#TBT Anniversary Asscher

D&T · May 4, 2009

That is a SWEET stone

Stone Hunter · May 4, 2009

That looks like an amazing sparkly stone!!!! And it also happens to be an asscher. Way to go!

Rhapsody · May 4, 2009

well luckily he didn''t leave my ring on a shelf for 3 months this time around

And without further ado, here are some really sub par pictures. Today I have learned the lighting in my house, although very energy efficient, is terrible for photographing diamonds. I''ll try and get better shots tomorrow, although the forecast says thunderstorms, hrm. Well, heres what I have for now, enjoy!

The setting is platinum with rose gold bezels around the surprise stones. DH doesn''t seem to know the carat weight on the melee, I guess I''ll have to check the paper work

First is the ring in the silver trinket box he presented it in. He said he had been looking for a nice antique box for me but everything kept selling for more than he paid for the setting and he just couldn''t do it.

Rhapsody · May 4, 2009

Over exposed, my flash is way too harsh when you use macro

Rhapsody · May 4, 2009

This picture shows the pretty prongs well. I like that its a nice balance between the Leon style claws (which probably would overwhelm a stone this size) and a typical rounded prong. DH said he drove the jeweler batty getting the prongs just right.

Rhapsody · May 4, 2009

opps, this is the photo I actually meant to attach to the last post. This one is actually in focus

Rhapsody · May 4, 2009

Gallery shot. I''d estimate the surprise stones are 4 or 5 points. Only slightly frankentein bolt-esque if you look at it directly from the side

Rhapsody · May 4, 2009

Last one for tonight. My best attempt at a handshot. Gives the overall feel of the ring pretty well. I really love it, I think DH did a fantastic job finding this asscher a good home.

With any luck we''ll actually have some sun tomorrow and I''ll be back with more. Until then, thanks for looking!

Monnyjay · May 4, 2009

Your ring is lovely, you must be thrilled with it!

Stone Hunter · May 5, 2009

Very very pretty in that setting! Hope the sun is out today and you can get some outdoor photos.

motownmama · May 5, 2009

SOOOoooooooooooo pretty

- congrats!!! Which anniversary is it?

geckodani · May 5, 2009

Fun stuff! I''d love to see more photos!

vespergirl · May 5, 2009

It''s just gorgeous - I just love the finished ring! The setting is perrfect for that gorgeous stone.

Kelli · May 5, 2009

It looks stunning! Happy anniversary!

beechezz · May 5, 2009

OMG, OMG, OMG I loooovvvveeee it! Your hubby did a wonderful job with the setting! The surprise stones are such a special added touch! Can''t wait to see more awesome pictures taken in the sunlight (although it looks awesome already). Congratulations!

icekid · May 5, 2009

Oooh so exciting to see the finished ring. I am so in love with your asscher

(more photos??

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Ellen · May 5, 2009

Perfect, just perfect!

Please, get some sun shots when it comes out again. And some flower shots. And, and.....

LaurenThePartier · May 5, 2009

Rhapsody, I have been waiting for you to get your Asscher set, and it''s GORGEOUS!!!!! I''m in love with your diamond . . . it''s just so quintessentially Asscher!

I can''t wait to see more pics. A couple of asscher photographing hints I''ve learned if you don''t mind - try laying your ring on a window sill, sitting the camera on the ledge in front of it by about 4-6", switching the camera to Manual and macro, dropping the ISO to ~50, and zooming in a hair until it focuses. Then hold still as you snap the pic. Or, choose the multiframe option and just hold the button down to get multiple shots.

Late afternoon is the best time to have a windowsill photoshoot.

Good luck on your photoshoot tomorrow!!!

ilovesparkles · May 5, 2009

YIKES! That stone is absolutely amazing! Can't wait to see it set!

ETA: I didn't read far enough along! Oops! GORGEOUS setting! It really shows the stone off well!

Rhapsody · May 5, 2009

DH thanks everyone for approving of his design. He was very nervous as this is the first (remotely expensive) thing he''s bought for me without my direct input. He says the inspiration was the shank off a Daniel K ring and the profile/prongs from a Scott Kay ring.

Motownmama, its our 2nd wedding anniversary, our 10th together.

Lauren, thanks for the tips. I''m pretty good with my camera, but we moved recently so I''m still figuring out where the best light is

Well as feared I didnt see much sun today

Hopefully my photo mojo will be with me tomorrow

Rhapsody · May 6, 2009

The sun finally came out! I only managed to get a few pictures before I had to go rescue hubby at the mechanic, but I think what I got covers all the bases. Except flower shots. But, I have no flowers. I just noticed that none of the bulbs I planted in the fall bloomed

But, at least I have a shiny new diamond to look at instead