#JOTW Show me your solitaires please!

[Roxy]

I love coming back and seeing the updates to this thread, how fun!!

Gosh, I know halos are all the rage (and they're gorgeously blingy ) but there's something about a solitaire!!! I hope more will post pics of their sparklies so we can enjoy.

 

[LLJsmom]

Thought I'd add my oec/VC
https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/oec-in-van-craeynest.198840/

MakingTheGrade, your bezel is so dreamy...

 

[jeweluv]

LLJsmom, thanks for starting this thread! We received our MRB this month and I'm already drooling over PSers 2carat+ OEC! Push gift?

As for my new solitaire, was extremely skeptical about a J color but when we opened the ring box, I was awestruck by the whiteness and sparkliness of my pretty ring. Here's a shot with arrows reflecting the white of my cellphone.

 

[LLJsmom]

LLJsmom, thanks for starting this thread! We received our MRB this month and I'm already drooling over PSers 2carat+ OEC! Push gift?

As for my new solitaire, was extremely skeptical about a J color but when we opened the ring box, I was awestruck by the whiteness and sparkliness of my pretty ring. Here's a shot with arrows reflecting the white of my cellphone.

Jeweluv, that is one GORGEOUS solitaire. We need more pics of that baby on its own SMTB thread!! And the.back story too please!

 

[Polished]

Polished, I never really clicked with the MM setting until i saw your ring. Now I love it, especially the shape of the stone that these prongs create. I looked at his website and too bad logistics is too difficult for me to get that setting, I dont think any diamond setter here in Oz can shape the prongs the way Mark could. Anyway, I love both of your sets !

Thank you Daisyoz, I've only just seen the comment you left. I'm from Australia too - I don't think anyone here in Oz could shape the band quite the way Mark does either - I simply marvel at the particular curve he achieves. I got my diamond through GOG which then gives you the added bonus of easy access to these wonderful ring designers - Vatche and Mark Morrell. I couldn't be happier. I think your dainty Vatche Felicity with your beautiful diamond looks superb.

 

[Amour_Et_Diamants]

MakingTheGrade- I'm in LOVE with your Bezel!'

 

[MarionC]

I've had this set in a vault for two years. Thanks to PS the diamond no longer looks too big to wear and I've had it sized to fit. My Dad bought this set for my Mom at Tiffany's on their 30th anniversary in NYC. Before that she didn't wear a diamond, just a plain band : ) That was the old days... She waited 30 years to get her diamond! They married as teenagers and were in love their whole lives.

 

[hathalove]

I've had this set in a vault for two years. Thanks to PS the diamond no longer looks too big to wear and I've had it sized to fit. My Dad bought this set for my Mom at Tiffany's on their 30th anniversary in NYC. Before that she didn't wear a diamond, just a plain band : ) That was the old days... She waited 30 years to get her diamond! They married as teenagers and were in love their whole lives.

Ummm hello! You most certainly should be wearing this!

 

[hathalove]

Thought I'd add my oec/VC
https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/oec-in-van-craeynest.198840/

MakingTheGrade, your bezel is so dreamy...

I agree!

 

[MarionC]

[/quote] Ummm hello! You most certainly should be wearing this![/quote]

funny.
yes, I'm beginning to appreciate it more as a wearable thing, but my heart will always be with "my" diamonds that I've found & obsessed over since joining PS.

 

[hathalove]

Love mine

Can't decide if I should just wear with a plain band or buy a new diamond band that compliments it. Kind of like the plainness

*edited. Didn't like the second photo upside down.

 

[MarionC]

Love mine

Can't decide if I should just wear with a plain band or buy a new diamond band that compliments it. Kind of like the plainness

*edited. Didn't like the second photo upside down.

Just beautiful! I can see why you are so happy.

 

[MissGotRocks]

I've had this set in a vault for two years. Thanks to PS the diamond no longer looks too big to wear and I've had it sized to fit. My Dad bought this set for my Mom at Tiffany's on their 30th anniversary in NYC. Before that she didn't wear a diamond, just a plain band : ) That was the old days... She waited 30 years to get her diamond! They married as teenagers and were in love their whole lives.

Ummm hello! You most certainly should be wearing this!

I so agree with everyone else - this is just elegant, classic and timeless. I can't imagine having this and not wearing it! I know you have your own stones and I understand but. . . this is just beautiful IMO!

 

[MarionC]

[/quote]I so agree with everyone else - this is just elegant, classic and timeless. I can't imagine having this and not wearing it! I know you have your own stones and I understand but. . . this is just beautiful IMO![/quote]

Thanks! That's very sweet and I appreciate the encouragement!

 

[jeweluv]

LLJsmom, thanks for starting this thread! We received our MRB this month and I'm already drooling over PSers 2carat+ OEC! Push gift?

As for my new solitaire, was extremely skeptical about a J color but when we opened the ring box, I was awestruck by the whiteness and sparkliness of my pretty ring. Here's a shot with arrows reflecting the white of my cellphone.

Jeweluv, that is one GORGEOUS solitaire. We need more pics of that baby on its own SMTB thread!! And the.back story too please!

Awwww....thanks *bashful*

There are just sooooo many utterly gorgeous rings and blings here in PS that I will probably reserve a proper SMTB thread for one fine day when I get a significant rock/ring. Thank you very much for prodding, LLJsmom It means a lot to me

Just a brief background of my stone though, it is not branded H&A. I hunted a sizeable stone within budget and using the HCA as an elimination tool (mine is 1.4), it's amazing how 4 out of 5 virtual stones that I shortlisted had good arrows patterning(quite easy if you stick with HCA below 2.0 and Ex symmetry). Most with good hearts too!! And then with the ASET and Idealscope and stats, we went for it, held my breath til the stone/ring arrived and relief!!! Then gasp gasp gasp and wonder and rainbows and everyone here knows where i'm getting at.....There is nothing like putting the effort into research and coming up with something one really likes!! Naturally, with most of the budget allocated on the stone, I "settled" for the simplest 6-prong setting. We figured I will re-set the stone a year or so from now IF I tire of the soliltaire look BUT, I have a stack and we LOVE the combination!!!! So, I may stay in the solitaire club for a long time

As for your solitaire LLJsmom, I'm not sure why you don't "feel" it.... If it is true that every stone has it's own character, maybe this stone's personality doesn't speak to/for you??? If it is strictly DSS, then I have shortlisted VC's flushed Emilya as a potential. Perhaps that could work for you to alleviate DSS??? In any case, you have a gorgeous solitaire!!!!

 

[jeweluv]

I've had this set in a vault for two years. Thanks to PS the diamond no longer looks too big to wear and I've had it sized to fit. My Dad bought this set for my Mom at Tiffany's on their 30th anniversary in NYC. Before that she didn't wear a diamond, just a plain band : ) That was the old days... She waited 30 years to get her diamond! They married as teenagers and were in love their whole lives.

Hi Jimmianne, your mom's ring is so pretty on your hand!!! Love the history!!!

 

[jeweluv]

Love mine

Can't decide if I should just wear with a plain band or buy a new diamond band that compliments it. Kind of like the plainness

*edited. Didn't like the second photo upside down.

Hathalove, plain looks very solid and really lets your diamond shine!! I like it too! However, do go ahead and get yourself another blinged up band with similar width so you can switch the look and/or stack.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I've had this set in a vault for two years. Thanks to PS the diamond no longer looks too big to wear and I've had it sized to fit. My Dad bought this set for my Mom at Tiffany's on their 30th anniversary in NYC. Before that she didn't wear a diamond, just a plain band : ) That was the old days... She waited 30 years to get her diamond! They married as teenagers and were in love their whole lives.

Wow, that is the sweetest thing! I did already have a diamond, but I did get my upgrade diamond after joining PS for our 30th! I am so glad you now will enjoy wearing it!

 

[missy]

I am loving all the new additions to this thread!
I really puffy heart solitaires. They are timeless and classic and elegant!

 

[krimisha]

I've had this set in a vault for two years. Thanks to PS the diamond no longer looks too big to wear and I've had it sized to fit. My Dad bought this set for my Mom at Tiffany's on their 30th anniversary in NYC. Before that she didn't wear a diamond, just a plain band : ) That was the old days... She waited 30 years to get her diamond! They married as teenagers and were in love their whole lives.

Wow, that is the sweetest thing! I did already have a diamond, but I did get my upgrade diamond after joining PS for our 30th! I am so glad you now will enjoy wearing it!

what a heart felt story of love & affection. the story makes your blings even more beautiful. god bless you with health & happiness & togetherness.

 

[LLJsmom]

I've had this set in a vault for two years. Thanks to PS the diamond no longer looks too big to wear and I've had it sized to fit. My Dad bought this set for my Mom at Tiffany's on their 30th anniversary in NYC. Before that she didn't wear a diamond, just a plain band : ) That was the old days... She waited 30 years to get her diamond! They married as teenagers and were in love their whole lives.

Classics stand the test of time. Lovely that you can wear it now. Cheers!!

 

[WhoaNelly]

Wow: I love this thread and the rings, the stories---TDF! I've had my ring for a month or so: 4.49 carat antique cushion, SI1, 3.5 ring size. It's O/P in color but shows up white to my eyes most of the time. There is tint from the side. I call it Chunky Monkey I admit it distracts me while I drive---love the sparkle and facet pattern Thanks to all the help I got along the way from PS.

Edit: I can't figure out how to rotate the pic---it was right side up when I posted. Dang it.

 

[m-2-b]

Wow: I love this thread and the rings, the stories---TDF! I've had my ring for a month or so: 4.49 carat antique cushion, SI1, 3.5 ring size. It's O/P in color but shows up white to my eyes most of the time. There is tint from the side. I call it Chunky Monkey I admit it distracts me while I drive---love the sparkle and facet pattern Thanks to all the help I got along the way from PS.

Edit: I can't figure out how to rotate the pic---it was right side up when I posted. Dang it.

Oh, love your new ring! Did we miss a big SMTB reveal on it?!

 

[WhoaNelly]

Wow: I love this thread and the rings, the stories---TDF! I've had my ring for a month or so: 4.49 carat antique cushion, SI1, 3.5 ring size. It's O/P in color but shows up white to my eyes most of the time. There is tint from the side. I call it Chunky Monkey I admit it distracts me while I drive---love the sparkle and facet pattern Thanks to all the help I got along the way from PS.

Edit: I can't figure out how to rotate the pic---it was right side up when I posted. Dang it.

Oh, love your new ring! Did we miss a big SMTB reveal on it?!

Thanks Mom2boys! Didn't do a SMTB thread . . . I take it that's a hint!

 

[LLJsmom]

Wow: I love this thread and the rings, the stories---TDF! I've had my ring for a month or so: 4.49 carat antique cushion, SI1, 3.5 ring size. It's O/P in color but shows up white to my eyes most of the time. There is tint from the side. I call it Chunky Monkey I admit it distracts me while I drive---love the sparkle and facet pattern Thanks to all the help I got along the way from PS.

Edit: I can't figure out how to rotate the pic---it was right side up when I posted. Dang it.

Oh, love your new ring! Did we miss a big SMTB reveal on it?!

Thanks Mom2boys! Didn't do a SMTB thread . . . I take it that's a hint!

Uhhhh.... YEAH. yay!! New sparklies to gawk at! Hurry, hurry...

 

[missy]

Wow: I love this thread and the rings, the stories---TDF! I've had my ring for a month or so: 4.49 carat antique cushion, SI1, 3.5 ring size. It's O/P in color but shows up white to my eyes most of the time. There is tint from the side. I call it Chunky Monkey I admit it distracts me while I drive---love the sparkle and facet pattern Thanks to all the help I got along the way from PS.

Edit: I can't figure out how to rotate the pic---it was right side up when I posted. Dang it.

Oh, love your new ring! Did we miss a big SMTB reveal on it?!

Thanks Mom2boys! Didn't do a SMTB thread . . . I take it that's a hint!

Uhhhh.... YEAH. yay!! New sparklies to gawk at! Hurry, hurry...

OMG!!!!! GORGEOUS. Need a thread on this beauty ASAP please.

 

[riamehta]

wow its amazing collection..!!

 

[MarionC]

[/quote]Classics stand the test of time. Lovely that you can wear it now. Cheers!![/quote]

Thanks to you!
and everyone who reposted my ring photo and made her a star for a few minutes. It means a lot to me to share and have her get recognition.

 

[MissGotRocks]

Jimmianne, do you know what color/clarity your mother's ering is? It looks like such a beautiful stone!

 

[MarionC]

Jimmianne, do you know what color/clarity your mother's ering is? It looks like such a beautiful stone!

If I recall correctly it's a G/VVS2. Exactly my own "sweet spot" these days : )
It's really starting to sing to me. When I first came on PS and posted that I didn't know what to do with it, I thought is was gigantic and didn't realize how pretty it was. I knew it had sparkle, but I didn't know one iota about cut. Now I realize what I have ---- and it's not only this beautiful thing, but I also have an ongoing severe case of OCD diamond fever