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Presenting the Brian Gavin 12 Carat “Triple Ex” Texas Special |
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| P: 5/18/2009 6:36:34 PM | |
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billy rosewood Rough Rock Total Posts: 8 Last Post: 5/19/2009 Member Since: 5/18/2009 |
I married my beautiful wife 6 years ago but never gave her an engagement ring as we were saving for a house. Pricescope snickers and “schmuck” comments aside, she did receive a gorgeous wedding band but it was handmade and several of the diamonds had become damaged through imprecise mounting. With the recent pullback in diamond prices, I was interested in seeing what remedies might be possible within our budget. The design brief was to maintain the look of her wedding band, make things right and add a little more firepower without being too flashy. The outcome is that Brian pulled it all together with matching eternity bands of ¼ carat rounds properly and precisely calibrated in place with heart-shaped prongs on the sides and the engagement band topped with an ideal cut 4 carat stone. The thrill of sliding these onto my wife’s finger for the first time has only been exceeded by that of our first kiss. So why Brian Gavin Diamonds? We live in one of the world’s largest cities and have obvious access to a wealth of local resources. They won our business for 3 reasons: - Credentials: Before calling Brian, I did my own checking on and off of Pricescope. Large jobs or small, cuts or re-cuts, the accolades and thrills were similar. Talking diamonds with Brian is like talking with Itzhak Perlman about music - you can feel the passion, the reverence. Ever wonder what it’s like to have direct access to one of the world’s best? After working with these two I no longer do and that’s a great feeling. - Integrity: While my lovely wife gets to wear this jewelry, it’s Brian’s name on it and this is a man who clearly takes that fact very, very seriously. More than anything else, this is why we chose to work with them. The only downside is that it was such a great experience that my wife is already scheming for some matching “ear sparklers” ( - Affordability: We all want champagne on a beer budget and that’s one of the coolest parts about Pricescope. We came in “wanting” a something around a 3.5 carat solitaire and, with Brian and Lesley’s expert guidance, leaving with 4 carats on top some very special matching bands. So I’m smiling, my wife is beaming and the bank account isn’t overdrawn. What’s not to like? I share this for those fellow newbies who are stressed about wire transfers, jpegs and .pdf files over the Internet and hope this provides at least some inspiration just as we greatly benefitted from those before us on Pricescope. It comes down to trust so ask yourself “who in this world can I most trust to for advice and guidance on this all important purchase” and make up your own mind. The phrase “we couldn’t be happier” doesn’t quite do these rings justice. Thanks Brian and Lesley. Thanks Pricescope. Job well-done.
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 6:36:34 PM | |
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| P: 5/18/2009 6:38:41 PM | |
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billy rosewood Rough Rock Total Posts: 8 Last Post: 5/19/2009 Member Since: 5/18/2009 |
Side profile of matching bands showing details - these are normally "hidden" from view so remain private unless the ring is taken off and shared.![]()
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 6:38:41 PM | |
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billy rosewood Rough Rock Total Posts: 8 Last Post: 5/19/2009 Member Since: 5/18/2009 |
Since everyone likes a few handshots . . . . ![]() ![]()
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 6:40:37 PM | |
| P: 5/18/2009 6:43:25 PM | |
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billy rosewood Rough Rock Total Posts: 8 Last Post: 5/19/2009 Member Since: 5/18/2009 |
What can I say - ![]() ![]()
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 6:43:25 PM | |
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D&T Ideal Rock Total Posts: 7,499 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 10/27/2008 |
well worth the wait of 6 years, OH MY! that is beyond STUNNING... well done on selecting such a wonderful craftsman to build you an incredible set. it is TDF!!!! Totally Drooling here![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 6:44:26 PM | |
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4ever Ideal Rock Total Posts: 632 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 12/10/2008 |
Stunning! You both must be stoked with the results. You said that the heart side detail is usually hidden from veiw, does this mean the sides of the bands facing outwards have a different design? Because if so I'd love to see a side profile while it is being worn.
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 6:45:50 PM | |
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Snooper Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,023 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 5/2/2006 |
Breathtaking! I love the hearts!!!
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 6:46:40 PM | |
| P: 5/18/2009 6:54:23 PM | |
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diamondrnglover Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,203 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 12/12/2006 |
OMG that is beyond word, holy crap that is the ring to beat all, stunning
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 6:54:23 PM | |
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IloveAsschers13 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 732 Last Post: 11/21/2009 Member Since: 4/27/2008 |
I love the hearts too! So romantic and beautiful!
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 6:55:31 PM | |
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sazza Rough Rock Total Posts: 63 Last Post: 10/29/2009 Member Since: 2/18/2009 |
Oh. My. God. That ring is amazing. I LOVE the heart details on the side. <3 |
| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:02:44 PM | |
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billy rosewood Rough Rock Total Posts: 8 Last Post: 5/19/2009 Member Since: 5/18/2009 |
During this difficult break-in period, I've suggested that she wear this 26 carat aquamarine & diamond ring to provide counter balance. Strictly out of health concerns . . . ![]() ![]()
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:05:04 PM | |
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Tuckins1 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 4,397 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 4/13/2008 |
Those rings are superb!! Jaw droppingly gorgeous!!! ![]() ![]()
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:05:08 PM | |
| P: 5/18/2009 7:09:06 PM | |
Ara Ann Ideal Rock Total Posts: 587 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 1/5/2009 |
Ummm...can we clone you? Gorgeous rings! Thanks for sharing!
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:09:06 PM | |
| P: 5/18/2009 7:10:55 PM | |
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HollyS Ideal Rock Total Posts: 4,101 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 7/18/2007 |
Seems it was worth the wait of six years! That's one heck of a set! _____________________________ |
| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:10:55 PM | |
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Beaglemom Cut Rock Total Posts: 275 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 6/11/2008 |
What truly magnificent rings. Enjoy!!
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:11:54 PM | |
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RLG Cut Rock Total Posts: 313 Last Post: 7/10/2009 Member Since: 1/22/2007 |
WOW!!! Just dont let her go swimming with those rings on, she might sink That is an awesome wedding set. Congratulations on your 6 years of marriage.
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:12:57 PM | |
| P: 5/18/2009 7:16:50 PM | |
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tigian Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,386 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 2/25/2009 |
OMG! You have marvelous taste. Your wife is one lucky lady. Her new ring is truly breathtaking. I would wait sixteen years for that!
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:16:50 PM | |
| P: 5/18/2009 7:17:22 PM | |
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poshpepper Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,932 Last Post: 11/18/2009 Member Since: 6/22/2007 |
Wow!!!!!! Simply amazing, wonderful design and beautiful stones. That aqua is something else... ![]() ![]() ![]() Lucky lady you have there... lucky to have you!
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:17:22 PM | |
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MissGotRocks Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,599 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 6/23/2005 |
That is quite a set of rings - just Texas style, if I may say so! I love the diamonds of course but the workmanship is just grand. Can you tell us the specs on the four carat stone? We don't see many of those! Congrats to you both - I'm sure your wife is one happy lady!!
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:17:27 PM | |
| P: 5/18/2009 7:18:07 PM | |
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04diamond<3 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 637 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 6/1/2007 |
OOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHH my gosh!!!!!!!!! STUNNING!!!! I would SO wait 6 years for that!!!! It's amazing!!!! ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
~Married~ |
| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:18:07 PM | |
| P: 5/18/2009 7:18:27 PM | |
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fogdancer Cut Rock Total Posts: 172 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 3/18/2009 |
B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L!!!
...when in the lack of words, be fluent in diamonds!! |
| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:18:27 PM | |
| P: 5/18/2009 7:26:39 PM | |
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SanDiegoLady Ideal Rock Total Posts: 14,244 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 7/6/2005 |
Wow.. what a first line. Kinda snarky.. ![]() I don't "snicker" or call anyone a "schmuck" nor do I know many people here who do or would- if any at all. There are several of us here who started with humble rings (and some still have them..) and sentimental rings are important to me personally.. Most people here I do believe- would have gone the way of having a home before they purchased an extravagant ring any day of the week.. I'd have much preferred a plain gold band and a house over a huge diamond and no house. I hope you don't believe we're all as shallow as your first line impression. ![]() Brian & Lesley are amazing people and the rings you had created for your wife are beyond gorgeous.. Good for you both. I am not at all surprised by the quality or the care that went into them. ![]() ![]() |
| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:26:39 PM | |
| P: 5/18/2009 7:30:37 PM | |
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KtIceRN Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,170 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 6/28/2006 |
Absolutely BREATHTAKING!
KT |
| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:30:37 PM | |
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Gypsy Ideal Rock Total Posts: 14,306 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 8/9/2005 |
WOW. If that's the diamond ring you buy her after just 6 years, I've dying for a pic of the house! ![]() The workmanship and the diamonds are beautiful, and I'm so happy you both have something you love so much after waiting for the right time.
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:42:13 PM | |
| P: 5/18/2009 7:44:11 PM | |
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billy rosewood Rough Rock Total Posts: 8 Last Post: 5/19/2009 Member Since: 5/18/2009 |
Date: 5/18/2009 7:17:27 PM Obviously, this is something that I have looked forward to doing for a number of years - as they say "the thrill is mine" and Brian and Lesley were real enablers.Author: MissGotRocks That is quite a set of rings - just Texas style, if I may say so! I love the diamonds of course but the workmanship is just grand. Can you tell us the specs on the four carat stone? We don't see many of those! Congrats to you both - I'm sure your wife is one happy lady!! The center stone is an ideal cut, eye-clean, a little over 4 carats. VS2, near colorless, 57 table, etc., etc. Obviously, it was very powerful having someone like Brian endorse an investment such as this. The other 8 carats are all of the quarters. The "hearts" are surprisingly hidden - given the view from the top, no one would ever look at the sides and that is probably the nicest part - it's really just between the two of us. I hope people catch at least a few of the jokes - this is jewelry and jewelry should be fun!! After all, "everything bigger in Texas" and "you never have too much firepower."
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:44:11 PM | |
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MonkeyPie Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,614 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 4/23/2008 |
That is AMAZING! One of the prettiest and most unique sets I have ever seen, not to mention huge and sparkly! The little hearts are amazing, and you shouldn't be surprised if someone else gets a ring with hearts now - because they are a showstopper!
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:48:45 PM | |
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Mara Ideal Rock Total Posts: 27,931 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 10/30/2002 |
absolutely love it, what a fabulous job you all have done on the rings!!!! and i love the aquamarine and diamond ring she has as well, stunner!
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:48:46 PM | |
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Sparkalicious Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,719 Last Post: 9/19/2009 Member Since: 11/22/2007 |
Exquisite!
* Too much of a good thing can be wonderful * ~ Mae West |
| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:50:40 PM | |
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MissGotRocks Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,599 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 6/23/2005 |
Date: 5/18/2009 7:44:11 PM Author: billy rosewood Date: 5/18/2009 7:17:27 PM Obviously, this is something that I have looked forward to doing for a number of years - as they say 'the thrill is mine' and Brian and Lesley were real enablers.Author: MissGotRocks That is quite a set of rings - just Texas style, if I may say so! I love the diamonds of course but the workmanship is just grand. Can you tell us the specs on the four carat stone? We don't see many of those! Congrats to you both - I'm sure your wife is one happy lady!! The center stone is an ideal cut, eye-clean, a little over 4 carats. VS2, near colorless, 57 table, etc., etc. Obviously, it was very powerful having someone like Brian endorse an investment such as this. The other 8 carats are all of the quarters. The 'hearts' are surprisingly hidden - given the view from the top, no one would ever look at the sides and that is probably the nicest part - it's really just between the two of us. I hope people catch at least a few of the jokes - this is jewelry and jewelry should be fun!! After all, 'everything bigger in Texas' and 'you never have too much firepower.' We do get the jokes and are enjoying looking at these rings almost as much as you enjoyed giving them! It absolutely should be fun - and I'm sure it is! Enjoy!
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:51:36 PM | |
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cellentani Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,294 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 12/28/2008 |
Those, are definitely rings of a lifetime.
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 7:53:00 PM | |
| P: 5/18/2009 8:14:27 PM | |
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GoodSoul Ideal Rock Total Posts: 539 Last Post: 11/3/2009 Member Since: 9/5/2008 |
WOW.. my heart skipped a beat when I saw BGD's 2nd picture of the set! Those are some serious rocks! Beautifully set! You wife is a lucky gal and thanks for sharing! I must say that I'm loving BGD's prongs the more I see it.
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| Posted: 5/18/2009 8:14:27 PM | |
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