Should I trade in?

[nala]

I am thinking about trading my setting in for this one...opinions appreciated.

 

[Bailey_Lou]

What does your current setting look like?

 

[nala]

I am Nala..for some reason I can't link to my previous thread on "is my melee too big?"

 

[04diamond<3]

I probably would if you can...this one just looks cleaner and makes the stone look bigger. I'm also partial to a square halo for a round.

 

[nala]

Here is closeup

 

[junebug17]

Here's the link to your current ring!

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/is-my-melee-too-big.187286/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/is-my-melee-too-big.187286/[/URL]

I can't give my opinion yet because I can't decide! Big help, I know!

 

[ScorpioLove]

That is a beautiful and elegant setting Nala. I really like the way the halo provides fabulous finger coverage without overpowering the center stone.

It gets my vote! I say, YES to the trade!

What size stone is currently in the setting in the pic? Is the color of that stone comparable to the color of your current stone? If not, would you be comfortable with the difference in color between your stone and the melee in the new setting (provided there is even a difference)? I'm just playing devil's advocate here....just things you might have to factor in.....

 

[nala]

The stone is a lesser quality in terms of cut, and size is 1.3 vs mine which is 1.43. Colorwise, mine might have more tint, but i could live with that. The jeweler is asking for my trade and $1000.

 

[arkieb1]

I am probably going to be the odd one out here, but if you changed the band on your old ring to a more simple band either with just plain metal or a thin row of round pave set stones, it would look like a very nice elegant flower/cluster halo. I think with a different band the old ring actually might look better than this new one. Having said that if you love the new one more then go for it, you are the person that will be wearing it!!!!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

The stone is a lesser quality in terms of cut, and size is 1.3 vs mine which is 1.43. Colorwise, mine might have more tint, but i could live with that. The jeweler is asking for my trade and $1000.

What do you mean here? Do you mean the ring is pre-made with a center stone and you'd have to change diamonds, too? I am not sure at all about this idea if they are selling the setting with center stones already set. And under no circumstances would I go for less than GIA Excellent cut on any diamond.

The only way I would consider trading is if you buy another loose stone that will fit that setting and they order the setting in your ring size.

 

[lknvrb4]

I like that setting much better but do you really want to trade your diamond and pay more money as well?

 

[Enerchi]

I love the look of the second one (this ring posted on this thread) as opposed to your original thread. This one looks more refined and delicate and suits your hand. but... not so sure about changing the diamond ... can they swap the diamonds?? Would your existing one fit in this setting?

 

[SB621]

I love the look of the second one (this ring posted on this thread) as opposed to your original thread. This one looks more refined and delicate and suits your hand. but... not so sure about changing the diamond ... can they swap the diamonds?? Would your existing one fit in this setting?

+1

 

[Niel]

I love the look of the second one (this ring posted on this thread) as opposed to your original thread. This one looks more refined and delicate and suits your hand. but... not so sure about changing the diamond ... can they swap the diamonds?? Would your existing one fit in this setting?

+1

it does look a lot more elegant on your hand. I know I'm the girl that always shows the ritani but Im not sure about changing the diamond either. Could you just reset it? If you couldn't just reset it in that setting, here's some similar ones.

http://www.ritani.com/engagement-rings/french-set-halo-diamond--v--band-engagement-ring-with-surprise-diamonds-in-18kt-white-gold/4568

http://www.ritani.com/engagement-rings/cushion-halo-diamond--v--band-engagement-ring-in-18kt-white-gold/6291

 

[chrono]

If possible, I would reset the diamond in the new setting. I would not compromise on the stone just to get a nicer setting as it would eventually bug me to no end.

 

[stargurl78]

I love the look of the second one (this ring posted on this thread) as opposed to your original thread. This one looks more refined and delicate and suits your hand. but... not so sure about changing the diamond ... can they swap the diamonds?? Would your existing one fit in this setting?

+1

+2

 

[kathley]

If possible, I would reset the diamond in the new setting. I would not compromise on the stone just to get a nicer setting as it would eventually bug me to no end.

+1

 

[nala]

Hi all,
I would keep my diamond. The reason I mentioned the other diamond is because someone asked me if my stone would work and how it compares to the one in the setting for overall effect. The jeweler assured me that my stone would work in the setting.

 

[nala]

Hi all,
I would keep my diamond. The reason I mentioned the other diamond is because someone asked me if my stone would work and how it compares to the one in the setting for overall effect. The jeweler assured me that my stone would work in the setting.

 

[Niel]

Oh if they can use your stone I say do it

 

[two_little_birds]

Oh if they can use your stone I say do it

+2

 

[motownmama]

You'e asking again, so it's apparent YOU are not happy with your current ring. I, on the other hand (literally) prefer your current ring to the one pictured but that's just me. In your previous thread people were split on the size of the melee. I really think this decision is in the eye of the beholder - you!

 

[luvsdmb]

Keep your diamond and get new setting, it's very pretty!! Will you be wearing a band too?