May I see your 2+ carat halo's Rings please?

[TruLuv858]

Hello all,

I am going back and forth on the design of my halo... Do I double it? do I just have a single? Do I have one on top and one a long the side angled? I am confident in my jeweler, but I am really struggling with finalizing my design as I am afraid of the dreaded "saucer effect," of the double halo if it isn't executed correctly. I want serious finger coverage, but not at the expense of looking overdone... I just love some of the gorgeous double halos I have seen on here, cookiesmom, Von03, Stirfry- they all have very sizeable stones too! I have been to multiple jewelers in my area and none seem to have stone larger than a 1.5 in a halo. I am sure there is a thread on here similar to this request, but I can't find it. I have a 2.5 OMB.

Thanks all!!!!

 

[DC519]

Go for the double. Remember a lot of the saucer cup affect is only seen in big photos. I liked that photo of Jessica Biels ring you posted.
I think if you do single, you'll regret it and will feel like you have lost finger coverage.


A round, but I like the way this looks





And this one is my favorite. I believe hers is a 3 or 4. It's a lot of finger coverage but it is gorgeous.

 

[DC519]

Here's another photo (better one) I love double halos and I think this one is one of my favorites

 

[msop04]

I prefer a single row when doing a round halo/round stone combo, but I like both single and double halos for other shapes (oval, cushion, etc...) -- as long as the proportion is right, I don't think you can go wrong! Mine is 2.43 (8.7 mm) MRB in a single cushion shaped halo that is double sided, so no metal showing from the side view. Can't wait to see what you decide!

 

[msop04]

...I forgot to add size 5.25 finger.

 

[TruLuv858]

Go for the double. Remember a lot of the saucer cup affect is only seen in big photos. I liked that photo of Jessica Biels ring you posted.
I think if you do single, you'll regret it and will feel like you have lost finger coverage.


A round, but I like the way this looks





And this one is my favorite. I believe hers is a 3 or 4. It's a lot of finger coverage but it is gorgeous.

DC519- these pics are so helpful! Is that your round? Its gorgeous! If so what is your finger size? I worry I will want more coverage.

MSOP04- your ring is stunning!!

Thanks for sharing ladies!!

 

[TruLuv858]

DC519- I just realized I don't believe that is your round- you are having a double halo made though, right? I thought I remembered you mentioning it in another post. I really do believe you are right, I would likely always wonder about the finger coverage...

 

[DC519]

No, that is just a style I like, not the round, but how the halo is done. My finger size is 5.2, and yes, I have a double halo modeled after the Soleste. I am planning on changing it to like Jamie Caparulos, the double halo with a single shank (not split like mine, and delicate, mine is much more delicate than the Soleste overall BUT I have a 2mm split shank, would prefer 1.8mm single shank) AND pave on the donut and stems (but want to do this after an upgrade, around the 2.5, preferably 3 carat mark)

Here's mine right now (exactly a 2ct)


Size 5.25, but in this photo, it was a size 5, it was right before I had it re-sized to 5.25 (Sorry for the akward angle)

With my wedding band, 3mm band (I have a 1.8mm eternity band that I wear with it now)
I will try and upload more photos from my phone, these are the ones I had saved and they're not great.


And yes, I am like you as well. I went and tried on single halos thinking I would like that, and while on PS and online I LOVE single halos BUT on my hand, the double halo gets me every.single.time.

I say go for it. When done well, it looks beautiful and sparkles beautifully. It cured my DSS immediately, but now I just want bigger overall (3 carat OR if it's under 3 carat but faces up like a 3 carat, fine with that too!) but I am very,very happy with my ring right now, which took awhile for me to get to.

 

[TruLuv858]

DC519- honestly, it's rings like yours that make me definetly want a double. Your ring is perfect. We are so on the same page for our reset, I a! Having her create it with a single shank as well... I'm curious, do you know who you are using for your reset yet? Whoever made your current ring did a beautiful job, is it handforged? It's absolutely beautiful! Please post more pics! I'm still torn on what to do underneath, but am Leaning towards a basket- delicate filigree or petal with a couple of pink diamonds... We shall see... This is a fun but stressful process!

 

[laurenk]

I found this and thought of you! I really love the twin side stones.

 

[TruLuv858]

Laurenk- haha! I have seen this before, its in my inspiration folder its beautiful!!!!!

 

[SB621]

Instead of stating your ct size of your center you should really list your mm size. A 2.5ct XYZ all face up differently among cushions and rounds.

As far as single or double I would want to see CADs and a wax of both before I made my final decision.

 

[TruLuv858]

Instead of stating your ct size of your center you should really list your mm size. A 2.5ct XYZ all face up differently among cushions and rounds.

As far as single or double I would want to see CADs and a wax of both before I made my final decision.

SB621- it's an 8.67x7.53, and the tough part is, is that the jewler I will be using doesn't use CAD, it will be handforged. Additionally, I am cross country from her... It's amazing how a project like this can consume you! lol!

 

[tweeter8177]

I just got my 2.3ct (8.6mm) round reset into a single cushion halo recently. I was actually quite shocked at how much finger coverage it gave me. This was for a right hand ring and it is so much bigger than my 3.25ct ering! I personally can't imagine another 2.6mm-3mm added for a double halo, so I vote single halo. When I had it made, I originally wanted a double halo and the jeweler politely told me that he thought the double halo could be overpowering. He recommended doing the double halo on the side if I wanted to the double halo. I am attaching a couple of pictures on my left hand that is a 5 1/2 (although the ring itself is a 6 3/8 for my RH). Sorry the pictures aren't great.




My 2.3ct halo with my 3.25ct ering for reference. The picture doesn't even do justice to how much bigger the halo ring is vs. my ering.

 

[TruLuv858]

Tweeter- your ring is gorgeous! Can I see a sideview shot of it?

 

[tweeter8177]

Sure! It is pretty traditional with pave on the stems and donut. Also, the pave on the whole ring is bright cut with miligrain (Tiffany Legacy style), so not the normal v-cut.

 

[TruLuv858]

Tweeter-

 

[TruLuv858]

Tweeter-

 

[DC519]

I will try and upload more photos this evening for you!

I think if you do a delicate double halo, slightly smaller melee than the cushion one posted above, it will add the extra finger coverage and not overwhelm the stone. I think cushion cuts can handle the double halo BUT I am biased. Does you jeweler have a satisfaction guarantee policy? I know VC does. If you have it done in a double, hate it, see if they will remake it in a single. I think that way you'll have nothing to lose. Maybe take a trip to Tiffanys and try on the biggest soleste style they have and then try on the biggest single halo soleste (I think they do it now in cushion and EC) it will help I think visualize it on your hand.

 

[wingsofsteel]

Single halo 10 pointers in halo and on band. 4.03 ct cushion center stone 2.23ct in halo, band and around gallery. Total weight 6.36
size 5

 

[tweeter8177]

Oh I should add that the melee in my halo are 1.1mm (which I believe are 1/2 pointers, maybe slightly bigger). The halo is actually 1.7mm (one side) to allow for the miligrain and would have been 1.3-1.4mm with no miligrain/v-cut.

 

[TruLuv858]

Single halo 10 pointers in halo and on band. 4.03 ct cushion center stone 2.23ct in halo, band and around gallery. Total weight 6.36
size 5

Holy Moly, that's a lot of diamond

 

[TruLuv858]

I will try and upload more photos this evening for you!

I think if you do a delicate double halo, slightly smaller melee than the cushion one posted above, it will add the extra finger coverage and not overwhelm the stone. I think cushion cuts can handle the double halo BUT I am biased. Does you jeweler have a satisfaction guarantee policy? I know VC does. If you have it done in a double, hate it, see if they will remake it in a single. I think that way you'll have nothing to lose. Maybe take a trip to Tiffanys and try on the biggest soleste style they have and then try on the biggest single halo soleste (I think they do it now in cushion and EC) it will help I think visualize it on your hand.

DC519- I have tried, but they never seem to have anything bigger than a 1.5- and I really don't know if I want them to call in a stone for me, but I might just need to do that! I am curious, what size melee do you have? I assume both rows are the same size?

 

[DC519]

Some from the trusty cell phone!


Showing some warmth (mind you the the vet has yellowy brown walls)


Real life perspective to show size even for just a 2 ct


While driving with the sunroof open

Tried to find ones that show a close up, I believe mine are all the same melee on the halo, I will pull out the appraisal and double check for you.

And while I know you don't want to be a bother to Tiffany's as you're not buying from them, I'd still recommend asking them to find larger and bring it in. Even a 2 will help I think. If for some reason they can't, I would ask your jeweler if they have that satisfaction guarantee policy. Maybe express how concerned you are. (OR would he or she be able to make a wax model with cz melee?)

 

[TruLuv858]

DC519- perfection. Thank you for sharing! I am Definitely going to ask about the guarantee. It will honestly put my mind at ease.

 

[CharmyPoo]

It's not really fair to our jewelers to ask them to remake something because the buyer changed their mind and doesn't like it. It's one thing if it is not made to spec and another when the buyer changed their mind. I think VC's policy is generous but I am not so sure a halo like what we are talking about here is considered a new and unique design.

"We understand the hesitation of trying out a brand new design and the uncertainty that it will come out as envisioned. Clients commissioning Victor Canera to create that new and unique design (either supplied by us or customer supplied) will received full credit (minus side-stones if required) towards another item if they're unhappy with their completed jewel."

 

[DC519]

VC remade an emilya from a cushion to a round for one client just recently because she didn't like it. And yes, it is a very generous policy, and one shouldn't expect this regularly, I do agree. I only suggested she ask her jeweler about this, as she is obviously very in between on designs and has put a lot of thought and research into this project. It's not like she's just trying it on a whim, and it never hurts to ask. I've seen other jewelers mention similar policies, and while of course one would not expect a reset after reset after reset just because "they don't like it," I don't think asking if in the unusual event she hates the double halo design (which I don't think she will) to possibly see if a single halo design could be substituted out.

But yes, to prevent disliking it the first go around is the end goal. I always ask myself what would I regret not doing more in these situations and that usually helps me make the right decision.

 

[tweeter8177]

TruLuv858,

Have you looked at the Soleste at Tiffany’s in a colored stone? I am in a smaller market for Tiffany’s and they had a few different colored stone rings that were 2carats (8mm) in a double halo. Specifically, they had the tanzanite in both round and cushion shape. I believe that is the only size they make that ring in. They also could have the tourmaline or aquamarine. That will give you a sense on finger coverage.

 

[TruLuv858]

TruLuv858,

Have you looked at the Soleste at Tiffany’s in a colored stone? I am in a smaller market for Tiffany’s and they had a few different colored stone rings that were 2carats (8mm) in a double halo. Specifically, they had the tanzanite in both round and cushion shape. I believe that is the only size they make that ring in. They also could have the tourmaline or aquamarine. That will give you a sense on finger coverage.

Tweeter- great idea, going to try that route... I had only inquired about diamonds, which is why I was more limited.

DC519- while I don't plan on changing my ring after completion, I did reach out to confirm and was satisfied with the answer. Charmypoo is right, in that it wouldn't be fair to the jeweler, but I really appreciate you brining this to my attention, just to make sure I have my bases covered

 

[wingsofsteel]

If you are going to get a handmade ring, they should do a wax model first once you pick out your diamond. That is how my fiance made my ring. He was going back and forth with the size of the diamonds in the halo and because he didn't want to overpower the center stone (which took him 3 months to pick) they used a step down halo slightly underneath my higher up center stone. The wax model helped him to choose and is usually done with a hand forged ring. I'm really glad with what he made, and the jeweler always told me I can come back and change it if I wanted (which I probably never will) my ring was such an amazing surprise