Help! I've lost my geminocity - do I buy or not?

[dk168]

@dk168 Your barion is going to look phenomenal in that setting. You are right that I'm a bit of a girly girl so don't want anything masculine unfortunately but I can't wait to see how yours turns out!

As for the flower rings - you see I love all of them BUT it's embarrassing to admit but I've probably got 5 or 6 in that design so I think it's time for a departure. The flower with the tiny baguettes is beautiful and so different isn't it. Is it one of yours or an inspiration photo?

They are inspiration photos. Not entirely sure if would like rings like those, as they are a bit too girly for me!!!

DK

 

[dk168]

@lilmosun your ring definitely gives coverage. I've very badly superimposed my sapphire on top of your ring and it does look lovely! Don't worry, I won't copy it x

Excellent idea!!!

DK

 

[minousbijoux]

First of all m'dear, I can say this definitively: if you have fallen for a stone, you must get it. I know you and your eye, so please proceed or I would have to buy it sight unseen!

I am not adept at setting, but one thing that crosses my mind with barion cuts like yours is the "pointy bits" or facet meets around the edges that set it apart from a plain oval. They are so lovely and geometrical. Anyway you would consider some sort of halo with small diamonds and milgrain that follows the stone's precise girdle facets and then have the 3 diamond each side as you show in your mockup? that way, it would emphasize the beautiful shape of the stone instead of just reading like an oval, maybe? Just a thought. Please your pieces are always beautiful, so don't settle for zircon or white sapphire (doubt you would anyway)! Good luck - Oh, and I looked for the blowing kisses emoji but not to be found...

 

[LD]

First of all m'dear, I can say this definitively: if you have fallen for a stone, you must get it. I know you and your eye, so please proceed or I would have to buy it sight unseen!

I am not adept at setting, but one thing that crosses my mind with barion cuts like yours is the "pointy bits" or facet meets around the edges that set it apart from a plain oval. They are so lovely and geometrical. Anyway you would consider some sort of halo with small diamonds and milgrain that follows the stone's precise girdle facets and then have the 3 diamond each side as you show in your mockup? that way, it would emphasize the beautiful shape of the stone instead of just reading like an oval, maybe? Just a thought. Please your pieces are always beautiful, so don't settle for zircon or white sapphire (doubt you would anyway)! Good luck - Oh, and I looked for the blowing kisses emoji but not to be found...

You are too kind Minous and we really need a catch up! I hope you and the family are well?

I get what you're saying about the barion and wanting to emphasize the cut. I agree. Maybe a diamond halo might work but I'm not keen on a bezel. I think I need to pull the trigger and buy the sapphire and then see how it speaks to me! It's smaller than I want but the cut and colour are the pull with this one!

 

[prs]

DW's 9.0x6.0 ruby with Carre cut diamonds on a size 7 finger. This setting highlights the center stone whilst giving plenty of finger coverage. The right size diamonds might well work with your Barion cut Sapphire.

 

[LD]

DW's 9.0x6.0 ruby with Carre cut diamonds on a size 7 finger. This setting highlights the center stone whilst giving plenty of finger coverage. The right size diamonds might well work with your Barion cut Sapphire.

Thanks for the suggestion. I love carre cut diamonds as well! I think I'm looking to wear a ring on the same finger as my wedding ring so this would be too big but thanks for the ideas x

 

[lilmosun]

@lilmosun your ring definitely gives coverage. I've very badly superimposed my sapphire on top of your ring and it does look lovely! Don't worry, I won't copy it x

No worries...as I said, it was a stock setting I picked up (and even if it weren't, it wouldn't matter).

I think it looks lovely too and makes the color of the stone totally pop while still providing finger coverage. Although I agree with @minousbijoux that a halo would better highlight the unique profile of the stone. I hope you will share with us the results of this project.

 

[chrono]

Life is too short for regrets. Get the stone now if you feel the stars are aligned. We can figure out the setting later.

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

You did not mention the shape or cut, however, I am guessing it is a rectangular cut of some sort, however, please correct me if I am wrong.

A Sapphire as described is not going to be cheap, and suspect you already know this.

They are heavier than diamonds, and tend to be cut quite deep in order to bring out the colour and sparkles, so face up size compared to weight is not going to be great.

To increase finger coverage, I would use traps or trillions as side stones, or two rows or even 3 rows of baguettes.

The suggestion of using white Sapphires to save on cost is a good one. White Zircon is another possible substitute of diamonds, however, they are softer than Sapphires.

Another setting suggestion is an air gap halo of some sort. Attached is my green Tourmaline from Gene similar in size on my chubby 8.25.-8.5 left hand ring finger.



This is a pic of my EC and the green Tourmaline in their respective air gap halo, both about the same dimensions. My middle RH finger is about Size 11 US:



I prefer a thicker band at the top, 4mm minimum, so as to provide better finger coverage. I do not like thin bands on my chubby fingers.

I am guessing the synthetic gem and lab/MMD route is out of the question, or is it?

I opted for a synthetic Asscher cut medium blue Sapphire to be cut by Gary recently, as I don't want to spend $$$ on just one stone at this moment in time, especially when true blues are not high on my list of colour favourites.

Personal preferences and all that.

DK

I really like how your rings have wider bands- i think in my own case this helps with finger coverage enormously
I have a ring witj white saphire side stones
Lets just say i wish i had one of those ultrasonic cleaners

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

Ecvelle

Life is too short for regrets. Get the stone now if you feel the stars are aligned. We can figure out the setting later.

Excellent advice

 

[canuk-gal]

Life is too short for regrets. Get the stone now if you feel the stars are aligned. We can figure out the setting later.

+ a billion. Maybe you can find a ballerina style ring? Or not modern enough for the cut? I would be eye catching tho.....

cheers--Sharon

 

[AprilBaby]

How about using side diamonds that we are not allowed to talk about to save money?

 

[LD]

Trigger pulled you naughty enablers!

 

[dk168]

Trigger pulled you naughty enablers!

Can't wait to see the finished ring!

DK

 

[LD]

I need your experiences again please! Having never bought a moissanite I'm unsure as to whether they will look diamond like? I've seen some that are dull and a bit foggy looking but then others look gorgeous and sparkly! I'm thinking of using large oval moissanites as side stones in a temporary setting. Thoughts please?

 

[dk168]

I need your experiences again please! Having never bought a moissanite I'm unsure as to whether they will look diamond like? I've seen some that are dull and a bit foggy looking but then others look gorgeous and sparkly! I'm thinking of using large oval moissanites as side stones in a temporary setting. Thoughts please?

I read somewhere that the newer Moissy are less likely to go cloudy, and they can be made in higher colours too.

I bought a small pair of huggies from Golden Bird on Etsy and they are very white and sparkly with no sign of cloudiness. However, the stones are small (6 stones 1cttw).

DK

 

[Austina]

Honestly, I feel that It may be too small on your finger. I have a 10 x 8 hot pink sapphire on a size 6.75 finger so I think unless you halo the sapphire, you may not be happy with a 7.5 x 5.5mm.

 

[LD]

I think I've solved the "small" issue by compromising on my setting but in a way that I think I'll love it. I'm going to have two 7x5 moissanites on either side of the sapphire. That will give me a total width of 15mm plus metal so I'm think that this gives me the 3 stone look and finger coverage. I could be wrong!

 

[dk168]

I think I've solved the "small" issue by compromising on my setting but in a way that I think I'll love it. I'm going to have two 7x5 moissanites on either side of the sapphire. That will give me a total width of 15mm plus metal so I'm think that this gives me the 3 stone look and finger coverage. I could be wrong!

Something like this, the ring that belongs to Princess Marie of Denmark?



A more solid band would definitely provide more finger coverage.

DK

 

[LD]

Something like this, the ring that belongs to Princess Marie of Denmark?



A more solid band would definitely provide more finger coverage.

DK

More like this - (apologies to Tiffany's for pinching their image) - and if this doesn't give the coverage from side to side, I may add half moons. The width of the gemstones will be 15mm plus metal etc so should be wide enough. What do you think?

 

[elle_71125]

More like this - (apologies to Tiffany's for pinching their image) - and if this doesn't give the coverage from side to side, I may add half moons. The width of the gemstones will be 15mm plus metal etc so should be wide enough. What do you think?

Oh man, that would look amazing!

As for moissy, a lot of people have had good reviews for Tianyu moissanite (and its cheaper than many similar moissanites). You could try checking out the Fabulous fashion jewelry section for more info.

 

[dk168]

More like this - (apologies to Tiffany's for pinching their image) - and if this doesn't give the coverage from side to side, I may add half moons. The width of the gemstones will be 15mm plus metal etc so should be wide enough. What do you think?

That is one heck of a statement ring!

Try measuring the width of your finger and see how wide it is.

Bear in mind that the stones will be set in a curve and not flat across the fingers. Therefore the final width of the 3 stones when set will be slightly less than 15mm.

I would have a thicker band at the top to increase finger coverage myself instead of adding more stones like half moons, however, that's my personal preference as narrow band does not suit my fleshy chubby fingers.

DK

 

[LD]

That is one heck of a statement ring!

Try measuring the width of your finger and see how wide it is.

Bear in mind that the stones will be set in a curve and not flat across the fingers. Therefore the final width of the 3 stones when set will be slightly less than 15mm.

I would have a thicker band at the top to increase finger coverage myself instead of adding more stones like half moons, however, that's my personal preference as narrow band does not suit my fleshy chubby fingers.

DK

Actually I want to set the stones so that they're almost at the same height rather than the sides being lower but I do get your point that it may be less than 15mm. The measurements look like I may obtain finger coverage but I may do a paper cut out to see if it works

 

[dk168]

Actually I want to set the stones so that they're almost at the same height rather than the sides being lower but I do get your point that it may be less than 15mm. The measurements look like I may obtain finger coverage but I may do a paper cut out to see if it works

You must have slim fingers, as the width of my LH ring finger is about 20mm and ring size is 8.25 US.

Have fun with paper cut out!

DK

 

[dk168]

Saw these and thought of your project:

Golden Bird Octagon Oval Moissanites

The sizes is a bit too big for your Sapphire, however, I thought the shape may work/compliment your stone.

DK

 

[kimberlyqkim]

More like this - (apologies to Tiffany's for pinching their image) - and if this doesn't give the coverage from side to side, I may add half moons. The width of the gemstones will be 15mm plus metal etc so should be wide enough. What do you think?

exciting! love this look - cant wait to see the ring!

 

[prs]

This website gives you the width in mm of your finger depending on your ring size LINK

 

[Bron357]

As the owner of “meaty“ fingers, aka size 7.5, here is what my 7 x 5 Alex looks like in a cluster setting I bought “pre loved” and also my pink sapphire which is a tad over 7mm round, again in a pre loved setting.
I have found I can get “best bang for buck” buying a preloved setting with or without a centre gem.
I can say that a diamond halo, in my humble opinion, does the best job of both increasing finger coverage and and making the colour gem “pop”.

 

[LD]

@dk168 - LOVE the goldenbird moissanites. I think they're a bit too pointy but what a great cut!

@prs - thanks for the link. I used to make jewellery so know about internal and external measurements - I think @dk168 and I were talking about the width across the top of the finger. I really need to measure my fingers again though!

@Bron357 - I think I'm looking for a classic/modern combined look!!!! Confused? Yes I was too! I don't want to overcomplicate the ring and although I agree a halo would be a good way to get finger coverage, I have millions (well, not quite but almost) halo rings and think I need something different. I'm not adverse to looking at different ideas though!

 

[LD]

15mm I think works!