TR-182 Tension Ring Photos

[strawbearlyjamms]

Hello, Let me introduce myself briefly. I used the forums here a lot when deciding on what ring for my fiance and I to get. I fell in love with Gelin Abaci Tension settings and the few non-stock images I was able to find of them were on this blog. There is very sparse information (and even fewer photos) about them on the net (outside of your site here). So I wanted to give back and contribute to the information here for future buyers.

We got the ring from Mickey Roof/The Jewelbox in Ithaca, NY. We had gotten the opportunity to visit them twice there before deciding on the ring we chose. I had a great experience with them and recommend them completely to others considering Gelin Abaci.

The ring we decided on was the tr-182 style with modifications. 14K white gold, 6.5mm center stone, 4.5mm side stones (changed from 3mm diamonds). And most of all, NO pave diamonds on the band.

I thought the setting would be nice for others to see, as well as my review of Micky Roof. I hope this helps others considering tension rings.

 

[strawbearlyjamms]

second image

 

[strawbearlyjamms]

and a hand photo, for good measure...

I have TONS more if someone is actually interested...

 

[D&T]

Beautiful Ring, can you post a profile shot? I love tension set rings

 

[strawbearlyjamms]

Here is one on my hand...

 

[strawbearlyjamms]

and one on a white paper...

I was so excited to take photos of it on the day my fiance proposed, I didnt even think to wipe off smudges and clean it before photos... but hey, you get the idea... ;-]

 

[jaylex]

wow! that is so kool (I don''t think i''ve ever said that about a ring before! It''s a good thing.. trust me)
Very pretty and modern looking! you did a good job!

 

[Fly Girl]

Awesome ring. Love the sleek tension set look. Makes you wonder how it all works, doesn''t it?

Thanks for coming to show us your ring and congratulations on your engagement.

 

[Diamond*Dana]

WOW! That is a COOL ring, very pretty!

 

[jet2ks]

Gorgeous! I love G&A tension settings.

 

[poshpepper]

Wow, that is so COOL!!! I love the profile view, so fluid... congrats on your engagement and thanks for sharing the pics with us

 

[Dannielle]

Love the profile.. I bet it sparkles like crazy

 

[beechezz]

I agree with flygirl about HOW does it work? Just kidding! It''s incredibly beautiful and sleek. Thanks for showing it off!

 

[MMT]

So pretty

 

[geckodani]

Oh wow - I love how exposed your center stone is - it''s just floating! We''re definitely interested - bring on more pics! LOL!

 

[elle_chris]

I love it!

 

[princessplease]

Such a cool ring!!! Congrats!!!

 

[Luckyeshe]

That's such a unique ring! Awesome!! Congrats on the engagement!

 

[litebrite]

Congrats - the ring is beautiful and must maximize sparkle. I really like tension rings and wanted one but decided to be more pragmatic and go with a bezel since I''m such a klutz.

 

[Porridge]

Wow, amazing! I love how the metal reflects the underneath of the two side diamonds. That setting really lets the diamond take centre stage, it''s gorgeous.

 

[ckrickett]

GORGEOUS!!!

ad can I just say...LOVE that profile!

 

[diamondringlover]

That profile is amazing

 

[LD]

Date: 7/9/2009 6:31:19 AM
Author: beechezz
I agree with flygirl about HOW does it work? Just kidding! It''s incredibly beautiful and sleek. Thanks for showing it off!

There are tiny notches in the metalwork that the diamond slips into on each side then the tension does the rest of the work!

Fantastic ring strawbearlyjamms. I adore tension settings and love how the bottom of the central part of the setting is missing - really brilliant idea.

 

[04diamond<3]

Beautiful!!! Congrats! Your ring is stunning!!!

 

[PrincessPeach]

First of all, I LOOOOOVE Ithaca - I live about 45 mins from there. Lovely and peaceful place! My favorites are the gorges and Halsey House Bed and Breakfast

Second, I love your ring! Very unique, clean design!!

Congrats!

 

[Amethyste]

I looooooove tension settings...
Your ring is gorgeous!!!! Any idea for the w-band?

 

[dinamit]

Oh my god, that is just STUNNING! You lucky girl, enjoy!

 

[elisekelly]

I love the side view! the diamonds are floating!! I''ve always really liked tension set rings, yours is very nice!

 

[dinamit]

Oh, I forgot to ask what are the stats on your diamonds? They are beautiful. And, more photos please! You might want to post a few in ''show me your contemporary rings'' thread.

All the best,

D.

 

[torontogal]

Post more pictures please!! I LOVE tension settings with their clean modern looks but I''m too clumpsy to own one. I''m probably one of those people that knock the stone completely out of the setting and not even realize it.......