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What size of side stones your would prefer?

What size of side stones your would prefer?

  • 1.5 ct

    Votes: 2 4.4%

  • 1.28 ct

    Votes: 25 55.6%

  • .65 ct

    Votes: 18 40.0%
  • Total voters
    45
diamondnewbieny

diamondnewbieny

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Hello all,

Finally I had started a project with David Klass for my YZ radiant.

I first wanted the side stone to be proportional. So David told me the 1.5ct and 1.28ct pair would be proportional. And the smaller pair would be the .65ct one.

I got the pictures and I feel like the 1.5ct and 1.28ct is too big and took away the center’s attention. What do you think and why?

I like the .65ct one look better I think.
The center stone is 6.5ct 10.7mm x 9.17mm.

1.5ct

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1.28ct this have a little curve

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0.65 ct

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I need to add another factor. The 1.5 and 1.28 is 2k more expensive than the .65ct.
 
MissGotRocks said:
I prefer the look of the 1.28. I think the shape of the stones go better with the center stone as well. They are not too big and they are not too small but just right - lol!
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Does it change what you think of I say it’s 2k more than the .65ct?

I feel the opposite way, I feel the curve of the 1.28ct trillion does not match the center stone.
 
I like the look of the curvy 1.28ct.

DK :))
 
I like the curvy ones too! Otherwise, it just seems like too many straight lines (but not my ring).
 
diamondnewbieny said:
Does it change what you think of I say it’s 2k more than the .65ct?

I feel the opposite way, I feel the curve of the 1.28ct trillion does not match the center stone.
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Well, 2k is 2k and I certainly understand wanting to save money. I like the curve as I think it matches the edges of the center stone. However, it is your ring and it needs to make you happy! If you like the straighter edges, go for it!!
 
Another vote for 1.28. I think it balances nicely. I like the curve as well but the type of setting could change my mind on that.
 
I like the 1.28 I think the slight inset is more flattering.
 
I voted for the 0.65ct pair - elegant and complementary ... I don't care for the curved pair at all, and the 1.5ct sides look too big and overwhelm the center ... just my opinion.
 
After learning how much more expensive the bigger stones are, I am changing my mind and voting for the smaller pair. What kind of stones will be on the sides?
 
I prefer 1.28 over the 1.5...I think the edges are too sharp all around for 1.5 but that's a personal flavor! I also do like the .65 a lot but then I think they become more like accent stones rather than a 3-stone ring...so I think it depends on the look you're going for!
 
I really like 1.28 as well. That curve is really nice.
 
Musia said:
After learning how much more expensive the bigger stones are, I am changing my mind and voting for the smaller pair. What kind of stones will be on the sides?
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I will use plain platinum ring and 18K gold for the center stone.
 
Moonie said:
I prefer 1.28 over the 1.5...I think the edges are too sharp all around for 1.5 but that's a personal flavor! I also do like the .65 a lot but then I think they become more like accent stones rather than a 3-stone ring...so I think it depends on the look you're going for!
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I think scent stone is what I am going for. I want it to not steal the attention of the center stone, also I feel if I get the 1.28ct, maybe the center stone then will not look as big.
 
marymm said:
I voted for the 0.65ct pair - elegant and complementary ... I don't care for the curved pair at all, and the 1.5ct sides look too big and overwhelm the center ... just my opinion.
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That’s the look I am going for, side stones that complement the center stone and not overwhelm it.
 
diamondnewbieny said:
I will use plain platinum ring and 18K gold for the center stone.
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Are these white side stones diamonds? I have a similar project in my mind and the difference in price between 0.65ct and bigger stones really scares me.
 
Musia said:
Are these white side stones diamonds? I have a similar project in my mind and the difference in price between 0.65ct and bigger stones really scares me.
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Yes it’s white side stones. David told me it’s EF VS clarity. I didn’t need EF, but I think it’s a hood contrast for the YZ color to make it pop.
 
diamondnewbieny said:
That’s the look I am going for, side stones that complement the center stone and not overwhelm it.
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@diamondnewbieny it sounds like you would be most comfortable with the .65ct. That's pretty as well. Is there something in particular stopping you from getting those? I'm just trying to help you work through the process.
 
I originally went with the 1.28 but after seeing the price difference I changed to the .65 stones. And also the fact that you just seem to really like the .65's more anyway.
 
I’m in the 1.28-ct camp ... the rounded pair seem more complimentary whereas the other two appear more ‘harsh’ to my eyes. But I think that’s the different cut - rounded vs pointed corners.

What about a smaller pair of rounded-corner trillions?

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I get the cost difference/factor, but ... these two sides’ cuts are very different looks to me, and it’s a LOT of money to spend overall to not get it exactly right like your heart desires the first time.
 
junebug17 said:
I originally went with the 1.28 but after seeing the price difference I changed to the .65 stones. And also the fact that you just seem to really like the .65's more anyway.
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Yea it make more sense to me with the .65 with the price and size.
 
the_mother_thing said:
I’m in the 1.28-ct camp ... the rounded pair seem more complimentary whereas the other two appear more ‘harsh’ to my eyes. But I think that’s the different cut - rounded vs pointed corners.

What about a smaller pair of rounded-corner trillions?

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I get the cost difference/factor, but ... these two sides’ cuts are very different looks to me, and it’s a LOT of money to spend overall to not get it exactly right like your heart desires the first time.
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Oh wow how did you do that?! Yes maybe I should ask that. Thanks for the suggestion! I am not sure if he has it tho, if he does he would of showed me. Doesn’t hurt to ask.
 
diamondnewbieny said:
Oh wow how did you do that?! Yes maybe I should ask that. Thanks for the suggestion!
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iPad Pro and Adobe Sketch app ... and you’re welcome, I’m happy to help. :wavey:

I’m a very visual person, and this has saved me many thou$and$ in potential ‘custom mistakes’ the last few years by letting me mock up concepts I think I might like.
 
the_mother_thing said:
iPad Pro and Adobe Sketch app ... and you’re welcome, I’m happy to help. :wavey:

I’m a very visual person, and this has saved me many thou$and$ in potential ‘custom mistakes’ the last few years by letting me mock up concepts I think I might like.
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Thanks, hopefully he does have a smaller pair of curvy one. I do like the curvy one? But if he doesn’t then maybe I don’t have a choice. I haven’t seen any curvy one with the picture of from other vendors. So I didn’t even know there was an option for it.
 
@diamondnewbieny I’m pretty sure he could source a pair if he doesn’t have them already on-hand. Granted, it may take a little extra time, but I think it’d be worth a little extra wait if it’s what your heart desires. Bling regret is a b...... :doh:
 
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