We were given quite a specific brief by our client, the cluster to replicate the intendeds eyes whilst acknowledging the importance of her four legged friend, Ruby.
Given the brief, we set about designing his bespoke engagement ring.
Picking up on the requirements, we needed to design a ‘halo’ cluster, but given the lifestyle keep the finished ring as close to the finger as possible. Tucked away under the cluster we positioned a small ruby thus satisfying that all important aspect.
We sourced 2 diamonds of differing qualities along with yellow diamonds of different sizes to allow an educated proportion judgement to be made, opting for the smaller yellow stones.
The platinum under basket has been pierced out from sheet and is shaped up using the forming hammer and block.
The shaped basket and halo mount need to be heated to red hot to allow solder flow flow and join the 2 parts together.
The mount for the central diamond is fabricated separately and carefully measured to ensure the diamond fits and sits as low as possible.
Here we see the platinum diamond and halo mount for the yellow stones along with the 18 carat yellow gold shank.
Once the mounter has finished his work, the mounts go to the stone setter who securely sets the stones. Notice the ruby has been set into a small tubular mounting.
Often forgotten but once the mounter and setter have completed their fantastic work, it is the polisher who brings the metal to life.
The central diamond, 1.81 carat, colour G, clarity SI2 is surrounded by 0.40 carats yellow stones, hidden under the mount is the 0.05 carat ruby bringing together every one of the original requests.
Side view showing the ruby hidden under the top setting, yellow and white diamonds all being claw set in platinum with the shank in 18 carat yellow gold.
A great example of a bespoke design meeting a specification, delivered by talented mounters, setters and polishers.
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