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On 1/26/2003 2:24:10 PM msmithmomx2 wrote:
I wear a size 6.5 ring. I think the side stones are set more flat than tilted upwards. I have pics of the two settings but of course it's impossible to tell from those since they only show the ring from the top. I will have to contact the jewler for the measurements of the smaller stones. I know the larger ones are 6mmx3mm. This middle stone has a diameter of 5.78mm. I'm thinking that the 6x3 stones will overpower the middle which is not what I want. I will post again when I found out the measurements of the .12 stones. Thanks so much for your help!
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I don't know if this will help or not, but www.tradeshop.com has a chart that gives sizes/weights for typical diamonds, both center stones and accents. Look for accent diamonds, and click on "see chart." This chart indicates that a .12ct marquise would be 1.5 x 3.5 mm.
I don't have experience designing rings or setting stones, but my wife's wedding ring is the same style as what you are describing, so maybe my consumer's viewpoint might mean something to you. She has a .57ct RB flanked by two .05ct marquises set in yellow gold. When she found this ring twenty years ago, she knew it was the one she wanted, and has loved it ever since. In my opinion, the .05ct marquises could be a bit bigger without distracting from the center stone, but probably not more than about .10ct. Since your center stone is somewhat larger than hers(probably 0.3-0.4 mm), I think that the .12ct side stones would look about right. I also think that the .25ct diamonds would be too big. The 6 mm length would be longer than the diameter of the center stone. If a size in between is a possibility, you might consider a pair of .15ct or even .18ct marquises. But I really think that we are talking personal preference here, and in this case, it's your preference that counts! Best of luck with your decision--hope this at least helps a little!
Dave