Seattleites -- your favorite downtown jeweler? And advice re: resetting my e-ring

[jane]

I have decided to change my e-ring setting, and place my diamond into a new, slimmer, platinum ring. Right now, my diamond is in this 18k white gold setting:

The ring was one I had had for a very long time, was a gift from my mom for my 21st birthday and used to hold a garnet.

But after some consideration, I think my diamond would look so much better on my hand in a slim solitaire, like this one:

So what I really need now is a trusted jeweler who can make this ring for me, and not rip me off in the process. When I lived in SF, I always went to Derco Diamonds, and loved them so, but alas, I would need to make a trip there to get this done and don't plan to for a while.

What do you all think? Any advice appreciated!

 

[jane]

Another pic of the style I want: a simple comfort band, 2-2.5mm in width, six prongs

 

[Roo]

Sholdt Designs in Seattle are really good. Have you considered resetting the diamond in an east/west setting?

 

[mjlover1977]

sorry i dont live in the US but just wanted to say that i think the new slimmer style is gorgeous! Cant wait to see piccys of it!!

 

[elizat]

I have no advice on a local jeweler, but the new setting will be very pretty!

 

[ame]

Sholdt makes some amazing settings.

 

[Mrs. MC]

Is your stone Marquise or oval ?

 

[jane]

It's marquise.

I prefer the n/s setting as I like the point to aim toward my fingertip like an arrow. I think e/w looks awkward.

 

[jane]

I think I'm going to check out EE Robbins in Belltown.

 

[avedashiva]

I would also check out L/T Denny - near Safeco. Good luck!

 

[Mrs. MC]

What about a halo setting like this one ?

 

[jane]

Okay I ordered my ring today and get it in a week! I got it from Turgeon Raine downtown, it's a plain platinum flush fit setting, so it's just like this except mine has a center stone only:

 

[orchids]

Jane--a little OT but you have to try Trophy Cupcakes--IMO they blow Cupcake Royale away!

 

[jane]

where are they? never heard of trophy cupcakes!

 

[jane]

I picked up my ring today!! It is SO gorgeous. The perfect platinum throne for my marquise diamond. Yay. I'll take pictures in natural daylight on Thursday.