I did it!!! Just bought my diamond!!!

[Janae335i]

I just spoke to Bob at Whiteflash and said to get the paperwork started to ship it!!
Thank you to everyone who gave me some tips in RockyTalky on this stone. I decided to go for it!
Specs Antique Cushion (GIA says cushion brilliant, but my appraiser said it should have almost been OMC)
carat: 2.6ct
measurements: 8.49 x 8.19 x 5.19
ratio: 1.03
color: J
clarity: SI1
polish: very good
symmetry: good
flor: none
Crown angles greater than 40 (slight variance 39 to 41.9 degree)
table: 50.9%
total depth: 63.3%
(I think thats pretty much everything )

Not my hand BTW
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So excited!! Now to finialize a setting...

 

[Haven]

OH MY GOSH! It's beautiful! I'm so excited to see how you set it.

Do you have any ideas about the setting yet?

 

[Janae335i]

Thank you!
I am so excited and scared and nervous and excited!!!
I originally wanted something with bead set diamonds on the band (very thin band), but my FI really pushed the idea of a solitaire so the center stone really is the show stopper. So I think I will go with that, it grew on me! Of course I quite like Boston Jeff's ring . Who doesn't right?!
I do know a few things: VERY thin band 1.5-2mm, dainty double prongs and I want it set fairly low to my finger. And I kind of like a basket. I want to stack bands along with it, and I want them to sit flush. So I don't really know how that will work with a setting that keeps the diamond low to my finger.
The setting will be custom made by my uncle who is a jeweler/sculptor so we'll come up with something great I hope.

Any thoughts from anyone on settings is GREATLY appreciated!!

 

[SuzyQZ]

Thank you!
I am so excited and scared and nervous and excited!!!
I originally wanted something with bead set diamonds on the band (very thin band), but my FI really pushed the idea of a solitaire so the center stone really is the show stopper. So I think I will go with that, it grew on me! Of course I quite like Boston Jeff's ring . Who doesn't right?!
I do know a few things: VERY thin band 1.5-2mm, dainty double prongs and I want it set fairly low to my finger. And I kind of like a basket. I want to stack bands along with it, and I want them to sit flush. So I don't really know how that will work with a setting that keeps the diamond low to my finger.
The setting will be custom made by my uncle who is a jeweler/sculptor so we'll come up with something great I hope.
Any thoughts from anyone on settings is GREATLY appreciated!!

Oh my! That sounds exciting!!
Congratulations on your beautiful diamond

 

[vintagelover229]

BEAUTIFUL stone! WOW! I love it!

For a setting I personally love both of these (although I love the french cuts more).
http://artofplatinum.com/vault/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=1265&category_id=1&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=1

http://www.artofplatinum.com/vault/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=1323&category_id=1&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=1


I also love this ring but this is a OEC not an OMC. But it could be done with a cushion
[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/victor-canera-reset-my-3-39-ct-oec-tapered-french-cuts.158320/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/victor-canera-reset-my-3-39-ct-oec-tapered-french-cuts.158320/[/URL]


I can't wiat to see what you do. No matter what you do its one show stopper of a stone!

 

[Haven]

Janae--Your setting ideas sound amazing! I'm biased though, as I JUST had a 2.3 OMB set in a very dainty, low-set solitaire with a pretty little basket. I went from wearing a 2 ct modern cushion on a blingy eternity band, so I was a bit nervous to go from that to a solitaire, but boy am I glad I did! With a stunning stone like yours, I agree that you should let it shine.

 

[Janae335i]

Vintagelover229 - thank you for those suggestions. I ADORE the French cuts! But I think my FI would kill me if I asked for more diamonds!! I think that look would definatly be something I would upgrade to!
I was actually thinking of maybe doing a French cut eternity band for my wedding band...

 

[slg47]

congratulations...it's beautiful! I think a solitaire setting would really show it off

 

[Janae335i]

Janae--Your setting ideas sound amazing! I'm biased though, as I JUST had a 2.3 OMB set in a very dainty, low-set solitaire with a pretty little basket. I went from wearing a 2 ct modern cushion on a blingy eternity band, so I was a bit nervous to go from that to a solitaire, but boy am I glad I did! With a stunning stone like yours, I agree that you should let it shine.

Haven - I was actually just admiring your new setting yesterday! I typically like simple design and I was surpirsed how much I love your setting. It is truley lovely!! Vey dainty and elegant and I really love the rose gold!
Do you have pictures of your old setting on PS?

 

[motownmama]

total WOW!

 

[MissGotRocks]

Looks like a beautiful stone - wow! I agree with your thoughts about keeping the setting simple - should be gorgeous!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I'll have to say, these pictures look MUCH better! Almost looks like a different stone! Can't wait to see it set!

 

[Haven]

Janae--Your setting ideas sound amazing! I'm biased though, as I JUST had a 2.3 OMB set in a very dainty, low-set solitaire with a pretty little basket. I went from wearing a 2 ct modern cushion on a blingy eternity band, so I was a bit nervous to go from that to a solitaire, but boy am I glad I did! With a stunning stone like yours, I agree that you should let it shine.

Haven - I was actually just admiring your new setting yesterday! I typically like simple design and I was surpirsed how much I love your setting. It is truley lovely!! Vey dainty and elegant and I really love the rose gold!
Do you have pictures of your old setting on PS?

Thank you! My new ring actually looks like a simple solitaure until you peek under her skirt, so to speak. I'm really happy that I went with it, I was so nervous to go custom and hand forged because that meant I'd have no idea how it turned out until it was finished, but now I love it!
My original e-ring thread is here:
https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-new-cushion-e-ring.68697/

Can I just say again what a DELICIOUS stone this is? I seriously cannot wait to see it set and on your hand!

 

[bright ice]

What a beautiful stone

 

[marcy]

Your diamond is gorgeous.

 

[kenny]

What a beautiful diamond.

 

[Skippy123]

Your diamond is amazing!!!

 

[lknvrb4]

Beautiful stone!

 

[stargurl78]

What a gorgeous diamond!! I can't wait to see what you do with it

 

[iota15]

I am totally jealous. hahaha. (in a good way... sorta) lol. You must post LOTSA pictures!!!

 

[stci]

Wahooooooo! What a beauty! congrats Sweety!

 

[briolette]

I absolutely love antique cuts. That one is to die for!
I would do a simple setting without side stone but perhaps some engraving? I dunno...it really is beautiful!

 

[TruLuv858]

Beautiful Diamond!!! Congratulations, I can't wait to see it set!

 

[slg47]

to the OP: do you know if WF is stocking these antique cushions now, or did you call it in?

and yes, ditto everyone else, post LOTS of pictures

 

[SparklyOEC]

Beautiful stone. Can't wait to see what you do with it. Congratulations!

 

[tyty333]

Gorgeous stone!

 

[canuk-gal]

HI:

Oh so lovely! Congrats!

cheers--Sharon

 

[Janae335i]

Thank you so much everyone!! I am so happy to hear that you guys approve!!

I cannot believe how fast Whiteflash is! They just sent me an email saying my diamond has been shipped and that I'll get it tomorrow by noon!!!!!! I am so excited I might now be able to sleep tonight or focus on any work tomorrow morning!!!

I do have a question about settings. I want the setting to be low, but I think I want it to allow my w-ring to sit flush. Any suggestions? Does Boston Jeff's style allow the w-ring to sit flush? It kind of looks like it does. I guess there's no donut?
I'm not sure if it would bother me if the bands didn't sit flush, but I am planning on wearing two stacking bands with it. What do you guys think, flush or almost flush?


Eeekkkk!!! I am so excited!

 

[lisalikessparkles]

Hun this is TO DIE FOR! My dream diamond!! Gorgeous!!!

 

[Haven]

Thank you so much everyone!! I am so happy to hear that you guys approve!!

I cannot believe how fast Whiteflash is! They just sent me an email saying my diamond has been shipped and that I'll get it tomorrow by noon!!!!!! I am so excited I might now be able to sleep tonight or focus on any work tomorrow morning!!!

I do have a question about settings. I want the setting to be low, but I think I want it to allow my w-ring to sit flush. Any suggestions? Does Boston Jeff's style allow the w-ring to sit flush? It kind of looks like it does. I guess there's no donut?
I'm not sure if it would bother me if the bands didn't sit flush, but I am planning on wearing two stacking bands with it. What do you guys think, flush or almost flush?

Eeekkkk!!! I am so excited!

So exciting! I came back to this thread just to see if you had an update on your amazing stone!

Boston Jeff's ring is amazing, isn't it? I imagine it's possible to do anything with a custom setting, so if you want your bands to sit flush it should be possible.

Have you tried on wedding sets to see if you really prefer it when rings sit flush? I ask because I was INTENT on making sure my wedding band sat flush with my original ering, but I discovered that I really prefer the look when the rings sit a bit apart. SO, when I designed my upgrade I insisted on a donut so a ring wouldn't sit flush against it. I think this is completely about personal preference, so I would go out and try on some sets to see what you prefer.