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#2,089
Emerson said:
After getting the 0.24ct, I went back to the store to try some larger stones, the 0.4 and 0.51 ct. I’m still on the fence about the larger ones. The whole reason I wanted to have a dbty is to have a delicate tiny bit of sparkle on an almost invisible chain, why do I keep I thinking of the larger stones :confused1::confused1: which might not look as delicate? I will take time to consider, as the price of the 0.51 is almost triple of the 0.24 ct. Here is a photo if anyone is interested in the size comparison.
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Definitely go as big as you can afford it!! I bought mine few years back in 0.36 and I wish I had gotten it in 1ct!
 
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Luxee01 said:
Yes, I actually do feel it poke. It's subtle but i do feel it and I have found myself automatically reaching to scratch/rub and I don't want to accidentally tug to hard on the necklace. Maybe everyone have different levels of sensitivities. I know some people say they feel it and some don't. I felt it the first time I put it on in the store but made sure I bring it home and wear it for a few days before deciding on any changes. It seems people who have had the basket added said it helps but I was wondering if it detracts the light from going through the diamond thus reducing the shine.
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I have a 0.34 and feel it poke as well. It leaves a bit of a red mark on my skin and i too reach up unconsciously and scratch it sometimes. I’m interested to hear from anyone that got a basket as well!
 
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A question for those of you who have more acquaintance with Tiffany's DBTY line than I do: how much variance do you think there is among the diamonds used for the uncertified sizes of the DBTY solitaire necklace? I ask because I've got a .17 RG on hold in the UK. I love the look of the larger bezel (plus the culet pokes me in the thinner ones), but I'm hesitant to buy over here when I know that if I wait a couple weeks I can get the same CTW for significantly less cash when I'm next back in the United States. However, the same CTW doesn't necessarily mean the same diamond, so I'm wondering if I'm likely to see significant variance in spread or in color from necklace to necklace in the .17 size. If so, I might be better off snapping up the one I know I like the looks of and eating the extra couple hundred dollars. Grateful for any input!
 
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calexandre said:
A question for those of you who have more acquaintance with Tiffany's DBTY line than I do: how much variance do you think there is among the diamonds used for the uncertified sizes of the DBTY solitaire necklace? I ask because I've got a .17 RG on hold in the UK. I love the look of the larger bezel (plus the culet pokes me in the thinner ones), but I'm hesitant to buy over here when I know that if I wait a couple weeks I can get the same CTW for significantly less cash when I'm next back in the United States. However, the same CTW doesn't necessarily mean the same diamond, so I'm wondering if I'm likely to see significant variance in spread or in color from necklace to necklace in the .17 size. If so, I might be better off snapping up the one I know I like the looks of and eating the extra couple hundred dollars. Grateful for any input!
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Are you saving money because of the exchange rates? In my experience companies like Tiffany’s adjust their prices to reflect the exchange. As for diamonds, i looked at 0.17, 0.28, and 0.34 and they were all just as sparkly, but just different in size. Tiffany’s has diamond specs to match every price point. I gave my SA my budget and she was able to locate a few options in store and from other stores that she would transfer in. Ultimately, i put my money on carat weight because for a diamond that small color and clarity differences are not visible. If you’re looking at a 0.5 Ct and up then maybe those factors come into play. Tiffany’s has a minimum standard for color and clarity so you won’t see an inferior diamond. The cut is the most important thing and Tiffany has exceptional standards for that so every piece is really sparkly. I was honestly amazed at how sparkly all the sizes were. My e ring is a perfectly cut hearts on fire diamond and my Tiffany’s dbty sparkles just as much. I think if you’ve found something you love just stick with it. I honestly don’t think you’d be saving more buying in the US. You will probably be be trading specs for a lesser price point (ie lower clarity for cheaper etc). If you are bent on a certain clarity/color/carat combo I’m sure your SA can find you a perfect match. Honestly, all the SAs and blogs I read said to maximize carat because the rest is not noticeable. Hope you find your dbty love! It’s the best investment!
 
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Msdanger said:
Are you saving money because of the exchange rates? In my experience companies like Tiffany’s adjust their prices to reflect the exchange. As for diamonds, i looked at 0.17, 0.28, and 0.34 and they were all just as sparkly, but just different in size. Tiffany’s has diamond specs to match every price point. I gave my SA my budget and she was able to locate a few options in store and from other stores that she would transfer in. Ultimately, i put my money on carat weight because for a diamond that small color and clarity differences are not visible. If you’re looking at a 0.5 Ct and up then maybe those factors come into play. Tiffany’s has a minimum standard for color and clarity so you won’t see an inferior diamond. The cut is the most important thing and Tiffany has exceptional standards for that so every piece is really sparkly. I was honestly amazed at how sparkly all the sizes were. My e ring is a perfectly cut hearts on fire diamond and my Tiffany’s dbty sparkles just as much. I think if you’ve found something you love just stick with it. I honestly don’t think you’d be saving more buying in the US. You will probably be be trading specs for a lesser price point (ie lower clarity for cheaper etc). If you are bent on a certain clarity/color/carat combo I’m sure your SA can find you a perfect match. Honestly, all the SAs and blogs I read said to maximize carat because the rest is not noticeable. Hope you find your dbty love! It’s the best investment!
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I agree with the above. I don’t think you’ll see much difference at this level. Most dramatic difference to me was the color of the metal against my skin tone - all the diamonds were beautiful.
 
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Msdanger said:
Are you saving money because of the exchange rates? In my experience companies like Tiffany’s adjust their prices to reflect the exchange. As for diamonds, i looked at 0.17, 0.28, and 0.34 and they were all just as sparkly, but just different in size. Tiffany’s has diamond specs to match every price point. I gave my SA my budget and she was able to locate a few options in store and from other stores that she would transfer in. Ultimately, i put my money on carat weight because for a diamond that small color and clarity differences are not visible. If you’re looking at a 0.5 Ct and up then maybe those factors come into play. Tiffany’s has a minimum standard for color and clarity so you won’t see an inferior diamond. The cut is the most important thing and Tiffany has exceptional standards for that so every piece is really sparkly. I was honestly amazed at how sparkly all the sizes were. My e ring is a perfectly cut hearts on fire diamond and my Tiffany’s dbty sparkles just as much. I think if you’ve found something you love just stick with it. I honestly don’t think you’d be saving more buying in the US. You will probably be be trading specs for a lesser price point (ie lower clarity for cheaper etc). If you are bent on a certain clarity/color/carat combo I’m sure your SA can find you a perfect match. Honestly, all the SAs and blogs I read said to maximize carat because the rest is not noticeable. Hope you find your dbty love! It’s the best investment!
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I've never seen a Tiffany DBTY that wasn't sparkly. I've had a .10 and .14 and now have .23 and all were comparable in color shooting sparkles. HTH!
 
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Thank you for your input, everyone! Sounds like I'd be safe to wait until I'm in the States and save some money. I know I'm a bit color-sensitive even with small stones, but I'll probably have several .17s to compare if I go to the store in NYC or Chicago. I was mostly a little worried about size differentials after I saw this thread comparing two .17s that look totally different in size. Love the size of the one I have on hold in the UK, so hopefully there isn't usually that much variance with the same carat weight. :smile:

Msdanger said:
Are you saving money because of the exchange rates? In my experience companies like Tiffany’s adjust their prices to reflect the exchange. As for diamonds, i looked at 0.17, 0.28, and 0.34 and they were all just as sparkly, but just different in size. Tiffany’s has diamond specs to match every price point. I gave my SA my budget and she was able to locate a few options in store and from other stores that she would transfer in. Ultimately, i put my money on carat weight because for a diamond that small color and clarity differences are not visible. If you’re looking at a 0.5 Ct and up then maybe those factors come into play. Tiffany’s has a minimum standard for color and clarity so you won’t see an inferior diamond. The cut is the most important thing and Tiffany has exceptional standards for that so every piece is really sparkly. I was honestly amazed at how sparkly all the sizes were. My e ring is a perfectly cut hearts on fire diamond and my Tiffany’s dbty sparkles just as much. I think if you’ve found something you love just stick with it. I honestly don’t think you’d be saving more buying in the US. You will probably be be trading specs for a lesser price point (ie lower clarity for cheaper etc). If you are bent on a certain clarity/color/carat combo I’m sure your SA can find you a perfect match. Honestly, all the SAs and blogs I read said to maximize carat because the rest is not noticeable. Hope you find your dbty love! It’s the best investment!
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Steboz99 said:
I agree with the above. I don’t think you’ll see much difference at this level. Most dramatic difference to me was the color of the metal against my skin tone - all the diamonds were beautiful.
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gazoo said:
I've never seen a Tiffany DBTY that wasn't sparkly. I've had a .10 and .14 and now have .23 and all were comparable in color shooting sparkles. HTH!
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#2,099
Msdanger said:
I have a 0.34 and feel it poke as well. It leaves a bit of a red mark on my skin and i too reach up unconsciously and scratch it sometimes. I’m interested to hear from anyone that got a basket as well!
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I also have a 0.32 and the poking bothered me terribly. As I’ve gotten older my skin has gotten more sensitive, to the point that small scratches sometimes look like hives! I was ready to sell this necklace but went to my usual sales associate to see what I could do and she told me they could add the basket. I don’t regret the decision at all! Not only has it completely changed the comfort of the necklace, but the basket adds a little bit of weight that helps keep the diamond centered. I would do it all over again if I could.
 
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NurseAnn said:
I also have a 0.32 and the poking bothered me terribly. As I’ve gotten older my skin has gotten more sensitive, to the point that small scratches sometimes look like hives! I was ready to sell this necklace but went to my usual sales associate to see what I could do and she told me they could add the basket. I don’t regret the decision at all! Not only has it completely changed the comfort of the necklace, but the basket adds a little bit of weight that helps keep the diamond centered. I would do it all over again if I could.
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Thanks so much for your reply! Taking my necklace in today for a basket!
 
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