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Thank you this update! Are you in the USA? I’m waiting for the Pietersite set.
But I’m wondering how much variation there will be in the stones - hoping for a well matched set.
But interested to see if there are lighter or darker stone variations, as well.
Yes, I’m in the US. I have only seen one set and it is a darker stone like midnight navy. There is a lot of variation in each stone as each one is so unique because of the striations or swirls. I am curious too if there are lighter variations for pietersite. I hope you get your set soon!
 
It is in limited supply and not available to be ordered by deposit or full payment. I let my SA know that I was interested in it and when one became available, I was able to purchase it when it arrived in the store.
It is in limited supply and not available to be ordered by deposit or full payment. I let my SA know that I was interested in it and when one became available, I was able to purchase it when it arrived in the store.
Tha's great and thank you for sharing! Was this recent? Do you usually have to build up a rapport with the SA? Or can I just go to the boutique and speak to an SA and ask the SA to let me know if the piece comes in?
 
Tha's great and thank you for sharing! Was this recent? Do you usually have to build up a rapport with the SA? Or can I just go to the boutique and speak to an SA and ask the SA to let me know if the piece comes in?
I have just started purchasing several items from this SA for just the last year. I had previously purchased a couple pairs of earrings online. I asked about this necklace several months ago but was informed that they are so back ordered that you can’t preorder it. They apparently trickle into the stores and you can get one if your SA sees one come in. I think loyalty with a VCA SA helps with getting some of the lower inventory items like this and the hammered gold Alhambra. When in Vegas I bought some Guilloche earrings. The SA there was nice but not as helpful in getting any other items that I was interested in. I think if you find someone that you like and who can get things for you, I would stick with them.
 
I had a choice between the Pietersite and obsidian 20 motif necklace and 5 motif bracelet set. I was fortunate to be able to try both sets today. I loved the pietersite as soon as I saw it. The blue with white gold is just stunning. It is such a versatile stone..I can wear with a plain tshirt and jeans for casual look or dress it up. The obsedian is pretty too but it looks too similar to the gray mop so it didn’t really stand out for me. I ended up putting a deposit down for the pietersite. I was also fortunate that my SA was able to request the rock crystal bracelet for me to complete my set. I really regretted only buying the 20 motif rock crystal previously and so I’m really happy to finally complete the set. I was offered the obsidian holiday pendant too but I passed on it. I thought the other pieces were a better buy if you break down the cost per motif …:lol:
Congratulations on the new set. I look forward to seeing it. Funny enough I did the same with RC. Got the necklace but regretted not getting bracelet. My wonderful SA was able to get me matching bracelet with the recent batch. Sure yours will arrive soon.
 
I had a choice between the Pietersite and obsidian 20 motif necklace and 5 motif bracelet set. I was fortunate to be able to try both sets today. I loved the pietersite as soon as I saw it. The blue with white gold is just stunning. It is such a versatile stone..I can wear with a plain tshirt and jeans for casual look or dress it up. The obsedian is pretty too but it looks too similar to the gray mop so it didn’t really stand out for me. I ended up putting a deposit down for the pietersite. I was also fortunate that my SA was able to request the rock crystal bracelet for me to complete my set. I really regretted only buying the 20 motif rock crystal previously and so I’m really happy to finally complete the set. I was offered the obsidian holiday pendant too but I passed on it. I thought the other pieces were a better buy if you break down the cost per motif …:lol:
Would love to see photos once you have them! <3
 
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Congratulations on the new set. I look forward to seeing it. Funny enough I did the same with RC. Got the necklace but regretted not getting bracelet. My wonderful SA was able to get me matching bracelet with the recent batch. Sure yours will arrive soon.
Congratulations on scoring the bracelet. I am hopeful that my SA comes thru for me on what I asked for. I wish the new sets came in 10 motifs options.
 
Congratulations on scoring the bracelet. I am hopeful that my SA comes thru for me on what I asked for. I wish the new sets came in 10 motifs options.
Yes same! I personally don’t love the 20. I wear my RC doubled all the time. Which is fine for it as it is see through and not a heavy look. But I will not buy another 20. If these were 10s I would be harassing my SA for a set haha! I also want more earrings! But vca just keeps releasing 20s without earrings. Hope you get what you are after.
 
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Yes same! I personally don’t love the 20. I wear my RC doubled all the time. Which is fine for it as it is see through and not a heavy look. But I will not buy another 20. If these were 10s I would be harassing my SA for a set haha! I also want more earrings! But vca just keeps releasing 20s without earrings. Hope you get what you are after.
I’m trying to be mindful and get pieces I will actually wear so one more 10 for me and I’m done with necklaces I think lol.
 
Yes same! I personally don’t love the 20. I wear my RC doubled all the time. Which is fine for it as it is see through and not a heavy look. But I will not buy another 20. If these were 10s I would be harassing my SA for a set haha! I also want more earrings! But vca just keeps releasing 20s without earrings. Hope you get what you are after.

I know, I’m not sure why they keep doing 20s. They look awful on me doubled, and long looks frumpy on me and they are hard to match with clothes, more than a 10.

Btw- just to put it out there, if anyone gets offered a pave-turquoise bracelet and doesn’t want it, I’d be happy to purchase it. I asked my store and they didn’t get allotted any, and besides I’m not a VVIP to be offered it lol.
 
Yes same! I personally don’t love the 20. I wear my RC doubled all the time. Which is fine for it as it is see through and not a heavy look. But I will not buy another 20. If these were 10s I would be harassing my SA for a set haha! I also want more earrings! But vca just keeps releasing 20s without earrings. Hope you get what you are after.
I agree. I struggle with what to wear with 20s and only have the 10 for now. I continue to get inspiration from the posts on this forum but can't justify the 20s as I find it can be quite formal looking. I prefer something I can quickly throw on and my look is complete but with the 20s, I have to give it some thought of what to wear with it.
 
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I agree. I struggle with what to wear with 20s and only have the 10 for now. I continue to get inspiration from the posts on this forum but can't justify the 20s as I find it can be quite formal looking. I prefer something I can quickly throw on and my look is complete but with the 20s, I have to give it some thought of what to wear with it.
I am totally in love with 20 motifs. I like layering them with my 16 motif RG with a deep neck! Let me find a pic!
 
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