Please show me your high set diamonds - and tell me what you like and dislike

[Drm1grl]

I fell in love with a setting where the diamond is set up much higher than I normally would pick. I would love to thers with high set diamonds or gems and hear what you like and dislike about a Stone hat is set high. Thanks!

 

[mrs-b]

@Drm1grl - I'll be interested to see any posts on this thread. I love a higher set soli. My Beloved ring had the basket raised twice, and it could still be higher, in my opinion.

Looking forward to the photos of others!

 

[PM83]

I’d love to see photos and see people’s opinions on this as well. I’m currently looking into a higher setting as well!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I prefer not to have a diamond set high, because there is a much greater chance of whacking the diamond on something. This can result in damage to the ring, shattering or chipping the diamond, or even losing a diamond. Most here probably have their diamonds set medium height, and some even have their diamonds set low especially if they have to wear gloves when they work, for example. I think a medium height is most attractive, as well. So I've never even considered setting a diamond high.

 

[mrs-b]

I prefer not to have a diamond set high, because there is a much greater chance of whacking the diamond on something. This can result in damage to the ring, shattering or chipping the diamond, or even losing a diamond. Most here probably have their diamonds set medium height, and some even have their diamonds set low especially if they have to wear gloves when they work, for example. I think a medium height is most attractive, as well. So I've never even considered setting a diamond high.

I think this one is personal experience and behavior. If you're like me - a person who rarely wears her e-ring and is very careful in general when she does, and has never had a jewelry accident - then I say - have at it!

As for the look of it - that's *definitely* personal taste. I think large diamonds in particular, set low, can look squat - so that's the countering argument, I suppose.

One can always go too far, no matter what one likes - but even then - who am I to disagree with something that's purely aesthetic? If I could change one thing about Beloved, it would be to make her basket a little higher. Proportion is everything, in my opinion.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I think this one is personal experience and behavior. If you're like me - a person who rarely wears her e-ring and is very careful in general when she does, and has never had a jewelry accident - then I say - have at it!

As for the look of it - that's *definitely* personal taste. I think large diamonds in particular, set low, can look squat - so that's the countering argument, I suppose.

One can always go too far, no matter what one likes - but even then - who am I to disagree with something that's purely aesthetic? If I could change one thing about Beloved, it would be to make her basket a little higher. Proportion is everything, in my opinion.

I can't ever recall you having what I call a high set diamond, @mrs-b ! All of your rings have had beautiful proportions! But that's very true that special occasion pieces are not at risk like a daily wear piece is!

 

[PM83]

Since we are on the topic of high settings, is it still recommended to use a spacer in between a pave wedding band and engagement ring? Or can you get away without a spacer if the engagement ring is set high enough that the prongs and wedding band don’t touch each other?

Also, for a solitaire setting, is it better to go custom route or with stock setting? The setting I currently have is a stock setting but the craftsman ship is quite poor. Both sides of the ring shank are an uneven thickness, and just doesn’t look the best quality. Was this a one off or is this expected with most stock settings?

Thanks!

 

[Kim N]

Since we are on the topic of high settings, is it still recommended to use a spacer in between a pave wedding band and engagement ring? Or can you get away without a spacer if the engagement ring is set high enough that the prongs and wedding band don’t touch each other?

I believe the latter. I have never worn a spacer, but my wedding band is very low-set and doesn't touch the prongs of the e-ring.

Also, for a solitaire setting, is it better to go custom route or with stock setting? The setting I currently have is a stock setting but the craftsman ship is quite poor. Both sides of the ring shank are an uneven thickness, and just doesn’t look the best quality. Was this a one off or is this expected with most stock settings?

Thanks!

The quality of stock settings probably varies widely with manufacturer. I've owned many stock settings without issues in craftsmanship.

 

[Drm1grl]

I fell in love with a setting where the diamond is set up much higher than I normally would pick. I would love to thers with high set diamonds or gems and hear what you like and dislike about a Stone hat is set high. Thanks!

Just noticed my typos. Ugh! I meant to say I would love to hear from PSers with high set diamonds or gems and what you like and dislike about them.

 

[Ally T]

Since we are on the topic of high settings, is it still recommended to use a spacer in between a pave wedding band and engagement ring? Or can you get away without a spacer if the engagement ring is set high enough that the prongs and wedding band don’t touch each other?

Also, for a solitaire setting, is it better to go custom route or with stock setting? The setting I currently have is a stock setting but the craftsman ship is quite poor. Both sides of the ring shank are an uneven thickness, and just doesn’t look the best quality. Was this a one off or is this expected with most stock settings?

Thanks!

I have a high set solitaire that stands 8.5mm off my finger. It needed a new setting & I went custom so that one of my main issues of claw chewing could be addressed. At the time, my full eternity ring was in a bulky claw setting & had done a bit of damage to my previous ering setting. So I went high. Typically, I then had to have my eternity reset about 2 years later as it kept going off round. I had a handmade ring done by my jeweller friend, which was a solid chanel set & much lower in profile. I am now left with a high solitaire that's a bit in your face, but I'm used to it. It does bash on things occasionally, but it's pretty hefty, so has never needed repair in the 9 years I've had it in its higher home. Would I get it lowered one day? Yes. But it's not urgent & I'm hoping to replace it with my dream Tiffany classic solitaire, in which case the pear will get a whole new dress for my RH.

 

[bright&shiny]

I think my ER diamond sits high (especially considering that I prefer lower set stones), but I love it. No problems in 12 years. Here are a few shots with and without stacking.

 

[Dancing Fire]

Not mine but you ask for it. The Eiffel Tower ring.

 

[LLJsmom]

I'm one that had my stone set in what can be called a squat setting, very low. I loved it. My current setting is a medium height, which I have gotten accustomed to and appreciate. A high set stone would never work for me because I wear my ring all day, and I would knock it on things. I also prefer a more fluid look for the whole ring and a stone set high looks too disjointed to my eyes. However, to each their own. Each person will have their own preference for what appeals to them and what works in their lives.

 

[caolsen]

This is as high as I think I have in a solitaire. The design of the setting means it has to sit higher than say a peg head to create the air gap below the stone. I generally set stones as low as I can, but for this one I went higher.

I like the gap below the stone. This is a light pink/brown diamond so the color shows from all sides this way. That said, it’s more prong to knocks as it’s higher than most of my rings. It’s manageable for me as the stone is pretty shallow.

 

[mrs-b]

This is as high as I think I have in a solitaire. The design of the setting means it has to sit higher than say a peg head to create the air gap below the stone. I generally set stones as low as I can, but for this one I went higher.

I like the gap below the stone. This is a light pink/brown diamond so the color shows from all sides this way. That said, it’s more prong to knocks as it’s higher than most of my rings. It’s manageable for me as the stone is pretty shallow.

@caolsen -

I absolutely ADORE this setting.

Gorgeous!!

 

[bright&shiny]

@caolsen
Beautiful! I love the prongs and the smooth swoop of every gold element!

 

[Natylad]

My mom's engagement ring! Worn for many many years without any problem whatsoever!