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5 Yr Anniversary Ring - Mark Morrell designed round & pear setting

P: 5/29/2004 11:06:05 AM
Stevo Rough Rock Total Posts: 10 Last Post: 5/31/2004 Member Since: 5/29/2004	Decided several months ago that it was the right time for a new ring for my wife with our 5 year anniversary. Had little interest or knowledge of diamond facts or prices when first researching which ring style, size or quality to purchase. Ironically, an off topic post at an audio/video site (one of my hobbies) was talking about rings and diamonds. I emailed a few of the constributors to the posts, and they pointed me to Pricescope and the internet diamond dealers. Thanks to them, and several months of internet diamond research later, we now have a beatiful Mark Morrell design anniversary ring! Mark Morrell is a great person to work with. He provided the setting with excellent quality and on schedule. I would highly recommend Mark to those looking for something a little different than the ordinary setting designs and/or seeking that additional attention to setting detail. As for the loose stones, all of the internet dealers that I contaced were very knowledgeable with diamonds, including the friendly people at Good old Gold, Whiteflash and DirtCheapDiamonds. For my specific requirements, Niceice.com provided just the right stones at the right time and value. Robin and Todd were very good people to work with, and the stones (single round diamond and two pears) were provided exactly as they described in terms of quality. Overall, the experience of purchasing a setting and stone 'sight unseen' over the internet and telephone was a little adventurous; after seeing the final product, I'd recommend the process to anyone who appreciates the highest quality for a reasonable value. Thanks to Mark, Robin and Todd for creating a beautiful anniversary ring. She loves the ring and receives compliments seemingly everywhere we go (who would have thought that a ring would be the topic of conversation at Home Depot of all places ). Special thanks to those who frequently contribute their time and knowledge of diamonds/settings to this forum. You make it much more enjoyable for people like myself that are not as involved in the trade/hobby to confidently move forward with the important decision. -Steve.
Posted: 5/29/2004 11:06:05 AM

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P: 5/29/2004 11:11:22 AM
Stevo Rough Rock Total Posts: 10 Last Post: 5/31/2004 Member Since: 5/29/2004	Photo of the ring taken by Mark.
Posted: 5/29/2004 11:11:22 AM

P: 5/29/2004 11:12:47 AM
Stevo Rough Rock Total Posts: 10 Last Post: 5/31/2004 Member Since: 5/29/2004	Another photo provided by Mark.
Posted: 5/29/2004 11:12:47 AM

P: 5/29/2004 11:43:10 AM
Giangi Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,530 Last Post: 10/29/2006 Member Since: 1/23/2003	It's beautiful!! Congrats, it looks so fluid and smooth! Thumbs up for R&T also... They are great guys -- Love their sense of humor! _____________ Omnia Mea Mecum Porto. Giangi
Posted: 5/29/2004 11:43:10 AM

P: 5/29/2004 11:54:41 AM
Stevo Rough Rock Total Posts: 10 Last Post: 5/31/2004 Member Since: 5/29/2004	Photo before the big day. The camera (and operator ) are not good with close-ups.
Posted: 5/29/2004 11:54:41 AM

P: 5/29/2004 11:59:10 AM
Stevo Rough Rock Total Posts: 10 Last Post: 5/31/2004 Member Since: 5/29/2004	Another shot..
Posted: 5/29/2004 11:59:10 AM

P: 5/29/2004 12:00:38 PM
Stevo Rough Rock Total Posts: 10 Last Post: 5/31/2004 Member Since: 5/29/2004	Another shot..
Posted: 5/29/2004 12:00:38 PM

P: 5/29/2004 12:03:09 PM
Stevo Rough Rock Total Posts: 10 Last Post: 5/31/2004 Member Since: 5/29/2004	Very pleased with the brilliance of the ring. Seems to fool the camera.
Posted: 5/29/2004 12:03:09 PM

P: 5/29/2004 12:06:14 PM
Stevo Rough Rock Total Posts: 10 Last Post: 5/31/2004 Member Since: 5/29/2004	BTW, the 'Crest' brand ultrasonic cleaner works wonders with the ring. Also works very well for cleaning eye glasses within seconds. Another photo,
Posted: 5/29/2004 12:06:14 PM

P: 5/29/2004 12:08:06 PM
Mara Ideal Rock Total Posts: 27,893 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 10/30/2002	congrats...beautiful ring. have to say that mm's pieces are unlike any other i have seen...the lines are so incredibly fluid...i don't know if i have seen any other vendor pictures that can match up, even $2-4k settings. also his heart prongs are so delicate and beautiful...its a great piece! ________________________________ "Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." -Albert Einstein
Posted: 5/29/2004 12:08:06 PM

P: 5/29/2004 1:08:45 PM
niceice Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,792 Last Post: 7/22/2008 Member Since: 1/29/2003	Thanks for sharing the finished ring Steve! We were so excited to see the proto-type design that you shared with us a little while ago and have been waiting anxiously to see the completed project! Absolutely gorgeous! It is always an extreme pleasure to see our diamonds end up in Mark's work, he is such a talented designer with a dedication to detail that leaves us impressed! Congratulations on the celebration of your 5th anniversary! We'd better start working on the project for the 10th because this one is going to be hard to beat Todd L. Gray, President NiceIce.com
Posted: 5/29/2004 1:08:45 PM

P: 5/29/2004 2:29:29 PM
sevens one Ideal Rock Total Posts: 9,537 Last Post: 9/8/2009 Member Since: 4/14/2004	---------------- On 5/29/2004 1:08:45 PM niceice wrote: We'd better start working on the project for the 10th because this one is going to be hard to beat ---------------- See there it is in plain view. That's how you people get us in trouble... we want more, more, more, more, more You have just planted the seed. Hmmm my twentieth is in 2 years.... That anniv. ring is so beautiful. Great choice. After working sight unseen it must have been a thrill to see the finished project. Ok now back to the drawing board-you only have five years to plan....... Nan ______________________________ "You kept making all the stops?" "Well, people kept ringing the bell!" ls gift
Posted: 5/29/2004 2:29:29 PM

P: 5/29/2004 3:23:52 PM
Patty Ideal Rock Total Posts: 4,031 Last Post: 6/4/2008 Member Since: 12/7/2003	It's beautiful! I love how the two "swirly" parts come up to form a heart prong in the middle of the ring. (Not the most techinical explanation, I know.)
Posted: 5/29/2004 3:23:52 PM

P: 5/29/2004 4:33:14 PM
Lions, Tigers & Bears Ideal Rock Total Posts: 4,107 Last Post: 9/12/2005 Member Since: 10/18/2003	Really well done and superbly elegant. Great job and well worth the effort! Congrats! Hey Nan, my 10 yr is in 2.5 yrs and I've already been "working on it" for a year! _____________________________________________ Don't breed or buy when homeless pets continue to die.
Posted: 5/29/2004 4:33:14 PM

P: 5/29/2004 5:49:47 PM
lop Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,651 Last Post: 9/7/2009 Member Since: 6/14/2003	Beautiful ring! I love mm's work, and am secretly thinking abut what a great thing is would be for my 20th in 2 years! (I'm just dropping gentle hints at this point to plant the seed that 20 should be something special.) Can't really be specific since hubby thinks the diamond fairy is done for good at this point...
Posted: 5/29/2004 5:49:47 PM

P: 5/30/2004 9:24:31 AM
Colored Gemstone Nut Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,267 Last Post: 10/1/2009 Member Since: 11/21/2002	COngratulations on such an elegant setting Steve... Marks work is really fantastic and kuddos to MiceIce for such beautiful stones.. Best Wishes... Josh Rioux Haines, Alaska The Colored Gemstone Nut
Posted: 5/30/2004 9:24:31 AM

P: 5/30/2004 3:03:15 PM
Stevo Rough Rock Total Posts: 10 Last Post: 5/31/2004 Member Since: 5/29/2004	Thanks to all for the feedback. Laughed with the 5 years to plan for a 10th comments.
Posted: 5/30/2004 3:03:15 PM

P: 5/30/2004 4:04:38 PM
DiamondLover23 Cut Rock Total Posts: 154 Last Post: 12/26/2008 Member Since: 12/12/2002	Beautiful ring! I love rounds with pears (and trillions too).
Posted: 5/30/2004 4:04:38 PM

P: 5/31/2004 1:18:36 PM
christarose Rough Rock Total Posts: 35 Last Post: 1/25/2005 Member Since: 3/20/2004	Absolutely gorgeous! I love everything about it: the centre, the pears, the heart prongs...in fact, my 10th anniversary is next year, so I'd love to get some more details! What sizes are the stones? If you could send me a PM with a ballpark price too that would be great Congratulations on your anniversary, and the beautiful symbol of your commitment! christarose
Posted: 5/31/2004 1:18:36 PM

P: 5/31/2004 2:18:52 PM
Stevo Rough Rock Total Posts: 10 Last Post: 5/31/2004 Member Since: 5/29/2004	Some information on the stones; Center: Style: Round Brilliant Meas: 7.20mm (7.17-7.23 x 4.39) Weight: 1.37 carat Depth: 61.1% Table: 56% Girdle: Medium, Faceted Culet: None Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Clarity: VS2 Color: G Fluorescence: None Scope measurements, Crown: 34.5', 15.2% Pavil: 40.7', 42.8% Table: 4.03mm, 56% Culet: 0.4% V.small Girdle: 1.3% (1.1 - 1.6%) HCA: 0.9 (EX, EX, EX, VG) Side #1: Style: Pear Weight: 0.256 carat Width/Length: 3.48 - 5.58mm L/W : 1.602 Color: F/G? Depth: 65.2%, 2.27mm Crown Angle: 34.0' (34.1 - 34.0) Crown Height: 15.5% (16.0 - 14.9) Pavil Angle: 42.0' (42.6 - 41.4) Pavil Depth: 44.1% (44.5 - 43.7) Table Size: 54.0%, 1.88mm Girdle: 5.6% (4.7 - 6.5) Side #2: Style: Pear Weight: 0.245 carat Width/Length: 3.46 - 5.59mm L/W : 1.614 Color: F/G? Depth: 65.3%, 2.26mm Crown Angle: 32.3' (32.3 - 32.4) Crown Height: 14.3% (14.3 - 14.4) Pavil Angle: 43.2' (43.0 - 43.4) Pavil Depth: 46.4% (46.3 - 46.5) Table Size: 55.1%, 1.91mm Girdle: 4.5% (4.7 - 4.3) The setting is PT900 platinum. The two pears look identical. The ring's left/right side is indescernible, unless using the inscription on the inside of the ring. The pears sparkle, but not as much as the center stone. Christa, you have mail.
Posted: 5/31/2004 2:18:52 PM

P: 6/1/2004 11:41:12 AM
christarose Rough Rock Total Posts: 35 Last Post: 1/25/2005 Member Since: 3/20/2004	Thanks Steve! Congrats again Josh, I had to laugh when I read "MiceIce" - picturing 2 diamonds as Mickey Mouse ears christarose
Posted: 6/1/2004 11:41:12 AM

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