My New Old European Cut Russian Ring!

[mitsui4]

Date: 10/22/2009 2:22:10 PM
Author: packrat
How pretty! Congratulations!

Ditto

 

[Stone Hunter]

Oh I think it has real character and interest the way it is. I''m glad you''re going to leave it in it''s setting. Just have a jeweler check it to be sure it is secure in the setting. And ENJOY it!!

 

[plummagic]

thanks again! it''s so nice to hear words like character when thinking about diamonds.

any thoughts on a wedding bad that could work with this ring? i''m stumped!

 

[clgwli]

Date: 10/28/2009 12:17:54 PM
Author: plummagic
thanks again! it''s so nice to hear words like character when thinking about diamonds.

any thoughts on a wedding bad that could work with this ring? i''m stumped!

Oh I still love this ring so much!!! As for a wedding band, have you thought of a curved diamond band to fit around shape? I would think a bead set or pave set would be lovely with that type of ring. Something similar to this might work.

http://www.exceldiamonds.com/Wedding-Rings-6/Womens-Wedding-Bands-15/Womens-Classic-Wedding-Bands-90/-Diamond-Wedding-Ring-JENS-1015B-1409.html

 

[Loves Vintage]

Love the ring, the setting, and especially the stone!

Gorgeous!

For a wedding ring, maybe a simple etched vintage band like this one, or something similar in white gold:

Wedding Ring

 

[Rock_of_Love]

Date: 10/28/2009 2:45:11 PM
Author: Loves Vintage
Love the ring, the setting, and especially the stone!

Gorgeous!

For a wedding ring, maybe a simple etched vintage band like this one, or something similar in white gold:

Wedding Ring

I like this one, too!!!

Love your ring!!!

 

[plummagic]

wow! i actually LOVE both of those bands.

jean, i like the idea of a curved band that sit flush with the ring- although i would want one a but thinner (actually the thinner the better). i''ll have to look around a bit.

and love vintage- i love, love, love that band with the heart etchings! it''s too cute. i wish i could see it first- i''ll have to visit some stores and look at similar bands.

thanks again!

any other ideas?

 

[Loves Vintage]

I'd suggest going to estate jewelers and antique shops. I have a vintage ring and a vintage band. The shanks do tend to get worn over time. Both of my rings are very light and delicate. If I had a new band, it would defintely feel off to me with my older ring. Actually, you might try on some vintage bands and some new bands to see the difference yourself.

I really like the idea of an older wedding band with your ring. There are lots of options for on-line looking, but I too would want to see the ring in person since it is such an important ring.

 

[clgwli]

I agree going to antique stores (or places that sell antique rings) would be wise. I don''t like how thick the band is that I showed you, but I was looking quickly. A local jeweler here sells a lot of antique rings and does a good amount of replica rings too. I saw some absolutely gorgeous delicate bands that would look great wiht a ring like yours. I was looking for ones to wear with my grandmother''s old engagement ring from 1925. Wound up doing a different jewelry project but there are tons of options for curved bands that would sit flush.

I know I saw a bunch of straight bands as well that would''ve been cute, but sadly I had no room on my finger to wear them with it. I definitely think seeing things in person is wise. The jeweler I went to was sayng that they could easily (and not to expensively) create or modify rings to match.

Have fun looking

 

[Cehrabehra]

I really like it and I definitely would NOT touch it!

 

[MichelleCarmen]

Pretty

 

[Lisa Loves Shiny]

I just love the ring and diamond! Just so unique and gorgeous. I am wondering, and I hate to bring this up. But is it possible the diamond girdle is chipped? I think I see a possible chip in pic two (7 o''clock) and three, but it could be an optical illusion. I am just mentioning this as it may factor in the decision to reset the diamond. If I am wrong, my apologies.

 

[princessplease]

Lovely!!!!!!!!

 

[Burk]

So pretty!

 

[plummagic]

thanks again all!

i think we may try to go to some stores next weekend and take a look around. any suggestions for good antique/vintage jewelers in the nyc area?

lisa- there is a small chip on the gridle, but i''m not sure you can see it in the photos? i can only see it with a 10x loupe. anyhow, i plan on bringing it to a jeweler to check out just in case. no worries hopefully! thanks for the honest look out!

 

[plummagic]

thanks again all!

i think we may try to go to some stores next weekend and take a look around. any suggestions for good antique/vintage jewelers in the nyc area?

lisa- there is a small chip on the girdle, but i''m not sure you can see it in the photos? i can only see it with a 10x loupe. anyhow, i plan on bringing it to a jeweler to check out just in case. no worries hopefully! thanks for the honest look out!