is sooo much bigger".

Cert is very clean for an SI1 - nothing on the table. Great angle combo of 34.6/40.7, coupled with a 55.9 table.


WF ACA 1.878 I VS2, 7.93x7.96mm, $16,823 wire
https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4018640.htm

My personal favorite. Bump to I color and VS2 clarity. Hits my preferred angle of 34.5/40.7 and table of 55.7. To the naked human eye, this will face up at the same size as the 1.90ct as we will not be able to detect a 0.02mm difference.


WF ACA 1.826ct I VS2, 7.81x7.83mm, $16,002 wire
https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-3925304.htm

Very similar to the above stone, just slightly smaller. Crown 34.5 and pavilion of 40.7 with the 55.8 table looks gorgeous. ASET, IS and H&A images look fantastic. Only issues I see is the inclusions are on the table, but with it being VS2 I doubt it's an issue at all.

Visually, it would be very hard to detect the difference in size between this stone and the 1.90ct or 1.878ct stones as there is only about 0.10mm difference.

 

[the_mother_thing]

Thank you, I will look into this. I am sticking solely to ACA though so I'm not sure how much HCA will help me, but I will plug it in!

If you stick with ACAs, I don’t think you need to bother with the HCA; ACA performance is the ‘cream of the crop’.

 

[sledge]

Thank you, I will look into this. I am sticking solely to ACA though so I'm not sure how much HCA will help me, but I will plug it in!

I see some others responded while I was typing my novel above, lol.

Keep in mind the HCA tool is only valid for GIA certified stones. It uses rather simplistic analysis to predict potential cut quality. With an AGS certified stone, you will have a cut grade assigned by AGS using advanced 3D modeling that supersedes the HCA tool.

Some Expert & Premium Select stones are GIA certified, so this may be helpful. However, also be aware the HCA calculator is simply a elimination tool. For an e-ring, you really want an HCA score of 1-2, and a 1.5 is no better than a 2. It's a pass/fail sort of elimination.

Typically once a stone passes the HCA, you then request either ASET or Idealscope images to confirm true light performance, and H&A imaging to confirm symmetry. With WF, all their ACA, PS and ES stones will already have this imaging loaded on their website for you to review. Analysis of this advanced imaging then needs performed to make a final determination if you want to buy or not.

 

[MissGotRocks]

Working with an associate at WF is probably your best bet. Not sure if stones that are placed on hold are visible to the rest of us. They can go through their stones and recommend to you what they think might fall within your color/clarity and price parameters. They have the ability to actually see and photograph the stones.

Sometimes you have to adjust either size or budget to get to a stone that you feel would be best suited to you. Many have purchased I color stones and been very happy with them and some have been very satisfied with J color stones. You can purchase a stone from them and have it shipped to you loose before you decide to set it to make sure you are good with the color. Seeing tint from the side is different from seeing tint in a face up position so you need to know your tolerances for both color and clarity.

 

[sledge]

Some additional information on color:

• https://www.whiteflash.com/about-di...laboratory-color-grading-of-diamonds-1249.htm
• https://www.whiteflash.com/about-diamonds/diamond-education/the-4-cs-color.htm
  
• https://www.whiteflash.com/about-diamonds/diamond-education/f-color-diamond-1400.htm
  
• https://www.whiteflash.com/about-diamonds/diamond-education/h-color-diamonds-1393.htm
  
• https://www.whiteflash.com/about-diamonds/diamond-education/j-color-diamond-whiteflashcom-1396.htm

 

[msop04]

Since you're sticking with ACA, there's really no vetting to be done. All you need to do is find the largest eye clean stone that fits your budget. I'd only go J if you can get a noticeable increase in size... like 0.2-0.3+ mm extra.

 

[msop04]

If you find you're good with J color, this one is a no-brainer, IMO. HUGE size difference than the others @sledge posted.

https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4018653.htm

 

[Jade217]

If you stick with ACAs, I don’t think you need to bother with the HCA; ACA performance is the ‘cream of the crop’.

Thanks for the reassurance!

Working with an associate at WF is probably your best bet. Not sure if stones that are placed on hold are visible to the rest of us. They can go through their stones and recommend to you what they think might fall within your color/clarity and price parameters. They have the ability to actually see and photograph the stones.

Sometimes you have to adjust either size or budget to get to a stone that you feel would be best suited to you. Many have purchased I color stones and been very happy with them and some have been very satisfied with J color stones. You can purchase a stone from them and have it shipped to you loose before you decide to set it to make sure you are good with the color. Seeing tint from the side is different from seeing tint in a face up position so you need to know your tolerances for both color and clarity.

I definitely recommend calling WF and putting stones on-hold while you make final decisions. This just locks them up and prevents poaching. When you put them on hold, also ask them to pull the stones in question (and other similar stones as well) and confirm color level (more info below) and also to confirm all stones are eye clean (more info below on that too).

Have you seen an AGS certified I & J colored stone in-person? Only asking because while still very white, it does have a slight tint. Yes, it will face up more white being a super ideal, etc. but if you are color sensitive this has to be considered. I only ask because I bought my fiancee an H not realizing she was hyper color sensitive and wish I had bought a better color.

Also, are you aware there is more subjectivity in grading of I/J colored stones? Meaning there could be a "high J" meaning almost I, or a "low J" meaning almost K.

Do you and WF have the same meaning of eye clean? Those with keen vision or suffering from mind clean issues may prefer a more strict definition.




That said, here are some suggestions. Keep in my mind, my comments are just being nit picky as these are all ACA's and will be great performers overall.

WF ACA 2.115ct J SI1, 8.24x8.27mm, $16,058 wire
https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4018653.htm

Really like the 34.5/40.7 angle combo. Table is decent at 56.6 (my preference is 54-56 with an emphasis on smaller, but this is definitely acceptable). Lots of fire and gives you the most size. Technically there is a 2.117ct ES available as well, but the cert is nasty and WF states "inquire" under eye clean status so I am not considering that stone a viable option.

Speaking of clarity, I'd really prefer to see the table clean of inclusions. However, on the positive, WF does indicate this is an eye clean stone, which is what you seek.


WF ACA 1.90ct J SI1, 7.95x7.98mm, $13,794 wire
https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4018642.htm

If you are okay with the color, and not too hung up on carat weight you can save a few bucks here by dipping below the magic weight of 2 carats. This stone measures about 0.25mm smaller than the 2.115ct; however, while the difference can be seen on a side to side comparison, I do not believe it's a SIGNIFICANT difference that I would walk away say, "wow, the 2.115ct is sooo much bigger".

Cert is very clean for an SI1 - nothing on the table. Great angle combo of 34.6/40.7, coupled with a 55.9 table.


WF ACA 1.878 I VS2, 7.93x7.96mm, $16,823 wire
https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4018640.htm

My personal favorite. Bump to I color and VS2 clarity. Hits my preferred angle of 34.5/40.7 and table of 55.7. To the naked human eye, this will face up at the same size as the 1.90ct as we will not be able to detect a 0.02mm difference.


WF ACA 1.826ct I VS2, 7.81x7.83mm, $16,002 wire
https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-3925304.htm

Very similar to the above stone, just slightly smaller. Crown 34.5 and pavilion of 40.7 with the 55.8 table looks gorgeous. ASET, IS and H&A images look fantastic. Only issues I see is the inclusions are on the table, but with it being VS2 I doubt it's an issue at all.

Visually, it would be very hard to detect the difference in size between this stone and the 1.90ct or 1.878ct stones as there is only about 0.10mm difference.

If you find you're good with J color, this one is a no-brainer, IMO. HUGE size difference than the others @sledge posted.

https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4018653.htm

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I just eagerly called Whiteflash and put the 2.115 ct back on reserve, it's actually one of the first I considered. I also considered it along with the 1.9 J that I kept in my head. I'm going to narrow it down to a few options and hopefully make my decision by tomorrow!

I have seen some I's and J's and I am definitely ok with I, but J's are situational. I understand it depends a lot more on cut so I am going to ask for more pictures once I narrow it down a bit more. Whiteflash has been so helpful during this whole process so I highly recommend them and I see why everyone else does as well!

I am still considering buying two to see it in person and see which one really catches my eye, but we will see!

With my "main" diamond being on reserve now, I will post some options I am considering.

My 1st choice (on reserve): https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4018653.htm

The rest are in no particular order:
#2: https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4018642.htm

#3: https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4008483.htm

#4: https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-3965477.htm

#5: https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4022276.htm

#6: https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4018639.htm

#7 recommendation from @sledge: https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-3925304.htm

I really don't want to go over the 16.5k mark as it is a true max for the diamond ie read I'm already pushing it lol.

Thanks again for all the help so far everyone! I know I'm splitting hairs because you really can't go wrong with a Whiteflash ACA, but this is a huge purchase for us though (symbolically, emotionally-mostly me lol, financially, etc), so we want to be 110% sure!

 

[Dancing Fire]

WF ACA 1.826ct I VS2, 7.81x7.83mm, $16,002 wire
https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-3925304.htm

This one would be my choice.

 

[msop04]

I have seen some I's and J's and I am definitely ok with I, but J's are situational. I understand it depends a lot more on cut so I am going to ask for more pictures once I narrow it down a bit more. Whiteflash has been so helpful during this whole process so I highly recommend them and I see why everyone else does as well!

I am still considering buying two to see it in person and see which one really catches my eye, but we will see!

With my "main" diamond being on reserve now, I will post some options I am considering.

My 1st choice (on reserve): https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4018653.htm

https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4018653.htm

I agree about J's... hopefully this one is a high J!

 

[MissGotRocks]

I too hope it works out for you! I would just add that I would double check with them about the multiple twining wisps and surface graining in the table area. Just want to make sure that it meets your definition of eye clean.

 

[sledge]

My 1st choice (on reserve): https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4018653.htm

I already reviewed in post #6 above.

The rest are in no particular order:
#2: https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4018642.htm

I already reviewed in post #6 above.

#3: https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4008483.htm

Like the angles and tables well enough. All those whisps on the cert bother me, and I see them pretty well in the video too. WF site says eye clean but I don't still don't like them.

#4: https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-3965477.htm

Similar review as above. Angles, etc look okay. Just don't like the cert. Clouds were grade setting with a note that says "additional clouds not shown". Normally a warning flag on SI1 stones. WF site says eye clean, and video doesn't reflect a cloudy stone. Also, not a fan of the crystals.

#5: https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4022276.htm

Angles are gorgeous. No distinct advantage outside of price but at the sacrifice of J color. Don't like inclusions on the table, but with VS2 probably okay.

#6: https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4018639.htm

No distinct advantage with size, price or color. Also, not my preference in angles at 34.2/40.6. Obviously it made ideal cut, etc. so I'm not saying it's bad. Just not what I like.

#7 recommendation from @sledge: https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-3925304.htm

I already reviewed in post #6 above. Good size. Like the bump in color and the fact it is VS2 (yes, I know SI1 gets you more bang for the buck but I prefer VS when possible).

Also, the angles & table.

I'm with @Dancing Fire, this is where I'd put my own money if these were my choices. Of course, I'm not as size-driven as many here.

I really don't want to go over the 16.5k mark as it is a true max for the diamond ie read I'm already pushing it lol.

Thanks again for all the help so far everyone! I know I'm splitting hairs because you really can't go wrong with a Whiteflash ACA, but this is a huge purchase for us though (symbolically, emotionally-mostly me lol, financially, etc), so we want to be 110% sure!

No need to apologize. It's a boat load of money on a sparkly rock. Read my reasoning -- I'm really splitting hairs in my reviews as well. Reality is all those stones will make someone very happy. But you need a way to eliminate them to just one.

 

[Jade217]

I just wanted to thank everyone for the help! I needed to step back and think everything everyone said over. Ultimately I narrowed it down to 4 with all your help. I asked for more pics of a side by side of the color of the stones and a comparison video. I know I know, I’m a pain!

And then I decided on the 2.115 J SI1! We’re in the works of having it sent over now so I can look at it in person before I set it (Just in case!)

I’m very very excited to say the leasttttttt!

Thanks again everyone! I really appreciate all the help!!!

 

[sledge]

Awesome news @Jade217. I am glad we could help you reach a decision. We will be eagerly waiting for pictures of the loose stone and then once set also.

 

[Jade217]

Awesome news @Jade217. I am glad we could help you reach a decision. We will be eagerly waiting for pictures of the loose stone and then once set also.

So I need a smidgeeeee more help in the setting department!

We are married, so have wedding bands already. I have this band (pic below). It’s simple thin band, but main concern is how it’s going sit with the engagement ring. I know I want a 6 prong setting, but I want it to to be flush with the band. I was thinking something along the Tiffany style. I’ve seen a lot of people here customize the Whiteflash 6 prong knife edge to make it more to their liking. Any recommendations to make it sit flush? I did see @m-2-b setting, which looks beautiful! So maybe something like that? Of course I’m not gonna see any of this before I commit and it’s mine forever hence the hesistation.



Also, my wedding band is white gold (the only white metal option for this wedding band). I always thought I would get a platinum set, especially being that I heard platinum is “safer” to set an engagement ring in. Will the white gold band and platinum engagement ring look off? I also read a lot of people here recommend special mixes of platinum. Is one mix more popular than another? Is one whiter than the other? Thanks again for the help!!!

 

[msop04]

So I need a smidgeeeee more help in the setting department!

We are married, so have wedding bands already. I have this band (pic below). It’s simple thin band, but main concern is how it’s going sit with the engagement ring. I know I want a 6 prong setting, but I want it to to be flush with the band. I was thinking something along the Tiffany style. I’ve seen a lot of people here customize the Whiteflash 6 prong knife edge to make it more to their liking. Any recommendations to make it sit flush? I did see @m-2-b setting, which looks beautiful! So maybe something like that? Of course I’m not gonna see any of this before I commit and it’s mine forever hence the hesistation.



Also, my wedding band is white gold (the only white metal option for this wedding band). I always thought I would get a platinum set, especially being that I heard platinum is “safer” to set an engagement ring in. Will the white gold band and platinum engagement ring look off? I also read a lot of people here recommend special mixes of platinum. Is one mix more popular than another? Is one whiter than the other? Thanks again for the help!!!

It will be difficult to get the ring to sit flush with a Tiffany repro due to the donut. However, if you're open to a very small gap, you can have them make the donut smaller. Otherwise, you'd have to go with a different style (non-Tiff) for a true flush fit.

 

[msop04]

Personally, I like to have the slightest gap in between the rings. It helps show that there are two rings, instead of one big thick band. That's just my preference though. With a band as lovely as yours, I know I would want each one to shine.

 

[Jade217]

@msop04 Thanks for your input. Something I definitely will consider. Just as a reference I bought some cheapie little 2ct rings on amazon just to see how different style looked on me. I’ll post them just in case it’s helpful to anyone.

Oh btw, my band is a size 50. The site states that equalivent to a 5 1/4 or 5.25.





I definitely like the 6 prong setting better, but this one is very “bulky.” I like how the 4 prong is more delicate looking.

 

[Jade217]

Personally, I like to have the slightest gap in between the rings. It helps show that there are two rings, instead of one big thick band. That's just my preference though. With a band as lovely as yours, I know I would want each one to shine.

It’s funny, now that I just posted the pictures I see what you mean. The 4 prong kind of over shadows the band. Whereas the 6 prong, lets the engagement ring and band shine for themselves. Maybe I should leave the donut alone?

 

[lovedogs]

I actually prefer the 6 prong because it lets both pieces shine individually, as @msop04 said. That way you can appreciate the solitaire and the wedding band!

 

[Dancing Fire]

I definitely like the 6 prong setting better, but this one is very “bulky.” I like how the 4 prong is more delicate looking.

I like the 6 prong better b/c a 4 prong will make the stone look more squarish.

 

[msop04]

I like the 6 prong better b/c a 4 prong will make the stone look more squarish.

This is another reason why I prefer 6 prongs on a round. Also, I feel 6 prongs makes the stone look larger, as it forces the eye all the way around the stone, whereas a 4 prong tends to force the eye only to the four corners.

 

[msop04]

OP, another option for a flush fit without looking like one thick band would be a tapered shank (smaller as it connects to the head). This would allow the flush fit that you desire, but also keep the rings from looking like one.

Obviously not this setting, but this image gives you an idea of what I mean. The tapering allows a straight wedding band to fit flush...

 

[Jade217]

Oh sorry. Just to clarify I only want a 6 prong setting, I just bought the 4 prong too see how the more flush/less bulky style would look. I want more a Tiffany style. The 6 prong I bought is really thick and bulky looking, which I’m not a fan of. I’m not sure how much I should tweak the Whiteflash 6 prong knife edge/tiffany style one. As in make it thinner, smaller donut, claw prongs maybe? Not a 100% sure.

 

[msop04]

I have a modified CVB "Jovyn" (which is a more refined version of the Tiffany, IMO)... it is tapered in as well. I like a gap, but as you can see, it's not a huge one, and it is very comfortable.