Ladies - Is a 2 carat too big?

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My 1st husband I had a 3ct princess. It was a lot and while I was comfortable wearing it, I would quickly twist the Diamond to my palm. I remember someone gawking at my ring at a stoplight.

If I ever remarry, I would be perfectly content with a simple wedding band and nothing else. No diamonds, nothing ostentatious, maybe something engraved or with a history.

Next to that, I am 100% comfortable w moissanite, or even my birthstone, which is aquamarine.

[Anonymous]

Of course 2ct isn’t too big. A diamond is never too big and sparkly!

In reality though, it kind of depends on the cut. And ascher or emerald cut will show much smaller then a round.

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Anonymous wrote:I have a 1.7 C and mine is probably middle range. I have small hands and a plain platinum band. I have had people tell me to get a halo because my ring is too small for our area.

What kind of a@@hole would say that? You should have responded with “have you considered breast implants? You’re a little small-chested for this area.”

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Anonymous wrote:I have a 1.7 C and mine is probably middle range. I have small hands and a plain platinum band. I have had people tell me to get a halo because my ring is too small for our area.

What kind of a@@hole would say that? You should have responded with “have you considered breast implants? You’re a little small-chested for this area.”

Or grab their cheeks and say, maybe I can upgrade my ring while you Botox these sweet cheeks! Ans plant a kiss on her. Make sure you’re wearing a rich satin finish lipstick.

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It’s ostentatious. Way too much.

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Anonymous wrote:Of course 2ct isn’t too big. A diamond is never too big and sparkly!

In reality though, it kind of depends on the cut. And ascher or emerald cut will show much smaller then a round.

Actually round is the best cut for brilliance with all of the Cs perfected; both of those cuts have a wider surface area, which doesn’t allow foe the same brilliance but can change the impression. Oval does the same. You lose sparkle when you start changing from a classic round. Round, Square/Princess are the best for capturing all qualities of a good atone in that order. But a 3ct emerald or oval cut will look larger than a 3ct square or a 3ct round. Wont glimmer and you will see any atone flaws easily, but I’d you’re going for size you can get creative.

One other downside with having a large ring. People look at it, they look at you, and immediately the cost of whatever you want to do jumps 30% in an estimate. It was annoying, that is part of why I would turn my ring to my palm in some situations, or only wear the pave band (also didn’t like stones fall out easily).

I love the elegance and sophistication of a beautiful, single, gold band. Put my engagement ring money towards a nice set of earrings, or a tennis bracelet. A necklace with all of our birthstones.

You need to know your woman OP!!

[Anonymous]

Depends completely on cut, hand/finger size and personal style. I love my e ring and all but I never wear it as I prefer the understated look of a simple thin band. I rarely notice anyone else’s ring. Also, with so many stimulants and whatnot I never assume anyone’s financial situation etc based on the size of their ring.

[Anonymous]

My husband has been asking me to ‘upgrade‘ for years and I refuse! 2ct is too big on my small fingers and I love my under 1ct that he bought me when we were 23 and living in a little studio apartment. It reminds me of how far we’ve come together. Obviously, though, I’m sentimental and not a jewelry person. I think it all depends on lifestyle and personal style. Whatever makes her feel loved and confident.

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Anonymous wrote:I'd rather a smaller diamond and a bigger....you know.

Personally in my world 1.5 is perfect, not overstated or calling attention but nice n sparkly. But honestly I care more about other matters...

This is ridiculous.
Why does it have to be one or the other, lol?
There are plenty of guys who have a big package AND can afford a nice ring.

Where are you meeting guys that it can only be one or the other?
Remind me to never move there.

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Anonymous wrote:I have a 1.7 C and mine is probably middle range. I have small hands and a plain platinum band. I have had people tell me to get a halo because my ring is too small for our area.

What kind of a@@hole would say that? You should have responded with “have you considered breast implants? You’re a little small-chested for this area.”

The suburbs are fascinating.

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Anonymous wrote:Yes. Aren’t diamonds on the way out now, with the man made ones becoming more popular? And with COVID hand washing. I see either no rings at all or just plain bands. I don’t think diamonds are coming back.
Like high heeled pumps.

Is this what you tell yourself because you have a crappy ring? Diamonds will always be in. They will never go away. Women love diamonds.

No mean girl. I’m speaking as someone who has a family diamond ring over two carats (large enough that it slides around my finger when I wear it-sigh- so annoying), and two more smaller diamond rings, an emerald and diamond ring etc that I keep in a safe deposit box.

You've never heard of Ring Shots?
They're very, very common if you have a big stone.
It's a little ball that your jeweler soders on the inside of your ring to prevent it from sliding around on it's own -- it also helps the ring feel more snug.

My jeweler placed two on the inside of my ring 20 years ago & they've been a godsend (I can still turn my ring towards the inside of my palm if need be, it doesn't prevent that).
My ring hasn't turned once since then.

You should wear your rings -- keeping them in a safety deposit box doesn't allow you to enjoy them. I plan on handing mine down to my daughter's as well, but I'm going to wear them first... they want to be shown off, lol.

https://www.theclassicgem.com/blogs/news/38769793-safest-and-most-effective-solution-to-a-spinning-loose-fit-ring#:~:text=Ring%20Shots%20(also%20known%20as,micro-pave%20or%20eternit

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Anonymous wrote:Depends on you (or your GF). I have a 2 ct ring and medium size hands. I hate how flashy it looks. I am a social worker and I can't imagine wearing my ring to work. If I'd gotten something smaller then maybe I could have worn in it. But what I received has been sitting in a safe for the past 10 years. And will remain there until a big gala or smt.

I think this is a good point to bring up. What does your fiancee do for a living? If she is a teacher in a lower-income or working-class school district or a social worker working in foster care, for example, I would think twice about wearing a ring like that. Otherwise, I think it's fine.

[Anonymous]

Way too big

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Anonymous wrote:I have a 1.7 C and mine is probably middle range. I have small hands and a plain platinum band. I have had people tell me to get a halo because my ring is too small for our area.

What kind of a@@hole would say that? You should have responded with “have you considered breast implants? You’re a little small-chested for this area.”

The suburbs are fascinating.

BS that anyone has ever said a word.

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Anonymous wrote:It depends on the size of the person. I’m 5’10 with long, thin fingers and my 3 ct ring looks fine.

I agree with this. I am 5'11 and my 3.5-carat ring is just fine.