White Diamond Sola Tiffany Ring!!!

[Eviltwin]

Agree with surfer girl Jen. We went to blur and told them we would be going to fl the next weekend and purchase it there.

Also had a bad experience at yorkdale. The sa didn't really seem to think we were serious when we first went in. She didn't want to spend time helping us find the right ring, just rushed us out to think about it at home.

I wonder if blur will work with us o. The wedding band too? We will be popping in this weekend.

I'll have to reassure dh that everyone on tpf thinks he has awesome taste. I think for him since we spend so much time with his family, he was hoping for a big reaction to the tons of money he laid down. Spending so much time with family, we don't get out with a lot of friends. I get to enjoy looking at it all the time, and hear strangers comments, but he I think he was hoping for some oohing and ahhin, what an awesome husband you are from his family.


I'm not sure if it comes larger than 1.5, really I don't know why you'd want it that big. I think the hw is better if you are looking for a large diamond like that.

I actually asked if it does. Its still new and tiff is experementing with it. However if you request it, they can make. It will however cost a fortune. I was looking at a F VS1 -$23400 and they called me and said hurry up prices are going up by 9-12%

 

[ashleykatek]

Thanks ladies!! It is 0.78ct center, 1.22 total weight -- I know, it is crazy how big it looks! It's an I color, VS1, and all the pave stones are VS1-VVS1.

I am still waiting on them to give me the card with the full specs, so I can't tell you about cut, other than it looks stunning and Tiffany focuses on cut most from what I have read. It really is a dazzler. I can't stop staring at it. And it has great finger coverage.

Oh also, it is finally on the Tiff website (checked today), listed as the Soleste under e-rings!

Hi suprise!!!
Gorgeous ring!!! Just wanted to know whether the halo and band diamonds are 1/2 or 1 pointers? Thanks!!

 

[surprise]

Hi suprise!!!
Gorgeous ring!!! Just wanted to know whether the halo and band diamonds are 1/2 or 1 pointers? Thanks!!

Ashley, to be honest, I'm not sure. DH has the specs sheet locked away in a safe. I'll let you know if/when I find out.

Also, I realized I made a mistake on the specs previously. The color is an H.

And lastly, 7 months into being the owner of this gorgeous ring, I must say I am EXTREMELY satisfied. It is rare that a day goes by without me getting one, if not more, compliments from complete strangers on this beauty. DH really did a great job. The photos on the Tiffany website don't do it justice. I don't think I will ever get sick of this ring!!!!

 

[BF84]

Hi everyone,

I'm currently looking to give my girlfriend a Soleste ring as a surprise engagement ring, and I may need some advice.

My budget is approx. 5k€ (and from what I've read in this thread it seems you can't get as much here with 5k€ = 7k$ than with 5k$ in the US...). So I went to a Tiffany store, and here are the results within my budget :

- 0.27, E, VS1, 4.2k€
- 0.33, E, IF, 5.3k€
- 0.38, E, VVS2, 5.4k€
- 0.41, F, VS2, 5.1k€ (or 5.3, I don't remember)

- 0.70, E, ?, 12k€ (gorgeous but kinda bling and shiny!)

I've seen the 0.33, definitely beautiful but I think it looks a tad small (since I was first looking for a classic solitaire ring -cartier 1895-, and I saw bigger diamonds for the same price, but now I think the Soleste is more original and exciting!).

I haven't seen the 0.38 yet (the ring will be in my store soon). The 0.41 has to come from abroad, first I have to pay a 30% down payment and wait maybe 2/3 weeks...

So what do you girls think about the rings ? Which one would you chose ?

I'm thinking the 0.38 is a better deal compared to the 0.33 (same price but bigger, and I'm sure my eyes cannot make the difference between IF vs VVS2).

But what about 0.41 vs 0.38 ?

The SA told me that since the diamond is cushion shaped (and hence less shiny than a round diamond), color is an important criterion. Does that make sense ? Do you think there will be a noticeable difference between E VVS2 and F VS2 ? The ring size of my girlfriend is 6 (I think ), if it helps...

Please help me on this !

Thanks a lot for your answers, and thanks to Essie_girl and her pictures of a "small" Soleste ! (and sorry for my poor english)

 

[acrowcounted]

Hi everyone,

I'm currently looking to give my girlfriend a Soleste ring as a surprise engagement ring, and I may need some advice.

My budget is approx. 5k€ (and from what I've read in this thread it seems you can't get as much here with 5k€ = 7k$ than with 5k$ in the US...). So I went to a Tiffany store, and here are the results within my budget :

- 0.27, E, VS1, 4.2k€
- 0.33, E, IF, 5.3k€
- 0.38, E, VVS2, 5.4k€
- 0.41, F, VS2, 5.1k€ (or 5.3, I don't remember)

- 0.70, E, ?, 12k€ (gorgeous but kinda bling and shiny!)

I've seen the 0.33, definitely beautiful but I think it looks a tad small (since I was first looking for a classic solitaire ring -cartier 1895-, and I saw bigger diamonds for the same price, but now I think the Soleste is more original and exciting!).

I haven't seen the 0.38 yet (the ring will be in my store soon). The 0.41 has to come from abroad, first I have to pay a 30% down payment and wait maybe 2/3 weeks...

So what do you girls think about the rings ? Which one would you chose ?

I'm thinking the 0.38 is a better deal compared to the 0.33 (same price but bigger, and I'm sure my eyes cannot make the difference between IF vs VVS2).

But what about 0.41 vs 0.38 ?

The SA told me that since the diamond is cushion shaped (and hence less shiny than a round diamond), color is an important criterion. Does that make sense ? Do you think there will be a noticeable difference between E VVS2 and F VS2 ? The ring size of my girlfriend is 6 (I think ), if it helps...

Please help me on this !

Thanks a lot for your answers, and thanks to Essie_girl and her pictures of a "small" Soleste ! (and sorry for my poor english)

A typical answer to a question like this on this forum is that the best value in an engagement ring, with respect to size vs price, is to go for G or H color and VS2 clarity. There is really no need to go above VS2 since VS2 and above are, by definition, clear of inclusions to the naked eye. Cut however is probably most important. If I were shopping at Tiffanys on a budget, I would ask for a G VS2 Excellent Cut, Excellent Symmetry, Excellent Polish. If you do a search on this forum, you'll find lots of resources to help you pick the perfect stone. Congrats on your journey and good luck!

 

[missD]

Hi everyone,

I'm currently looking to give my girlfriend a Soleste ring as a surprise engagement ring, and I may need some advice.

My budget is approx. 5k€ (and from what I've read in this thread it seems you can't get as much here with 5k€ = 7k$ than with 5k$ in the US...). So I went to a Tiffany store, and here are the results within my budget :

- 0.27, E, VS1, 4.2k€
- 0.33, E, IF, 5.3k€
- 0.38, E, VVS2, 5.4k€
- 0.41, F, VS2, 5.1k€ (or 5.3, I don't remember)

- 0.70, E, ?, 12k€ (gorgeous but kinda bling and shiny!)

I've seen the 0.33, definitely beautiful but I think it looks a tad small (since I was first looking for a classic solitaire ring -cartier 1895-, and I saw bigger diamonds for the same price, but now I think the Soleste is more original and exciting!).

I haven't seen the 0.38 yet (the ring will be in my store soon). The 0.41 has to come from abroad, first I have to pay a 30% down payment and wait maybe 2/3 weeks...

So what do you girls think about the rings ? Which one would you chose ?

I'm thinking the 0.38 is a better deal compared to the 0.33 (same price but bigger, and I'm sure my eyes cannot make the difference between IF vs VVS2).

But what about 0.41 vs 0.38 ?

The SA told me that since the diamond is cushion shaped (and hence less shiny than a round diamond), color is an important criterion. Does that make sense ? Do you think there will be a noticeable difference between E VVS2 and F VS2 ? The ring size of my girlfriend is 6 (I think ), if it helps...

Please help me on this !

Thanks a lot for your answers, and thanks to Essie_girl and her pictures of a "small" Soleste ! (and sorry for my poor english)

"Fancy Shapes" like Cushions (only go up to Very Good cut wise on the GIA certificates, I don't know if that's the same for the Tiffany cert as well) and most times you'll see Very Good for polish and symmetry which are quite good already. You don't really see all Excellents for all these 3 criterion, I believe. Since it's Tiffany's, your mind should be more at ease if you're going with the name brand route.

Anyways. I would go with the .41 --- all sight unseen. F color is already amazing and VS2 is no joke, it's still great clarity.

Just make sure that your gf likes the Soleste style - it's a statement look. It's got a lot of prongs (with the double halo) and most people might think it's too much work to take care of because fibers from clothing can get caught on it etc and if you knock your hand on something, one of the smaller diamonds might get loose. Just ask Tiffany about repair and small diamond replacements too.

 

[BF84]

Thanks for your help !

So I went to the store Saturday and ordered the 0.41. I also asked them to keep the 0.38 and to provide me cut and symmetry stats, so I'll have all the infos and compare the the 2 rings as soon as the 0.41 arrives. I just hope it won't be too long !

BTW, the 0.38 didn't look small when I saw it (the diamond has a nice square shape and the ring looks well balanced), so it was a good surprise.

Unfortunately I forgot to ask about small diamonds replacement and warranty, I'll call them this week.

Please let me know if you have any advice or comments, I'll keep you posted until I get the ring !

 

[luvlv2]

Wow.......it's breathtaking.

 

[BF84]

Quick update !

I asked for more details about the 2 diamonds, and here they are :

- 0.38 cts, E, VVS2, Cut = Excellent, Symmetry = Very Good, Polish = Excellent, 5.4 k€
- 0.41 cts, F, VS2, Cut = Excellet, Symmetry = Very Good, Polish = Very Good, 5.1 k€

The good news is : the 0.41 arrived in my store today, the bad news is I won't be able to go and see it this weekend, so I have to wait till next week !

I still don't know which one I'll pick... Can't wait to see both rings !

 

[BF84]

I saw yesterday both rings :

0.38 : the diamond is square and double halo looks like a circle, the ring is very well balanced.

0.41 : the diamond is rectangular, so the ring is stretched and looks more oval than round. Moreover, we can see more metal between the small diamonds...

The double halo looks definitely better on the 0.38, since it's a uniform and not a pixelized area.

So the winner is 0.38

 

[akimoto]

Were you able to snap some shots of the ring?

 

[rogersa]

Hi everyone, I have a thread right now that I am talking about the white Soleste, and we have one that should be in the store December 14th! Im so excited! Im just wondering if anybody has anymore pictures that they wanted to post of the soleste or sola? I would love to see some more, I want to make sure we're getting the right ring!
Thanks guys

 

[Phillyfan]

bump!

 

[Essie_girl]

Hi everyone,

I'm currently looking to give my girlfriend a Soleste ring as a surprise engagement ring, and I may need some advice.

My budget is approx. 5k€ (and from what I've read in this thread it seems you can't get as much here with 5k€ = 7k$ than with 5k$ in the US...). So I went to a Tiffany store, and here are the results within my budget :

- 0.27, E, VS1, 4.2k€
- 0.33, E, IF, 5.3k€
- 0.38, E, VVS2, 5.4k€
- 0.41, F, VS2, 5.1k€ (or 5.3, I don't remember)

- 0.70, E, ?, 12k€ (gorgeous but kinda bling and shiny!)

I've seen the 0.33, definitely beautiful but I think it looks a tad small (since I was first looking for a classic solitaire ring -cartier 1895-, and I saw bigger diamonds for the same price, but now I think the Soleste is more original and exciting!).

I haven't seen the 0.38 yet (the ring will be in my store soon). The 0.41 has to come from abroad, first I have to pay a 30% down payment and wait maybe 2/3 weeks...

So what do you girls think about the rings ? Which one would you chose ?

I'm thinking the 0.38 is a better deal compared to the 0.33 (same price but bigger, and I'm sure my eyes cannot make the difference between IF vs VVS2).

But what about 0.41 vs 0.38 ?

The SA told me that since the diamond is cushion shaped (and hence less shiny than a round diamond), color is an important criterion. Does that make sense ? Do you think there will be a noticeable difference between E VVS2 and F VS2 ? The ring size of my girlfriend is 6 (I think ), if it helps...

Please help me on this !

Thanks a lot for your answers, and thanks to Essie_girl and her pictures of a "small" Soleste ! (and sorry for my poor english)

Hi BF84,

I just now saw your post. I'm happy the pictures helped. I think you made the right decision with the more symmetrical diamond. I'm still in love with my ring, and despite the small carat size am thankful I still have a beautiful Tiffany diamond. Congrats on your purchase. Have her show off the ring after you propose so we can all see it.

 

[surfergirljen]

That is insanely beautiful! The coverage is awesome!!!