Thoughts on pad sapphire?

[scouty]

@voce good advice, and yeah I am still learning about windows

 

[voce]

Now that I went back to see it, I think that's definitely a window albeit a smaller window. If that's the only thing bothering you and you would pull the trigger but for that window/“line”, you could ask Gary how much weight you'd lose if you had him recut it to correct for the window.

It's by individual choice of the cutter what gets maximized. However, as a buyer, I would personally prefer a smaller but perfect gem over a larger windowed one. Not what every buyer would choose, but if you would commit to buying it, I'm sure Gary wouldn't mind recurring it to eliminate the window.

 

[chrono]

I wouldn't recut. I would view it in person and check it out thoroughly, then decide whether it bugs me enough return it or that it has other qualities that make it a keeper. Gary would have tweaked it if he felt it was worth it.

 

[scouty]

Yeah I am going to view in person!

 

[scouty]

Received the stone today and took some quick pics in various lights!

 

[scouty]

Some pics compared to ruby. Please excuse the horrid nails

 

[chrono]

What do you think?

 

[scouty]

I think it's super pretty color in person. I've never bought a loose gem before so I am trying to imagine it set, I definitely think it would need a halo for the look I am going for. I do notice the tiny window, but it doesn't both me that much, I guess. I was able to get a deal on it so I am thinking to keep. @chrono do you have any opinion?

 

[chrono]

The colour concentration at the two ends are very obvious to my eye. That said, the overall colouration is fantastic!

 

[scouty]

@chrono yes, definitely can see the concentration on the ends. I kind of like it

 

[MissyBeaucoup]

I love it and think it has a lot of character. The color looks great on you too! It’s easy to imagine it with a halo as the perfect proportion.

 

[scouty]

@MissyBeaucoup thanks!

 

[MissyBeaucoup]

@MissyBeaucoup thanks!

You’re welcome! Enjoy your good fortune!

 

[MakingTheGrade]

I think the color is gorgeous and would be a stunner with the right setting!

 

[scouty]

@MakingTheGrade thanks! What kind of setting would you suggest?

 

[elle_71125]

I love it! It has a gorgeous overall color and looks awesome with your skin tone.

Here's a few setting ideas...

 

[scouty]

@elle_71125 Thanks for the suggestions I like the idea of a halo with some side stones, maybe half moons. I reached out to DK to see if he can help on this project. This is my first time setting a loose stone so feeling like a newbie.

 

[elle_71125]

@elle_71125 Thanks for the suggestions I like the idea of a halo with some side stones, maybe half moons. I reached out to DK to see if he can help on this project. This is my first time setting a loose stone so feeling like a newbie.

That was my favorite option too. The pad is on the narrow side so I think the halo with side stones will help bump out the size a bit...plus, I've wanted to do a setting like that for years. DK will definitely be able to help you with that.

 

[chrono]

I would try to “fatten” the sides of the center stone to balance out the feel of the ring. I’d add side stones, then halo the trio as one.

 

[scouty]

@chrono yeah it definitely needs to be fattened out. I’m thinking a semi-halo like above but with half moons followed by tapered baguettes and thin shank. Having DK draw up some designs! So excited!

 

[MakingTheGrade]

I vote half moons too!

 

[scouty]

Got a CAD design from DK!! Would appreciate any feedback.

 

[lovedogs]

I would replace the baguettes with half moons. I'm not good at cads, but I think half moons will be better in this design.

 

[elle_71125]

I would replace the baguettes with half moons. I'm not good at cads, but I think half moons will be better in this design.

I think this design has both baguettes and half moons.

 

[lovedogs]

I think this design has both baguettes and half moons.

Oh you're totally right! Was looking on my phone and the colors blended and made it look like 1 center Stone. Whoops!

That said, I think it will look better if the half moons are clearly separate. So center Stone + halo and then half moons outside that. Like the pics @elle_71125 attached above.

 

[alene]

I really like the CADs! What color metal are you using, Scouty?
And I’m so impressed with David’s turnaround! I just asked him for drawings yesterday, hoping your short wait is a good sign for me too!

 

[Lovebirdy]

I would suggest going to a store where they will balancea your stone in a setting while trying rings on. It really helps to try things on and figure out what you like. I saw a dream ring online once that I loved... until i put it on! Realized I actually didn't like that style at all.

 

[scouty]

@alene I'm thinking to go with white gold or platinum. Hope you get your CADs soon!

@Lovebirdy good suggestion, I'll try to do that this week!

Now, I am considering a more "ornate" or substantial halo like the Suzanne from CVB Design. Possibly in two tone, but not sure if the rose gold would clash with the pad color.

 

[elle_71125]

@alene I'm thinking to go with white gold or platinum. Hope you get your CADs soon!

@Lovebirdy good suggestion, I'll try to do that this week!

Now, I am considering a more "ornate" or substantial halo like the Suzanne from CVB Design. Possibly in two tone, but not sure if the rose gold would clash with the pad color.

I personally love rose gold with pad sapphires. @natasha-cupcake has a gorgeous example of a rose gold bezel on a pad.

Editing to add pic

 

[scouty]

I personally love rose gold with pad sapphires. @natasha-cupcake has a gorgeous example of a rose gold bezel on a pad.

Editing to add pic

Oh yes @natasha-cupcake ring is gorgeous! Thanks for pointing it out to me, it actually has both rose gold and a bezel, the two elements I’m debating on!! This makes it easy to make a decision.