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Which setting for 3.5+ AVR?

wintotty

wintotty

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I'm looking to purchase AVR 3.5+ carat stone, I've always wanted to get it in Vatche U113......since it is a good size diamond and I wanted a classic clean setting. Now I've been looking at some other people's pictures and started to wonder if I should get something more interesting....or antique-ish setting. Also the price for the U-113 is pretty expensive for a simple setting at $2600.....still it is a very pretty setting though. I'm trying to see if anyone can give me some suggestions or opinions on the particular setting I listed below? I'm not going for hand-made custom setting, also want to have everything done under one roof.....so at GOG.

I like it in Plat, like 6 prongs, I don't want low setting.

The setting I like so far is: (except for 1, they are all solitaire)

-Vatche U-113 (no pic, I'm sure everyone knows how beautiful it is lol)
-Vatche 1514
-Some Tacori Rings
-Some Beverley K Rings

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I love the third from the top and the fifth from the top. I think that with and AVR a more antique style setting will suit the stone better.
 
I like the Vatche 1514! I also like that BevK halo--it would be divine!
 
I think the halo will add a ton of finger coverage...is that what you want? What size fingers do you have? I also like #3 because the halo is on the underside and it gives a lot of sparkle...since you are gravitating towards a solitaire with "something extra."
 
I vote for #3! Where are you from? I paid around $1500 for the Vatche U113 in platinum a few months ago.
 
Mrs. W 514|1349111899|3277457 said:
I love the third from the top and the fifth from the top. I think that with and AVR a more antique style setting will suit the stone better.
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+1 to these 2!! Awesome choices! And your stone is so humungous that both of these solitaires punch it up enough to be vintage inspired, but not OTT.

I love your ideas.... you got my mind going... but my stone is just a tad smaller ;)) (like, by 1/2!!!)
 
None of the above. Because I think the first one is WAY too think in the shank (seen it in person and tried it on) and I wouldn't want to stuck a 3 carat in it. I would go for something LIKE the first one, but handforged (Vatche is cast I believe) and with at least a 2.0 shank for a 3 carat. I'd probably use Steven Kirsch for it.
 
I don't trust the structural integrity of 3 and 5, frankly, no matter that they are reputable brands. Not for a diamond the size of yours. You need a strong foundation in the basket to hold the weight and keep the prongs secure.
 
Well, we can help each other with this dilemma other than I will have a smaller stone than you! I have the Vatche U-113 now and I think it would be gorgeous with an AVR. But after I did a thread on this same subject, there seemed to be a prevailing opinion that a special antique style stone like that should have an antique style setting. One of my top choices is a Van Craeynest, but I also like the Tacori with the crown head okay. My only misgiving is that Tacori often sets stones too high, in my opinion, and you shouldn't go too high with a 3 ct. stone or you may whack it more easily.

That Vatche diamond setting is just too thin for a larger stone, imo. And the BK halo would be overkill on a stone that large. I still love the french cut setting you had on your other ring, too.
 
What you want is a 6 prong, cathedral, bright cut pave (no milgrain) 2.0mm shank setting in platinum with a small donut. I'd ask Steven for that-- and send him the Vatche as an example but ask him to make it stronger and slightly wider in the shank, and change the pave to bright cut for durability.

Number 3 on your list doesn't have enough support.

If I were to get a Beverly K, AND I was very good about not knocking my rings around and only wearing it outside the house (which I, personally am) I would get this setting for your stone: http://www.beverleyk.com/semi-mounts/8wrtj011-a-d-d-m.html
 
Going outside of GOG for setting purchase is not an option for me at this time....so custom work from the usual suspects is not going to work :nono:

Thank you for letting me know some Bev K rings are not good for bigger stones, I didn't even think that way.
My ring size is 5.5, I wish it was smaller but it is not LOL. As for the halo, the Bev K Halo is the only one I will consider because of the size and the style of the stone......but not sure how big it may look on my finger. I sure don't want it to look like a cocktail ring.

As for the Vatche U-113, that's the quote I got from GOG and it is expensive because of the size of the center stone. I'm surprised also that it is about $700 more than smaller stones. Anyway it still is my fav setting for now.



What about this one, it is halo but it's more subtle and unique.

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^ Yes, I LOVE that latest Tacori! It would look fab.

Have you also considered the Tacori 2620? It looks great with vintage stones and the halo is very delicate.
 
Laila619|1349118881|3277522 said:
^ Yes, I LOVE that latest Tacori! It would look fab.

Have you also considered the Tacori 2620? It looks great with vintage stones and the halo is very delicate.
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Agree with both of these suggestions!

So you sold your AVC to get an AVR - is that correct?
 
I like the third!

I put a 3c OEC in a simple solitaire and I love it, so you can always do that too for temporary!
 
My 1.88 OEC is being set in this Bev K from GOG right now.... Its not ever listed anywhere, not on any websites. It was 1600 for WG for my stone. If you inquire with GOG, Marie will know the setting by the description. A lot of PS'ers have done a similar setting (maybe the same one?) but for square stones.


The stone pictured is a ~2.5 J Solasfera

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I love the 3rd one. Not sure what kindoc wedding band you could put with it but it sure is pretty.
 
The Tacori 2620 is SO popular. I've tried it on too and while it's pretty, I think you have better options. You may even want to consider Gabriel & Co. Bev K is good too.

I would NOT worry about the prongs in setting #3.

I think it's smart to just get the whole shebang at GOG.
 
Laila619|1349118881|3277522 said:
^ Yes, I LOVE that latest Tacori! It would look fab.

Have you also considered the Tacori 2620? It looks great with vintage stones and the halo is very delicate.
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It looks very pretty in pictures, I need to see it in person....have to check some retailers around here.

Tacori 2620 is super pretty, I wanted that setting for my previous stone but decided against it because it is super popular. I don't know how 2620 will look with 3.5+ stone, it may loose the dainty look that I love about the setting
 
When you say the 2620 is super popular, are you referring to folks here on PS or in the general public? I've seen several of them here - none in real life. I wouldn't hesitate to consider that setting - I think it would be beautiful with an AVR!
 
Mara|1349119753|3277530 said:
I like the third!

I put a 3c OEC in a simple solitaire and I love it, so you can always do that too for temporary!
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LOVE your stone and ring! I just love the simple setting that'll let the diamond shine, you know?
If I do the Vatche U-113, it won't be a temporary setting since it costs $2600!!!(that's not a temporary price for sure!)
 
Gypsy|1349117350|3277507 said:
What you want is a 6 prong, cathedral, bright cut pave (no milgrain) 2.0mm shank setting in platinum with a small donut. I'd ask Steven for that-- and send him the Vatche as an example but ask him to make it stronger and slightly wider in the shank, and change the pave to bright cut for durability.

Number 3 on your list doesn't have enough support.

If I were to get a Beverly K, AND I was very good about not knocking my rings around and only wearing it outside the house (which I, personally am) I would get this setting for your stone: http://www.beverleyk.com/semi-mounts/8wrtj011-a-d-d-m.html
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That Bev K ring is very pretty, I wish there are more pictures from different angles.....it is hard to see Bev K's ring since I really can't find any in person.
 
MissGotRocks

Popular at PS, I don't think I ever seen Tacori rings around here....probably I just don't notice much since a lot of the jewelers here carry Tacori. I wish I can find some pics of 2620 with bigger diamond center....so I can get some ideas of how it may look
 
Vatche does look very pretty!


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I do look at my Vatche u-113 sometimes and picture an AVR in it (next to the Tiffany Legacy band) and I think it would be simple but beautiful. I really have no need for two diamond solitaires but I really don't want to give up my Vatche setting!!!

I like that last Tacori halo but I think it would look overdone with a 3 ct. center (plus it is probably set too high). I really only like a Victor Canera style delicate halo on larger diamonds.

Do you have to wait until your diamond is sold to get the new stone or are you going ahead and ordering the AVR?

LJL...I would love to see your ring once it is finished! I really don't want a pave band on mine, but I do think the 6 prong head on that ring is so pretty!
 
As far as the Vatche u-113 goes, the original Tiffany setting was created over 100 years ago, so the first stones set in them were obviously OEC's. So even though they are a little more stylized now, they are still okay for an OEC style diamond.

I love the 2620 as well, but I agree that many of those settings are going to look better with smaller stones. Small stones really benefit from the boost in size that some of those settings give, but a 3.5 just doesn't need it. I'd go simple before I'd go too ornate.

I almost never see Tacori settings here. I think they are too expensive for most 20-something couples getting engaged for the first time, and I surely do not know many (any?) women who have replaced their e-rings! Thank goodness for PS!!! :lol:
 
wintotty|1349132273|3277670 said:
Gypsy|1349117350|3277507 said:
What you want is a 6 prong, cathedral, bright cut pave (no milgrain) 2.0mm shank setting in platinum with a small donut. I'd ask Steven for that-- and send him the Vatche as an example but ask him to make it stronger and slightly wider in the shank, and change the pave to bright cut for durability.

Number 3 on your list doesn't have enough support.

If I were to get a Beverly K, AND I was very good about not knocking my rings around and only wearing it outside the house (which I, personally am) I would get this setting for your stone: http://www.beverleyk.com/semi-mounts/8wrtj011-a-d-d-m.html
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That Bev K ring is very pretty, I wish there are more pictures from different angles.....it is hard to see Bev K's ring since I really can't find any in person.
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Pearlmans will send them out on Memo to you. All you have to do is call Julien, tell him you are from PS and ask. :-) Even if he doesn't have the particular setting in stock he can get one from the manufacturer for you and have it sent out, sometimes.
 
MissGotRocks|1349131823|3277660 said:
When you say the 2620 is super popular, are you referring to folks here on PS or in the general public? I've seen several of them here - none in real life. I wouldn't hesitate to consider that setting - I think it would be beautiful with an AVR!
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Ditto and you would probably NEVER run into anyone with the Tacori 2620...very popular on GOG and PS but very small % in all the USA. I love that setting if you want a cushion shaped halo which is beautiful!

I tried on this setting at a local jeweler...it was made for a 9mm stone. I wear a 5 1/4 and the knife edge paved shank was lovely....thin and yet strong. It is a solitaire with some bling and would look great with an AVR. What is the diameter of your 3.5c?

http://www.gabrielny.com/amavida/style/ER7940W83JJ

This one is more simple and less expensive:
http://www.gabrielny.com/amavida/style/ER7389PT3JJ


How did you get a 3.5 c AVR??? They have never had one listed. Did they have it custom cut for you? Lucky girl! I'm so excited for you and can't wait to see your honker 3.5.
 
Gosh, Ariel, very nice styles from Gabriel and Co.!
 
I have seen the 2620 with a 2 or 2.5 ct center and it is amazing :love: way better than with a smaller stone. They adjust the proportions for larger stone settings and it is perfect in every way. I strongly recommend asking GOG to see it, it's the 2620 RD LG P.
 
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