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Newbee
It’s finally time! our 10th anniversary os coming up & I am looking to upgrade my wedding ring to a 1.75 -2.0 carat cushion cut halo ring. (I have a size 6 finger) I have been looking everywhere for the perfect setting Like the one in this picture but it’s harder than you would think to find! I see pictures of them all over the web but can never seem to find one just like this! It’s so frustrating! I like that it is very classic & simple w/ a thin band & thin halo and allows the center stone to be the main focal point. I have seen stores that have settings LIKE it but not this classic style exactly. (What is so rare about this??) I don’t get it. Does anyone have a recommendation where I might look to find something like this? And as always, if you have a cushion cut halo this size PLEASE post your pics so I can see it and be excited! Cushions with Halos rock!
Post # 3
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Bee Keeper
If I was going to have a ring like that, I would have leon mege make it. If not leon, victor canera. Check out their work, it’s amazing!
edit: google “leon mege cushion halo” and check out all the results from pricescope.com.
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Helper bee
Post # 5
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Newbee
Thanks for the suggestion! I was checking out Leon Mege & he has EXACTLY the style I am looking for. I requested a quote so we shall see if it’s remotely in our price range. Do you have any idea what a ring of his (just the setting) can run you?
Post # 6
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@Lissygrrl: it depends. He’s more expensive than your typical jeweler but he’s incredibly talented and I think his prices are very fair for what you get: a hand forged amazing quality piece of art. Which style did you request a quote for? For something with a lot of pave, I think you can expect to spend 5-10k on the setting. But I know he works with budgets and will try to help you get what you want. For example, if you like a 3 sided pave design, you could compromise with single sided pave. You could also request quotes from victor canera and Steven kirsch. They do similar work, though leon is my favorite!
Post # 7
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Busy bee
Here’s mine! It is a Verragio replica.
Post # 8
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Newbee
@sommertime: that’s a beauty! Love it. The ring that I requested a quote on looks just like the one in the picture above That I posted although it sounds to me like I’m not going to be able to afford it. I am really looking to spend between $2000 and $3000 for the setting itself because the diamond I want is so expensive. I will check out Steven Kirsch & see what I can find.
Post # 9
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Mine is a cushion halo with a round center diamond. It’s only 1.01ct in the center (1.55ctw). It’s not exact but it might give you some ideas
Post # 10
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@Lissygrrl: you should head over to pricescope and start a thread there. They might know where you can get a setting like that for 3k or less. With that amount and style of pave it won’t be easy but probably possible. Actually, check diamonds by Lauren. I think I’ve seen semi mounts there for around 3k.
Edit: check out this semi-mount
http://www.diamondsbylauren.com/index.php/jewelry/semi-mount-ring-beautiful-custom-delicate-halo-ring-with-shaped-prongs-so3826
it doesn’t have as much pave as a leon ring, but is still gorgeous
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Post # 12
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BlondeMissMolly: you are GOOD!!! These look great! i definitely would consider these… Especially the 2nd one. You guys definitely know way more about this stuff than I do. Is this a good company to order from? I found amotring halo that I love-It sort of has a octagon shape.
Post # 13
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Sugar Beekeeper
try martin flyer, he’s got some simple halos like your picture.
@Lissygrrl:
Post # 14
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Bumble bee
That setting is so beautiful and I *love* asscher cut diamonds–so classy!
These Bel Dia rings can be modified for any center stone…maybe worth checking out (it’s where my fiance and I bought all of our rings). The ring can be found here: http://www.debebians.com/princess-cut-engagement-ring-with-halo.html
They also accept custom price quotes here: http://www.debebians.com/custom-made-engagement-rings.html so it might be worth a shot to request a price quote also.
Wherever you get the setting, I’m sure it will be gorgeous! Good luck!
Post # 15
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Sugar bee
Check out Victor Canera. His rings are works of art. A little on the pricier side (don’t be surprised if the setting is $5K) but it’s worth contacting him. He’s received a ton of great reviews.
http://www.victorcanera.com/jewelry/engagement-rings/search/typeofring/halo
Post # 16
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Sugar bee
@BlondeMissMolly: Didn’t see you already recommended him. 🙂
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