Advice needed - Yadav for tennis bracelet?

[Jjab]

I am considering a purchase from Yadav: https://www.yadavjewelry.com/produc...-grown-diamond-tennis-bracelet-white-gold-14k

Is Yadav a recommended vendor? Also what is a semi-illusion setting?

 

[0515vision]

Your link doesn’t seem to be working.

 

[Jjab]

Sorry! Hopefully this works:

Yadav Diamonds and Jewelry | Natural & Lab Diamonds

Yadav Diamonds and Jewelry - https://www.yadavjewelry.com

www.yadavjewelry.com

 

[mayaINaU]

Sorry! Hopefully this works:

Yadav Diamonds and Jewelry | Natural & Lab Diamonds

Yadav Diamonds and Jewelry - https://www.yadavjewelry.com

www.yadavjewelry.com

An illusion setting is where the diameter of the metal surrounding the stone is a little bigger than the stone, giving the illusion of a larger stone. A semi-illusion is where the diameter of the metal is only slightly larger than the stone. I think it's really the edge-to-edge brightness of the diamond that makes it appear whatever size it is, so the extra metal won't really help. I don't have experience with Yadav--, but is there any reason you are interested in going with them? Alex Parks has lab-grown bracelets for much better prices: https://alexparkjewelry.com/collections/lab-grown-diamonds
For example, 4.99 carats for $1,800:
ID Jewelry has a 5 carat bracelet on sale for $2,000: https://idjewelry.com/5-00ct-diamond-tennis-bracelet.html
Both ID and Alex have good reputations here.

 

[Jjab]

Thanks! I like the way the diamonds are a bit more separated and appear rounder in the Yadav setting I linked to, if that makes sense. I did find what looks to be a somewhat similar setting on ID Jewlery: https://idjewelry.com/lab-grown-5ctw-round-basket-4-prong-tennis-bracelet.html

I am struggling as I don't want there to be too much metal but I do want a bit of separation, if that makes sense?

 

[mayaINaU]

Thanks! I like the way the diamonds are a bit more separated and appear rounder in the Yadav setting I linked to, if that makes sense. I did find what looks to be a somewhat similar setting on ID Jewlery: https://idjewelry.com/lab-grown-5ctw-round-basket-4-prong-tennis-bracelet.html

I am struggling as I don't want there to be too much metal but I do want a bit of separation, if that makes sense?

Yes, I get what you're saying. I like a bit of separation as well, but I would not personally choose an illusion setting to achieve that. I would recommend a three-prong, or one of the four-prongs that has more separation, like the one you found at IDJ. This is a three-prong from Alex: https://alexparkjewelry.com/products/18k-4-05-ct-lab-3-prongs-7-15-inches-tennis-bracelet. I bought a three-prong tennis bracelet from IDJ (asked for PS-quality stones) and am very happy with it. With Alex, you pretty much have to purchase what is offered--he doesn't offer customization on these. If you don't see one you like on his website, ask IDJ. I think they will be able to give you more setting options, but their prices are a little higher.

 

[newtojewels]

Thanks! I like the way the diamonds are a bit more separated and appear rounder in the Yadav setting I linked to, if that makes sense. I did find what looks to be a somewhat similar setting on ID Jewlery: https://idjewelry.com/lab-grown-5ctw-round-basket-4-prong-tennis-bracelet.html

I am struggling as I don't want there to be too much metal but I do want a bit of separation, if that makes sense?

What about a three prong bracelet? Here's an Anjolee option on sale and you can customize the length. I think someone on PS owns this bracelet or something else from them...

Timeless Three Prong Tennis Bracelet In 14K 18K White Gold Yellow Gold Or Platinum

Take a fabulous round diamond and set it in an elegant three prong setting and you truly have a lovely look! This bracelet showcases this look in a fabulous design! The diamonds are strung together and sit side-by-side around the wrist. We craft this bracelet for you in total diamond weights...

www.anjolee.com

 

[newtojewels]

Yes, I get what you're saying. I like a bit of separation as well, but I would not personally choose an illusion setting to achieve that. I would recommend a three-prong, or one of the four-prongs that has more separation, like the one you found at IDJ. This is a three-prong from Alex: https://alexparkjewelry.com/products/18k-4-05-ct-lab-3-prongs-7-15-inches-tennis-bracelet. I bought a three-prong tennis bracelet from IDJ (asked for PS-quality stones) and am very happy with it. With Alex, you pretty much have to purchase what is offered--he doesn't offer customization on these. If you don't see one you like on his website, ask IDJ. I think they will be able to give you more setting options, but their prices are a little higher.

jinx! but you were so much more helpful!

 

[Jjab]

Thank you both, so helpful! In the IDJ setting I linked to, is that an illusion setting? Or is it just a setting that has more spaced out stones?

 

[mayaINaU]

Thank you both, so helpful! In the IDJ setting I linked to, is that an illusion setting? Or is it just a setting that has more spaced out stones?

I'm sorry, I did not see this question earlier. I don't think it's exactly an illusion setting. I think it looks like the setting for each diamond widens towards the base. It looks kind of like this one: https://www.benjaminandcompany.com/bracelets/br-1419.html

You can browse Benjamin and Co. to see tons of different tennis bracelet styles. I don't think they sell to consumers, but it's a good way to see what settings you like.