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NTave » 19 Sep 2011 11:19
Background: This is a ring bought second hand off craigslist...for a really good price. I was very lucky to be scanning the adds at the right time! This is a Tacori #HT2326. Its my dream ring.The center stone is a AGS 000 1.19ct J SI1 RB Hearts & Arrows (brand Heart Star) 6.89-6.90 X 4.19, no fluor. 34.9 crown angle, 54 table, 43.2 pavillion, 60.8 total depth, thin to medium girdle. The side stones are both GIA .30 ct VS2, fine make each that come with the setting from Tacori. The setting is platinum, channel set melee on 3 sides with scalloping and milgrain going around the entire band. It has a total of 28 melee diamonds with .50 ct, for a total of 2.29 ctw.
I have another J colored stone and this one is icy white compared to it, because it is such a great cut. Anyway, Im thrilled, its perfect for me!

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-tacori-engagement-ring.165851/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-tacori-engagement-ring.165851/[/URL]

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Blackpaw » 17 Sep 2011 18:14
At last i get to post a SMTB thread, its my first and ive been on PS for years my lovely fiance proposed on Monday in Central Park in NYC

The ring is gorgeous, Ive taken a ton of pics but had to go quantity over quality as i discovered its not easy to photograph diamonds

Centre stone purchased from GOG:

Carat: 1.78ct EC
8.29 x 6.01 x 3.91
Colour: D
Clarity: VS2
Depth:65.1%
Table: 62%
Girdle: Slightly Thick to Thick
Culet: Small
Symmetry: Excellent
Polish: Excellent
Fluor: Medium

Setting and sidestones from Leon Mege:

Carat: .48 tcw tapered baguettes
Colour: not sure!
Clarity: VS1

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/blackpaws-emerald-cut-engagement-ring.165804/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/blackpaws-emerald-cut-engagement-ring.165804/[/URL]

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sjm » 24 Sep 2011 08:25
OK Ladies, As promised - hopefully my uploading will work! As most people say the pictures do not do justice to the ring in real life - it sparkles like crazy! I also feel like the pictures make it all look much darker that it really is. Nevertheless the stats are:

1.16
F
SI1 (The teeny tiny bubble that is apparently existent but beyond microscopic I can't find despite "knowing" where it is)
The setting is 18 karat white gold with about 0.63 CTW (G-H SI1) in the side and basket.
Ring size 7 Wide (which I think means 7. 1/8 but I am going to get it sized a bit bigger to 7.25 I think)

We got the ring custom made though it was based off a simon g ring we saw and liked. We went custom because it was going to cost about the same (maybe a smidgen more) but we got a much sturdier ring - he used a ton of gold, the ring is quite heavy especially if I think back to some of the designer ones I tried on in store.

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/60-signing-off.165995/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/60-signing-off.165995/[/URL]

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babooshka » 29 Sep 2011 14:43
Hi everyone

Finally I am able to post here, pics of my new e-ring, my original was damaged and my husband offered to get me a better one, one day, and, two and half years later, that day finally came - she sparkles like mad and i'm so proud to have her - we were meant to be together!

It was made at Graff, London and the centre stone is a pear 1.5 carat, D VS2, with two .35 side pears, in platinum (ring size 5.5).

I took advantage of the mini-heatwave we are experiencing in the UK and took some pics of it in the sunshine!

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-new-pear-replacement-e-ring.166380/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-new-pear-replacement-e-ring.166380/[/URL]

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Ossola » 03 Oct 2011 01:01
The backstory:

I lost my engagement ring almost a year ago, and so figuring we would be celebrating our 15th anniversary and a milestone birthday for me, we would replace it. I spent months educating myself via Pricescope and searching, and found the diamond I was looking for at Old World Diamonds.

Diamond specs:
GIA certified
Old Mine Brilliant
6.28 x 6.11 x 3.81
1.06 carat
H
VS2
Strong blue fluorescence

I saw Victor's name come up several times, all with glowing reviews of his work, his easy-going personality, and his accessibility. Based on the pictures of his work, and those reviews, I didn't consider anyone else.

The original inspiration for the ring was the Harry Winston, but I don't like a lot of metal showing. I figured if I was going to go with Victor Canera, I may as well go all out. I was enamoured with the shank on his Gabrielle ring and asked if that could be done along with a two sided pave halo (but rounded, and not at a right angle). He knew immediately the look I was going for, and I left the rest up to him. The ring is beyond anything I could have imagined, and Victor was a dream to work with. He kept me updated on the progress, and responded immediately to any questions I had, mostly within minutes of my email.

Here is a glamour shot that Victor sent me:

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-victor-canera-halo-solitaire-with-multi-row-pave.166542/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-victor-canera-halo-solitaire-with-multi-row-pave.166542/[/URL]

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roguegts » 04 Oct 2011 22:18
I wanted to thank everyone for the feedback during my cut discussions. We got this months ago but have been so busy I never thought to post the pictures.

Ended up with a Tiffany repro knife edge, 6 prong head in platinum.

Holding a GIA triple ex, 1.7 RB, VS1 H color. She is still in awe after months and I am as well. Still haven't had time or patience to setup some lighting and take some proper DSLR shots, but these from her phone still make it look pretty good. In the pic the ring is a size 4.5, so that might scale things a bit, but all the better it looks huge on her finger

Thanks again for everyones help. If anyone wants the price details or where I got it please PM, I would like to keep that somewhat private.

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/her-beautiful-solitaire.166642/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/her-beautiful-solitaire.166642/[/URL]

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HeatherL » 08 Oct 2011 20:39
Just wanted to post a couple of pics of my new stone. As I shared with dreamer as she was deciding between her RB and AVC, I upgraded from a 1.32 J VS2 RB to my new 1.73 K VS2 AVC. I love yellow gold and chunkier shanks so that is how she is set. I've been lusting after an AVC for quite some time, so I'm super excited to finally say that I now own one. A special thanks to Marie at GOG as she was soooo patient and understanding in my journey to finally get my new diamond. I highly recommend GOG, they are great!!! Also another special thanks to D&T who also posts on PS, she has been an absolute doll and has provided tons of help...I couldn't ask for a better friend.

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-upgrade-1-73-k-vs2-avc.166792/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-upgrade-1-73-k-vs2-avc.166792/[/URL]

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OrchidVee » 14 Dec 2011 16:35


Sorry I haven't been able to upload more pictures of my ring until now. My semester just ended, so I can finally be calm again and have a life (even it is only for 3.5 weeks)!! So, here are a few more pictures of my ring. I still can't seem to get a good picture, but I tried. There is a hand shot and then my best attempt at "artistic" ones. Hopefully you will get the idea!! Just to give you the specs again (the ones I know anyway): 1.01 carats center diamond; 3/8 carats on the band; G SI1 (eye clean), size 6.5

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mom2boys » 20 Jan 2012 20:16
Well, here it is! My Victor Canera Dual Shank Halo Solitaire in platinum! Each individual shank is 1.7 mm and the halo itself is 1.4 mm, all hand forged. It is composed of 0.85 ctw of single cut diamond melee--I think the single cuts complement my 1.9 ct RB diamond rather well!

This ring also sits flush w/ my other diamond pave eternity bands. It's possible to wear them all together for a more bling bling effect!

It was definitely a pleasure working w/ Victor once again! He is very personable and a true artisan of his craft! I hope to collaborate w/ him on many more projects in the future!

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-victor-canera-dual-shank-halo-solitaire.170880/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-victor-canera-dual-shank-halo-solitaire.170880/[/URL]
 

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SweetAsscher » 21 Jan 2012 05:22
Hi everyone! I'm uber excited that I finally got my upgrade and I think my husband is tired of hearing me gush, so it's PS time!!

This is my new upgrade. I previously had a .88 Satr129 which I adored, but I happened upon this stone at an affordable price for the the size and decided to go for it!! I had it set in the exact same style setting except in platinum this time instead of 14k.


Specs:
Solasfera
1.64 ct
7.65mm x 7.67mm x 4.62
K
I1 (!?)
Ring size 7
(I like my rings a tiny bit loose)


I love this diamond! It certainly has a different look than my Star129 , but the size makes up for it.
It has so much fire! I can hardly believe it's a K. I can see tint if I'm looking for it and if it's upside down against a white background but tinted is not what you think when you look at it. It looks very white to my eye, but I also don't have another stone to compare against. Face up next to a CZ it might have a touch of warmth, but the sparkles are kind of distracting and hide it well. I know that when I first opened the box I thought it looked silvery vs yellow.
Also!! It's eye clean! Even knowing where the most prominent inclusion is, I can't see it without the loupe unless I look very hard from about 3 inches away, under different lighting and moving it around for several minutes. Perhaps in the future I may send it in to be re-graded though I'm not sure how that would benefit me....

I have lots of picture, but these were all taken inside at night under incandescent lighting so maybe not the best, and it looks way more tinted in the photos than in person for some reason.
Hope you enjoy!

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/solasfera-1-6-k-i1-upgrade-finally-set.170895/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/solasfera-1-6-k-i1-upgrade-finally-set.170895/[/URL]
 

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hawaiianorangetree » 21 Jan 2012 05:31
First off I would like to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who posted in my RT thread for all of your help and support. This ring wouldn't have turned out so well without you.

I am very happy with how it turned out. It looks beautiful on my hand and i i can't wait to show you!

Backstory: This is a reset of my engagement ring wich was a 1.05ct RB solitaire. I loved yssies 3 stone and it was her ring that was the inspiration for this design. Thank you yssie. This ring is now my engagement and wedding ring combined to be worn on its own.

Specs: Center stone is a GIA XXX 1.05ct F SI1 round diamond.
2 AGS Ideal BGD .423ct F SI1
2 uncert .20ct F VS diamonds.

The total is a hairs breath away from 2.3ctw on a size 4 finger in a platinum trellis setting made by BGD.

Ok onto the photos! I must appologise in advance for the sheer number of them! I was using a new camera today and it didn't look like the photos were working too well so i kept taking more, It turns out they weren't too bad after all.

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/5-stone-graduated-trellis-from-bgd.170896/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/5-stone-graduated-trellis-from-bgd.170896/[/URL]
 

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fosure » 20 Jan 2012 21:15
Finally after over a year of searching on this forum and saving my $$ the time has come! Steven sent me the email this afternoon of the finished product. Hope to have it ASAP. Please give me your feedback good or bad. Here is the story...I think mid march of 2011 I purchased a little over a 1 ct cushion, specifically an Old Mine Cut diamond from good old gold. Then the search for the perfect setting started. I went from a simple solitaire setting to Halo then to this BLINGY Halo that I should have soon! I think it was well worth my patience and thanks to Steven for working his magic. Hope to hear from you all.

....now to plan to the proposal!

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/finally-steven-kirsch-halo.170885/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/finally-steven-kirsch-halo.170885/[/URL]
 

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diamond-girl » 16 Jan 2012 00:41
I'll take more pictures and post them when I can. I won't have the chance to do it till Wednesday. This picture was taken with the Iphone so obviously, it doesn't do the ring justice. The diamond is a K VS2 with AGS 0,0,0 proportions.

2ct AVC
Victora Canera

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/victor-canera-august-vintage-cushion-engagement-ring.170669/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/victor-canera-august-vintage-cushion-engagement-ring.170669/[/URL]
 

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janetjoan64 » 13 Jan 2012 22:34
Got my new stone and revamped setting today. per diamondseekers suggestion I got rid of the 6 prong and went for a 4 prong and set the diamond a tad lower. This really upgraded the whole look of the ring . I am FINALLY content with my diamond purchase and cant believe the difference in color in my previous I color and this one with medium fluorescence. this one faces up so nice and white. Please forgive the terrible pics.

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/1-72-vs2-i-with-medium-fl.170599/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/1-72-vs2-i-with-medium-fl.170599/[/URL]
 

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My Greenish-Grayish Yellow 1.04 ct center stone, surrounded by two smaller stones (0.20.each?). Center stone purchased on eBay, side stones purchased at Costco.

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Begonia » 11 Oct 2011 16:56
I've been meaning to take photos of my ring for so long now - just one darn thing after another. Anyway, after reading about Quaddio's situation, I finally dug out the camera. Poor camera and limited skills, but you get the idea. Anway, 1.10 VS1 H, with Very Good symmetry and polish, and no fluor. Stock unplated 18 kt WG bezel setting. It fits my unfrilly jeans lifestyle perfectly. Hope you like
 

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MelSyd1302 » 16 Jan 2012 23:17
Hi everyone!

Long time lurker but now finally able to post my own bling! Trawling through this forum for information helped me immensely with my first custom project! I went with Victor Canera for this project, he is amazing to work with and great with communication.
The ring features a centre 2ct pink spinel by Jeff White and two F-VS trapezoid diamonds flanking the centre stone, hand forged in platinum.

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/victor-canera-three-stone-ring.170718/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/victor-canera-three-stone-ring.170718/[/URL]
 

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camillerose » 22 Jan 2012 15:45
Hi everyone, I'm new here but LOVING the great pics and helpful info that everyone is posting! Now that I just got engaged, I can't resist sharing pics...

Here is my new e-ring - a Maevona Jura two-tone setting with platinum shank and 18k rose gold basket. It truly lets the light into the diamond and really sparkles from every angle! When I first opened the box, I was a little worried about the prongs being too thin, but after doing a little research and looking at all the fantastic pics on PS I feel like they are perfect. Not too dainty and not too bulky. I really love Maevona's work. I must have tried on every single style in the Scottish Islands collection. So pretty!

The rose gold basket **REALLY** makes the stone pop white and bright.

Here are the stone specs:
1.74 ct Round Brilliant
H Color
SI2
7.58 - 7.61 x 4.82 mm
Table: 58%
Depth: 63.5%
Crown Angle: 36.5
Size 6.5

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-new-maevona-e-ring.170943/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-new-maevona-e-ring.170943/[/URL]
 

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fuz » 25 Jan 2012 16:34
Just received it the day after Christmas, when he proposed in Mykonos,Greece during our vacation!

Tiffany Platinum Bezet Round, 1.82 ct, H, vvs2
my finger is size 4.25
 

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sarahbee123 » 22 Jan 2012 15:14
Hi there!

Here's the specs on my current diamond: I, VVS2, 1.24 carats
 

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MrsDrP » 23 Jan 2012 09:16
My brand new fiancé gave me this gorgeous ring over the weekend. I picked out the loose stone and the setting a few months ago, but this is the first time I have seen them together and I am completely in love!!!

The setting and diamond are by Henri Daussi, and the halo part of the setting was made to fit around the diamond perfectly. No gaps and no spaces.The setting is 18kt palladium WG, rhodium plated, and 0.60ctw. The diamonds end at 4 and 8 o'clock.

I don't know the exact specs on the center stone because the certificate is still with the appraiser. But from what I can remember it is G/VS1. I think the diamond is around 1 ct. I'll post back with the corrected specs if I need to.

The diamond is very interesting, but unfortunately I haven't been able to get a good picture of it yet. I'm going to try a photo shoot with a real camera later on. It is a cushion, but it has step cuts in it like an emerald or a criss-cut.

I can't say enough how much I adore this ring! They did such a good job on it!! They did everything I asked and set the diamond nice and high for me. The setting itself is high too so that I can pair almost any wedding band with it that I want.

My ring size is 4.5 for reference!

I apologize if the pictures are sideways....I'm still trying to figure this whole mac thing out.

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/henri-daussi-cushion-halo-e-ring.170979/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/henri-daussi-cushion-halo-e-ring.170979/[/URL]
 

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OCmom3xboys » 24 Jan 2012 20:35
As many of you know, I got my e-ring before I discoverd PScope. Admiring all of the beautiful rings here, I started to dislike my ring. I want bigger, different shape, better cut, etc. My husband and I have always talking about upgrading from a 2ct to a 3 ct or maybe even bigger someday...so I have been drooling over all of these monsterous cushion cut rings here, I love, love bebe's ring and yennie's old ring. After being married 7 years and having kids, we just purchase a much bigger home and a bigger diamond is not in the budget right now.

Just before the holidays, I stopped by my jeweler to have my rings cleaned and the same time, a lady was picking up her new ring. It was a halo princess cut with traps on the side...wow! I really liked it, she let me try it on and I loved it. I couldn't stop thinking about it...so much that I had to have that ring.

It's been 6 weeks and look what I got!

My original princess - 2.01 G color
.30 traps on each side
5 rows pave
platinum
ring size 5 3/4 (since the band is thicker than my e-ring, I had it made 1/2 size bigger sizing beads)

I apologize for the not so great photos, I have a new DSLR camera and I haven't yet learned how to use it for macro photos. And for the handshots, iPhone photos will have to do for now.

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-princess-got-a-new-setting.171058/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-princess-got-a-new-setting.171058/[/URL]
 

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WadeWilson » 29 Jan 2012 13:00
I'll have to be back when she says I do, and have a picture of her wearing it!!! Thanks for the time everyone puts in on these forums.

Glad I finally found the right diamond on Blue Nile after dealing with local jewelers showing me subpar diamonds for too much money.

1.00 carat, GIA graded I color, VS2 clarity, Very Good cut grade. (Per Facetware may have been an excellent cut if the girdle was 4% instead.)
(I can't see any noticeable inclusions at all, even with a 10x loupe, I'm very happy about that.)

Excellent polish and symmetry, none culet, strong blue fluorescence.
Medium - slightly thick faceted (4.5%), 57% table, 62.7% depth.
2.0 on the Holloway Cut Advisor.
Center diamond dimensions are 6.32 - 6.37 x 3.98 mm.


[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/finally-found-the-right-engagement-ring.171260/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/finally-found-the-right-engagement-ring.171260/[/URL]
 

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Crowned » 29 Jan 2012 23:35
So... she said "yes"! And... I caught it on camera.

On our anniversary we planned on going to a park and using a camera and a tripod to take some fun photos of ourselves. Since I'll be out of town for our actual anniversary I convinced her to do it a couple days in advance.

Once we got to the park, I set up the camera and used her for a test shot in several different locations. Once I found a spot we liked I set the tripod up and connected the intervalometer to the camera. I set the timer to take a photo every second until I stopped it.

Now for the details of the ring. I worked with Victor Canera to create this beauty. The stone details:

1.39 H SI1
GIA certified
Triple Ex

It's really hard to capture the beauty, but here is my attempt:

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/1-39-ct-victor-canera-emilya-halo.171276/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/1-39-ct-victor-canera-emilya-halo.171276/[/URL]
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StacylikesSparkles » 31 Jan 2012 17:49 On Saturday, SO asked me to spend the rest of my life with him. Not only am I blessed enough to be marrying the most amazing man, but he presented me with the most gorgeous ring!

GIA 1.07 K VS1 Asscher
Depth: 61.6
Table: 67
Polish Excellent
Symmetry: Excellent
Girdle: medium to slightly thick
Measurements: 5.85*5.83*3.59
Culet: NO

The setting is a custom platinum setting from JamesAllen.com made by Danhov. I am completely in love with this ring and have gotten TONS of compliments on the band! I could not be more pleased!

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/im-engaged-my-custom-twist-setting-from-jamesallen-com.171325/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/im-engaged-my-custom-twist-setting-from-jamesallen-com.171325/[/URL]
 

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diamondseeker2006 » 01 Feb 2012 13:06
Long story short, I found a diamond I was interested in when searching for someone else on Rocky Talky. I had Jonathan at Good Old Gold call it in for me so he could analyze the cut for me, as well as check out the strong blue fluorescence. My original 1 ct. diamond had med. blue which I didn't even know was there for 25 years, so I was not afraid to check out a stone with SBF since they can be a good buy. And in fact, I think it is an amazing natural feature that should command a premium (in stones with no negative effects), not a discount! I was worried because this diamond was not as technically perfect as my 1.6 H&A stone, but after viewing Jon's video, I just couldn't see a difference. It is a GIA Ex/Ex/Ex and is a 1.58 G VS1. It is just a tiny bit smaller than the 1.63 which is actually perfect since I really wanted close to 1.5 when I first started looking. So when I decided to switch to this stone, I also changed to the Vatche U-113 which is the best Tiffany repro available today, in my opinion. the diamond is set at a medium height and is not too low or too high. I considered the best version at the time when I got the Leon, but I didn't love it enough to choose it at that time. I am glad I waited because I am sure I'd be changing again! I hope you never see me on here again changing my e-ring! I think the classic Tiffany is the best for me, and I can now enjoy thinking about other projects! My primary wedding band will still be the Tiffany Legacy 2mm, but I am open to another band for variety! Sorry I am not a good diamond photographer...diamonds are always SO much more beautiful in person!

I do need to thank Jonathan for his infinite patience with me! He is just one special guy! And many thanks to Lynda who helped me with the setting, and the whole staff at GOG, too!

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/new-1-58-g-vs1-from-gog-in-vatche-u-113-tiffany-repro.171351/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/new-1-58-g-vs1-from-gog-in-vatche-u-113-tiffany-repro.171351/[/URL]
 

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GemFever » 02 Feb 2012 16:39
I'm so grateful to PS for being awesome in general, but in particular for directing my FI and me toward GOG and the AVC! I love my ering so much

Last May, FI and I drove 5 hours from DC to New York to visit the store and check out these beauties. By hour 4.5 we were tired and starting to think that maybe it was a silly idea... and then we got to GOG and saw the diamond. WOW. Batteries instantly recharged Even standing in traffic for an hour just to get out of the city on the way back didn't spoil our mood. And, without further ado --

1.11 L VVS2 AVC set in an 18K yellow gold setting that we found at GOG on that same trip. Ring size 5. The prongs look really industrial (can't see in this pic), so I think I'll upgrade the setting at some point, but definitely still in yellow gold. Maybe bezel
 

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Resonance.Of.Life » 05 Feb 2012 03:25
The ring arrived this morning and I was so estatic!

Diamond Stats:
1.07 AVC J I1 (eye-clean except for that I can see the feather in certain lighting if I stick my face 3 inches away from the diamond, which won't happen on a regular basis >:P )
6.18 X 6.10 mm

Ring Stats:
Rose Gold (14k for a pinker tone) and platinum for the gallery and shank.
Size 4.25 (to accommodate for stacking rings) but really am a 3.5


I must really thank Erica for putting up with the PITA that I am .. changing the CADs about a bazillion times and pestering her with endless questions and concerns. Jewels by Erica Grace provided excellent service and my fiance and I are totally enamored with the setting!



[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/its-finally-here-my-avc-in-a-bella-halo-by-jbeg.171476/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/its-finally-here-my-avc-in-a-bella-halo-by-jbeg.171476/[/URL]

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