Calling Chrono!

[arjunajane]

And this, is my most favourite old cut of all time (also from JBEG) -
and also an M

4.12 antique cushion...pretty nice huh?

Of course, disclaimer - best to judge colour IRL or next best in one of Jon''s videos (not from static
photos on a computer).
But I just wanted to show that K/L/M is nothing to be afraid of

 

[vintagelover229]

THAT SIDE VIEW IS TDF! OMG! You dont think she'd mind if I made a mini-me version of it would you? I mean, really?!?!?!?

That's a stand alone piece! I wouldnt even need a WB to go with it!

I just dont want more drama for, if you know what i mean

I've always wanted sapphires in my piece...and I'm loving the bezel settings...and that profile view...

I know Jon wouldnt make me worry about anything. I'd really LOVE something to be 1.5 carats! He told me w/my budget I should expect 1.25-1.4carats...so if it came back 1.5

I wont complain!

You've made me feel much better!

Now that I dont have a band that needs to go with it...I might not even get a new WB...and might use the 500.00 that my hubby has for that towards starting my bezel SS fund!

Edit: My husband saw it...and he is NOT a fan of the bezel look...he said "why is it hiding the stone, I dont like that!"

Well...onwards to step 2! Relooking at SS website for more inpiration pics! LOL

 

[Kasey3]

Date: 5/9/2009 8:21:21 AM
Author: arjunajane

Date: 5/9/2009 8:11:00 AM
Author: Kasey3
Harriet-what type of setting are you going to put it in? If it is not going into a halo I would get at least 2.5. I have a 2.38RB and I purchased a 2.36 J old style cushion from Jon with a 1;16 ratio. If I turn it EW I am happy with the size compared to my RB, when it''s NS, I am not. The dimensions are 7.36x8.6 if that helps. I was going to upgrade that stone to a 2.5 H, ( I have some color issues with the J) but the difference between the 2 stones was not worth the amount of $ to upgrade-so now I am waiting to see Jon''s new stones when they come back from GIA and if I like what I see I will also be ordering one-probably with a desired lw around 8 because I am going to put it in a Leon halo to add the size I want.


Since you are so close, and Jon has so many cushions in so many sizes and shapes, why don''t you hop on the LIRR and try some on!

Hi Kasey.
I am interested in hearing more about your comparison between your RB and cushion, if possible (above I was
grilling Chrono on this topic

)..

Do you mind to state what mm your RB is, and is it an H&A/ideal cut?
Do you by any chance have a pic of the cushion you could share? Also, you said you weren''t content with
the colour, but are you impressed with the performance/appearance?
Are you able to describe how the cushion stands up next to your RB?

I am just trying to get some ideas of what these L/W ratio actually look like IRL, and of course these
cushions when compared to my H&A RB ..I hope you don''t mind all the questions!
Would appreciate it if you have the time.

with thanks
aj.

Hi aj

I am happy to answer your questions. when i first went hunting for my diamond upgrade I couldn''t decide between a RB or a cushion. I chose a RB-one of Jons beauties. It is a 2.36 I color stone that I adore. I never see any color at all. So, being the diamond addict that I am I was still lusting over all the cushions I see here on PS and I decided to look for a stone for a RHR-I saw a 2.5 H on GOG website that was gone within hours, and soon after I saw a 2.36 J for a great price so I went in and looked at it-looked at the color and I could detect some warmth that I felt I could live with, but I was wrong and I was a little dissapointed with my purchase-of course it took me a while to discover this-longer than my 30 days. Next thing I know, the H is back on the website for sale, but that also didn''t happen within my 30 day exchange period and I live in NY, so I would have to plunk down the tax again in order to upgrade but, after time I couldn''t get over that H stone and I put it on hold. I was willing to pay the $$ do so if there was a huge diffence in the stones. I went to go and see the H and it is a beauty I really liked it more than my J it had more personality. There is something about my stone that I am just not 100% happy .

OK-I have a DR appt in 10 min-so I will finish this when I get back and tell you what I think cushion vs RB. Kasey

 

[icekid]

Date: 5/7/2009 6:30:23 PM
Author: Harriet
You girls are bad. Bad, bad, bad, bad, bad. I just spoke with Jon.

I love it when you''re bad, Harriet

 

[arjunajane]

Thanks heaps Kasey, I appreciate you taking the time. I look forward to the rest of your reply! (good luck at the Doc's!)..



Stephanie, you must Explain these things to the boys in boy speak - "the bezel is not "Hiding" the diamond,
it is protecting the girdle and edges - the most vulnerable parts of my diamond - so there is next to
no chance of ever damaging it --> which means no extra money or stress on insurance premiums or claims for you, honey.."

see...?

ha ha, but in all seriousness - say with my Jim Meyer bezel (and I'm sure SS work is equally as deft), there is
no part of the stone that is being "covered" or compromised in anyway - the bezel is sooo thin
and delicate, it's crazy how tiny the milgraine really is IRL.
Plus, remember a bezel like a halo adds quite a bit of size in the appearance of your stone - so it's actually
the opposite effect of what your guy is thinking

That's quite surprising actually, I find bezels are one of the styles that guys consistently Do like..
I know alot of them don't "get" dainty/pointy prongs (and neither should they I guess) lol..
Hrmm?

 

[vintagelover229]

Date: 5/9/2009 12:31:33 PM
Author: arjunajane
Thanks heaps Kasey, I appreciate you taking the time. I look forward to the rest of your reply! (good luck at the Doc''s!)..



Stephanie, you must Explain these things to the boys in boy speak - ''the bezel is not ''Hiding'' the diamond,
it is protecting the girdle and edges - the most vulnerable parts of my diamond - so there is next to
no chance of ever damaging it --> which means no extra money or stress on insurance premiums or claims for you, honey..''

see...?

ha ha, but in all seriousness - say with my Jim Meyer bezel (and I''m sure SS work is equally as deft), there is
no part of the stone that is being ''covered'' or compromised in anyway - the bezel is sooo thin
and delicate, it''s crazy how tiny the milgraine really is IRL.
Plus, remember a bezel like a halo adds quite a bit of size in the appearance of your stone - so it''s actually
the opposite effect of what your guy is thinking

That''s quite surprising actually, I find bezels are one of the styles that guys consistently Do like..
I know alot of them don''t ''get'' dainty/pointy prongs (and neither should they I guess) lol..
Hrmm?

Thats a great idea! I LOVE the bezel look...which is strange...I hated it a year ago! I think when you first start shopping for an e-ring, you have this picture in your head! Well its WAY different now! I emailed Erica and asked if its okay if I use her design! We''ll see what she says! I really LOVE IT! As much as I like the profile though, one of my favorite parts is seeing the side profile of the stone, how much depth it actually has...and I wont be able to see it with that style!

I think I''ll get over it though!

Eventually I want a Jim Meyer w/ a sapphire bezel...

My husband says I like jewlery WAY TO MUCH! LOL! I tell him...honey, at least I dont have a handbag addication as well as jewlery! LOL! Although...the only reason I dont have that addication is because I can''t afford the first! If I had the funds, I''d have tons a jewlery, as well as a few LV bags

 

[arjunajane]

Stephanie,
just a suggestion, but why don't you look into a JM bezel like Coati's or mine?
It has a milgrained delicate bezel, and in a very similiar style to our one, he does mini
bezeled sapphires on the sides, which it sounds like will give you every element
you're after - no?
Alternatively, you could have him create something entirely new for you !

Also, his prices are very reasonable, esp. for the handmade quality that they are.
I always assumed I couldn't afford a JM, until I just asked for a quote and was
pleasantly surprised!

that design from JBEG was collaborated between them and SS, so I'm not positive but I imagine
SS own the design. However, if you don't want the FDL, than thats a completely different ring anyway imho..
(Fwiw, I'm pretty sure JM is more affordable than SS - however I haven't worked with SS personally.)

here is the design like mine, however of course imagine the centre as a diamond,
and the lil bezeled diamonds as sapphires - pretty huh?


ETA: oh, and what triggered me to suggest this, is if you look at the JM rings of Coati's, mine, Beach's etc - the profile view is completely open, and you get to admire the whole side/culet of the gem - the profile is one of my fave parts. Just check my thread for lots of pics!

 

[arjunajane]

and here is another style of his which seems would suit your desires -
in this pic you can make out the bezeled sapphire sidestones.
Maybe, if you''re cool with using lab created sapphires like in Erica''s ring, it could be a great way to come in budget for this "ring of your dreams" that you speak of, rather than having to reset now and than again in the future - kwim? That just seems like a bit of trouble/risk to me (emphasis on me).

Personally, I think those sapphs look great in Erica''s ring - and they were done custom just for her project as I understand it - but of course, whether you are comfortable or no with created gems will come into it..

Okay, I''ll stop enabling now..

 

[arjunajane]

And just for reference for redrose, here is the open profile view of my JM - and you can see just how delicate the
bezel part really is here too.

Okay, sorry guys, threadjack over lol!

 

[Kasey3]

Date: 5/9/2009 11:53:33 AM
Author: Kasey3

Date: 5/9/2009 8:21:21 AM
Author: arjunajane

Date: 5/9/2009 8:11:00 AM
Author: Kasey3
Harriet-what type of setting are you going to put it in? If it is not going into a halo I would get at least 2.5. I have a 2.38RB and I purchased a 2.36 J old style cushion from Jon with a 1;16 ratio. If I turn it EW I am happy with the size compared to my RB, when it's NS, I am not. The dimensions are 7.36x8.6 if that helps. I was going to upgrade that stone to a 2.5 H, ( I have some color issues with the J) but the difference between the 2 stones was not worth the amount of $ to upgrade-so now I am waiting to see Jon's new stones when they come back from GIA and if I like what I see I will also be ordering one-probably with a desired lw around 8 because I am going to put it in a Leon halo to add the size I want.


Since you are so close, and Jon has so many cushions in so many sizes and shapes, why don't you hop on the LIRR and try some on!

Hi Kasey.
I am interested in hearing more about your comparison between your RB and cushion, if possible (above I was
grilling Chrono on this topic

)..

Do you mind to state what mm your RB is, and is it an H&A/ideal cut?
Do you by any chance have a pic of the cushion you could share? Also, you said you weren't content with
the colour, but are you impressed with the performance/appearance?
Are you able to describe how the cushion stands up next to your RB?

I am just trying to get some ideas of what these L/W ratio actually look like IRL, and of course these
cushions when compared to my H&A RB ..I hope you don't mind all the questions!
Would appreciate it if you have the time.

with thanks
aj.

Hi aj

I am happy to answer your questions. when i first went hunting for my diamond upgrade I couldn't decide between a RB or a cushion. I chose a RB-one of Jons beauties. It is a 2.36 I color stone that I adore. I never see any color at all. So, being the diamond addict that I am I was still lusting over all the cushions I see here on PS and I decided to look for a stone for a RHR-I saw a 2.5 H on GOG website that was gone within hours, and soon after I saw a 2.36 J for a great price so I went in and looked at it-looked at the color and I could detect some warmth that I felt I could live with, but I was wrong and I was a little dissapointed with my purchase-of course it took me a while to discover this-longer than my 30 days. Next thing I know, the H is back on the website for sale, but that also didn't happen within my 30 day exchange period and I live in NY, so I would have to plunk down the tax again in order to upgrade but, after time I couldn't get over that H stone and I put it on hold. I was willing to pay the $$ do so if there was a huge diffence in the stones. I went to go and see the H and it is a beauty I really liked it more than my J it had more personality. There is something about my stone that I am just not 100% happy .

OK-I have a DR appt in 10 min-so I will finish this when I get back and tell you what I think cushion vs RB. Kasey

Ok-back to the H vs J stone-I really feel that there are three things I am not happy with about the cushion: the color and the table/culet, and the amount of sparkle. Here is a link to my J http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/5449 and here is the link to the H stone I compared it to: http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/5415/ the pattern in the table has that "flower" appearance and my J doesn't. When you view the two stones both are very pretty and sparkly, but when I look into the center of the J it is just kind of flat and in certain lighting conditions it doesn't sparkle at all and I am used to A LOT of sparkle!!! I do like the chunky flashes of color and light, and I love my cushion when I am in my kitchen, but everywhere else it is just OK. And quite honestly, I almost regret the purchase completely and wish I had just upgraded my RB!

When I was comparing the two stones, Jon told me about his line and that I could custom order a cushion, which I am very interested in doing but I really want to be careful this time with my purcahse so I am going to check out his stones when they get back from GIA which should be this week. I will let you know what I think. From what I understand his brand is cut with a formula that is designed to maximize light performance which I think I really want more of-and I think will make me happy.

With the two stones that I have, my RB outshines my cushion. I love my RB in all conditions especially when it "lights up" to the max. I love the sparkle, and the arrowws, and really everything about it! I am hoping that a different cushion will make me equally happy. I also plan on putting it in a halo so the little RBs will boost the sparkle for me-but who knows I may not need it!

I hope this helps and I hope I answered your questions-if not let me know!
Kasey

 

[mrssalvo]

Date: 5/9/2009 10:01:56 AM
Author: redrose229


Do you think it would be okay to have a K or L colored OMC? Eventually I''d like to put it in a vintage type setting...and a hint of warmth from the side would be okay as long as it faces up white. Opinions?

I think this is really something that is different depending on the person. If you love the warmth of the old cuts then I think it would be fine. I personally do not like to see warmth in stone but do understand and appreciate the beauty and value that they have. I recently saw Dee Jay''s 3 ctw stud earrings from WF. They were so white from the top and equally as white as her H e-ring. but, I could see color from the side and that bothers me. So, I know I can''t go down to a J in an e-ring b/c I will be the one looking at it from the side a lot of the time. Do you have any antique jewelry stores around you? that would be the best way to know what your tolerance is

 

[sillysweetie]

Date: 5/7/2009 2:38:54 PM
Author: Chrono

Date: 5/7/2009 1:52:41 PM

Author: sillysweetie

Hi Chrono, thanks for the info. Do you know where I can see the GOG signature OMC facet pattern? And is there an open culet in the signature faceting?

You can see it in the ''Chunk in the Trunk'' video where all 4 OMCs have exactly the same faceting pattern. The culet is large per GIA grading. It is also observable in the video. I think what I called OMC2 (1.07 ct G VS2 cushion) is back on his website. If he''s updated the picture, you should also be able to see a static picture of the facet pattern.

Thanks Chrono. But I can''t find the 1.07ct G VS2 on his site.

Oh yes, I''ve viewed the video and love the look of the second (1.12ct E VS2) and the last (2.46ct L VS2). There is slight difference among the 4 stones, especially the third (1.6ct H SI1). Maybe because of its L/W ratio?

Anyone knows the specs of the 1.12ct E VS2? It looks soooooooo yummy.

 

[vintagelover229]

Date: 5/9/2009 1:01:31 PM
Author: arjunajane
and here is another style of his which seems would suit your desires -
in this pic you can make out the bezeled sapphire sidestones.
Maybe, if you''re cool with using lab created sapphires like in Erica''s ring, it could be a great way to come in budget for this ''ring of your dreams'' that you speak of, rather than having to reset now and than again in the future - kwim? That just seems like a bit of trouble/risk to me (emphasis on me).

Personally, I think those sapphs look great in Erica''s ring - and they were done custom just for her project as I understand it - but of course, whether you are comfortable or no with created gems will come into it..

Okay, I''ll stop enabling now..

I''m fine w/lab created sapps esp. if it gets me the look I want sooner

Besides...isnt the only difference in lab/vs. natural the enviornment they were "created" in? I mean, they both are sapphires correct? I''m going to contact JM

 

[chrono]

Date: 5/9/2009 2:19:55 AM
Author: Imdanny

I''ll take a look at that (and I note you say the cutlet is large per GIA grading). The one thing I didn''t like about the original prototype is the cutlet was too small for me. That would be a deal breaker. It''s not all about ''the light return.'' If I want that, I can get it in a RB. Thanks for the information.

But RBs have medium pinpoint fire whereas the chunky OMCs have large facets lighting up.

They are just too different to compare as equals.

 

[arjunajane]

Date: 5/9/2009 1:13:22 PM
Author: Kasey3

Ok-back to the H vs J stone-I really feel that there are three things I am not happy with about the cushion: the color and the table/culet, and the amount of sparkle. Here is a link to my J http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/5449 and here is the link to the H stone I compared it to: http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/5415/ the pattern in the table has that ''flower'' appearance and my J doesn''t. When you view the two stones both are very pretty and sparkly, but when I look into the center of the J it is just kind of flat and in certain lighting conditions it doesn''t sparkle at all and I am used to A LOT of sparkle!!! I do like the chunky flashes of color and light, and I love my cushion when I am in my kitchen, but everywhere else it is just OK. And quite honestly, I almost regret the purchase completely and wish I had just upgraded my RB!

When I was comparing the two stones, Jon told me about his line and that I could custom order a cushion, which I am very interested in doing but I really want to be careful this time with my purcahse so I am going to check out his stones when they get back from GIA which should be this week. I will let you know what I think. From what I understand his brand is cut with a formula that is designed to maximize light performance which I think I really want more of-and I think will make me happy.

With the two stones that I have, my RB outshines my cushion. I love my RB in all conditions especially when it ''lights up'' to the max. I love the sparkle, and the arrowws, and really everything about it! I am hoping that a different cushion will make me equally happy. I also plan on putting it in a halo so the little RBs will boost the sparkle for me-but who knows I may not need it!

I hope this helps and I hope I answered your questions-if not let me know!
Kasey

Thanks kasey for explaining - I think you are very close to my thoughts on the topic - I Very strongly desire for mine to have that "flowery" centre,
that is my fave thing about the older cuts (and likely why I really like OEC''s or tranny''s that have a really distinctive flower).

You''ve also summed up about the RB - I''m not sure whether I would prefer the arrows and the symmetry.
I love both looks in pictures/videos and I love my RB on my hand - but I''m yet to find a true chunky cushion to try on where I live - I think
I better get onto that.

I hope that you love your new cushion more - just to confirm, the 2.36 J and 2.49 H you chose between are Not part of Jon''s new cutting project, is that correct?

thanks again Kasey, your comments have given me food for thought.

 

[Kasey3]

Date: 5/10/2009 12:19:08 AM
Author: arjunajane

Date: 5/9/2009 1:13:22 PM
Author: Kasey3


Ok-back to the H vs J stone-I really feel that there are three things I am not happy with about the cushion: the color and the table/culet, and the amount of sparkle. Here is a link to my J http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/5449 and here is the link to the H stone I compared it to: http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/5415/ the pattern in the table has that ''flower'' appearance and my J doesn''t. When you view the two stones both are very pretty and sparkly, but when I look into the center of the J it is just kind of flat and in certain lighting conditions it doesn''t sparkle at all and I am used to A LOT of sparkle!!! I do like the chunky flashes of color and light, and I love my cushion when I am in my kitchen, but everywhere else it is just OK. And quite honestly, I almost regret the purchase completely and wish I had just upgraded my RB!

When I was comparing the two stones, Jon told me about his line and that I could custom order a cushion, which I am very interested in doing but I really want to be careful this time with my purcahse so I am going to check out his stones when they get back from GIA which should be this week. I will let you know what I think. From what I understand his brand is cut with a formula that is designed to maximize light performance which I think I really want more of-and I think will make me happy.

With the two stones that I have, my RB outshines my cushion. I love my RB in all conditions especially when it ''lights up'' to the max. I love the sparkle, and the arrowws, and really everything about it! I am hoping that a different cushion will make me equally happy. I also plan on putting it in a halo so the little RBs will boost the sparkle for me-but who knows I may not need it!

I hope this helps and I hope I answered your questions-if not let me know!
Kasey

Thanks kasey for explaining - I think you are very close to my thoughts on the topic - I Very strongly desire for mine to have that ''flowery'' centre,
that is my fave thing about the older cuts (and likely why I really like OEC''s or tranny''s that have a really distinctive flower).

You''ve also summed up about the RB - I''m not sure whether I would prefer the arrows and the symmetry.
I love both looks in pictures/videos and I love my RB on my hand - but I''m yet to find a true chunky cushion to try on where I live - I think
I better get onto that.

I hope that you love your new cushion more - just to confirm, the 2.36 J and 2.49 H you chose between are Not part of Jon''s new cutting project, is that correct?

thanks again Kasey, your comments have given me food for thought.

Hi aj

I am happy to help!

You are correct-neither of the two stones are from Jonathan''s new line. I will be comparing my J to his new line when they get back to GOG from GIA. If you want I can start a new thread with my thoughts on the comparison. I saved the link from his prototype cushion and it does have the "flowery" center that we both love! Here is the link:
http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/4989/

I hope you can find some cushions to view in person and if you ever need a PSers view on one of Jons I will be happy to look at it for you-I am only 15 minutes from GOG

 

[CharmyPoo]

I can''t agree more that the flower look is beautiful. A month back .. I saw the most beautiful OMC with SingleStone that had the flower pattern. It was one of the most beautiful OMC I have ever seen .. it was also a G! I think about it sometimes still but it had a natural indent that I couldn''t live with.

 

[arjunajane]

Date: 5/10/2009 7:56:04 AM
Author: Kasey3


Hi aj

I am happy to help!

You are correct-neither of the two stones are from Jonathan's new line. I will be comparing my J to his new line when they get back to GOG from GIA. If you want I can start a new thread with my thoughts on the comparison. I saved the link from his prototype cushion and it does have the 'flowery' center that we both love! Here is the link:
http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/4989/

I hope you can find some cushions to view in person and if you ever need a PSers view on one of Jons I will be happy to look at it for you-I am only 15 minutes from GOG

Hi Kasey,
wow that is a very generous offer of you, thankyou! I am very envious that you are so close to GOG - however truth be known, they would
likely hate me by now as I'd be there every w'end trying on the whole store, lol!

Of course as always, Jon has been very helpful with my enquiries, and will do me a video when we have some choices lined up - however if I am having
alot of trouble deciding, a real life independent perspective would be a wonderful asset! (and especially considering we seem to have similiar tastes/desires for our diamonds).

I hope you find a cushion you love this coming week when they are back with Jon.
I have been looking all over PS and collecting various photos of cushion rings - I will have to give it some serious thought, as it really is a hugely different look
from an H&A round (and I do love my round!)..

If you're able, I'd be keen to hear your thoughts on the performance/appearance of your new cushion choices for sure, especially when comparing to your RB and current cushion.

If you are visiting GOG in the coming week, I would love if you don't mind to let me know - perhaps you will be able to eyeball
my potential candidates while you are there..?

Thankyou again for the kind offer!

 

[chrono]

Absolutely agree with everyone that the OEC MUST have that flowery look. A square OMC must also have the maltese cross in the center. Both types must have the culet reflected all over the stone as well. These traits are what makes them different from modern cuts and special in addition to their other qualities.

 

[Kasey3]

Date: 5/10/2009 9:43:47 AM
Author: arjunajane

Date: 5/10/2009 7:56:04 AM
Author: Kasey3



Hi aj

I am happy to help!

You are correct-neither of the two stones are from Jonathan''s new line. I will be comparing my J to his new line when they get back to GOG from GIA. If you want I can start a new thread with my thoughts on the comparison. I saved the link from his prototype cushion and it does have the ''flowery'' center that we both love! Here is the link:
http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/4989/

I hope you can find some cushions to view in person and if you ever need a PSers view on one of Jons I will be happy to look at it for you-I am only 15 minutes from GOG

Hi Kasey,
wow that is a very generous offer of you, thankyou! I am very envious that you are so close to GOG - however truth be known, they would
likely hate me by now as I''d be there every w''end trying on the whole store, lol!

Of course as always, Jon has been very helpful with my enquiries, and will do me a video when we have some choices lined up - however if I am having
alot of trouble deciding, a real life independent perspective would be a wonderful asset! (and especially considering we seem to have similiar tastes/desires for our diamonds).

I hope you find a cushion you love this coming week when they are back with Jon.
I have been looking all over PS and collecting various photos of cushion rings - I will have to give it some serious thought, as it really is a hugely different look
from an H&A round (and I do love my round!)..

If you''re able, I''d be keen to hear your thoughts on the performance/appearance of your new cushion choices for sure, especially when comparing to your RB and current cushion.

If you are visiting GOG in the coming week, I would love if you don''t mind to let me know - perhaps you will be able to eyeball
my potential candidates while you are there..?

Thankyou again for the kind offer!

I would be happy to do that for you! I am going to send Jon an e-mail to see when the stones are coming back from GIA. Unfortunately, my potential stone won''t be in there I just want to see one of his "signature" stones so I can compare it to mine. If I like what I see, I will be ordering one in the color/size range I want like Stepanie and Chrono!

If the stones come back this week I will stop by GOG either Thurs or Fri and I will take a look for you, and write up the results of my findings!

 

[rainierinspring]

Kasey-- Please do let us know your thoughts on the new cushions vs. rounds. I am having a terrible time deciding between the two and I don''t live close to GOG.

I just got engaged and need to find my diamond!

 

[arjunajane]

Date: 5/11/2009 10:08:45 PM
Author: Kasey3
I would be happy to do that for you! I am going to send Jon an e-mail to see when the stones are coming back from GIA. Unfortunately, my potential stone won''t be in there I just want to see one of his ''signature'' stones so I can compare it to mine. If I like what I see, I will be ordering one in the color/size range I want like Stepanie and Chrono!


If the stones come back this week I will stop by GOG either Thurs or Fri and I will take a look for you, and write up the results of my findings!

Hey again Kasey,
if I understood Jon right, my "potential" stones should be back there this week, so that would be perfect!
Even if the specific size etc I''m after isn''t there, I''m still very keen to hear your report on your thoughts -
will you by any chance be taking a camera to this excursion

How exciting that you may get to order your own diamond straight from tailor-picked rough - personally, I think it''s both an efficient and romantic idea - when it comes to guys ordering e-rings over the net and people poo- poohing the idea as its not as "romantic" as shopping together in person...
well, how many girls can say not only was their style of ering picked together, but the actual diamond was specifically chosen and than Cut just for her ring?!

(I think De Beers would have a field day with this concept, am I wrong?)

anyway, I digress, lol..
I am eagerly awaiting to hear if Jon is getting some back this week - I will keep you updated hon,
thankyou again!

 

[vintagelover229]

Date: 5/12/2009 2:06:24 AM
Author: arjunajane



Hey again Kasey,
if I understood Jon right, my ''potential'' stones should be back there this week, so that would be perfect!
Even if the specific size etc I''m after isn''t there, I''m still very keen to hear your report on your thoughts -
will you by any chance be taking a camera to this excursion

How exciting that you may get to order your own diamond straight from tailor-picked rough - personally, I think it''s both an efficient and romantic idea - when it comes to guys ordering e-rings over the net and people poo- poohing the idea as its not as ''romantic'' as shopping together in person...
well, how many girls can say not only was their style of ering picked together, but the actual diamond was specifically chosen and than Cut just for her ring?!

(I think De Beers would have a field day with this concept, am I wrong?)

anyway, I digress, lol..
I am eagerly awaiting to hear if Jon is getting some back this week - I will keep you updated hon,
thankyou again!

I know right! I have SO MUCH FUN telling my co-workers that I dont have my upgrade yet because its being cut for me! Unfortuanlly most of them have NO CLUE what I''m talking about (diamonds? What''s a diamond? Oh..those sparklie things in the maul stores...they are cutting you one? Why are they doing that? You didnt like anything you seen? why not?

)
How do you do an upgrade from something you had cut for you though? I''m not sure, but I''m thinking this is "my" stone for the next few years. I''m going from a .85 to ~1.4-1.5...which I think is a HUGE jump, and I''m not sure an upgrade will up the first on my list after we start TTC.

Hmmm....I know I will need to work on a RHR though. and a push present. You guys are so naughy! You''ve made my list HUGE! I really want a SBTY necklace, OMC pendant necklace in particular THIS ONE, OEC earrings ~ 1Ctw, a nice RHR, an eternity sapphire and diamond ring, a sapphire and diamond vintage watch, oh the list goes on and on....

 

[arjunajane]

ha ha, stephanie - it sounds like you need a good job with a list that long!

 

[vintagelover229]

Well, I think I can settle on one a year. That means it will take me...my entire life! LOL! i''m okay with it though! I''m only 21! Just think of my collection by the time I''m 80

 

[chrono]

Stephanie,
Is your OMC ready yet? When will you get pictures and all the test results?

 

[vintagelover229]

Jonathan said he shot them an email today for an ETA. I''ll let you know as I get more infor!

 

[Harriet]

Date: 5/9/2009 8:11:00 AM
Author: Kasey3
Harriet-what type of setting are you going to put it in? If it is not going into a halo I would get at least 2.5. I have a 2.38RB and I purchased a 2.36 J old style cushion from Jon with a 1;16 ratio. If I turn it EW I am happy with the size compared to my RB, when it's NS, I am not. The dimensions are 7.36x8.6 if that helps. I was going to upgrade that stone to a 2.5 H, ( I have some color issues with the J) but the difference between the 2 stones was not worth the amount of $ to upgrade-so now I am waiting to see Jon's new stones when they come back from GIA and if I like what I see I will also be ordering one-probably with a desired lw around 8 because I am going to put it in a Leon halo to add the size I want.

Since you are so close, and Jon has so many cushions in so many sizes and shapes, why don't you hop on the LIRR and try some on!

Hi Kasey,
I'd put it in Leon's simple solitaire with double prongs. 2.5 ct sounds right. Chrono crunched the numbers. I hope you find something soon! I'll pay Jon a visit when I get back to NY. When will you be going to see him?

 

[Harriet]

Date: 5/9/2009 12:27:23 PM
Author: icekid

Date: 5/7/2009 6:30:23 PM
Author: Harriet
You girls are bad. Bad, bad, bad, bad, bad. I just spoke with Jon.

I love it when you''re bad, Harriet

 

[vintagelover229]

Say bye bye to my ring ladies! I''m shipping out this morning! Jon doesnt have the stones in house yet, but I only have a week and a half until my wedding! I need to get a move on asap LOL! He''s going to shoot a video comparision of my cushette when it arrives to the new chunky cushion!

I''ll let you know when I know more!