And now for something a little different from DK! Sculptural setting in 18k antique gold

[CHRISTY-DANIELLE]

I have resolved to finally set more of my colored stones this year.

My latest was inspired by an antique ring. A very unique and sculptural setting. And I had them cast it in 18k antique gold. The color is incredibly rich- looks like even higher carat gold. I'll include a side by side of it with 18k (royal) yg & 18k rose gold to show the difference.
I bought this beautiful cushiony oval zircon last summer from Mastercut gems.


DK pulled this off in 2 cads. (The 2nd was just minor adjustments.)


And here she is on my hand:




Here's the side by side of the 3 flavors of 18k:

 

[CHRISTY-DANIELLE]

In case anyone is curious, here's the inspiration ring:

 

[springerspaniel]

@CHRISTY-DANIELLE, this is a work of art! I saw it on DK's IG page and fell in love!

 

[FL_runner]

Oh my goodness I love this setting! Beautiful details and the yellow gold is so perfect for the stone! It seems like a Queen in the 1800s would wear this!

 

[CHRISTY-DANIELLE]

@CHRISTY-DANIELLE, this is a work of art! I saw it on DK's IG page and fell in love!

Thank you, DK did a great job!

 

[CHRISTY-DANIELLE]

Here's a few more:

 

[Niel]

I love his antique gold it’s hard to portray in photos just how stark the difference is irl.

 

[CHRISTY-DANIELLE]

I love his antique gold it’s hard to portray in photos just how stark the difference is irl.

I took a gamble as I wanted a richer yellow gold. And man! This is rich! Truly like old gold.

 

[Tinkybell]

Wow! I love everything about this ring! Congrats!

 

[Niel]

I took a gamble as I wanted a richer yellow gold. And man! This is rich! Truly like old gold.

Not to hijack but here’s a dk 18k gold , a dk antique 18k gold, and a true antique 22k gold band.

 

[SparklieBug]

My latest was inspired by an antique ring. A very unique and sculptural setting. And I had them cast it in 18k antique gold. The color is incredibly rich- looks like even higher carat gold. I'll include a side by side of it with 18k (royal) yg & 18k rose gold to show the difference.

Your ring is absolutely gorgeous, @CHRISTY-DANIELLE! What is the difference in the 18kt antique gold? What makes it appear this color? I adore it, especially with the blue zircon color. What a fab combo!

 

[CHRISTY-DANIELLE]

Not to hijack but here’s a dk 18k gold , a dk antique 18k gold, and a true antique 22k gold band.

Yes! That's exactly what I was thinking- it looks like 22k yg!

 

[CHRISTY-DANIELLE]

Your ring is absolutely gorgeous, @CHRISTY-DANIELLE! What is the difference in the 18kt antique gold? What makes it appear this color? I adore it, especially with the blue zircon color. What a fab combo!

18k YG comes in a variety of shades. I believe DK normally uses 18kyg in the color Royal. This is a different shade. It's beautiful!

 

[maita13]

This is just buttery delish, @CHRISTY-DANIELLE

 

[Kim N]

Wow, the colors are something else! Simply gorgeous.

 

[Neptune]

Like it came out of the Court Chapel in the Würzburg Residence...a splendid view.

 

[Mreader]

It’s is gorgeous! It looks 22-24k!!! You and DK - always knocking it out of the park!!

 

[ItsMainelyYou]

I am crazy about this ring, and the antique gold mix is hitting my brain like this add the zircon and I'm dying.

 

[lulu_ma]

Beautiful! Looks fit for a queen!

 

[RunningwithScissors]

Wow, what extraordinary workmanship on that ring! Looks like a ring made for a fairy princess. Enjoy!

 

[oncrutchesrightnow]

That is gorgeous and so creative.

 

[rcjtraveler]

Absolutely stunning! The color and detail in that setting are amazing. Wear it in good health!

 

[canuk-gal]

HI:

Really lovely.

cheers--Sharon

 

[Ally T]

Wow! This is SO striking!

The rich gold is perfect for that stone & makes it glow - it's so unusual!

If I ever saw it in real life I would A. Immediately know it was you & B. Fawn all over it!

 

[tyty333]

This is gorgeous! Is this all cast? I love whatever style they call this. Really beautiful with the gold color and the blue of the stone!

 

[lovedogs]

Wow, this is so unique and lovely !!

 

[mrs-b]

<joining the throng of people rushing from 18kt over to 18kt antique gold>

This is gorgeous, @CHRISTY-DANIELLE! The design is just lovely and the color combo is really eye-catching! I love it!

Congratulations on creating something outside the box - beautiful!

 

[prs]

@CHRISTY-DANIELLE The absolute Queen of Zircons!!!

I bow down in admiration.

 

[SaltedCaramel]

Wow! The zircon, setting, and gold color are all amazing! Congrats on your new piece!

 

[lovedogs]

Not to hijack but here’s a dk 18k gold , a dk antique 18k gold, and a true antique 22k gold band.

This comparison is sooo helpful. I have an idea for a band I want from him, and it will be perfect in the 18k antique. Thanks for sharing this!