Help with a Setting

[tibro]

I recently purchased a 1.21 F VS2 ACA from whiteflash and need some help choosing a setting for it. I have narrowed it down to 3 settings available form whiteflash. They are the Platinum Cathedral Setting, X-Prong Solitaire, and W-Prong Solitaire. All are solitaire settings with very slight differences. If anyone can help I would greatly appreciate it.
Here are the links to the different settings:
http://www.whiteflash.com/Engagement-Rings/Styles/Solitaire/Platinum-Cathedral-Setting_692.htm
http://www.whiteflash.com/Engagement-Rings/Styles/Solitaire/-X-Prong--Solitaire_977.htm
http://www.whiteflash.com/Engagement-Rings/Styles/Solitaire/-W-Prong--solitaire_741.htm

Maybe this will help, this is the stone I have
http://www.whiteflash.com/hearts_arrows/A-Cut-Above-H-A-cut-diamond-60214.htm

I really appreciate all the imput, and it seems that the concensus is unanimous, Wprond is the winner. That is the setting I was leaning towards, but now I am confused. What is it about the Wprong setting that is more appealing? I never thought about which setting will make the diamond look larger or smaller. What do you mean about the cathedral setting being to bulky for my stone? Is it the width of the setting that makes a difference how big the stone looks b/c if it is then the Xprong should make the diamond look smaller than the others because it is the largest in width. If that correct, is that why the tiffany setting is so popular, because it maximizes the stone's size? It has taken me months to decide on a stone and now Im afraid it may take me just as long to decide on a setting.

Oh yeh, great satchel paige quote!!!!!

 

[Gypsy]

Of the ones you''ve got there I like the w prong. The catherdral is the widest and least fluid. It will make the diamond look smaller than the other two will. then between the X and W, I like the W because its slimmer but also because of the curved prongs and the way they cup the diamond. I just really like the head of that better. Plus since it''s a little slimmer it will make the diamond''s size pop even more. But really it''s all a matter of personal taste. Is your lady more into delicate jewelry or bolder larger pieces? If she''s into bolder modern pieces the catherdral might be the best choice.

Congrats on finding your diamond BTW!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I agree with Gypsy on the W prong. Beautiful diamond!

 

[anacgarcia]

W

 

[LdyNghtWng]

It''s all a matter of taste, of course! The W prong is very nice, and I agree the cathedral is a bit too bulky for your size stone. One thing I don''t like about the W prong is that there looks to be a crimped look to the band as it swoops from the shank toward the crown.

I like this one, it seems more feminine, with a smoother curve up the band toward the diamond. Sadly, I seem to be a little off today and can''t make the link work!

http://www.whiteflash.com/Engagement-Rings/Styles/Solitaire/-Fine-Line--Platinum-Solitaire_691.htm

 

[ladykemma]

also remember to consider how the wedding band will sit with it.

i like the W

 

[Kaleigh]

Gorgeous stone, I also vote for the W prong.

 

[belle]

well...i''m definitely partial to the w-prong

i have the 3stone version and absolutely love it. it''s perfect.
btw...my center stone is the same size as yours, so you can get an idea of the size ratio.

 

[anacgarcia]

Date: 10/18/2006 7:06:38 PM
Author: belle

btw...my center stone is the same size as yours, so you can get an idea of the size ratio.

WOW belle!!! it looks HUGE for being around 1.2, what''s your ring size?

 

[jaz464]

W

I agree with what everyone else has said. It is the most unique or least seen I think and will make the diamond look the biggest.

 

[belle]

Date: 10/18/2006 7:08:39 PM
Author: anacgarcia



WOW belle!!! it looks HUGE for being around 1.2, what''s your ring size?

thanks anny. the ring is a 4.5

 

[onedrop]

I like the W-prong as well!

And on a side note: Belle, I see you slipped your beauty in here on the sly.

Veeerrry nice!

 

[belle]

Date: 10/18/2006 7:32:59 PM
Author: onedrop
I like the W-prong as well!

And on a side note: Belle, I see you slipped your beauty in here on the sly.

Veeerrry nice!

thank you onedrop

someday i will start my own thread. i just haven''t got around to it yet. i need to get the camera out and get some pics.
hopefully soooooooooon!

 

[onedrop]

Cool! I am a big fan of three-stone rings. Looking forward to pictures.

 

[gailrmv]

Hi! I like the W prong a lot, and I also like the X prong -I have the one made by Vatche and am very pleased with it. I''ve got a bunch of pictures posted including my eternity band thread on SMTR if you want to check it out!

 

[february2003bride]

You can't go wrong with either but I'd go with the "W" for a round.

 

[bling*diva*]

~~W-prong hands down... Belle, I love your ring!!

 

[mrssalvo]

Date: 10/18/2006 8:56:55 PM
Author: bling*diva*
~~W-prong hands down... Belle, I love your ring!!

ditto..

 

[anacgarcia]

Date: 10/18/2006 7:40:17 PM
Author: belle

Date: 10/18/2006 7:32:59 PM


someday i will start my own thread. i just haven''t got around to it yet. i need to get the camera out and get some pics.

hopefully soooooooooon!

yes belle you have to do it!! your ring is gorgeoooous

 

[Stone Hunter]

I prefer the W because the shank is thinner near the diamond. Focus on the diamond.

 

[upgrading mama]

W.
Love it, it is unique and has a gorgeous and interesting look from the side view. you will get to see more of your sparkly!