Now considering prongs, just waffling on platinum alloy

[motownmama]

I'm flip flopping between 950/5Ru, which I believe is Tifany & Leon Mege

OR

900/10Ir, which Mark Morrell advocates

 

[teobdl]

You're fine with either. I chose MM's Pt900 Ir because I drink the KoolAid that his livelihood depends on choosing the best PT mix for his work. Also, I was asking the setter to put an inclusion right under the prong, so I wanted something that's a bit more malleable than Pt950 Ru. That said, people don't complain about Tiffany Pt950 Ru or they would have changed it.

Just don't get the PT950 Ir.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I don't think it matters, either. I have both and really can't tell the difference. Victor uses 90/10 in case you want to balance out the vendor preferences.

 

[motownmama]

THX guys!

 

[ccuheartnurse]

I really like how the prongs look, very classy. I think the stones look much more balanced on your finger than the bezels do. I know this might be a lot of prongs, but what about 6 tiny claw prongs for the diamond since it will sit higher & you've admitted being rough on your rings. LOL Maybe 6 prongs on each sapphire would be too much but if the prongs are delicate & finely done, it might look ok. Otherwise, just leave them all with 4 prongs. I like it.

I always thought the 950 Ru was the stronger of the 2. Thats what I've had all my rings made with. I usually bezel everything so maybe it doesn't matter. I think both mixes are used very often without concern.

 

[motownmama]

THX CcuHeartNurse! Prongs are on the way. I hope not too too long!

 

[mrs-b]

Really nice, motownmama! And it still packs a huge WOW factor! Can't wait to see it.

 

[motownmama]

Thank you for the kind words. I really like your style, btw!