MyDiamondSparkles
Brilliant_Rock
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I've ton a ton of reading on this right here on Pricescope--a big thank you for those of you who share your knowledge. Would you all be willing to give me a bit of advice?
I bought a diamond a few months ago and have had a dickens of a time trying to figure out how to set it. I thought I would do a total custom, but honestly I think I'm going to spare myself the possible headache as I just don't feel I know enough about ring design to get it right and I'd be devastated to get it wrong.
I have a 4.46 carat OMC. I thought I would go with a solitaire with a blingy eternity, however I am now leaning towards a delicate halo. I am looking at both of these:
http://www.victorcanera.com/the-emilya-halo-solitaire-with-antique-cushion.html
or
http://jewelsbyericagrace.smugmug.com/Other/Halos/The-Kylie-Halo-Signature/20419651_vm6bsL#!i=1615977127&k=VR7sn8F
So here are my questions (as I don't want to get it wrong):
1. I read one thread post that says, regarding a halo, platinum is more malleable than 18k white gold and I should choose 18K if I want it more sturdy. Is this true? I didn't even know one could do a delicate melee in 18k as it's not as malleable? I am pretty sure Victor does not work in 18k--I thought JbEG does--but it may be because it's cast?
2. I think I read enough to know the differences of cast and hand forged, but what I never did see is someone say that definitely hand forged is stronger than cast? Even if the cast is 18K?
3. Is hand forged worth the 40% higher price over cast?
4. What would be your recommendation for a safe mm width for the shank? I know skinny is in, but I'd rather be safe and not risk loosing the main diamond and also add a bit of strength to the ring for the melee.
5. Based on your own experiences or what you have seen posted on PS: If I thicken up the shank is it possible to wear this ring daily? Obviously it will be taken off for sleep, showers, cleaning, etc but will be exposed to grocery carts and the stuff of daily life?
6. Is the sole purpose of a donut to add strength?
7. It seems like last year I saw post after post of PSers loosing the melee out of their rings. This year I haven't seen one post about that. Not really a question but more of a If you'd like to comment.
Thanks for your input everyone!
I bought a diamond a few months ago and have had a dickens of a time trying to figure out how to set it. I thought I would do a total custom, but honestly I think I'm going to spare myself the possible headache as I just don't feel I know enough about ring design to get it right and I'd be devastated to get it wrong.
I have a 4.46 carat OMC. I thought I would go with a solitaire with a blingy eternity, however I am now leaning towards a delicate halo. I am looking at both of these:
http://www.victorcanera.com/the-emilya-halo-solitaire-with-antique-cushion.html
or
http://jewelsbyericagrace.smugmug.com/Other/Halos/The-Kylie-Halo-Signature/20419651_vm6bsL#!i=1615977127&k=VR7sn8F
So here are my questions (as I don't want to get it wrong):
1. I read one thread post that says, regarding a halo, platinum is more malleable than 18k white gold and I should choose 18K if I want it more sturdy. Is this true? I didn't even know one could do a delicate melee in 18k as it's not as malleable? I am pretty sure Victor does not work in 18k--I thought JbEG does--but it may be because it's cast?
2. I think I read enough to know the differences of cast and hand forged, but what I never did see is someone say that definitely hand forged is stronger than cast? Even if the cast is 18K?
3. Is hand forged worth the 40% higher price over cast?
4. What would be your recommendation for a safe mm width for the shank? I know skinny is in, but I'd rather be safe and not risk loosing the main diamond and also add a bit of strength to the ring for the melee.
5. Based on your own experiences or what you have seen posted on PS: If I thicken up the shank is it possible to wear this ring daily? Obviously it will be taken off for sleep, showers, cleaning, etc but will be exposed to grocery carts and the stuff of daily life?
6. Is the sole purpose of a donut to add strength?
7. It seems like last year I saw post after post of PSers loosing the melee out of their rings. This year I haven't seen one post about that. Not really a question but more of a If you'd like to comment.
Thanks for your input everyone!