Indigoblue Introduction

[indigoblue]

Well, I was a happy camper until I found you guys a few weeks ago. I'd just bought a sparkly 2 ct oval tanzanite ring off eBay and was looking for another setting to use the stone as an engagement ring. Although you have helped me learn terminology for what I want (ering, semi or half bezel setting, east-west orientation), I've also learned that my stone cannot be cleaned in an ultrasonic cleaner, (and someone even said that I shouldn't expose it to WATER!), it's deficient in saturation, and it has a window the size of Texas!

But I'm flexible and have decided that perhaps a color-change sapphire might better suit my needs. Probably something oval in the 2 ct range but maybe smaller because I want to wear it with a wide band (long fingers). I am thoroughly enjoying reading and learning from your posts and looking at all of the bling. Please allow me to make an occasional comment as I continue to lurk. I have a few other rings (1.5 ct diamond, 2 ct sapphire, 2 ct ruby), but they are from my first marriage and are no longer worn. They will go to my kids.

There's no hurry finding my ering stone and setting. He hasn't proposed yet (we are in our 60s), but when he does, I plan to be ready, thanks to all of you!

 

[chrono]

Hello and welcome to Pricescope. So glad we "saved" you from damaging your new tanzanite ring in the ultrasonic. Thank you for not being afraid to speak up and all comments are welcome. Do not be afraid to ask anything as many of us take some answers for granted, not fully explaining it properly. Most of all, enjoy your time here.

 

[LD]

Welcome Indigoblue

I'm glad you've found us and are enjoying the posts. Join in whenever you want and remember that NO question is daft. We all had to start learning somewhere! You've already started that learning process and have analysed your Tanzanite so you know what to look for in future (although I'm sorry that Texas Tanzanite hasn't turned out to be what you thought - you should see some of the shockers that we all bought when we started out so you're in good company)! As a rule, it's best to keep the majority of gemstones (apart from diamonds and sapphires/rubies) away from water unless you're cleaning them and then only use tepid water. Tanzanites are prone to thermal shock so very cold or hot water might have an adverse reaction. Having said that, Emeralds can crack with hot water also. As a rule, I would say not to use an ultrasonic for anything other than diamonds.

I have lots of "themes" in my collection but colour changers are a particular passion of mine so I can't wait to see when you start your journey to find your e-ring!

 

[minousbijoux]

Welcome and congrats on finding a soulmate at this stage of your life - it gives some others of us hope!

 

[JewelFreak]

Indigoblue is a great handle for a sapphire lover. So happy you're looking for an engagement ring, even sort of pending. Please pipe up any time you have comments or questions. If you ever feel like it, we'd also love to see photos of your rings-in-waiting for your kids. Happy New Year.

--- Laurie

 

[NKOTB]

Hi!

Well, I've been around for a year and a half, and just learned something new from this thread, so thank you! It can get tricky as we get picky (new PS slogan? ), but it sounds like you're a fast learner, so the curve might be shorter and cheaper for you. How nice to be looking forward to a proposal! I'll start keeping an eye for a CC sapphire just in case, but please let us know when you're ready for a full-fledged search.

And I, too, like your handle.

 

[indigoblue]

Thanks to all for the warm welcome. I've already started looking at the vendors' web sites for my sapphire. If anyone sees something fabulous, let me know.

My learning curve is still quite steep. You have sooooo much information here. I got 11 out of 12 correct answers on the diamond quiz (at wiki???), but getting my brain to stop saying Red Blood Cell whenever I see RBC has been very difficult.

 

[LD]

Thanks to all for the warm welcome. I've already started looking at the vendors' web sites for my sapphire. If anyone sees something fabulous, let me know.

My learning curve is still quite steep. You have sooooo much information here. I got 11 out of 12 correct answers on the diamond quiz (at wiki???), but getting my brain to stop saying Red Blood Cell whenever I see RBC has been very difficult.

Diamonds are easie peasie to buy - coloured gemstones are a whole different ball game I'm afraid! We often see the lovely folk from Rocky Talky popping in here and fancying a bit of colour and invariably end up saying "I hadn't realised buying a coloured gemstone would be so difficult/different from buying a diamond". It takes lots of time and patience I'm afraid. Each species has it's own foibles so it's good that you've decided on what you want because that narrows the learning down!

 

[chrono]

LD is right again. If you think diamond buying is difficult, coloured stones are more so because they are so hard to find (ones that meet your specification). Each gem type has certain things to look out for, then there's the gamut of colours to contend with. It can be incredibly thrilling though, so try to have fun during your search.0

 

[indigoblue]

OK, if you guys are going to help me pick out a new stone, I need some practice posting pictures. After one false start, I'll try again. Hope this works.

JewelFreak graciously asked to see the rings I'm saving for my kids. Let's start with the 2 carat tanzanite with the window. If this works, I'll try to upload a few more tomorrow.

 

[indigoblue]

I'm on a roll. Let me go ahead and post these mainly for the practice. No comments are necessary. I know these aren't PS quality. That's why I'm here. I want something spectacular.

side view of tanzanite.


2 carat sapphire


1.? ruby (at least that's what the ex said it was)


Th-Th-Th-That's all folks!

 

[chrono]

Your picture taking skills are impressive for a first timer! Now that you've got the detail and clarity (sharpness and focus) down pat, are you able to capture the colour accurately or is it off from what you see in person?

 

[indigoblue]

I need to compare them to the pictures again. The front views are fairly accurate. I took those last night with incandescent lighting. It was my first time using macro. And I bought the cutest little tripod. It is just a screw that sits on three 1.5 inch legs. Works great with the 10 second delay to avoid vibrations. Now I need some daylight shots. This is challenging.