Custom ruby ring... help!

[hajenkin]

Hey guys! I'm in the process of making a custom ruby ring for myself (it's my birthstone and I've wanted a ruby ring for the longest time). I'm currently looking at either a 9x7 or 10x8 oval Chatham ruby in a white gold setting with 1/2 ct diamond halo.

1. What is your experience with Chatham? What color do they usually run?
2. I have a size 6 finger, would the 9x7 or 10x8 be better? I want it to be substantial but not look like costume jewelry.
3. Should I go with white or yellow gold? I normally wear white, but the yellow is so pretty against the ruby.

Any pictures of your ruby rings would be appreciated as well! Thank you!

 

[chrono]

1. The few that I've seen in person has excellent colouration.
2. Size is personal. Some might find it too big/small but I love big stones. I think 10 x 8 is smashing!
3. I love ruby in yellow gold but if you wear a lot of white, stay with white. A beautifully coloured CS will look great in all metal colours.

 

[motownmama]

You could do yellow prongs or yellow bezel and use white gold for the rest of the ring.

 

[hajenkin]

1. The few that I've seen in person has excellent colouration.
2. Size is personal. Some might find it too big/small but I love big stones. I think 10 x 8 is smashing!
3. I love ruby in yellow gold but if you wear a lot of white, stay with white. A beautifully coloured CS will look great in all metal colours.

Thank you so much for your help! Have the cuts been good on the Chathams you've seen?

 

[whitewave]

Have you made any progress on this project?