Proposal Ring - Part 2

[Squeaxx]

Pretty photos and ring! Your final ring looks just like the 3D picture =)
Your diamond looks very big too! Is it because you made the diamond sit higher?

Thank you! I thought the claws still look quite thick in the 3D render; but thank god it turned out to be just as I like it!
Yes , the slightly higher setting helps to create an illusion that the diamond is being 'pushed' upwards, plus 6 prongs settings are generally recommended for bigger diamonds as it will make the diamond look rounder and bigger. Lastly, I chose to make it tapered (where the part of the ring gets narrower nearer to the diamond), played a part as well!

 

[Squeaxx]

Wow! Looks so niceeeee~
I wanted to do 6 claw too but if I'm going for Brellia, 4 claw will look nicer. So Brellia or 6 claw? hahahaha

Thank you!
I think 6 prongs suit round diamonds better. If ure gg for brellia then 4!! If not 6 will look weird because the brellia has 4 sides ma haha I think now ure deciding between round or brellia?

 

[thesal]

what u mean by flush with wedding band?

Found 2 images off Google.. see if it clarify your question. The compass orientation claw actually block the wedding band, so they can't flush.

Compass orientation

Clasic orientation

Why the 'block' happens (This was the ring I chose as I wasn't aware of this until much much later)

 

[charleytan]

i am actually eyeing the same wedding band design as seen in the photo under classic orientation, and I was wondering how it will look like when worn together with the engagement ring with loose diamonds on the band... the wedding band design is from T&C, however the photo here looks like it's a rose gold design. Do you happen to have the source url of this photo?

Found 2 images off Google.. see if it clarify your question. The compass orientation claw actually block the wedding band, so they can't flush.

Classic orientation

 

[thesal]

i am actually eyeing the same wedding band design as seen in the photo under classic orientation, and I was wondering how it will look like when worn together with the engagement ring with loose diamonds on the band... the wedding band design is from T&C, however the photo here looks like it's a rose gold design. Do you happen to have the source url of this photo?

Can you try googling that image ? Can't find it on my mobile phone

 

[charleytan]

Can you try googling that image ? Can't find it on my mobile phone

I tried this afternoon, haven't seen the same photo yet. What keyword did you use in your google search, still remember?

 

[xinping]

To customize, is to build, alter or modify something according to personal preference and individual specifications. For example, before the final render of the current design, the prongs were initially higher; but I requested to increase the thickness of the part of the setting below the prongs, and decrease the height of the prongs slightly, while still keeping the overall height of the ring. From the beginning until finally, my setting turned out to be totally different as to what was intended despite keeping the decision at 6 prongs whilst I kept the overall design classic.
You must have thought that customization means to have smth fanciful as a final product, but it doesn't necessarily have to be so.

i am sorry that i offended you, i do not mean to make you angry in any way

you were right, my idea of customize was something fanciful, not minor ones. you made it sound like its gonna be something extravagant. once again, my apology, you got a beautiful ring

 

[Squeaxx]

i am sorry that i offended you, i do not mean to make you angry in any way

you were right, my idea of customize was something fanciful, not minor ones. you made it sound like its gonna be something extravagant. once again, my apology, you got a beautiful ring

You dont have to apologize, I am not at all offended. The point of the post was to share the pleasant experience I had with Jannpaul, and the great help rendered by Vince; nothing to show the extravagance.

 

[thesal]

I tried this afternoon, haven't seen the same photo yet. What keyword did you use in your google search, still remember?

Here, not sure if it's useful for you though.

http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/crazy-white-gold-engagement-ring-with-a-rose-gold-band/

 

[edmwster]

Found 2 images off Google.. see if it clarify your question. The compass orientation claw actually block the wedding band, so they can't flush.

Compass orientation

Clasic orientation

Why the 'block' happens (This was the ring I chose as I wasn't aware of this until much much later)

Thanks all! Went down just now to JP to seal the deal. Went for Solasfera in the end. Somehow feeling mixture of nervous and excitement argh.. Need to think of how to propose next

Anyway I must say JP has really good service. Never felt any pressure to buy or any hardselling during my visits.

 

[ilhappy]

Hi guys,

what's your opnion on the below specification?

Carat: 0.464
cut: solasfera
clarity: vs2
color: F
price:mid 3

 

[Leno246]

Looks good, convenient to share how much is the solasfera w/o setting?

Hi guys,

what's your opnion on the below specification?

Carat: 0.464
cut: solasfera
clarity: vs2
color: F
price:mid 3

 

[whitetiger89]

Hi guys,

I am planning to propose to my gf sometime next year but I know nuts about diamonds and rings. For a start, I see that there is quite a lot of posts on JannPaul, and several of my friends also recommended JP.

Did a quick search online and I found a few more jewellers like Fairy Inc, Michael Trio and Vivo Diamonds.

Which would you guys recommend for a start?

 

[Leno246]

hi, i would recommend gg for JP as they provide you w a educational session for diamonds foc. no harm gg to learn right?

Hi guys,

I am planning to propose to my gf sometime next year but I know nuts about diamonds and rings. For a start, I see that there is quite a lot of posts on JannPaul, and several of my friends also recommended JP.

Did a quick search online and I found a few more jewellers like Fairy Inc, Michael Trio and Vivo Diamonds.

Which would you guys recommend for a start?

 

[Squeaxx]

Hi guys,

I am planning to propose to my gf sometime next year but I know nuts about diamonds and rings. For a start, I see that there is quite a lot of posts on JannPaul, and several of my friends also recommended JP.

Did a quick search online and I found a few more jewellers like Fairy Inc, Michael Trio and Vivo Diamonds.

Which would you guys recommend for a start?

Michael trio is slightly more pricey, fairy's inc are not well known for their diamonds, I paid them 2 visits, they don't really qc their diamond very well, Vivo had a bad reputation before, so you're left with 1 that has positive reviews as we can all see from the forum.
Visit jannpaul first to get an idea of what to look out for when purchasing a diamond; and of course, it's always good to pay all a visit if u have time so that You'll be sure and confident with what ure spending a large amount of money on.

 

[ssyahaha]

Just to share my wonderful experience. My bf proposed to me while we were on vacation at Oman early sept but I thought he was actually very smart to propose with a 'promise ring' instead as he knew he would prefer me to be physically at the store to choose my e-ring! This forum is very helpful cause prior to this we actually made an appt with tiff&co, cartier, verawang etc tbh as a girl with zilch knowledge abt diamonds, the names appeal more while the bf just wanted to settle it asap. He was carried away with tiff&co e-rings range but on the day I had to make the decision for the ring, I chanced upon this forum. I told the bf let's give JP a try cause I rather a ring of good quality thn paying so much for just for the brand name. Booked an appt with JP last sat and was served by the friendliest and patient Michelle! Actually we enjoyed the mini education of the 5Cs and was even more enlightened! In fact, the BF was truly impressed! And.....we were sold away even though we have yet to receive scope report, 3D image and the actual ring! We already feel a sense of contentment. Settled on a split shank halo setting in .47 and im so curious, having been reading this thread diligently, I rarely see anyone with the split shank halo setting or am I too adventurous Lastly, NEVER say no to JP even if you are just 'looking around' please take some time to head down to their store! Deffo coming back for our wedding bands!

 

[victorkk]

Dear experts, how is this stone?

0.4c E VS1 Fluorescence none 3Ex
GIA: 6195845855
HCA: 1.2
Seems good at mid 2k.

decision decisions..

 

[Scylla]

Dear experts, how is this stone?

0.4c E VS1 Fluorescence none 3Ex
GIA: 6195845855
HCA: 1.2
Seems good at mid 2k.

decision decisions..

Cut score for this round 0.4 carat diamond is 96.87.
This diamond's cut is among the best you'll be able to find anywhere.

But will still need scope imagery to confirm

 

[victorkk]

Thanks Scylla for the assurance.

It has been set on the ring so i have only seen from the top through the scope. The arrows looked Ok to a noob like me. The only thing is i don't like the ring, might need to search their shop for desired ring setting design.

Not sure if i can ask the shop for imagery photo.

This one is not from JP so i guess i will go visit JP this sat and see how it goes. Would i be crazy to pay $1k more if the stones from both places are kind of same but JP can provide a better ring setting design? If only this is buying computer. haha..

 

[beckslim]

Dear experts, how is this stone?

0.4c E VS1 Fluorescence none 3Ex
GIA: 6195845855
HCA: 1.2
Seems good at mid 2k.

decision decisions..

The diamond is a 0.40 carat.. should try to get a 0.4X or 0.3ct++. Don't get those round number sizes like 0.30, 0.40, 0.50 etc... If the diamond kenna chipping, then the value will drop alot to the 0.3ct range already.

The HCA is good. Just need to check with the ASET scope. The table (59%) is out of the Ideal range though. If I'm not wrong, its like a 60/60 diamond. The depth is 60%. http://www.pricescope.com/wiki/diamonds/60-60-proportioned-diamond