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Vintage engagement ring - Before and after

coriandrum

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Hi all,

I've been lurking for information and inspiration during the process of having my engagement ring - an inheritance from my grandmother - altered to fit my taste and lifestyle. Now that the process is complete, I would love people's thoughts on the alterations I settled on. I was really trying to simplify and tone down the ring without completely losing the style and qualities that make it distinctive. Basically, I wanted to honor my grandmother's taste and have a ring that reflect my slightly more understated aesthetic. I'd love to know what people think of the finished product.

The center diamond is about .8 carats (G, VS-1) and is bead set with a halo of 11 round diamonds. The crown is platinum, but the band is white gold because I'm on a budget!

The original ring is posted here: https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-vintage-engagement-ring-the-before-shot.142575/

Thanks,
Coriandrum

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kelpie

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It''s beautiful! I must be so comforting to have such a sweet memento of your grandmother. The re-work turned out lovely.
 

KittyGolightly

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Beautiful! I really like the profile.
 

cushionladyESQ

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Your grandmother''s ring was unique and interesting...but I''m glad you were able to rework the setting into something modern that you love!

Congratulations on your engagement. Your ering is very lovely.
 

chiquitapet

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Gorgeous!!! Love the profile!!
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nice ice

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Looks huge...and perfect on you
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very lovely
 

lknvrb4

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Love the profile.
 

Natylad

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L o v e l y !!!
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luv2sparkle

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lovely!
 

vespergirl

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It''s really beautiful. I love how you altered it without losing the original essence of the ring.
 

Bella_mezzo

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that is GORGEOUS!!! congrats!!!
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Lisa Loves Shiny

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Absolutley beautiful!
 

marcy

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Very pretty.
 

PumpkinPie

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a great compromise- it looks fabulous :) enjoy it!
 

oddoneout

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Great design.
 

stci

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Beautiful! Great job!
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Tuckins1

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Very pretty! It still looks like the original, but in a more understated way. Great job!
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lweber

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This is a great example of remaking but not losing the original. The original was quite pretty. However, your update to the design is really nice. Your grandmother would be proud of your ring. It must be wonderful to have something of hers for something so special.

Enjoy!
 

motownmama

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VERY pretty! What year did your grandmother get married?
 

zoebartlett

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It''s SO pretty, and I also LOVE the profile!
 

legra

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It turned out just lovely and still retains the feel of your grandmother''s original ring. Congrats!
 

ckrickett

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so pretty
 

tyty333

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Thats a great makeover. Before it was somewhat heavy looking...now more feminine. Good job!
 

princessplease

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Stunning!!!!
 

Luckyeshe

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It looks perfect on your finger!! Gorgeous ring!!
 

beezygal

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she''s a beauty...

it looks like your grandmother''s ring.. but.. more modern...
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