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Sorry in advance for the lengthy background/post!!
I recently upgraded my stone from 1.5 ct H SI2 Very Good cut to 2.07 ct I VS2 ACA.
I have been torn on how to set this stone as I’m hoping I will not have to go through this process again. My original setting was a classic solitaire (hubby picked everything on his own) which I was very happy with for 10 years, and then the head broke off. I then found Pricescope (the obsession kicked in) and I ultimately decided on the round Emilya for my re-set. I originally chose the cushion halo but at that time so may gorgeous round Emilya's were posted and I switched. I loved my Emilya although I think it was never 100% complete for me because I didn’t wear a band with it, and I missed that look. I also loved my original eternity band but it was way too big to pair with the Emilya (so I wore that on my right hand). And I felt like my choices were so limited with bands due to the very delicate nature of the pave. Then unfortunately end of 2014 I lost both my ER and WB
Which brought me to my upgrade (10 year anniversary) and indecisiveness on how to set. I went from thinking I would definitely go with a classic solitaire again since I was able to upgrade the stone a bit. Then doubt sunk in on whether I would get bored, or the finger coverage wouldn’t be enough since I had the halo before. I started going back and forth on delicate halo with plain shank, split shank solitaire with pave, and 3 stone with pears. There are SO many beautiful inspirations on PS it literally drives you crazy.
I “think” I have finally made the decision to go with a very delicate cushion halo (probably two row pave) with plain shank. My diamond is on it’s way to Victor Canera! I almost went to ERD/BE to try different things but I just never found the time to make the drive unfortunately. So once I decided on delicate halo I decided to go back to VC.
There are a few elements I am unsure of and would love any opinions as I am got good at visualizing something I don’t have a complete picture of. I have been talking with Paige (VC’s assistant) who has been great. She was able to provide a picture of the Emilya with plain shank, although it is with a color treated diamond. Here are my thoughts/questions.
Positive or almost positive on:
1. Very delicate, rounded, subtle cushion halo (not anything that resembles square). I will attach inspiration pics.
2. Plain shank (my guess will be around 1.9 mm again). My thought with plain shank is diamond will pop, give me somewhat feel of solitaire, and hopefully will open up my band options a little bit??
3. Plain donut (do not want to have any issues with wearing a band)
What I need to figure out:
1. Full cut or single cut melee? What would be best to let the center stone “pop” and fit with the “I” color center (D. Atlas appraised borderline H/I).
2. Standard shank or cathedral? Lately I have been drawn to the elegant cathedral shoulders but I’m worried if I’m doing a plain shank it may not look right). Can’t picture it.
3. Stems/Gallery? Do the standard Emilya? Or some other variation? Again, not good at visualizing other possibilities. Also should I include pave on the stems or leave plain since I will have the plain shank and donut. Paige seemed to think visually either way would be find, just a preference. And the reduced cost to exclude pave from the stems is minimal so that isn’t a big factor.
Thanks for reading if you have gotten this far
I know there are many of you that can visualize these details in your sleep!
I recently upgraded my stone from 1.5 ct H SI2 Very Good cut to 2.07 ct I VS2 ACA.
I have been torn on how to set this stone as I’m hoping I will not have to go through this process again. My original setting was a classic solitaire (hubby picked everything on his own) which I was very happy with for 10 years, and then the head broke off. I then found Pricescope (the obsession kicked in) and I ultimately decided on the round Emilya for my re-set. I originally chose the cushion halo but at that time so may gorgeous round Emilya's were posted and I switched. I loved my Emilya although I think it was never 100% complete for me because I didn’t wear a band with it, and I missed that look. I also loved my original eternity band but it was way too big to pair with the Emilya (so I wore that on my right hand). And I felt like my choices were so limited with bands due to the very delicate nature of the pave. Then unfortunately end of 2014 I lost both my ER and WB
Which brought me to my upgrade (10 year anniversary) and indecisiveness on how to set. I went from thinking I would definitely go with a classic solitaire again since I was able to upgrade the stone a bit. Then doubt sunk in on whether I would get bored, or the finger coverage wouldn’t be enough since I had the halo before. I started going back and forth on delicate halo with plain shank, split shank solitaire with pave, and 3 stone with pears. There are SO many beautiful inspirations on PS it literally drives you crazy. I “think” I have finally made the decision to go with a very delicate cushion halo (probably two row pave) with plain shank. My diamond is on it’s way to Victor Canera! I almost went to ERD/BE to try different things but I just never found the time to make the drive unfortunately. So once I decided on delicate halo I decided to go back to VC.
There are a few elements I am unsure of and would love any opinions as I am got good at visualizing something I don’t have a complete picture of. I have been talking with Paige (VC’s assistant) who has been great. She was able to provide a picture of the Emilya with plain shank, although it is with a color treated diamond. Here are my thoughts/questions.
Positive or almost positive on:
1. Very delicate, rounded, subtle cushion halo (not anything that resembles square). I will attach inspiration pics.
2. Plain shank (my guess will be around 1.9 mm again). My thought with plain shank is diamond will pop, give me somewhat feel of solitaire, and hopefully will open up my band options a little bit??
3. Plain donut (do not want to have any issues with wearing a band)
What I need to figure out:
1. Full cut or single cut melee? What would be best to let the center stone “pop” and fit with the “I” color center (D. Atlas appraised borderline H/I).
2. Standard shank or cathedral? Lately I have been drawn to the elegant cathedral shoulders but I’m worried if I’m doing a plain shank it may not look right). Can’t picture it.
3. Stems/Gallery? Do the standard Emilya? Or some other variation? Again, not good at visualizing other possibilities. Also should I include pave on the stems or leave plain since I will have the plain shank and donut. Paige seemed to think visually either way would be find, just a preference. And the reduced cost to exclude pave from the stems is minimal so that isn’t a big factor.
Thanks for reading if you have gotten this far
I know there are many of you that can visualize these details in your sleep!
It looks beautiful on your hands. Do you have a thread?? And I'm with you, wanting a dressed up solitaire. I'm glad to hear you feel like there are more options with the plain shank as well. 
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