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Just bought a diamond ring for GF do u see a fisheye?

http://www.bluenile.com/diamond-search?stockno=LD03863912

I believe this is what I am going to settle on. I compared it to a ton of others, now I am just debating keeping the same setting. or switching to something with a slightly smaller band. She wears a 4-4.25 ring, and the current band is 2.28mm (wider at the leaf section). Another possible setting would have a 1.5mm band. Plugging the dimensions into the diamdb website (thanks for showing me that!) basically let me know that the surface appearance will only be 1.15mm difference from the original ring.
 
Niel|1422286904|3822204 said:
Dudebassoon|1422286456|3822201 said:
I was wrong on the color, it is an I. I am not opposed to a round, she had mentioned that she like the square versions a little more then the round. Thank you all for your help and advice, as well as stopping me from making a mistake!
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If she prefers square get her the cushion. Being a hearts and arrows I'd be comfortable with that color in that size.

I think you'll be pleasantly surprised by the difference in sparkle
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The sentiment you've attached to that setting is sweet, but like others have said, she won't necessarily equate sentiment to a leasing aesthetic.

I think you might be able to find something more timeless than that design, that will flatter her very tiny hands

Besides the one you posted already, these are what I'd consider

http://www.bluenile.com/build-your-own-ring/petite-milgrain-diamond-engagement-ring-14k-white-gold_42042?elem=img&track=product

http://www.bluenile.com/build-your-own-ring/diamond-engagement-ring-white-gold_20306?elem=img&track=product
 
I like the first of Neil's suggestions above. I think this will both suit someone with small hands and also will give the center stone more impact (it will look bigger b/c the shank of the ring is narrower at the center stone). It also still has a little antiquey flair to it.
 
So I will get the new diamond on Tuesday. Apparently the one in the pictures was such a bad cut that the replacement diamond has the same surface area and is not even close to a carat. This diamond is not a spread diamond either. Glad I listened to you guys and I appreciate all of your input. For now I want to see what the new diamond will look like in the original setting, but I can still switch it should I choose too. Thanks again, I'll post pictures Tuesday when I get it!!
 
Niel, your ring looks amazing!!!
 
Dudebassoon|1422764572|3825335 said:
So I will get the new diamond on Tuesday. Apparently the one in the pictures was such a bad cut that the replacement diamond has the same surface area and is not even close to a carat. This diamond is not a spread diamond either. Glad I listened to you guys and I appreciate all of your input. For now I want to see what the new diamond will look like in the original setting, but I can still switch it should I choose too. Thanks again, I'll post pictures Tuesday when I get it!!
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Can't wait to hear your opinion on the stone! Did you stick with the same setting?
 
Yes for right now I wanted to see the difference this diamond would make in the same setting.
 
Here is the new diamond. Now I am thinking a different setting... Possibly ;)

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All of these pictures are with no flash
 
Dudebassoon|1422984544|3826665 said:
Here is the new diamond. Now I am thinking a different setting... Possibly ;)
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Wow. Even through pictures the difference is night and day. How do you feel?

I think a different setting might make the diamond more of the focal point, but that's really up to you if you decide to swap it.
 
Incredible improvement, you're right the diamond does look much larger. I'm not fond of the prongs though, they seem really large in the photos especially compared to the delicate sidestone settings - is it like that in real life? What is giving you concern about the setting?
 
Prongs do look larger

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Niel|1422984758|3826671 said:
Dudebassoon|1422984544|3826665 said:
Here is the new diamond. Now I am thinking a different setting... Possibly ;)
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Wow. Even through pictures the difference is night and day. How do you feel?

I think a different setting might make the diamond more of the focal point, but that's really up to you if you decide to swap it.
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I feel I am definitely glad I took your advice!
 
Hmm I do like that setting! I might also consider the antique onebposted above, just in case you're concerned the multi row pave will overpower the center, or if your concerned about the pave diamonds on the side scratching the wedding band.

How do you feel about the size compared to the original?
 
Dudebassoon|1422988289|3826716 said:
I was thinking the prongs looked big as well. At first I really like the setting and thought that it was different and unique, definitely not the norm, but now that the diamond (which I had no idea could have this kind of effect) is so much better I am kind of leaning towards something like this. Either way this diamond is a keeper!

http://www.bluenile.com/build-your-own-ring/trio-micropave-diamond-engagement-ring-14k-white-gold_21489?elem=img&track=product
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I'm not a fan of this style, the three-row is too fussy for my taste and a little too 'mod' for my classic taste. I think the style you chose is lovely if the prongs can be fixed, otherwise I'm very fond of the first option Neil listed on this page. Since the settings are assembled you should have no problem asking BN to correct the prongs / pronghead for that ring. Just saying- don't throw out the baby etc just because of a finishing flaw.

If you're not into the ring generally then I'd probably ask BN to swap for a plain solitaire or propose within the return window so she can choose her own reset. You may get a better feel if you take her ring shopping which you can still do after proposing - either with a plain solitaire or the one you have in hand.

Thanks for keeping us posted!
 
Just wanted to add that that diamond looks so much better - it would be fun to do a side by side as a clear example for someone who's questioning the difference cut can make in the appearance of a diamond. Great job!
 
Roqsteady|1422999644|3826819 said:
Just wanted to add that that diamond looks so much better - it would be fun to do a side by side as a clear example for someone who's questioning the difference cut can make in the appearance of a diamond. Great job!
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I'll rock the boat.

The new diamond looks so much better to you. Comparing the previous princess to the new round is like comparing an apple to a banana. They're both diamonds, but of different shapes and flavours. One person likes apples, others like bananas, some may enjoy them both, but they're not the same so trying to compare them is a bit of a null point. I personally didn't mind the look of the orginal, and thats after comparing it to the round. End of the day the beauty lies in the eye of the beholder, and if the op was hung up on a detail with the initial stone, and isn't with the new one then its a win all round!

Now comparing a fair round to an ideal.. The difference is quite notable.
 
KobiD|1423002259|3826837 said:
Roqsteady|1422999644|3826819 said:
Just wanted to add that that diamond looks so much better - it would be fun to do a side by side as a clear example for someone who's questioning the difference cut can make in the appearance of a diamond. Great job!
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I'll rock the boat.

The new diamond looks so much better to you. Comparing the previous princess to the new round is like comparing an apple to a banana. They're both diamonds, but of different shapes and flavours. One person likes apples, others like bananas, some may enjoy them both, but they're not the same so trying to compare them is a bit of a null point. I personally didn't mind the look of the orginal, and thats after comparing it to the round. End of the day the beauty lies in the eye of the beholder, and if the op was hung up on a detail with the initial stone, and isn't with the new one then its a win all round!

Now comparing a fair round to an ideal.. The difference is quite notable.
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That's a h&a cushion, not a round.

And totally agree, crushed ice vs h&a are two different flavors. I don't think the original stone was a very good example of crushed ice for a cushion though.
 
I actually really like this setting! I agree the prongs are bit large, but I dont love the other setting.
 
Here are then side by side. I think the size is ok, her ring finger is a size 4, maybe slightly smaller so it should look fine and not too small for being a .8. I used a calculator and found the .8 diamond has the same top surface area as the 1ct I replaced.

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Niel|1423004692|3826862 said:
That's a h&a cushion, not a round.

And totally agree, crushed ice vs h&a are two different flavors. I don't think the original stone was a very good example of crushed ice for a cushion though.
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Thanks Niel. My mistake, however you still saw the direction I was heading. Photos never seem to do a stone justice either.
 
KobiD|1423006734|3826877 said:
Niel|1423004692|3826862 said:
That's a h&a cushion, not a round.

And totally agree, crushed ice vs h&a are two different flavors. I don't think the original stone was a very good example of crushed ice for a cushion though.
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Thanks Niel. My mistake, however you still saw the direction I was heading. Photos never seem to do a stone justice either.
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Totally right. Especially ones with facets like that cushion. Takes a lot of practice to get those to look good!
 
HI:

You've been hard at it! The new diamond is :appl: :love: ! You'll all enjoy the sparkle.

cheers--Sharon
 
KobiD|1423002259|3826837 said:
Roqsteady|1422999644|3826819 said:
Just wanted to add that that diamond looks so much better - it would be fun to do a side by side as a clear example for someone who's questioning the difference cut can make in the appearance of a diamond. Great job!
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I'll rock the boat.

The new diamond looks so much better to you. Comparing the previous princess to the new round is like comparing an apple to a banana. They're both diamonds, but of different shapes and flavours. One person likes apples, others like bananas, some may enjoy them both, but they're not the same so trying to compare them is a bit of a null point. I personally didn't mind the look of the orginal, and thats after comparing it to the round. End of the day the beauty lies in the eye of the beholder, and if the op was hung up on a detail with the initial stone, and isn't with the new one then its a win all round!

Now comparing a fair round to an ideal.. The difference is quite notable.
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True, we are comparing different shapes (round to cushion, not princess). I was more intending to applaud the process that he's gone through to educate himself and find a quality diamond rather than compare the merits of each diamond individually. Although I must say, even given as difficult as it is to photograph diamonds, given the two photos I still think you'd be hard pressed to find a majority who think the bottom diamond "looks better to them."
 
Roqsteady|1423011966|3826912 said:
KobiD|1423002259|3826837 said:
Roqsteady|1422999644|3826819 said:
Just wanted to add that that diamond looks so much better - it would be fun to do a side by side as a clear example for someone who's questioning the difference cut can make in the appearance of a diamond. Great job!
Click to expand...

I'll rock the boat.

The new diamond looks so much better to you. Comparing the previous princess to the new round is like comparing an apple to a banana. They're both diamonds, but of different shapes and flavours. One person likes apples, others like bananas, some may enjoy them both, but they're not the same so trying to compare them is a bit of a null point. I personally didn't mind the look of the orginal, and thats after comparing it to the round. End of the day the beauty lies in the eye of the beholder, and if the op was hung up on a detail with the initial stone, and isn't with the new one then its a win all round!

Now comparing a fair round to an ideal.. The difference is quite notable.
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True, we are comparing different shapes (round to cushion, not princess). I was more intending to applaud the process that he's gone through to educate himself and find a quality diamond rather than compare the merits of each diamond individually. Although I must say, even given as difficult as it is to photograph diamonds, given the two photos I still think you'd be hard pressed to find a majority who think the bottom diamond "looks better to them."
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Both of the diamonds are cushions. One is an h&a the other is a regular modified brilliant.. I have enjoyed everyone's advice, as this is very important to me, and everyone has been so very helpful!! Thank you all!!!
 
Sorry for all the pics. Just really diggin it!

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Dudebassoon|1423073238|3827297 said:
Sorry for all the pics. Just really diggin it!
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Don't apologize! We all love to be paid for our help in photos!

Make a decision about the setting?
 
The new diamond looks amazing!! So glad you made the switch :)
 
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