UPDATE!! The ring is here! Stress be gone! (pics pg 18)

[ame]

I hope that too!

On truck for delivery. He'll call when he gets it. I hope it's not right when I am starting a bridal consult. HAHA!

 

[Gimmethebag]

It would be but it cannot be replaced. They don't cut rough above SI clarity anymore. So it would either have to be custom cut or I would be scouring for a super clean SI1.

That said. As long as my diamond is in perfect condition, we'll see.

I'm confused, who isn't cutting diamond rough above SI clarity? You could try to find a well cut estate stone as a way to find better clarity if need be.

Is it a problem with the size of the setting, maybe? When we sized my ring through T&Co. they told FI it would be 1-2 weeks (but gave themselves a one month window in writing). It took over a month, but I understood. My ring size is 3.25 and they had to melt and recast the entire setting and it was even harder with fitting my three stones together to fit on the front of my finger. It took FOREVER, but I'm happy that the setting is perfect.

 

[ame]

I'm confused, who isn't cutting diamond rough above SI clarity? You could try to find a well cut estate stone as a way to find better clarity if need be.

My diamond is a Star129 which is a branded cut. It has 129 facets, which is much more than a traditional RB. They are already hard to find, but the Star company no longer purchases rough above SI1 to cut. Which means if something happens to my VS1 stone, I have a tough replacement battle on my hands should I stay with this cut, which I likely would.

Is it a problem with the size of the setting, maybe? When we sized my ring through T&Co. they told FI it would be 1-2 weeks (but gave themselves a one month window in writing). It took over a month, but I understood. My ring size is 3.25 and they had to melt and recast the entire setting and it was even harder with fitting my three stones together to fit on the front of my finger. It took FOREVER, but I'm happy that the setting is perfect.

No they definitely made this ring custom to the stone. They told us 7 to 10 days max, and we just think they underestimated that and were embarrassed and lied about that. We don't know, we're speculating.

It should be here hopefully within the next hour or so, rather at the shop, so then I can find out what's going on.

 

[Stophle]

ame, the first thing I thought about when I woke up this morning was you and your situation. I'm on pins and needles waiting to see what happens!

 

[ame]

HAH I am stalking the fedex tracking info.

 

[Ilovehandbags27]

HAH I am stalking the fedex tracking info.

I don't blame you. I thought of you too this morning! I'll be back for an update later! Keeping you in my thoughts today.

 

[ame]

ITs here. Here is the jewelers email--I am heading there now.

It looks fantastic. I have looked at the ring under high magnification, and it looks like they did everything you asked. It is a beautiful ring. Being highly critical, there is hidden right up where the shank comes into the prongs, a very slight nick. Only visible under the loupe. I took some pictures of it already so we can let them know. Come on down and let's look it over together. If that nick was not there, it would be absolutely perfect. The stone is level, the prongs look great. the stone is at the right height. See you soon.

 

[missD]

We need pictures after this saga!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[lynette3]

I hope you love it!!

 

[twin53]

crossing my fingers for a happy ending too

 

[frankiextah]

crossing fingers for you ame ! also the jeweler should be able to polish that nick right off in front of you, hopefully !!!!

 

[bhurry]

I cannot wait to see pictures, hope everything turns out ok after all what you went through

 

[Swanky]

^it sounds like it may be hard to get to?

YEA Ame! Can't wait to see some pics!!!

 

[onegirlcreative]

dying to see photos of your anticipated e-ring. we all know what you have been going through since your ring was stolen, so i cannot wait to see the final results. i bet it'll be just stunning.

 

[mp4]

I waited 4 months for my wedding band to be fixed b/c my jeweler couldn't find the stone that needed to be replaced. I have a unique cut and they aren't cutting smaller eternity band sizes anymore.... So I can relate to your stress about something getting replaced!

I am VERY picky also, so I can relate to that as well. I've sent many things back over the years.

I've never had any jewelery sent to me per the original schedule...and I only deal with friends who are jewelers. I've just learned to accept this...my wedding band came like 3 days before our wedding. My set is totally custom...but still!

So, I read your whole thread and I just want you to know you aren't alone.

That being said....

I hope you are over the moon when it comes back! My wedding ring FINALLY made it back to me this week and it looks gorgeous! I'm hoping the same for you!!! Fingers crossed! Let's see some pictures!!!