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Piece of Advice – Don’t skimp on the setting.

P: 5/18/2004 1:34:57 PM
jc321 Rough Rock Total Posts: 14 Last Post: 5/18/2004 Member Since: 12/6/2003	This has probably been said before, but it seems many folks fret about the stone endlessly, while only giving the setting some casual thought. I am as guilty of this as anyone. I would suggest if you are really trying to create a stunning piece, give the setting a little more consideration. I live close to Mark Morrell and had him put together a simple setting. Needless to say, the results are spectacular. Note: Mark’s work is beautiful, but he is equally skilled at interpreting divergent and often mutually exclusive requirements. I am not saying you have to go the custom route. Just remember the setting can contribute greatly to the overall beauty of the ring. Regards and thanks for all your help. John C Long-time lurker If she doesn’t like it, I’ve got the wrong gal! GOG/ Mark Morrell D SI1 1.5cts
Posted: 5/18/2004 1:34:57 PM

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P: 5/18/2004 1:39:00 PM
jc321 Rough Rock Total Posts: 14 Last Post: 5/18/2004 Member Since: 12/6/2003	One more shot.... Thanks again.
Posted: 5/18/2004 1:39:00 PM

P: 5/18/2004 1:52:23 PM
valeria101 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 14,048 Last Post: 4/30/2006 Member Since: 8/29/2003	Not that there is anything skimpy about that ring! One relatively large and definitely top quality stone in a nicely made setting. God for you! It would be great if setting choices could always be communicated online as precisely as diamond stats can ! Of course you are right, though - even on a diamond forum Ana "The greatest experts are only as good as the sum total of what they have seen." [Souren Melikian]
Posted: 5/18/2004 1:52:23 PM

P: 5/18/2004 1:58:58 PM
Superidealist Ideal Rock Total Posts: 655 Last Post: 8/23/2006 Member Since: 9/10/2003	---------------- On 5/18/2004 1:34:57 PM jc321 wrote: I would suggest if you are really trying to create a stunning piece, give the setting a little more consideration. ---------------- I have said this before and I say it again now: Once a certain size and quality of diamond has been reached, spending another thousand dollars or so on the diamond won't be nearly as noticeable as putting the same money into a quality setting. D Riley
Posted: 5/18/2004 1:58:58 PM

P: 5/18/2004 2:01:22 PM
Daniela Ideal Rock Total Posts: 703 Last Post: 8/16/2006 Member Since: 10/2/2003	JC, This is very, VERY sound advice, and in retrospect, I wish that I had done like you did. We do spend too much time obsessing over the stone, and not enough time thinking about the setting. Your ring is stunning. This is a no excuses, classy solitaire. Congratulations on getting it right! Daniela
Posted: 5/18/2004 2:01:22 PM

P: 5/18/2004 2:26:12 PM
Lynn B Ideal Rock Total Posts: 5,142 Last Post: 11/22/2009 Member Since: 5/9/2004	What a GORGEOUS ring! Simply breathtaking. And thank you for the good reminders. Lynn And THAT'S my story and I'm sticking to it!
Posted: 5/18/2004 2:26:12 PM

P: 5/18/2004 4:34:06 PM
verticalhorizon Ideal Rock Total Posts: 840 Last Post: 3/24/2006 Member Since: 3/9/2004	I think Mark's work is worth a little bit more than a grand. But I wish I could have afforded to hire him! Clearly, quality work. VH (aka GroomZilla) --- This post was brought to you by the Church of Cut Quality. Note: I am not an expert. Just a friendly neighbor.
Posted: 5/18/2004 4:34:06 PM

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