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My BGD Aurora 1/2 Eternity is READY AND ON THE WAY!!!

Gypsy

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YAY. YAY. YAY!

WOW. I can't believe I get to wear this beauty on my finger in less than a day. I've got butterflies. Brian and Lesley did a fabulous job.

Where to start?

I was inspired by many bands, but primarily by the hand shots Cakelady posted of her Blue Nile Garland band (which is very similar to a Tiffany band and a Verragio band). But I wanted the profile of the ring customized and I wanted H&A superideals.

So I worked with the VERY patient Brian and Lesley to have this band made. Here, in detail, is the process of the ring's creation from The first round of CADs, through the third round of CADs to the wax, and the setting polished but unset. I think it's a fun thread that is educational for anyone who is thinking of going the custom route.

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/got-cads-of-band-want-opinions.153285/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/got-cads-of-band-want-opinions.153285/[/URL]

The completed band is now named the Aurora band! Here are the "glamour" shots.

I will have hand pics TOMORROW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Gypsy

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And the "money" shot... Lookit those Arrows.

Sorry, I was so excited about the band being done I forgot the stats.

5 .32 BGD signature hearts and arrows ideal AGS 0 diamonds at G color and SI1 clarity.
8 .10 BGD signature hearts and arrows melee diamonds in F-G color and VS clarity.

2.4 ctw of diamonds.

Band is done in platinum. And it is a size 6.5.

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gemgirl

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Whoa baby!!! Are you going to be able to sleep tonight? Wwwweeeeeeeeeeeee! My heart would be pounding away with anticipation.
 

slg47

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wow! it looks great! I have really enjoyed following the progress of this band :) can't wait for handshots!
 

Gypsy

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Not sure Gemgirl. Not sure at all. I know I'm going to be at Fed Ex the second I get confirmation that the package is there though. No matter what I look like. Thanks slg!

I'm thinking of getting a manicure for it. I feel like I need to welcome it all dressed up!
 

athenaworth

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Holy wow!!!
 

atroop711

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that's GORGEOUS
 

manderz

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Wow!! That milgrain is delicious!!
 

LaurenThePartier

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Unreal, Gypsy. It's simply beautiful! Can NOT wait for you to get some handshots! :love: :love: :love: :love:
 

packrat

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Holy cow Gypsy! It's gorgeous!
 

bebe

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So pretty. I love the design and the milgrain.
Those stones are going to be outrageously gorgeous !!
can't wait to see hand shots.
 

lizzyann

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I say treat yourself to a manicure, because we can't wait for those HANDSHOTS!!!!!! :appl:
 

Tacori E-ring

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I cannot wait to see hand shots!!! It is beautiful!

ETA: the milgraining on the edges is my favorite part!!!
 

SuzyQZ

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It's finally on its way home!!

:appl: :appl: :appl: :appl:
WOWIE!
:love: :love: :love: :love:
What a beauty!
:cheeky: :cheeky: :cheeky: :cheeky:
 

MissGotRocks

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Yep, go get your manicure and get ready!
 

diva rose

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it's divine!! can't wait for hand shots!!! :love:
 

risingsun

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It looks gorgeous! Must. have. one. now! I can't wait to see the handshots :appl:
 

tigian

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Gypsy! I almost fell over my chair, I was so exciting to open your post. I love the name you chose for it, Aurora. The name really matches the ring. The milgrain is a perfect unexpected touch. Your ring is going in my wishlist folder. :love: :love: :love:
 

dani13

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Oh wow, its gorgeous!!! How will you sleep tonight? Cant wait to see handshots!! :appl: :appl:
 

asscher_girl

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Oh Gypsy, it's absolutely fab!!!! Wow, I love it! That is going to be some serious blingy finger coverage! Enjoy it girl, you deserve it!!!!
 

Gypsy

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Thanks so much everyone! I'm so glad so many people like the milgrain. I'm still a little undecided about it, but left it on because I like that it's something that is really just for 'me'... suprise milgrain. I really do think I'm going to be glad I decided to go for it when I see it in person, though.

I DID get a manicure. My nails are SUPER short, but they are festive in a nice holiday red. As I *never* wear nailpolish it makes typing seem like fun... red flashes out of no where.

I got a pedicure too :Up_to_something: .

I'm wired waiting for this thing. Good thing I put on nail polish, else I'd totally mess up my manicure by biting all my nails to the quick. New bling is so much fun, and I am so blessed that I was able to get this piece this year. And that Brian and Lesley were able to accomodate it in their production schedule!
 

pixies

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:love: !!! I love the wraps, the milgrain, everything! You will dripping in diamonds come tomorrow!
 

lknvrb4

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New bling is so much fun. I can't wait to see handshots of your beautiful ring.
 

geckodani

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Yayness! Gypsy I am so happy for you, and I can't wait to see this beauty on your hand! You deserve it! :appl:
 

rosetta

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Eeeek!

It's stunning!!

Congrats on a fabulous acquisition gypsy!

:love:
 

hay joe

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nice, real nice.
 

vintagelover229

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YAY Gyspy! Wear it in good health and love! And done before the holidays!

It looks amazing! :appl: :appl: :appl:
 

violet3

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Gypsy - holy wow!!!! i love the garland type bands - i can't wait to see it on you!!!!
 

Tuckins1

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Lovely! I love the milgrain. :appl:
 

Farleysmom

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OMG....what a stunning ring. Holy WOW!!!!! I can't wait to see the hand shots.
 
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