Opionions PLEASE! Regent/Precison Set combo...

[SOS]

I have this diamond on hold at GOG...

http://www.goodoldgold.com/regent_0_89ct_h_vs2.htm

Regent Cut: 0.89 H VS2
Polish: EX Symmetry: VG (H&A)
BrillianceScope: HIGH to VERY HIGH,VERY HIGH,VERY HIGH

I''ve been having a tough time deciding on a setting and have it narrowed down to two that I like the most. Precision Set can hand engrave all of the styles I asked about and they can do them in white gold too.

So, what does everyone think? Is the stone as awesome as I think? Is the setting appropriate for the Regent... to show it off the best? Is $1500 too much for a white gold setting w/ .65 TCW G/VS1 Princess Cut Stones? It is soo hard to decide when you have not seen it (the setting) in person

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I am ready to decide and buy tomorrow so any/all thoughts are appreciated... I''m depending on the forum to confirm my selections so all of you experts please chime in!!!!

The pic attached (I hope) is Precision Set style #7985. I''ll attach the other setting in my next post... soon to come.

THANKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[SOS]

The style I like in this pic is 7979... the one on the right. Rounds .66TCW, bead set, graduated $1325.

 

[SOS]

See if this works... no replies yet?!?!

 

[Mara]

Very nice settings, I prefer the 2nd one with rounds, its similar to my ring but not channel set and mine is prong set rounds rather than bead. However, precision set does have the matching wedding band which is great and their prices are very reasonable. We paid more than that for the e-ring in platinum with .72ctw of stones and ours was custom. So I think the price diff for Plat vs WG is appropriate here.




The Regent will shine in any very open setting, either of these would work.

Congrats..good luck.

 

[Hest88]

I prefer the 2nd one as well. The tapered effect just seems more elegant.

 

[quaeritur]

I vote for style #7979. I think it's lovely, and a Regent should look gorgeous in it. I looked at the stone too, beautiful! congrats on a wonderful selection!

 

[researcher]

Although I'm a HUGE fan of princess stones, I think your GORGEOUS

regent will look better in the second setting as well. IMO, settings shouldn't detract from the main stone, and it looks like the first setting would somewhat "steal the show" because there's so much going on with it. The second setting just looks more elegant and will emphasize your stone rather than take away from it

 

[SOS]

Thanks soo much... I am surprised... and I have a few follow-up questions:

OK, for pic #2 in the post... here is what they said about the difference between 7978 (left) and 7979 (right):

#7978 – .35ct round cut diamonds bead set in shank with milgrain
#7979 – .66ct round cut diamonds bead set in shank with milgrain

So, Question #1: I am concerned because I don't want the diamonds in the setting to be so small that you need a magnifying glass to make them out... Am I getting this right?

7978 has smaller diamonds and there are probably more of them
7979 has larger diamonds and there are probably less diamonds.

Question #2: Both are bead set... is that as reliable as prong or channel? I kept going back to the princess/channel set setting for this reason... they have others where the diamonds are channel set, but those do not taper in as they get closer to the head and I liked that look. Thoughts?

 

[Patty]

I think you are right that the second (7979) of the round settings has larger stones. That means the band is slightly wider than the 7978. I like the larger stones. If the total carat weight is .66, I'm guessing that they are 2-3 point stones. The .35 total would be approximately 1 pointers or maybe 1.5 pointers. That's pretty tiny.

I would not worry about the bead setting. From what I can see, it almost looks like a combination of bead/channel setting because the diamonds seem to be protected on the sides by the side of the band...like they may be set lower into the band.

I really like the setting with the rounds instead of the princess. It will compliment your Regent more than the princess setting.

A comment on the price...I paid almost $1500 for my Vatche white gold setting with NO diamonds.

So the price you were quoted sounds very good to me!

 

[Mara]

Hmmm actually I'd probably go with the smaller diamonds in this instance because the stone is not very large itself. IMO the side stones should match with the center stone and add compliment and not take over the whole setting. If the stone was about 1.10c or 1.20c or similar...I'd say go for the larger stones...but with a stone around .90c and a fancy at that, so smaller spread...the larger stones may not be quite as complimentary. Whether it's a 1 pointer or 2 pointer shouldn't make that much of a difference, the width of the band is probably where you will see it the most. Melee sparkles like the dickens, regardless of the tiny variations in size. Do you know what the width's are of the settings? The smaller is probably more delicate looking, that is more my speed.




Hard decision to make! Good luck..both are probably beautiful but with the size of the center stone, I am leaning towards the smaller stones to keep things more in balance.

 

[quaeritur]

So basically 7978 and 7979 are the same style, one just has larger stones than the other? If that's the case (I couldn't quite make it out from the photo angle) I'll agree with Mara that the smaller one will look better balanced with the regent. And I still like either of these over the channel set ring in the first pic.

 

[Hest88]

Disclaimer: I'm a pave fan, so my opinion is colored by the fact that I like the appearance of teeny melee on bands better than larger stones. That said, I agree that unless your stone is much larger to go with the smaller stones. A Regent also may not sparkle the way a RB could, so you definitely don't want the band to overwhelm your center stone.

 

[SOS]

How come no one told me about Simon G??

I just saw this ring in a jewelry store... they priced it for me with w/the additional engraving (in all white gold) at $1325... The diamonds are graduated and I think there are about 5 on each side...

Now, for the last time (I hope) What do you guys think about this one compared to the 7979 Precision Set style. Prices are really close, but the Simon G one has less TCW but I don't know exactly how much... it's puurrtyyyy....

I really like the 'twist' to the head, if you know what I mean.

 

[Hest88]

Oh yeah, the Simon G moves to the top---as long as it's in all white gold and not the bi-color. It's really precious.

 

[researcher]

I like the Simon G--just looks more elegant somehow! Good find!

 

[Mara]

eh I think the Simon G looks cheap...in the pictures anyway...the pave looks like tin...I like the 7979 precision set still.

but if you are now considering other options like this that are not eternity, check out the A. Jaffe rings that are like this. I posted them in the Show me the Ring forum about 2 months ago...beautiful set similar to the Simon G one...about $900 each piece in white gold. Beautiful, delicate yet substantial, I tried them on at a local jeweler.

 

[Hest88]

Mara, you know it's just the cheesy photographic effects!

 

[SOS]

How funny is this... I found this photo in a post by 'mouse'. He got this exact style Simon G. for his fiance (and a diamond from GOG too)

It even has the engraving, but not all white gold... I think I am sold, except that now I have to go check out A Jaffe... I'm exhaused!!!

 

[researcher]

I've seen the Simon G in person and they look MUCH better than in this photo, but, I would agree with Mara that A. Jaffe makes spectacular rings (probably my second favorite designer). I just really don't like all the engraved stuff (including the scalloping or whatever you'd call it on the precision set setting around the diamonds). But, that's just my opinion--I like things very simple (usually). Have you gone to a store to see these settings in person?

 

[SOS]

Yes, I just saw it a few hours ago. It looked damn good on my size 5 long finger... very elegant. Not that the lady wasn't trying to sell me, but I think she really did think it looked nice on my hand.

Do you have a specific AJaffe in mind? I went to the site and nothing jumped out at me, but then again... the goal has been to find one with a few side diamonds AND hand engraving. I just love the antique look and that's why I was soo happy when Precision Set said they could engrave any style.

Any comments on quality between AJaffe, Simon G, and Precision Set??

 

[Mara]

eh...AJ doesn't have engraving so nevermind I guess. but I did post a picture of it in the Show me the Ring forum a few months back as noted, so dig through my old posts there and find it if you are interested.

can't help on quality unfortunately! I would suggest whatever felt best on your hand, substantial and yet light...would be a great bet. you will be wearing it daily...I think all 3 designers have good reps?

 

[researcher]

I think all the settings you've chosen are great and you won't have to worry much about the quality comparison as they're all reputable designers. If you love the antique look, try:
http://antiqueengagementrings.com