Sholdt setting dilemma... Please help me choose!

[Elysian]

As fate would have it, I live 15 mins from the Sholdt workshop. I was all set on the semi-bezel until I tried on a couple others... Which one looks best on me? My center will be 1.5xct, similar to B. in proportion.

A. Semi-bezel


B. To follow...

 

[Elysian]

B. semi-bezel w side stones

 

[Elysian]

And lastly

C. curvy bezel prong


Thanks for your input!

 

[yssie]

A by a lot, especially if you intend to wear it with that diamond band. Don't like C.

 

[SMC]

Hi! I live in Seattle too and went to visit the workshop. I ended up choosing the regular Sholdt semi-bezel (I have a SMTB thread) on my ring. What color is your diamond? When I had my J color in a setting with pave, I could notice the contrast between the lower colored center and the higher colored pave. That bothered me.

I think I would go with one of the two semi-bezels since they're more classic. The curved bezel (I think it might be called the "Twisp") might get tiring after awhile. It's all up to you though!

 

[Elysian]

A by a lot, especially if you intend to wear it with that diamond band. Don't like C.

Thanks, Yssie. Yes, I'm planning on wearing this diamond band with it at least sometimes.

 

[Elysian]

Hi! I live in Seattle too and went to visit the workshop. I ended up choosing the regular Sholdt semi-bezel (I have a SMTB thread) on my ring. What color is your diamond? When I had my J color in a setting with pave, I could notice the contrast between the lower colored center and the higher colored pave. That bothered me.

I think I would go with one of the two semi-bezels since they're more classic. The curved bezel (I think it might be called the "Twisp") might get tiring after awhile. It's all up to you though!

I saw your thread, your ring is glorious! My diamond will be H color. Yes, color difference would bother me. You're right, I think I might tire of the Twisp in a month or two. Thanks for your input!

 

[nicoleanne]

Yay for Seattle Sholdt-ers!

B is so much prettier in person than in pictures... I'm leaning towards it myself, but you can't go wrong with A.

 

[Circe]

I am really loving the semi bezel with the channel set stones with that band. I vote B!

 

[woofmama]

I have a Sholdt semi bezel, the A but with an emerald cut diamond. If I had a MRB in H or higher color I would pick B. I saw the B and tried it on at a local jeweler. The side diamonds are so beautifully set. But you already know that since you were able to visit them, I'm jealous!
I love the sleek look of the plain style but for an H color round diamond I say go for the added bling Please post lots of pictures when it's ready.
Seems like you already ruled out C. It's fun and unique but would be a better setting for a RHR.

 

[distracts]

A or B. I dislike C.

 

[ecf8503]

I like them all, but for different reasons. I think if you are set on wearing it with that band, then A or B, probably A just so it doesn't contrast. For a stand-alone I like B and C -

 

[Elysian]

Yay for Seattle Sholdt-ers!

B is so much prettier in person than in pictures... I'm leaning towards it myself, but you can't go wrong with A.

Hey, another Seattleite! Yes, B is definitely prettier and more delicate in real life. Pictures make A and B look quite heavy and bulky. Not so IRL! They are very sleek, silky smooth, and dainty. Yes, dainty!

 

[Elysian]

I am really loving the semi bezel with the channel set stones with that band. I vote B!

I like this combo too... I also like A with my band. Such a dilemma to have... aie.

 

[Elysian]

I have a Sholdt semi bezel, the A but with an emerald cut diamond. If I had a MRB in H or higher color I would pick B. I saw the B and tried it on at a local jeweler. The side diamonds are so beautifully set. But you already know that since you were able to visit them, I'm jealous!
I love the sleek look of the plain style but for an H color round diamond I say go for the added bling Please post lots of pictures when it's ready.
Seems like you already ruled out C. It's fun and unique but would be a better setting for a RHR.

I saw your thread too, gorgeous ring woofmama! I agree the side diamonds are set so beautifully with such care and precision. B looked to me in pictures kind of masculine (something a man would buy a woman if he chose) which isn't at all in person and once you pop it on your finger... pure luxury, it's like melted metal on your finger. I am actually trying to think myself out of this one (b/c of the price difference from A) but it's not working... lol

 

[Elysian]

A or B. I dislike C.

Thanks for your vote.

 

[Elysian]

I like them all, but for different reasons. I think if you are set on wearing it with that band, then A or B, probably A just so it doesn't contrast. For a stand-alone I like B and C -

Thanks, ecf. I'm going to ask if they will set side diamonds to match my center color and will report back.

 

[woofmama]

I have a Sholdt semi bezel, the A but with an emerald cut diamond. If I had a MRB in H or higher color I would pick B. I saw the B and tried it on at a local jeweler. The side diamonds are so beautifully set. But you already know that since you were able to visit them, I'm jealous!
I love the sleek look of the plain style but for an H color round diamond I say go for the added bling Please post lots of pictures when it's ready.
Seems like you already ruled out C. It's fun and unique but would be a better setting for a RHR.

I saw your thread too, gorgeous ring woofmama! I agree the side diamonds are set so beautifully with such care and precision. B looked to me in pictures kind of masculine (something a man would buy a woman if he chose) which isn't at all in person and once you pop it on your finger... pure luxury, it's like melted metal on your finger. I am actually trying to think myself out of this one (b/c of the price difference from A) but it's not working... lol

Thank you! You described the setting perfectly. I love the melted metal look, Sholdt is really the master at this.
I find looking at my setting to be as enjoyable as looking at my diamond. I don't think you'll regret spending the money, if you can make it work with your budget. If I ever get a higher color diamond, be it round or EC I would have this setting as my top contender.

 

[SMC]

What's the price difference between A and B? If it's like $1000, that's $1000 that could go towards a nice wedding band (with diamonds).

 

[tyty333]

A or B, not C.

 

[maccers]

Setting B. Because I need to live vicariously through you. Please

 

[Elysian]

I have a Sholdt semi bezel, the A but with an emerald cut diamond. If I had a MRB in H or higher color I would pick B. I saw the B and tried it on at a local jeweler. The side diamonds are so beautifully set. But you already know that since you were able to visit them, I'm jealous!
I love the sleek look of the plain style but for an H color round diamond I say go for the added bling Please post lots of pictures when it's ready.
Seems like you already ruled out C. It's fun and unique but would be a better setting for a RHR.

I saw your thread too, gorgeous ring woofmama! I agree the side diamonds are set so beautifully with such care and precision. B looked to me in pictures kind of masculine (something a man would buy a woman if he chose) which isn't at all in person and once you pop it on your finger... pure luxury, it's like melted metal on your finger. I am actually trying to think myself out of this one (b/c of the price difference from A) but it's not working... lol

Thank you! You described the setting perfectly. I love the melted metal look, Sholdt is really the master at this.
I find looking at my setting to be as enjoyable as looking at my diamond. I don't think you'll regret spending the money, if you can make it work with your budget. If I ever get a higher color diamond, be it round or EC I would have this setting as my top contender.

Such an enabler, woofmama!

 

[Elysian]

A or B, not C.

Thanks for voting, tyty.

 

[Elysian]

What's the price difference between A and B? If it's like $1000, that's $1000 that could go towards a nice wedding band (with diamonds).

Yes, for plat it's $1k difference for my stone size range. It's $1k extra I could use towards my center. I have a bangin' wedding band that I wouldn't ever replace for sentimental reasons. I do want to get an ACA Annette u-prong eternity as a RHR at some point.

 

[Elysian]

Setting B. Because I need to live vicariously through you. Please

Profresh enabler

 

[GreenBling]

I like A the most.

 

[Laila619]

A, for sure!

 

[AprilBaby]

Like A, really dislike C.

 

[Elysian]

A, for sure!

Like A, really dislike C.

I like A the most.

Thanks for voting! The votes are pretty even between A and B.

Thinking aloud...I like the sleek minimalist feel of A. And B is so impressive on the finger in person. I think my pics of B weren't very flattering of the ring (nor my finger/hand) . It turns out that the center on B is 2 ct (equiv) and my stone will be smaller at 1.5-1.7 range... it will definitely have a different *look*. The bezel on A was slightly thicker than on B, but both bezel thicknesses were equally engaging and aesthetic to my eye. B had more of a curve on the shoulders, Kalee said that it's due to the larger center size. I think if I went with B, it'd be more a stand alone... I may have to try these on again when I drop off my diamond next month.

And I didn't mention this earlier in the thread, but Kalee was and is fantastic to work with.

 

[SMC]

Thanks for voting! The votes are pretty even between A and B.

Thinking aloud...I like the sleek minimalist feel of A. And B is so impressive on the finger in person. I think my pics of B weren't very flattering of the ring (nor my finger/hand) . It turns out that the center on B is 2 ct (equiv) and my stone will be smaller at 1.5-1.7 range... it will definitely have a different *look*. The bezel on A was slightly thicker than on B, but both bezel thicknesses were equally engaging and aesthetic to my eye. B had more of a curve on the shoulders, Kalee said that it's due to the larger center size. I think if I went with B, it'd be more a stand alone... I may have to try these on again when I drop off my diamond next month.

And I didn't mention this earlier in the thread, but Kalee was and is fantastic to work with.

Good luck with your decision! One thing that I didn't like about channel set stones is the gunk from lotions and creams that can collect in the crevices. All this can obviously be solved with a good cleaning but I've always been very lazy about cleaning my jewelry. I'm pretty sure that the ring isn't drilled through so it'll be a bit harder to clean the back of the stones without an ultrasonic or something.