Antique Rings (aka halp pt.2)

[Waus]

So after getting some generic advice, I've started to narrow down my ring selection. I'm also working on designing my own sort of antique victorian style ring for them to cast.

Here's what I've got so far (it's a work in progress). If you can find any really sweet old rings or filigree designs etc. I'd really appreciate the help!

http://img255.imageshack.us/img255/5189/ring3rr4.png

[TAL]

I think you should use jpg instead of png if you want everyone to see it.

[DipDipDive]

Start visiting antique malls and flea markets in your area. Vintage/antique diamond rings are a dime a dozen in that market.

[DipDipDive]

http://www.blufoxx.com/blufoxx/images/wsr45-2large.jpg

http://images.overstock.com/f/102/3117/8h/www.overstock.com/images/products/T10375891.jpg

http://img206.imageshack.us/img206/9622/dscn2388fs0.jpg

http://www.isadoras.com/ec/images/medium/RI061113_11a.JPG

http://www.coopersofepping.com.au/MyImages/R107%20web%20a.bmp

I fucking hate diamonds and would only ever wear one or want to be given one if it was in this style and was a genuine antique. It's the best way to go for sure.

[DipDipDive]

A few more for that ass:

http://www.todiamonds.com/p_099.jpg

http://www.whitefirejewelry.com/p/WF00448_medium.jpg

http://www.kaboodle.com/hi/img/2/0/0/53/5/AAAAApnxl74AAAAAAFNeHA.jpg

[AceFace]

those are all gorgeous. and wow! :eek: you fucking hate diamonds!? how can you hate diamonds? they're so sparkly and pretty!

[DipDipDive]

I don't know, I just don't like them. They all look the same and they're too predictable. Not to mention the whole mining thing.

[Waus]

Thanks DDD!!

Yeah, I feel kind of the same about diamonds to be honest. I think they're a pile of crap. I'm getting one that looks good, but not buying the ULTRA EXTREME CLARITY MAXIMUM BRILLIANCE INSANE-O CUT type. My fiancee feels the same, so it makes it easier to get a reasonable diamond.

I'd rather get a ruby or maybe an emerald, but people just don't expect that from an engagement ring. Plus they aren't color neutral so it might look weird if you were wearing an outfit that clashed.

(sorry about posting the png - I'll update with a jpg when I've worked on it more)

ps. if no one cares about this crap just tell me, I'm not trying to be an attention whore

[cookiepuss]

I care. I could look at diamonds all day. fabulous. love em.(y)

[AceFace]

I care. I could look at diamonds all day. fabulous. love em.(y)

YES! (y)

[hpdrifter]

Those rings are beautiful. If you score something like that she's a lucky girl.

[abcdefz]

http://img-fan.theonering.net/rolozo/images/baker/ring.jpg

[beastieangel01]

I too am not at all a fan of diamonds.

but this really IS nice. Cubic zirconia instead pleaseeee haha.
http://www.coopersofepping.com.au/MyImages/R107%20web%20a.bmp


Matt, I really like what you have so far (y)
so happy for you :)

[marsdaddy]

Something a bit different (and less antique):

http://www.michaelcfina.com/images/products/full/180460DSPB0287.jpg

[AceFace]

^ i think that's technically an anniversary band.

[Waus]

so happy for you :)

Thanks crys :)

[marsdaddy]

...technically...http://www.jessicacushman.com/pictures/wa34607d/l/MG_6069l.jpg

[abcdefz]

http://www.jessicacushman.com/pictures/wa34607d/l/MG_6069l.jpg



Those are promise rings.

[Lyman Zerga]

i like diamond rings but only for special events, i wouldnt wear them daily

[AceFace]

http://www.jessicacushman.com/pictures/wa34607d/l/MG_6069l.jpg

:( i didn't mean to insult you.

[Dorothy Wood]

those rings with the stones all around are uncomfortable to wear. and no offense, but that blue and white one is oldladyville.

My friend found her ring on ebay, and it's yellow sapphire from the 1920's and looks similar to the one crystal posted. it was like 300 bucks. she's practical, dude makes a good salary, but she'd rather put money towards a house. they thought it was funny to get it on ebay because they met on myspace. ha.

I also dislike diamonds. here's the engagement ring I want! it looks haunted!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2098/2142151893_849a6b96b1.jpg

[Waus]

Made some progress, but it's still not done. I have to design the top of the band still and work on the prongs and stuff. The side in this picture is being modeled at the jeweler already!

http://img301.imageshack.us/img301/1002/ringnz5.jpg

[monkey]

i dont know if this is of concern on your part, but if i were you, i'd get the ring done with 18k+white gold. it's a little softer metal, the ring will mold to your lady's finger after wearing it for a bit, but it wont degrade as easily as 14k. and the color is a little more attractive. plus, its value is bound to rise, esp. the purer the gold.

[cookiepuss]

Made some progress, but it's still not done. I have to design the top of the band still and work on the prongs and stuff. The side in this picture is being modeled at the jeweler already!

http://img301.imageshack.us/img301/1002/ringnz5.jpg

I like what you've done there.(y)

[Waus]

Yeah, I'd considered the 18ct gold first. Some reasons why I'm going with 14ct include the cost of custom casting 14ct is drastically different (and easier I was told). The 14ct color looks good with a design like this (I think) and a lot of the ones my fiancee showed me were closer to that color. The way I understand it, 14ct will be a little bit more durable too.

As far as the ring's value - I think she couldn't care less. I'm just paying what I am paying to get something that looks nice, trying to avoid the status symbol aspect of it.

[DipDipDive]

those rings with the stones all around are uncomfortable to wear. and no offense, but that blue and white one is oldladyville.

My friend found her ring on ebay, and it's yellow sapphire from the 1920's and looks similar to the one crystal posted. it was like 300 bucks. she's practical, dude makes a good salary, but she'd rather put money towards a house. they thought it was funny to get it on ebay because they met on myspace. ha.

I also dislike diamonds. here's the engagement ring I want! it looks haunted!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2098/2142151893_849a6b96b1.jpg

That is amazing. Is it a moonstone? Opal? I love it.

[Dorothy Wood]

Unfortunately I just found it on some dude's nerdy blog about macro photography. It's his grandmother's. he doesn't say much else about it. http://www.baldheretic.com/category/photography/macro