Monday, August 8, 2011

Rings and Things






This multi-coloured, broad, domed, diamond and sapphire ring is quite uniquely special.  Who would've thought that sapphires could be found in such a myriad of colours, ranging from pinks and purples to yellows, greens and blues - definitely not just one's conventional royal blue in this example.






I just love a ring with top, as well as side, detail.  Just lends such an interesting perspective from all angles.  And that's (I suppose) the thing with rings - they are very seldom seen from just one viewpoint.  The eventual outcome of this one was very pretty indeed, with it's ornamental undulating edging and millgrain finish.





And now (again) for the simpler things ... also my favourite part of design - no mess, no fuss - just clean lines and simplified design ... always a striking combination!  This one was created for one of my aunts as part of a very special birthday pressie.  It's manufactured in 9ct white gold with a contrasting 18ct yellow gold inlay, and swiss set with white diamonds and a 'sun' gem - the citrine - bringing warmth and light into the wearer's life.







This uncomplicated and striking innovation was custom made for a very special lady.  She had had her black and white diamond engagement ring made several years ago, but had recently received six 'leeeetle' white diamonds from her mother.  So, once again, we designed and created two complimentary side rings, repeating the use of the 'ebony and ivory' idea and combining her whites with some blacks.  The result was particularly effective, especially since its breadth worked so well on her lovely long and slender fingers.







Man oh man, if I only had the money!  This very simplistic and beautiful creation was designed for a very unusual, fancy cut cognac/champagne coloured diamond.  The gemstone had such interesting hues of warm browns and pinks radiating from it's facets, that I suggested the use of a complimentary red gold for it's centre setting, and a contrasting white platinum for it's shank.  When's my next wedding anniversary ... 'oh, let me count the ways' and days ...