Setting poll for AVR

[diamondseeker2006]

Yes, I have had my AVR for almost a full year and have not decided on a setting! I like so many things, but some are better for a larger or smaller stone than I have. That is part of the dilemma. The other part is committing to something I cannot return, and that is scary since settings are so expensive.

I'll post a few pics of each of the two leading options in my next two posts. Since PSers usually like polls, I decided to get opinions!

Hmm, should have added the option of leaving current solitaire and get expensive SS band. So you'll have to write that in a post if that is your choice!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

First up is the Van Craeynest set, and I may just get the e-ring and use my Legacy band with it. I have seen it in platinum and yg, and it is a gorgeous setting. I have loved it for years, and that is reassuring. But my hesitation comes in that I am worried that my stone (8.4mm) may look too large in this setting or sit too high. The first pics belong to a PS member and the stone is around 1.75 or so. The yg sample has a 7 or 7.5mm center cz. The first pics show it with the matching wedding band, and I have the yg one on with my Legacy band. Not sure whether I'd get the matching band or not since I have one that may work.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

A couple more...

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Okay, now a Beverley K set. I tried on the Single Stone version of this wedding band that I have loved for a long time the other day, and it really made me think about whether I'd want to do this set, either by BK or e-ring custom with the SS band (which really is too $$$). Please try to visualize the AVR in this setting. I love it with the asscher, too, but I'd be setting my AVR, obviously. Concerns about getting BK is whether they could do the prongs like I want. Pros would be they are not so overpriced.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

And just for fun, I wanted to show you the SS ring I tried on the other day. This one is with french cuts (1.9 cts) and they also had the same ring with baguettes which costs less. But these are incredibly expensive...probably $6-9k depending on ctw.

 

[bright ice]

I vote and love the Van Craeynest set. It would look great and is so perfect for the AVR.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I vote and love the Van Craeynest set. It would look great and is so perfect for the AVR.

So glad to get your opinion, bright ice! You have a very good eye!

(I just realized I posted in the wrong forum and messaged for it to be moved.)

 

[m-2-b]

Hi DS! I voted also for the Van Craeynest since you have always wanted this setting! I think it will look fabulous w/ your AVR! I say save the SS eternity band w/ the french cuts/OEC for the RH!

 

[redroze]

Oh yay! Just go for it. You've had your solitaire long enough and now your avr can find its permanent home.

I can tell you're in love with the VC setting so I think you should go with it. Your concern about the diamond being too big (and I'm assuming that the detail on the shank wouldn't be as visible or diminished) is warranted, so ask VC for their opinion. I don't like it with your legacy band though and think it would look best with the matching band.

I actually voted for the Bev K and SS band, but I have a feeling your heart wants otherwise so go for VC.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Hi DS! I voted also for the Van Craeynest since you have always wanted this setting! I think it will look fabulous w/ your AVR! I say save the SS eternity band w/ the french cuts/OEC for the RH!

Haha! That could save me from having to narrow it down to one! Thanks, and I hope to get to try on your FC band really soon!

 

[MissGotRocks]

I voted for the Van C engagement ring. You have always loved this setting and it looks more like you than the others if that makes sense!

The Beverly K just doesn't remind me of you and while the SS band is lovely, I just don't think paired with the Vatche solitaire it gives you quite the look you are hoping for.

I think the VC engagement ring paired with your Legacy band would be a gorgeous look. I'm not sure I'm loving the matching Van C band - would probably have to see it all together to be sure - but I think you already have the band that would look the best.

Would the whole ring be cast and sized to accommodate your stone? Meaning that the head area would be spread enough so that your diamond wouldn't overhang the side diamonds? I imagine this answer would be yes. If so, then I don't think your stone would be too large for the setting. It is a beautiful setting IMO - enough of a vintage look without being over the top. It even looks great with the H&A stone in the picture so it obviously can carry either type of cut - ideal!!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Oh yay! Just go for it. You've had your solitaire long enough and now your avr can find its permanent home.

I can tell you're in love with the VC setting so I think you should go with it. Your concern about the diamond being too big (and I'm assuming that the detail on the shank wouldn't be as visible or diminished) is warranted, so ask VC for their opinion. I don't like it with your legacy band though and think it would look best with the matching band.

I actually voted for the Bev K and SS band, but I have a feeling your heart wants otherwise so go for VC.

Thanks for the encouragement! I do think I need to do the reset!

I think the head of theVanC ring will space the details further apart, but I would feel better if I could see a larger round stone in the setting.

But I have always loved the BK band from seeing it on Pearlman's site, and I absolutely adored the SS version. I think the BK e-ring design will work well with the band. So if it was all really well made, I think I'd like this set as much as the VanC. So I don't want people to choose VC just because I have loved it for a long time! Choose whichever you think is prettiest!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I voted for the Van C engagement ring. You have always loved this setting and it looks more like you than the others if that makes sense!

The Beverly K just doesn't remind me of you and while the SS band is lovely, I just don't think paired with the Vatche solitaire it gives you quite the look you are hoping for.

I think the VC engagement ring paired with your Legacy band would be a gorgeous look. I'm not sure I'm loving the matching Van C band - would probably have to see it all together to be sure - but I think you already have the band that would look the best.

Would the whole ring be cast and sized to accommodate your stone? Meaning that the head area would be spread enough so that your diamond wouldn't overhang the side diamonds? I imagine this answer would be yes. If so, then I don't think your stone would be too large for the setting. It is a beautiful setting IMO - enough of a vintage look without being over the top. It even looks great with the H&A stone in the picture so it obviously can carry either type of cut - ideal!!

Thanks, MGR! You've seen me deliberate about settings SO many times that you probably know my preferences well by now!

I think the head would be made to fit my stone, so yes, in that sense, the space in the shank would accommodate the correct size head. he ring was once made for a 2+ ct antique cushion with a different head that I do not want, but it definitely required more space to fit the larger head. I would have to talk specifically to VanC about this, though. They do antique style notched prongs and not claw prongs, but I think they are appropriate for the time period of the ring.

 

[redwood66]

DS I love the VC ring and think that it would be the perfect width for your stone as it appears more substantial than the Bev one. I am not fond of the VC band with it though and think your Legacy one would be just right. See how I saved you $$ there? And I hear you on the SS costs as I was so disheartened and let down with my quote for the ACC setting.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

DS I love the VC ring and think that it would be the perfect width for your stone as it appears more substantial than the Bev one. I am not fond of the VC band with it though and think your Legacy one would be just right. See how I saved you $$ there? And I hear you on the SS costs as I was so disheartened and let down with my quote for the ACC.

Always glad to save some $$$ if possible (relating to using my Legacy band)!

Yes, the tag on that ring was $9k ...but the jeweler would take something off of that. Still...that is just kinda crazy. Sorry to hear you had a similar experience.

 

[Diamondbug]

+1 for the Van Craeynest ring in yellow gold. I think it would look divine...... I am so glad I didn't see this ring while looking for inspiration cause this is definitely WAY OUT of budget. I hope you get it so I can drool all over your photos.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

+1 for the Van Craeynest ring in yellow gold. I think it would look divine...... I am so glad I didn't see this ring while looking for inspiration cause this is definitely WAY OUT of budget. I hope you get it so I can drool all over your photos.

Thanks! The yg was just a sample I tried on, though. I would have it made in platinum.

 

[redroze]

Glad that you opened it up as I felt like the VC is like your first true love, and hated going against it!

Do first and foremost choose the setting that your heart and gut wants MORE. If you still think the feeling is pretty equal, then consider this...I personally don't think a knife edged e ring looks good paired with a non knife edge band, which is why I think you'd need to get the matching VC ring. Now you own the vatche solitaire now which obviously looks great, but I'd argue it's because your ering is a solitaire. The VC ering has small melee and engraving and milgrain which begs for either a simpler band altogether, or a matching band. I think...I could be wrong but consider this.

I like the Bev K ering due to the thinness of the shank (compared to the VC), and how the beautiful pave wraps around and two baguettes on either side and the engraving. Gorgeous and I feel like your avr would just shine in it. I think it would work well with your legacy and down the line, consider getting the SS band or a replica of it.

Good luck, can't wait to see your final choice!!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Glad that you opened it up as I felt like the VC is like your first true love, and hated going against it!

Do first and foremost choose the setting that your heart and gut wants MORE. If you still think the feeling is pretty equal, then consider this...I personally don't think a knife edged e ring looks good paired with a non knife edge band, which is why I think you'd need to get the matching VC ring. Now you own the vatche solitaire now which obviously looks great, but I'd argue it's because your ering is a solitaire. The VC ering has small melee and engraving and milgrain which begs for either a simpler band altogether, or a matching band. I think...I could be wrong but consider this.

I like the Bev K ering due to the thinness of the shank (compared to the VC), and how the beautiful pave wraps around and two baguettes on either side and the engraving. Gorgeous and I feel like your avr would just shine in it. I think it would work well with your legacy and down the line, consider getting the SS band or a replica of it.

Good luck, can't wait to see your final choice!!

Thanks! Lots of good points!

 

[misskittycat]

Definitely the VC ring. Your legacy band would look perfect with it!

 

[arkieb1]

Another vote for the VC setting, I've wanted a different style one of theirs for ages now too, I think they have a uniqueness that you just do not get with anything else.

I don't think your stone is too big for that setting, I think it is like when you got it and you were freaking out that the AVR that you have is too big and now you are used to the size, "too big" is subjective. I am looking at the amount of room you have for your sized finger on either size of your stone in it's current setting and then imposing the VC back onto your finger and I think it will look fine. The only time I think the top part with the side diamonds would disappear down the side of the finger with a stone around this size is if you had tiny tiny fingers (like a size 3.5). In other words stop panicking and get the VC!!!!!

 

[Monnyjay]

Diamondseeker go with the VC if you really love it - follow your heart. I always think it's far better to get what you really want otherwise your never really happy. The Singlestone eternity is gorgeous, I just had a quote for the same band (here in Melbourne, Aus) from a high end jeweller - half eternity and almost fell on the floor very very expensive. I have to say though SS quality is amazing.

Also started a post on Rocky talk to see if anyone has anything similar (to SS, but not as expensive).

 

[Acinom]

My vote would be the VC in white gold or plat. The design looks gorgeous on you.
I would love to see it with a simple plat band to pair it with or your own eternity. I am not sure about top part of the matching band: it would be a great match if the knife edge goes all around?

I also loooooove your current solitaire with a SS band but this one overpowers it. The smaller version could be a better option and saves money as well.

But you have been contemplating for a while now to change your setting, so I would go for the VC setting!

 

[LLJsmom]

I voted for the Bev K style. I think SS could make the prongs more graceful looking. I love the side baguettes, which would contrast nicely with the round center stone. But it sounds like you love the VC setting. So go for that.

I just read your option of leaving it as is, and doing a gorgeous SS band. I must admit if I saw that sooner, that would have been my first choice. Can't wait...

 

[thecat]

I voted for the VC as I like it for its slightly vintage look and the details on the shank.

 

[SparklyOEC]

I voted VC as well. I just think your AVR will look stunning in that setting.

 

[EvangelineG]

I am going to go against the grain and vote for the Beverly K or similar custom setting. Only because I think the thinness of the shank and relative simplicity of that setting will keep the focus more on your AVR and less on the setting itself. Does this make sense? I think you have the most beautiful diamond I have ever seen, and some of its centre stage knock out power might get lost in a really ornate setting.

But the VC is insanely beautiful, and if that is what makes your heart sing you might not be completely satisfied with anything else. I don't think you can go wrong either way! And the french cut SS band! If only you could get them all!

 

[Bonfire]

I voted for VC. Nothing else compares and your Legacy band will be beautiful with it!
Now, go get what your heart really wants

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Thanks for all the great comments about the settings and my stone, everyone!

I would love to have them all! It almost makes me want to get a larger asscher for the BK set, too! But I don't think my husband would go for a second wedding set!

 

[luv2sparkle]

I LOVE that SS band. I have a similar band from IDJ, but the chunkiness of that band is wonderful to me! If it was me, I would keep your setting and buy the band. I am not much of a fan of either Bev K, or VC (I know, horror!) so I wouldn't be much help, but I am sure which ever you chose will look beautiful with your gorgeous stone! For me, I chose my setting because I wanted to be able to wear multiple bands with it, over a halo. So, how do you want to wear it, would be the question. If you want to wear it with a band that you own, which would look better to you? That's how I would approach it.