Sopranojla
Shiny_Rock
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- Oct 23, 2012
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I have posted on here a few times about a diamond that I am having set. I’m designing a setting for it and never did I dream that it would be so difficult!
I need help deciding:
- 14k or 18k yellow gold shank
- 4 prong or 6 prong
- kind of prong
- arthritic knuckle / euro band
I’ve settled on a two-tone cathedral solitaire with a platinum head and yellow gold shank.
And therein lies problem #1. Initially, I wanted 18k but then worried it might be too soft for my on-the-go lifestyle. Also, this past weekend, I took my14k white gold wedding band off and it was a complete oval. I have no idea how it happened—I’ve had the ring for almost 5 years and it’s always maintained it’s circular shape, but it made me question my 18k gold choice.
I’m worried the ring will Be so soft and form to the shape of my finger and it will be hard to get on and off. My ring finger has quite a large knuckle (from forcing a small ring over it for a number of years). I’m trying to find solutions other than one of those arthritic snap on bands
I am back and forth on 4 and 6 prong. The first CAD that I got had four double claw prongs which I like because they are unique to the general masses. But I read that they may not be as sturdy and subject to catching on clothing more easily. Also, my stone faces up about 1 carat and I don’t want to overwhelm the table with prongs. I’d like the prongs to be in discreet, but safe. And I’m not sure what kind of prong that would be? I’m open to suggestions.
I *think* I’m leaning more towards a six prong because I already have a rectangular shaped engagement ring and I really like to have a true round to switch out my radiant with.
Finally, I requested a euro band to hopefully help with spinning. I have a larger knuckle, so I have to size up. Will that really help or is it a waste?
Any information/suggestions you can throw my way would be so helpful.
Thank you!
I need help deciding:
- 14k or 18k yellow gold shank
- 4 prong or 6 prong
- kind of prong
- arthritic knuckle / euro band
I’ve settled on a two-tone cathedral solitaire with a platinum head and yellow gold shank.
And therein lies problem #1. Initially, I wanted 18k but then worried it might be too soft for my on-the-go lifestyle. Also, this past weekend, I took my14k white gold wedding band off and it was a complete oval. I have no idea how it happened—I’ve had the ring for almost 5 years and it’s always maintained it’s circular shape, but it made me question my 18k gold choice.
I’m worried the ring will Be so soft and form to the shape of my finger and it will be hard to get on and off. My ring finger has quite a large knuckle (from forcing a small ring over it for a number of years). I’m trying to find solutions other than one of those arthritic snap on bands
I am back and forth on 4 and 6 prong. The first CAD that I got had four double claw prongs which I like because they are unique to the general masses. But I read that they may not be as sturdy and subject to catching on clothing more easily. Also, my stone faces up about 1 carat and I don’t want to overwhelm the table with prongs. I’d like the prongs to be in discreet, but safe. And I’m not sure what kind of prong that would be? I’m open to suggestions.
I *think* I’m leaning more towards a six prong because I already have a rectangular shaped engagement ring and I really like to have a true round to switch out my radiant with.
Finally, I requested a euro band to hopefully help with spinning. I have a larger knuckle, so I have to size up. Will that really help or is it a waste?
Any information/suggestions you can throw my way would be so helpful.
Thank you!