My OEC in a custom rose gold setting from OWD

[kellc]

I've been working on this project for a couple of months now, and am finally able to share! My fiance bought a 1.42 OEC on Diamond Bistro. It is L color, and I believe VVS2 clarity. I had previously contacted Adam at OWD about finding an old stone and designing a setting. Even though my fiance found the stone elsewhere, Adam still agreed to do the setting. I had done a little price comparison, and his estimate was the best. I'd previously worked with ERD and was really happy with them, but decided to try OWD this time.

I met with Adam and shared lots of photos of antique / vintage octagon settings, and also some buttercup settings. We did a few drawings as well, just on paper. I wanted a semi-bezel that would surround the diamond in a geometric shape, but leave as much of the stone exposed as possible. We went through a few rounds of CADs, mostly due to me changing my mind about certain things, and also due to me wanting the setting (particularly the basket) as simple and linear as possible.

These were the last CADs I got. I had asked for 4 struts on the basket, but once I saw it in the CAD, I knew it didn't work, and said to go ahead with 8 struts. You'll also notice the milgrain on the CAD. I was unsure whether I'd want to add it, and was told I could decide later.









Continued in next post where I can add more photos...

 

[kellc]

I wanted to post the CADs since I think it's always interesting to compare to the finished product. I must've driven Adam crazy with my worry that the setting would be very bulky. I sent him estimated measurements, like I wanted the band to be about 1.7-2mm, each strut to be 1mm, etc. etc. He assured me everything looks larger in the CAD, which I knew already, but it still worried me!

Anyway, I'm SO happy with my finished product. Once I saw it, I decided to skip the milgrain, because I liked the clean look. I may change my mind eventually, but for now I'm enjoying it as it is.

Just for reference, my ring size is 5.25, and the metal is 18k rose gold. Actually, somewhere along the line the ring was accidentally cast in 14k RG. It was pinker than I wanted, so Adam re-made it. He still has the 14k setting in case anyone is looking for something similar!










Now to find a wedding band to go with it! I had thought something delicate with diamonds, like a standard half-eternity, or the small round bezeled diamonds would be pretty with this. I even tried on a bunch of Single Stone diamond bands at Greenwich Jewelers (knowing they're more than I want to spend, but I thought I'd like the styling), but so far nothing looks right! Since the OEC setting is low, there's a gap between my e-ring and band, which I don't like - I think it distracts from the setting or something, and the distraction is worse when there's diamonds on the band.

Right now my top contender is the Single Stone half-rounded rose gold band with some engraving on it. It isn't what I had had in mind at all, and I don't know if i want to pay around $900 for it, but I think it looked like it fit. If you have suggestions of other band options, I'd appreciate it!

 

[kellc]

Last couple of pics got cut off!

 

[Acinom]

Your ring and diamond are stunning I love love love the old world charm in modern sauce. OWD has nailed it with this setting. The 8 prongs are such a stunning detail. Enjoy your 'new, with vintage vibe' ring

 

[purplesparklies]

Stunning! Really love it but I absolutely adore rose gold. My L is set in rose gold, as well. I may be interested in the pinker version, actually. What is the size of your stone in mm? I might have a sapphire that would work!

 

[ming]

I love your ring! I've been scoping all the bezels on PS trying to decide if it is my style. I love that yours is simple with a clean modern feel. I think the 8 struts is perfect!

 

[missy]

It's beautiful! And it looks perfect on your hand. Wear in health and happiness.

 

[arkieb1]

It looks great, I love the Rose gold!!!!

 

[kellc]

Stunning! Really love it but I absolutely adore rose gold. My L is set in rose gold, as well. I may be interested in the pinker version, actually. What is the size of your stone in mm? I might have a sapphire that would work!

Thank you! I don't know the dimensions off the top of my head, but I know it is a little over 7mm.

 

[WhoaNelly]

Love the setting and the diamond: they look gorgeous together. Thanks for sharing the CADs as well: I think you made the right choice re. number of struts and milgrain. And it looks beautiful on your hand!

 

[pandabee]

Very elegant! Looks both vintage and a touch modern at the same time.

 

[Fancygems]

So pretty!

 

[bright ice]

It turned out very well. I love the rose gold and the setting is very suitable to the diamond.

 

[alene]

That's a beautiful ring!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

So pretty!!! I vote for adding the milgrain, though!

 

[derbygal]

A fabulous OEC and a lovely setting. Congrats!

 

[lisa1802]

That is so pretty! It's so fun to see something unique like that It has the beautiful classic elements, but you made it a little different. It looks beautiful on your hand, and I just don't think you can beat rose gold with a warmer colored older cut! Great choices!

 

[LLJsmom]

Kelic, that rose gold shows off the diamond beautifully. Congratulations!

 

[yennyfire]

It is gorgeous! Congrats on your engagement!!

 

[redwood66]

That is just beautiful!

 

[woofmama]

I love your ring! That setting is so perfect Octagon settings are one of my favorite styles for OEC's. Your diamond is gorgeous too

 

[Ganesha]

Beautiful OEC and the octagonal RG setting is just perfect for it!

 

[lknvrb4]

Beautiful ring!

 

[thecat]

So beautiful!

 

[GemFever]

I love the simplicity of it, and that the diamond is protected. I kinda want this setting Beautiful ring!