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Setting... Too Modern?

Mayk

Mayk

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Thinking and planning a new setting for my Transitional.... On the first link below... If I asked for milgrain on the bezel and then milgrain versus pave'... Simple and clean... too modern?
http://www.sareenjewelry.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=45&product_id=135

Just curious your thoughts..

Of course I love all the bezel settings with French Cuts but I just don't have the $'s to sink into it.. and I really want something simple I think....

Second option.. just toying with it... didn't really want a halo.. and haven't checked with Tim & Adam on price...but liked the look of this one.. I would want milgrain on the shanks and the edge of the bezel...

http://www.sareenjewelry.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=59_28&product_id=157

Note: Adam did my engagement ring and it's pave' so that is why I am steering away from Pave'

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Between the 2, my preference would be the second. Would you go for a coloured halo as shown? I do love the milgrain idea for sure.

In my mind, the first option - tho totally a cool ring! - is too modern for the stone. Just my opinion tho.... there will be others! ;))
 
Enerchi|1337861035|3202457 said:
Between the 2, my preference would be the second. Would you go for a coloured halo as shown? I do love the milgrain idea for sure.

In my mind, the first option - tho totally a cool ring! - is too modern for the stone. Just my opinion tho.... there will be others! ;))
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Thanks Enerchi!!! this is tough.. I have ideas.. but I'm aware all my taste is in my mouth!
 
LOL!!! Keep posting - what are your other thoughts? Do you want to go for a more modern vibe on this? What is your E ring like (I have a mind like a seive, so reminders are good... ;)) ) and will this replace it or be a RHR?
 
Enerchi|1337861408|3202461 said:
LOL!!! Keep posting - what are your other thoughts? Do you want to go for a more modern vibe on this? What is your E ring like (I have a mind like a seive, so reminders are good... ;)) ) and will this replace it or be a RHR?
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I know the feeling.. I can't remember anything..

I also like Victor's Trueste but would milgrain the shanks.. only thing here is no bezel.. and for some reason I have Bezel on the brain..

Love JbEG's Julia but I will never by ready to order or PAY by 5/31/12 when they stop making them...

Attaching a picture of my e-ring...

This would be a dual purpose ring... a RHR when I'm not wearing my five stone... or an e-ring fill in... something a little more sturdy.

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Do any of the settings by Sholdt interest you? I love their semi-bezels and read on here that they offer a PS discount.
A poster,audball, has an OEC in a sholdt setting.
Link to Pearlmans: http://www.pearlmansjewelers.com/jewelry-designers/sholdt-jewelry/rings/31ZZ1/

It is my understanding that James Meyer does not work with customers stones anymore. If you're considering him I would verify that.

Another option that is modern and very cool-tension settings. This would be a first choice for me as a right hand ring. The settings are pricey though. I love this one from Gelin Abaci(see link) and would put a AVR in it, http://www.dimendscaasi.com/build/step1.asp?prodID=ten05D

Brian Gavin has some very cool bezel setting as well, and I would think he could add some milgrain. http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/engagement-rings/solitaires/

I absolutely love the idea of an old cut stone in a modern leaning setting! Just so salty/sweet and unexpected. Very much my taste.

I look forward to seeing what you decide.
 
I agree with Enerchi, of the two you posted I like #2, but I think something more vintage-y might capture the beauty of stone better? Unfortunately, I have no real ideas handy, but the thing that came to mind for me is Singlestone bezel on this page: http://www.singlestone.com/index.php?page=collections&catID=3&pID=990&startRow=18. It's the fourth one from the left. Actually, I think a PS'er (can't think of who specifically right now) has a version of that ring that is just beautiful!

A Jim Meyer piece would be awesome, but he no longer creates settings for stones that are sent in. I believe you have to source your stone through him, for him to make a setting for you.
 
woofmama|1337863926|3202487 said:
Do any of the settings by Sholdt interest you? I love their semi-bezels and read on here that they offer a PS discount.
A poster,audball, has an OEC in a sholdt setting.
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Tis true I do! I ADORE the way it came out and everyone who has seen it loves that the simplicity of the Sholdt showcases the beautiful stone. I LOVE the first setting you posted and I think you'd love the product. I don't know if Sholdt gives a PS discount directly, but Pearlmans gives 20% off designer settings to PSers (and Sholdt is on the list). The pricing on the Sholdts was SUPER reasonable too. The have a version of my setting with both miligrain and pave...though it doesn't sound like pave is where you want to go. Either way, it's here:
http://sholdtdesign.com/Vashon/R3791D.htm This setting isn't on Pearlmans site, but they can get it. It has the same awesome profile as mine, the only difference is the miligrain and pave. I didn't ask, but I presume if you wanted to skip the pave, you could probably do an in between with just miligrain.

Someone else mentioned James Meyer, but they're right, he doesn't take outside stones anymore.

For what it's worth, I LOVE the modern/clean/sleek setting with the old cuts. There is something amazing about them. I say do it. A lot of people thought my choice of old cut + modern setting was odd, but I adore it.

ETA: I don't know how true this is, but somebody (a PSer) said that old cuts were cut to let in light from both the sides and the top since most lighting back then was table lighting, candles, etc. Modern stones are cut to allow light in from the top with our ceiling lights, etc. I find the the side of my OEC sparkles as much as the top and I LOVE that I have the open profile to let in tons of light and see flashes all over the place. My only qualm with first setting you posted is that it closes the whole stone in. I don't know if it would actually affect it's performance or not, but I have found the PSer's statement to be true for my old cut at least.
 
I second the concern about a closed in bezel. I had my original e-ring updated a little, turned the marquise e-w and had it bezeled. The resulting ring looks very cool but it kind of killed off the sparkles. When it is freshly cleaned it looks killer but gets dirty very easy and is impossible to clean inside the bezel. I always remove my ring when doing housework or putting lotion on but it still gets gunked up quick.
Just something to consider if you plan on this being an everyday piece.

I still am a bezel addict and am shopping for an upgrade now but will only consider euro style bezels or half bezels. Or those amazing tension settings, yummy!
 
Someone did one of the james allen bezels on an asscher and it was soooo beautiful!

I do like the two you have posted! I wouldn't add milgrain to the 2nd one, though.

Have you gone through all the Beverley K settings? If you want milgrain on #1 - that's basically this setting: http://www.beverleyk.com/new-styles/8wr9425-a-d.html or with a 3 wire shank: http://www.beverleyk.com/semi-mounts/8wr391-a-d-d-m.html I like this with a little baguette flair! http://www.beverleyk.com/new-styles/8wr9419-a-d.html

As you can see in my avatar, I have a shiny inner bezel on my stone (not an OEC/tranny) and it seems to sparkle MORE. However, the gallery is very open and I can see the pavilion easily from the side. I had Bev K customize the inner bezel for me, they usually add milgrain - I asked for a highly polished, modern bezel. Tried this one on, too : www.wannabuyawatch.com/indpages/32906.html and it was gorgeous! The milgrain is much more delicate in real life and the polished bezel shines and adds to the beauty of the stone. This stone was also very lively in the bezel.

Beautiful stone, btw! <drooling> :love:
 
I think the first is a bit too modern in combination with an older stone, but that's just me! If you love it you should go for it - but I have to say Mayk, I'm loving those Beverly K settings that webdiva posted! :love:
 
So.. I love some of these suggestions.. this one the most...http://sholdtdesign.com/Vashon/R3791D.htm

I also loved the Single Stone suggestion fourth design over from the left. I don't think I knew they did settings
http://www.singlestone.com/index.php?page=collections&catID=3&pID=990&startRow=18

so glad I have a few months to mull these over...

Also going to study the Trueste with milgrain sides.. and a few more on Sareen's new website

I do think I will end up not going with a halo setting I really don't want all the stones around the daimond. I think too with the M color then you get into that question about the color of the melee in the halo...and since my engagement ring is a halo is that too much? I really do want to stay simple. I know I've said that.. and I still find myself drawn to the rings with the French Cut side stones like I'm in a trance but my wallet is not in the same trance.. :(sad
 
I vote for the first setting. I would want to switch it up some and since you already have a halo, I would go for the bezel, besides...it's gorgeous! :love:
 
BTW - GOG does a custom french cut side ring :) Check their Facebook page for pics. $4950
 
webdiva|1337897004|3202956 said:
BTW - GOG does a custom french cut side ring :) Check their Facebook page for pics. $4950
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Too much for me... but thanks.. for the reco!!!
 
Mayk|1337893755|3202920 said:
So.. I love some of these suggestions.. this one the most...http://sholdtdesign.com/Vashon/R3791D.htm

I also loved the Single Stone suggestion fourth design over from the left. I don't think I knew they did settings
http://www.singlestone.com/index.php?page=collections&catID=3&pID=990&startRow=18

so glad I have a few months to mull these over...

Also going to study the Trueste with milgrain sides.. and a few more on Sareen's new website

I do think I will end up not going with a halo setting I really don't want all the stones around the daimond. I think too with the M color then you get into that question about the color of the melee in the halo...and since my engagement ring is a halo is that too much? I really do want to stay simple. I know I've said that.. and I still find myself drawn to the rings with the French Cut side stones like I'm in a trance but my wallet is not in the same trance.. :(sad
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I LOVE the Sholdt semi bezel with the side stones :lickout:
 
bright ice|1337916799|3203216 said:
Mayk|1337893755|3202920 said:
So.. I love some of these suggestions.. this one the most...http://sholdtdesign.com/Vashon/R3791D.htm

I also loved the Single Stone suggestion fourth design over from the left. I don't think I knew they did settings
http://www.singlestone.com/index.php?page=collections&catID=3&pID=990&startRow=18

so glad I have a few months to mull these over...

Also going to study the Trueste with milgrain sides.. and a few more on Sareen's new website

I do think I will end up not going with a halo setting I really don't want all the stones around the daimond. I think too with the M color then you get into that question about the color of the melee in the halo...and since my engagement ring is a halo is that too much? I really do want to stay simple. I know I've said that.. and I still find myself drawn to the rings with the French Cut side stones like I'm in a trance but my wallet is not in the same trance.. :(sad
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I LOVE the Sholdt semi bezel with the side stones :lickout:
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I agree! It has the sleek look of the bezel, but the sidestones balance it out so it doesn't look too modern. That is my top pick :lickout:
 
I am also loing the Sholdt option you chose. Awesome blend of modern and vintage. That would make a perfect setting for your new OEC :love:
 
stargurl78|1337949787|3203427 said:
Mayk said:
So.. I love some of these suggestions.. this one the most...http://sholdtdesign.com/Vashon/R3791D.htm

I also loved the Single Stone suggestion fourth design over from the left. I don't think I knew they did settings
http://www.singlestone.com/index.php?page=collections&catID=3&pID=990&startRow=18
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I vote for the Singlestone setting, love it! :love: :love: :love: I do like the Sholdt too, that gets my next vote!
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Mayk -- I got quotes on both of these when I was shopping. If you're interested...
 
Mayk -- I got quotes on both of these when I was shopping. If you're interested...[/quote]

Audbal.. That would be awesome!!!! Thank you so much!!!!
 
Mayk|1337953587|3203468 said:
Mayk -- I got quotes on both of these when I was shopping. If you're interested...
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Audbal.. That would be awesome!!!! Thank you so much!!!![/quote]
I got quotes for 18kt white gold. Both quotes were also back in February so gold prices may have changed some. I know they were also based on the center stone size and mine is a lot smaller than yours (.788ct). It should help with some ballpark though.

The Sholdt R379-1D was quoted at $2,550. (from Pearlmans)
The Sholdt R379-1 (the completely plain one that I got) at $1,328. (from Pearlmans)
The Singlestone BC716-1 was quoted at $3,600.

I went with the completely plain one. I don't know if it could be done, but the settings are exactly the same except for the miligrain and pave. I wonder if you could get the R379-1 NOW and add the features later? Worth asking, anyway.

Pearlmans gives PSers 20% off designer settings, so if you like ANY of them, worth an email for a quick quote. It seems most of the prices on their site are higher than all the quotes I got because my stone was smaller than 2ct (as most that were pictured) and I went with WG instead of platinum (as pictured). Hope this helps!
 
Just an opinion, but I prefer antique influenced settings for an antique stone. So I would strongly favor Beverley K, Singlestone, etc. for the setting of a transtional. The other option would be the beautiful 5 stone setting with small half moons and then baguettes (I think).
 
Audball... I am leaning hard on that design from Sholdt but would ask about not doing pave'

I still really also like Victor's idea about the Trueste... and will look at some pictures.

diamondseeker.. since I don't want a halo.. I couldn't find a Beverly K that was warming me up...

Of course the Singlestone WAS on my list but for $3,600 :eek: it is now NOT on my list...
 
Mayk|1337954659|3203481 said:
Audball... I am leaning hard on that design from Sholdt but would ask about not doing pave'

I still really also like Victor's idea about the Trueste... and will look at some pictures.

diamondseeker.. since I don't want a halo.. I couldn't find a Beverly K that was warming me up...

Of course the Singlestone WAS on my list but for $3,600 :eek: it is now NOT on my list...
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The quality of the Sholdt's is amazing. Seriously.

I also adored that SS piece, but it was more than my whole ring cost with the Sholdt setting (by 1,000!). Sheesh. It's beautiful though!

ETA: I also considered this Sholdt, but really wanted a bezel so I didn't get a quote on it.
http://www.pearlmansjewelers.com/jewelry-designers/sholdt-jewelry/rings/24ZZ1/
 
Don't laugh.. but for a bit (months hopefully and not years) while I shop... AND SAVE :$$): .... this diamond will be living in a very simple not all that attractive solitarie setting... If I go with the SS it will be years... :eek:
 
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