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I've read through so much of this thread and it's been so helpful! A few questions if anyone has thoughts.
- It sounds like the larger the stone, the less potential for poking? Am I recalling this correctly?
- I think I also read - regarding the RG & SS - something about the larger the stone, the thinner the bezel? I thought there was something about stones in the .20+ where this was the case?
- Does anyone have experience with the Solitaire pendant vs the DBTY pendant? I usually prefer a floating diamond/charm vs fixed but I love the delicate look of the DBTY. I'm wondering if there's a noticeable difference in price vs diamond size, quality of diamond you get for the price, difference in the cuts of the diamonds? Any info (and pics if you have both!) are more than welcome.
TIA!
- It sounds like the larger the stone, the less potential for poking? Am I recalling this correctly?
- I think I also read - regarding the RG & SS - something about the larger the stone, the thinner the bezel? I thought there was something about stones in the .20+ where this was the case?
- Does anyone have experience with the Solitaire pendant vs the DBTY pendant? I usually prefer a floating diamond/charm vs fixed but I love the delicate look of the DBTY. I'm wondering if there's a noticeable difference in price vs diamond size, quality of diamond you get for the price, difference in the cuts of the diamonds? Any info (and pics if you have both!) are more than welcome.
TIA!
- The larger the stone, the more potential for poking. You can add a backing to prevent this.
- RG and SS at sizes 0.17 and under have a thick bezel, larger sizes in RG has the same type of thin bezel as YG and plat always do. SS doesn't come in larger sizes as far as I know. There's just 2 styles of bezel. Thick style may help prevent poke + gives illusion of larger pendant.
- I had both pendant (0.12 plat) and DBTY (0.07 rg) from Tiffany's, kept the DBTY because it's more carefree to wear. Gave the pendant to my mom because she prefers necklaces to stay centered.
Quality-wise from my single sample, I think the pendant is a better cut diamond (you can even see arrows in it), and DBTY is cut flatter so it looks a bit bigger for its weight. For a necklace, I actually prefer flatter because it sits better. The pendant twisted side to side instead of always facing straight, so it didn't always sparkle from that angle.
- RG and SS at sizes 0.17 and under have a thick bezel, larger sizes in RG has the same type of thin bezel as YG and plat always do. SS doesn't come in larger sizes as far as I know. There's just 2 styles of bezel. Thick style may help prevent poke + gives illusion of larger pendant.
- I had both pendant (0.12 plat) and DBTY (0.07 rg) from Tiffany's, kept the DBTY because it's more carefree to wear. Gave the pendant to my mom because she prefers necklaces to stay centered.
Quality-wise from my single sample, I think the pendant is a better cut diamond (you can even see arrows in it), and DBTY is cut flatter so it looks a bit bigger for its weight. For a necklace, I actually prefer flatter because it sits better. The pendant twisted side to side instead of always facing straight, so it didn't always sparkle from that angle.
Wow. Thank you. This is so very helpful. I can see what you mean about the DBTY sitting flatter thus showing itself a little more consistently. I think I'm solidly in the camp of the DBTY now. Thanks again!- The larger the stone, the more potential for poking. You can add a backing to prevent this.
- RG and SS at sizes 0.17 and under have a thick bezel, larger sizes in RG has the same type of thin bezel as YG and plat always do. SS doesn't come in larger sizes as far as I know. There's just 2 styles of bezel. Thick style may help prevent poke + gives illusion of larger pendant.
- I had both pendant (0.12 plat) and DBTY (0.07 rg) from Tiffany's, kept the DBTY because it's more carefree to wear. Gave the pendant to my mom because she prefers necklaces to stay centered.
Quality-wise from my single sample, I think the pendant is a better cut diamond (you can even see arrows in it), and DBTY is cut flatter so it looks a bit bigger for its weight. For a necklace, I actually prefer flatter because it sits better. The pendant twisted side to side instead of always facing straight, so it didn't always sparkle from that angle.
I've tried on a .10 in Plat (thin bezel) and it poked.
I've owned a .14 in Plat and it poked.
Right now I'm wearing a .25 in Plat and it pokes.
I decided to view the poking as assurance it's still there. It doesn't bother me anymore.
I feel the look is completely different between the pendant basket style and a DBTY. I prefer the DBTY. It's more modern looking to my eye, and "floats" beautifully. Also they all (regardless of the size) photograph beautifully. Even in low light, my pendant always catches the light and appears floating. This hasn't happened with traditional pendants.
Thanks! This is really helpful. I was finally at a Tiffany store this week but only able to glance at the DBTY - but I'm leaning in that direction. They're so delicate
I got a great deal today on Ebay on a Tiffany DBTY in platinum, am so excited! It’s the 0.17 size and 18” long. I’m planning to wear it mainly as a layering piece with other necklaces, including a YG DBTY which I have yet to buy (hoping to find a .14 or above). Does anyone have the .17 in platinum who could post a photo of it on?
I don’t have platinum, but have YG in 0.17. It’s a similar bezel size.
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Gorgeous! Thanks so much, this gives me a really good idea of the size.
We have bought a 18kt YG handmade (T&Co inspired) multi station dbty necklace to celebrate the birth of our second baby boy due next month. It’s 0.40ctw so the diamonds are tiny & go all the way around the chain but exactly what I wanted in a necklace I do not intend on taking off! It’s 16” but with jump rings at 15” & 14”. I think I prefer the shorter lengths as I like the choker look. Looks lovely layered with pendant necklaces as well (I love the layered look - I clasp them together to make one long necklace & wrap around my neck so that they don’t get tangled).
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Hi dbty lovers! I need some serious help! I own the dbty necklace (solitaire) and recently got the 5 station bracelet. For my upcoming bday I am super torn between the small Victoria earring (classic) and dbty solitaire studs. Majority of Friends I have polled prefer the Victoria because they are unique and stunning, but most also agree the dbty studs “match” better with my necklace and bracelet. I am looking to wear the earrings every day along with my necklace and bracelet. I love both for different reasons - Victoria for its beauty and dbty for the classic feel. What do you ladies think? Pictures of me wearing both for reference. For any ladies that have the Victoria’s I’d be interested to know if you can wear it every day. The dbty is definitely really comfortable and versatile, a perfect every day piece. Help!!!
Both earrings are beautiful. I don’t own any of them but I do own a couple DBTY necklaces and multiple DBTY bracelets and a Victoria necklace. For everyday, I would pick the DBTY earrings. Maybe you can get the Victoria down the road. I own a pair of large Tiffany circlet earrings and the weight bothers me a bit. I could not wear those earrings for more than 3 days in a row. The weight of the Victoria may bother you if you wear them 247, depending how sensitive your ears are.