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may3545 · Jun 24th, 2009, 10:50 PM

Which would you choose?

10 carat diamond riviera necklace SI clarity, F-G color, center stone is .5 carat.

-OR-

18 carat diamond invisible setting necklace, VS clarity, F-G color, all are little diamonds set invisibly to look larger (so center diamond looks 2ct)

The 18 carat is about twice the price of the 10 carat.

And why? Also considering investment value of the pieces. I would think that the one with larger diamonds hold value better, but the invisible setting sparkles like mad.

I plan to wear this mainly for special occasions. Any thoughts are much appreciated. Thanks in advance!

Gator bag lady · Jun 24th, 2009, 10:52 PM

I would go with 10K for sure! IMO many diamonds put together to look big actually ends up under valuing the piece just IMO though....

Candice0985 · Jun 24th, 2009, 10:54 PM

is the 10carat the shorter necklace?

may3545 · Jun 24th, 2009, 10:56 PM

Yes, the 10 carat is the shorter size above, 16 inches. And the invisible setting is 17 inches long, lowest necklace.

ggirl · Jun 24th, 2009, 11:02 PM

Tough call-I think they are both lovely! The 18 carat definitely has a bolder look, and the 10 carat is more understated and simple (if that is possible!)

I guess it depends on which look you are going for.

What kind of earrings and other jewelry are you planning on wearing the necklace with? That should be a consideration, too.

may3545 · Jun 24th, 2009, 11:13 PM

I have simple diamond stud earrrings as well as lovely chandelier earrings. I also have some pearl studs as well. It all depends on the occasion. I definitely want to wear this out for nice dinners, weddings, and other special occasions.

I want a nice elegant look, but both are just so gorgeous-- ahh decisions!

Candice0985 · Jun 24th, 2009, 11:35 PM

i love the look of the 10 carat I think its so timeless and chic!!!!...I feel like the 18 Carat clusters have been done so much lately by so many jewellers.

STylerspal · Jun 24th, 2009, 11:58 PM

I think it depends on the size of your neck. If you are petite then get the 10ct. If you are average or larger, get the 18 ct. Lucky you either way!

envyme · Jun 25th, 2009, 12:18 AM

I agree!

Originally Posted by Candice0985

i love the look of the 10 carat I think its so timeless and chic!!!!...I feel like the 18 Carat clusters have been done so much lately by so many jewellers.

2manybags · Jun 25th, 2009, 12:29 AM

the one with the bigger stones

Golden Touch · Jun 25th, 2009, 02:08 AM

Originally Posted by STylerspal

I think it depends on the size of your neck. If you are petite then get the 10ct. If you are average or larger, get the 18 ct. Lucky you either way!

I agree.

They are both lovely. I hope you enjoy wearing them - which ever you choose.

SARM4800 · Jun 25th, 2009, 02:17 AM

18 carat

R0lyaT390 · Jun 25th, 2009, 08:23 AM

10ct for sure!!! So much more elegant...

IFFAH · Jun 25th, 2009, 08:35 AM

10 carat. It's much more elegant than the other.

ms piggy · Jun 25th, 2009, 09:46 AM

I'm normally not a fan of huge or cluster diamonds but IMO the 18 carat has presence when compared to the 10 carat, which I feel would just be lost on the wearer unless she is very tiny/petite.

I can't advise if the value would hold for cluster style diamond pieces but I feel this necklace is lovely. And by that accord, it should still command attraction.

View Poll Results: Which should I get?
10 carat diamond riviera	18	60.00%
18 carat invisible diamond setting riviera necklace	12	40.00%
Voters: 30. You may not vote on this poll

Jun 24th, 2009, 10:50 PM	#1
may3545 OP Happy living Joined: Mar 2006 Location: A beautiful place Posts: 6,300	Diamond Riviera Necklace: which one? Which would you choose? 10 carat diamond riviera necklace SI clarity, F-G color, center stone is .5 carat. -OR- 18 carat diamond invisible setting necklace, VS clarity, F-G color, all are little diamonds set invisibly to look larger (so center diamond looks 2ct) The 18 carat is about twice the price of the 10 carat. And why? Also considering investment value of the pieces. I would think that the one with larger diamonds hold value better, but the invisible setting sparkles like mad. I plan to wear this mainly for special occasions. Any thoughts are much appreciated. Thanks in advance!
	Last edited by may3545; Jun 24th, 2009 at 10:55 PM.

Jun 24th, 2009, 10:52 PM	#2
Gator bag lady Member Joined: Jan 2009 Posts: 194	I would go with 10K for sure! IMO many diamonds put together to look big actually ends up under valuing the piece just IMO though....
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Jun 24th, 2009, 10:56 PM	#4
may3545 OP Happy living Joined: Mar 2006 Location: A beautiful place Posts: 6,300	Yes, the 10 carat is the shorter size above, 16 inches. And the invisible setting is 17 inches long, lowest necklace.
	Last edited by may3545; Jun 24th, 2009 at 10:58 PM. Reason: edit

Jun 24th, 2009, 11:02 PM	#5
ggirl Member Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 391	Tough call-I think they are both lovely! The 18 carat definitely has a bolder look, and the 10 carat is more understated and simple (if that is possible!) I guess it depends on which look you are going for. What kind of earrings and other jewelry are you planning on wearing the necklace with? That should be a consideration, too.
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Jun 24th, 2009, 10:54 PM	#3
Candice0985 Member Joined: Oct 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 499	is the 10carat the shorter necklace?

Jun 24th, 2009, 11:13 PM	#6
may3545 OP Happy living Joined: Mar 2006 Location: A beautiful place Posts: 6,300	I have simple diamond stud earrrings as well as lovely chandelier earrings. I also have some pearl studs as well. It all depends on the occasion. I definitely want to wear this out for nice dinners, weddings, and other special occasions. I want a nice elegant look, but both are just so gorgeous-- ahh decisions!

Jun 24th, 2009, 11:35 PM	#7
Candice0985 Member Joined: Oct 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 499	i love the look of the 10 carat I think its so timeless and chic!!!!...I feel like the 18 Carat clusters have been done so much lately by so many jewellers.

Jun 24th, 2009, 11:58 PM	#8
STylerspal Member Joined: Mar 2009 Location: Umbria Italy & R.I. USA Posts: 10	I think it depends on the size of your neck. If you are petite then get the 10ct. If you are average or larger, get the 18 ct. Lucky you either way!
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Jun 25th, 2009, 12:29 AM	#10
2manybags Member Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 876	the one with the bigger stones
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Jun 25th, 2009, 02:17 AM	#12
SARM4800 Member Joined: Oct 2008 Posts: 517	18 carat
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Jun 25th, 2009, 08:23 AM	#13
R0lyaT390 Member Joined: Oct 2008 Posts: 72	10ct for sure!!! So much more elegant...
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Jun 25th, 2009, 08:35 AM	#14
IFFAH I. Silk. U. Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 7,969	10 carat. It's much more elegant than the other.
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Jun 25th, 2009, 09:46 AM	#15
ms piggy special breed Joined: Oct 2006 Posts: 12,264	I'm normally not a fan of huge or cluster diamonds but IMO the 18 carat has presence when compared to the 10 carat, which I feel would just be lost on the wearer unless she is very tiny/petite. I can't advise if the value would hold for cluster style diamond pieces but I feel this necklace is lovely. And by that accord, it should still command attraction.
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