Last poll on setting

[redroze]

Last poll on setting I hope. I'll spare you the novel so just look up my previous posts if you want background. Wax of the split eagle prongs setting should come in next week. And thanks!!!

From my other post...
Can I get some honest opinions? I swear I'm not trying to be indecisive...I'm usually so decisive even to a fault. That's why this upgrade process has made me a little crazy. Do you think doing a round halo will be better than doing the split eagle's prongs? I was all set to do the solitaire look, but in looking at the original setting I notice that having the brighcut pave and milgrain around the centre round stone just does something...it makes it look more vintage and more finished. So tell me honestly please...I won't be offended. Do you think I should stick with the split eagle's prongs or do a round halo? FYI I don't prefer Diamondseeker's halo above with the milgrain bezel around the round diamond, but the one below with no bezel.

For the cushion halo I'd ask ERD to do Tweeter's halo: https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/first-timer-with-erd-cad-please-help.199564/
For the split prongs I'd do dainty, skinny (and apparentally sharp...) ones like Wendylynne https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/new-er-ring-blues.200397/

 

[Roxy]

Redroze, the split eagle prong setting is GORGEOUS. It's been making your heart sing for a while now, and your DH loves it as well. Follow your heart (and your gut) and just enjoy the process of waiting for your beautiful ring !

I've followed every post on every one of your threads about all of this, and I'm convinced that this design is going to thrill you to pieces. As you said yourself, the halo idea "came out of nowhere", so I'm afraid it's more of a case of excitement and adrenalin than really longing for a halo.
The wax is coming in next week right? YAY, I seriously cannot wait to see pics of it on your finger!!

 

[Gypsy]

No halo gets my vote. The setting is so lovely and i think without a halo it focuses on the center stone and those beautiful shoulders. Those details get lost when you add a halo. That said, if you HAVE to have a halo, I prefer the round halo. It's less distracting.

 

[braga123]

My first choice iS bezel but you ruled that out. Second choice is round halo, true to design. Your design reminds me more of a solitaire, and I'm not a solitaire kind of girl. I think the bezel or halo is more romantic And unique, but only you know what you've been dreaming about.

 

[misskittycat]

I'm the loser who voted for the cushion halo

I have always loved that ring and as someone who has a 1.5ct stone in a halo, I don't think it's too much. But honestly, only you will know what is right for you and if your heart is saying solitaire then go with that. Our opinions mean nothing at the end of the day. You will have to live with your choice. It doesn't matter what WE like.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I am in the same boat as you are, so I understand why you are confused! I think I said that on another thread, but it bears repeating!

I like an e-ring without a halo for myself. But, twosanguinehearts SS ring with the cushion halo was soooo gorgeous!!! I feel like it would be too big with my diamond, but I think it would be very nice with a 1.5 ct stone.

I love that shank and it is in my saved rings for my own future projects. However, I am not sure whether it will have the same impact with a prong-set center stone or not. I feel like it takes a large stone or halo to really balance out that shank. I do not really care for small center stones (smaller than yours) in that setting with the plain bezel.

I agree with the idea that what we like is irrelevant, but I know opinions help me think something through when I am uncertain. I think I am going to vote for making it like twosanguinehearts ring with a cushion halo, but not with sharp corners like Tweeter's initial CAD's had. I wish you were asking this about 6 weeks from now after I have a chance to give you a more informed opinion after I get to try on some SS rings!

 

[junebug17]

This was easier when dh didn't like the halo lol - sounds like he had a change of heart!

I have a vintage style round halo and I love it, so that's what I voted for. (The cushion is beautiful too, it's a tough choice for me, can't go wrong with either one! ) But I share Roxy's concern - the consideration of a halo seems kind of spur of the moment; up until now you've seemed so sure about the split prongs.

If you are 100% sure you'll love the halo design, I say go for it - it will give more finger coverage, and I agree that it does add to the vintage feel of the piece (It's hard for me to be unbiased, I really like halos; I have no problem recommending one lol) But if you're not totally sure about the halo, maybe it's best to stick with the split prongs. That's what you envisioned up until now so maybe you should follow your instincts.

I sympathize with you - this is a tough decision, all the options are so pretty!

 

[redroze]

Re: Last poll on settings

My husband didn't like the halo on my 70 pointer at first...but then got used to it and really like it. He prefers simple but when it's a classic design he's good with whatever.

I agree that the halos look more vintage. I like the round halo a lot. What's worrying me is the size of the centre relative to the shank. I have seen and agree with DS on smaller stones not looking great in the bezel with this shank. My 1.5 is hardly small...on a thin pave shank it would not need a halo. But the shank gets bigger towards the centre which makes it look less big I think...so a halo will help balance it. I'm not at all looking for more finger coverage. I want the centre diamond to look balanced with the shank.

Also the type of eternity band I like seems to work better with a halo.

I'm thinking...if the wax comes in and I still have that concern, I'll do the round halo.

 

[junebug17]

Re: Last poll on settings

My husband didn't like the halo on my 70 pointer at first...but then got used to it and really like it. He prefers simple but when it's a classic design he's good with whatever.

I agree that the halos look more vintage. I like the round halo a lot. What's worrying me is the size of the centre relative to the shank. I have seen and agree with DS on smaller stones not looking great in the bezel with this shank. My 1.5 is hardly small...on a thin pave shank it would not need a halo. But the shank gets bigger towards the centre which makes it look less big I think...so a halo will help balance it. I'm not at all looking for more finger coverage. I want the centre diamond to look balanced with the shank.

Also the type of eternity band I like seems to work better with a halo.

I'm thinking…if the wax comes in and I still have that concern, I'll do the round halo.

I apologize, I didn't mean to imply you needed more finger coverage, because you certainly don't with a 1.5 stone , my bad. And good point about balancing the center stone with the shank. Keep us posted as to what you decide!

 

[redroze]

Junebug you didn't imply that at all!! I was just commenting on that as it's the one andonly deterrent for me to add a halo - I don't want anymore finger coverage, at least not from a halo. I'd make that sacrifice though if the halo made the ring look nicer. 1.5 on a size 4 finger will definitely look great!

I only hope to get a final result as stunning and timeless as your halo.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I need to add that I love junebug's halo, too, and I'd like it very much with the round halo as well.

As far as husbands go, I sometimes will ask my husband's opinion just to get a neutral opinion, but his taste and mine are not always going to be the same, and I would never, ever, change my view on a jewelry piece based solely on his opinion. I don't mean that to be harsh, but it would be like him telling me about choosing between two new lawnmowers, and I say I like #2 because of the color or something. And that might be the very last factor of importance to him. Would I be mad if he chose the first lawnmower? Nah, I could really care less and would want him to be happy with his choice since HE is the one who will use it!!!

So go with what you really think is the most beautiful to YOU, redroze!!!

 

[redroze]

Totally DS. He's an opinionated guy, as am I, who favours classics, as do I. But he always says that I have to love it and 'what do I know about jewelry anyway??'

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Totally DS. He's an opinionated guy, as am I, who favours classics, as do I. But he always says that I have to love it and 'what do I know about jewelry anyway??'

Perfect!!! That is about what mine says,too!

 

[junebug17]

Junebug you didn't imply that at all!! I was just commenting on that as it's the one andonly deterrent for me to add a halo - I don't want anymore finger coverage, at least not from a halo. I'd make that sacrifice though if the halo made the ring look nicer. 1.5 on a size 4 finger will definitely look great!

I only hope to get a final result as stunning and timeless as your halo.

Whew, good, I feel better now lol! And thank you…And I can't wait to see your finished ring, it's going to be gorgeous!

by diamondseeker2006 » 05 Apr 2014 02:24
I need to add that I love junebug's halo, too, and I'd like it very much with the round halo as well.

Thanks DS! I agonized between the two styles myself but eventually I just had to pick one lol! I have a 1 carat round diamond just sitting around doing nothing and am SO tempted to pop it into the cushion shaped Ritani halo PS is a bad influence!

 

[Gypsy]

redroze-- you should buy a 1.5 carat CZ for the wax. That way you can really see what it will look like with a stone in it.

You don't need a great CZ, and ERD may even be able to send one with the wax for you (some jewelers have cz's for displays and can loan them to you, I have a local jeweler who has done that for me).

 

[lknvrb4]

I voted for the split prongs but in all honesty I think this setting looks best with a milgrain bezel with no halo.

 

[missy]

No halo gets my vote. The setting is so lovely and i think without a halo it focuses on the center stone and those beautiful shoulders. Those details get lost when you add a halo. That said, if you HAVE to have a halo, I prefer the round halo. It's less distracting.

No halo gets my vote too but I prefer a solitaire for an ER anyway so take my vote with a grain of salt. Having said that I love halo rings in general and think they can be beautiful. But I love a solitaire best for ER when the diamond is beautiful-I like it to be the star.

 

[MarionC]

I love seeing the precise edge of the stone contrasted with the ornate setting. A beautiful combination, to me. To my eye the diamond gets a little downplayed in the setting with the halo. But any way you do it will be fabulous. This is an amazing ring.

 

[CharmyPoo]

Personally, I dislike halos for e-rings although I love halos in general for RHR. I can understand why you don't want a halo or bezel. I think the setting looks lovely with just prongs. In my mind, I never want to go too crazy with an e-ring .. just a bit of twist which would be accomplished with your fancy shank.

I personally hate the cushion halo - it's so bulky and completely ruins the delicate design. If anything, I would go with the bezel or the round halo. I am not a fan of ruining a beautiful round with a cushion shape (and I love cushions).

 

[alene]

Round halo would be my choice, I just like the proportions best with it. But it would look amazing without a halo too.

 

[davidsbfly]

I think they are all nice choices, but I go against the grain and absolutely LOVE the cushion halo with split prongs. The shape is perfect in that example! I am actually in the process of getting ERD to set my RB in a cushion shaped halo with split prongs so I am a little biased I seem to prefer to have something a little different than what everyone else seems to like as the "norm" and I don't want what everyone else has. For instance 1 pointers seem to be standard in halo's, so that's one reason I don't want 1 pointers. Everyone else has them!...lol
Anyway regardless of what everyone else's tastes are, you are the one who has to love it and enjoy seeing it on your finger. I'm sure you will make the right choice for YOU in the end. Good luck!

 

[redroze]

Thanks all not only for the votes but the perspectives! What I like above anything is a beautiful solitaire, so keep your fingers and toes crossed that the wax turns out great

 

[Laila619]

My first choice iS bezel but you ruled that out. Second choice is round halo, true to design. Your design reminds me more of a solitaire, and I'm not a solitaire kind of girl. I think the bezel or halo is more romantic And unique, but only you know what you've been dreaming about.

This. I think the round halo suits the design and makes it flow more.

 

[artdecolover71]

As a former halo gal and now going without, I think the ERD design with the prong set stone really fulfills exactly what you described longing after! It has been quite a journey (and I can totally relate!) and I think the final result will be truly gorgeous!. Hope the wax "feels" just right.