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Brilliant_Rock
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I was going to wait until the entire project is completed and the piece is in my hands before posting pictures, but some new shots arrived in my inbox today and I don't think it's fair to hold off any longer. Special thanks to faegrace and bright ice for pointing me in the right direction.
First, Jeff's shots:
Initially, Jeff did not think that the rough was deep enough for some of his square cushion designs, and I was also open to a more rectangular cut. But after he preformed the rough he recommended this cut as the best option. The design is very deep ... ~90%.
And now, today's new shots:
I have no idea who's photos are more accurate for color as I have not seen the stone in person yet, but I think my SO should be happy with either rendition or any of the variations in between.
Now for the bad news. I originally planned to put the aqua in a bezel pendant, but Brian has advised that there's a pretty high chance of damage during the setting process, given the steep pavilion and thin girdle in some spots. Brian suggests using 4 split claw prongs instead.
Any ideas/suggestions on how to set the stone?
First, Jeff's shots:
Initially, Jeff did not think that the rough was deep enough for some of his square cushion designs, and I was also open to a more rectangular cut. But after he preformed the rough he recommended this cut as the best option. The design is very deep ... ~90%.
And now, today's new shots:
I have no idea who's photos are more accurate for color as I have not seen the stone in person yet, but I think my SO should be happy with either rendition or any of the variations in between.
Now for the bad news. I originally planned to put the aqua in a bezel pendant, but Brian has advised that there's a pretty high chance of damage during the setting process, given the steep pavilion and thin girdle in some spots. Brian suggests using 4 split claw prongs instead.
Any ideas/suggestions on how to set the stone?