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FirefliesAtSunset

FirefliesAtSunset

Rough_Rock
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Hello everyone,
I have been so happy with my 2.05 AVC stone, set in the Angel setting...usually paired with a plain wedding band.
I love this simple set but the issue I now have is that I am finding it a bit too "simple" style-wise.
I do have an AVC 5 stone band but prefer to wear that alone on my right hand most of the time...
So........long story short, I would love to "dress up" my 2.05 AVC.... I was considering adding pavé or French cuts..... HELP!!!!
Don't get me wrong... I do love and appreciate the simple elegance of the Angel setting by GOG...that is what I wanted to start with. I do want to bling it up though... and I find that paired with my avc 5 stone, it just isn't the look that is knocking my socks off....
So many options....
I have considered a halo style...but I can't bring myself to halo this gorgeous 2.05....seems it would kind of take away from the beauty of it if that makes any sense.
Anyways, I thought this may be a good place to start.... GOG is ready to dress this baby up anytime for me, I just have to decide and give the go ahead!
Here are a couple pics from my last posts...

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Last photo is of the AVC stone paired with my 5 stone AVC band.... Love them both but for some reason not together.... Too similar to what I wore for 10 years prior maybe...? The 5 stone always ends up on my right hand to which I would love to add a ruby stackable band to it.... :love:

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Are you willing to get a different blingy band that isn't reminiscent of your prior set vs. resetting your diamond? I love your ring so so much, but I understand the need for bling. That way you could dress it up or down to your hearts content!
 
I will have to say that my goal is to eventually have an AVC, and I do think a delicate halo is very complimentary to a cushion diamond. The little diamonds sparkle while the big facets in the AVC throw off light and color in a different way. I'd have GOG send the diamond to Steven Kirsch for you as I think he is a pave master. Of course others have done the french cut shank such as brightice, and that is a beautiful option as well.
 
Hi motownmama
Oh yes I am more than willing to reset the diamond... and have a completely different band..
 
diamondseeker2006|1371508568|3467653 said:
I will have to say that my goal is to eventually have an AVC, and I do think a delicate halo is very complimentary to a cushion diamond. The little diamonds sparkle while the big facets in the AVC throw off light and color in a different way. I'd have GOG send the diamond to Steven Kirsch for you as I think he is a pave master. Of course others have done the french cut shank such as brightice, and that is a beautiful option as well.
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Thank you diamondseeker...
 
I know that when (even if it takes me years) I get an AVC I would slap a halo around that thing. I would never put a cushion around my RB, but AVC, two seconds, or as long as it takes me to email Victor Canera. I am not a particular halo lover around everything. I just love a halo around a cushion center stone, and an AVC would be even better because the light reflection off the cross pattern is so different from the bling of the melee stones that a well done halo would really complement the chunky rainbows coming off an AVC.

Have lots of fun deciding!! Post lots of pics when you're done with the reset!

And, btw, I would wear the five stone as a right hand ring. I think that beauty deserves it's own unshared real estate. ;)
 
Hmmmm... I LOVE your AVC!! (I am a sucker for those) and I also love it with your 5-stone! (Maybe because it reminds me of my own?? LOL) And I do love my small, delicate halo. But I know a halo is not for everyone. Although it IS gorgeous on an AVC! :naughty:

Mine is a 1.87ct with a 1mm halo (half pointers), plus a partial split-shank. And I wear it with my 6-stone wedding band. (I actually now have a yg spacer between the 2 rings, but it is not shown it these pictures.)




But if you don't want a halo... you may want to consider something like this...




Good luck!! You can't go wrong with an AVC! Your ring is already stunning as-is!

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Thank you each and everyone of you!! I appreciate your opinions and ideas very much!! I am still undecided! Going back and forth on a few options........ I have decided not to pavé my 2.05. I want to stay with a simple setting and add a little bling with a wedding band...perhaps an eternity band of small AVCs, or perhaps a diamond and sapphire combo.... As it stands now, my Angel setting has the stone set low enough that when I wear it alone it is beautiful but when worn with my 5 stone, my 2.05 is too low, there is a big gap between the er and wedding band and maybe the stones on my 5 stone are too big to wear alongside my er...
Lots of settings out there. Lots of options. I can't make up my mind... :confused: :? :?
 
4 words

Leon Mege - French cuts

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All the rings are so beautiful!! But, I'm always a sucker for an AVC in a delicate halo! They really accentuate the big chunky facets! :love: :cheeky: :love:
 
I'm going to be the dissenter and say I love this as a solitaire!!! and think you should maybe get some fun stackers to go with it?
 
A dear friend of mine expressed her opinion as well and suggested maybe a set up like Kate Beckinsale's wedding set :love: That set did catch my eye and the fact that my friend has mentionned it - well my interest has been peaked even more now :twirl:
I have found a couple threads now by some lucky ladies wearing similar sets...
This type of style may be a good option.
Still tempted (maybe) by French cuts or maybe just sticking with the simple solitaire look.
I do appreciate everyone's feedback since all I seem to be doing is going back and forth on this. :rolleyes: :confused:
I like many types of settings...there are so many great options!
My goal was to choose my stone and have it set in a simple solitaire setting to begin with. I knew I would have it reset eventually...if only I could decide... lol
 
I just wanted to add that I am somewhat in the same situation with my AVR in a solitaire setting. I agree that it is hard to wear a 5 stone band with an ering due to the height. But Iove a wedding band with tiny stones because it adds sparkle while allowing the band to be low in height. I wear the Tiffany legacy band with mine but I'd also love to have a French cut band. I am just a little undecided because I know my stone would be beautiful in an antique style setting but I am just afraid to commit to one!
So I do empathize with your situation!
 
diamondseeker2006|1375467026|3495409 said:
I just wanted to add that I am somewhat in the same situation with my AVR in a solitaire setting. I agree that it is hard to wear a 5 stone band with an ering due to the height. But Iove a wedding band with tiny stones because it adds sparkle while allowing the band to be low in height. I wear the Tiffany legacy band with mine but I'd also love to have a French cut band. I am just a little undecided because I know my stone would be beautiful in an antique style setting but I am just afraid to commit to one!
So I do empathize with your situation!
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Ahhh diamondseeker.... it never ends does it!! :confused: :rolleyes: I think it is easy to get carried away and sometimes simplicity is the best choice.. if not, some settings swallow up the beauty of a solitaire stone... some don't.
I was told that when I see the setting of my dreams, that it will hit me like a brick. Well, I have tried on many styles of settings in the last few weeks... and I have spent many an hour on PS and other sites searching for settings... and no brick yet.
I have realized too that it all depends on the type of hand the ring will be worn on.. Many settings I like do not look all that good on my hand.... I don't have a perfect hand with long slim fingers... (I wish..!) Some days I prefer simple. Other days, more bling... :rolleyes:
I do like the Kate Beckinsale type wedding set and the French cuts are a close second.... But having to commit without knowing if it will suit me or if I will tire of it... Choosing the stone was so much easier..! :cry:
Keep posting your ideas PS friends! As you can see I need the help. Ha! ha!
 
My conflict is that I know for sure I love the simple solitaire that can be worn with various bands, and I love one particular Van Craeynest setting. That setting is $4k. There is no possible way I would spend that much on a setting unless I was SURE I would keep it forever. It wouldn't be a big deal to switch settings from time to time if they cost a lot less!!! So for me, it is hard to narrow it down to one since I like two different looks!

Have you tried yours on with many styles of wedding bands? I highly recommend Tiffany's as they carry many classic styles of diamond bands.
 
How about another AVC band but with smaller .12 ct stones?

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luvsdmb said:
How about another AVC band but with smaller .12 ct stones?
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this... feels almost good enough to be evil :shock:
 
How about a bezel set halo?
 
Hello Pricescope friends! Time to re-awaken this thread of mine… and give you all an update. And once again, I come calling for your opinions :wavey:

So here goes: After sitting on this for months, considering all possible options and driving GOG and my good friend Cachette CRAZY (thank you Jonathan and Sarah and Cachette) I have decided that what will work best for me is a SIMPLE SOLITAIRE SETTING (to be paired with an AVC band, perhaps with smaller stones than the ones on my 5 stone… either eternity, or 7 - 10 stone maybe). I am starting from scratch since the Angel setting that my stone is set in now does not have the style of basket that I love. I like the Angel setting, but I don't LOVE it..It may sound a bit foolish to switch from a simple solitaire to a simple solitaire.. BUT like I said. I want to LOVE my setting not just LIKE it...

So PSers, any opinions on a simple solitaire setting? I do have it narrowed down to a few ideas but any additional input and pics and ideas would be great. And fun :naughty:


Here are some of my "wants" with this new setting:

- must sit flush with wedding band (or very close)
- double claw
- cathedral
- a basket style that will let the light shine though my stone as much as possible
- a sturdy setting
- no pavé or side stones… just a simple platinum solitaire setting.
- in a style best suited for my cushion … Here is the link again:

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/10th-anniversary-upgrade-2-05-avc-by-gog-in-angel-setting.187683/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/10th-anniversary-upgrade-2-05-avc-by-gog-in-angel-setting.187683/[/URL]

Thank you :D

Please send your input and ideas my way and thank you!
 
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