dazzlerazzle
Shiny_Rock
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- Aug 25, 2016
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I'm currently planning to have SK create a bright-set pave solitaire setting for an AVR. For my last two quote requests, he has replied that he "doesn't have low-colored single-cut melee," - this last time even after I specified that I don't mind a bit of contrast between the center stone (which could be anywhere from H-J) and the melee. I've sent him a follow-up email to get to the bottom of whether he will be able to provide higher-colored single-cut melee, or if by personal choice he just won't create a piece with contrast.
In the meantime, can I get any input from you more experienced PS'ers on just how much you think this distinction matters?
I've read that single-cut melee play better with the larger facets of the OEC's, but I've never seen any photos or videos that show a direct comparison.
Another aspect of this is that the stems and basket arms will also have melee - should I match the basket melee to the type of melee in the shank? Or could I do single-cut in the shank for a more "uniform" top-down view and full-cut in the basket for more sparkle?
I guess overall I'm just wondering how much of a difference the cut of the melee will make. If SK responds that he won't make a piece with contrast (and therefore single-cut is not an option with him), should I stick with him and just use full-cut, or would you explore other options in order to get the single-cut? (ARE there other options??)
In the meantime, can I get any input from you more experienced PS'ers on just how much you think this distinction matters?
I've read that single-cut melee play better with the larger facets of the OEC's, but I've never seen any photos or videos that show a direct comparison.
Another aspect of this is that the stems and basket arms will also have melee - should I match the basket melee to the type of melee in the shank? Or could I do single-cut in the shank for a more "uniform" top-down view and full-cut in the basket for more sparkle?
I guess overall I'm just wondering how much of a difference the cut of the melee will make. If SK responds that he won't make a piece with contrast (and therefore single-cut is not an option with him), should I stick with him and just use full-cut, or would you explore other options in order to get the single-cut? (ARE there other options??)