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I’ve been eagerly anticipating this purchase for two weeks now! :smile:



When I was at the jeweller’s picking up my new emerald ring, I was impressed with his work and swift turnaround. So I commissioned him to remount my existing sapphire which was currently set on a thick plain sterling silver band.



I was so looking forward to picking it up last week after a hard week at work, but unfortunately he couldn’t replicate his speed with this piece, and advised me that it would only be ready the following week. Although I was disappointed, I guess I knew that anticipation would only make things sweeter. It truly was!

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Presenting my new sapphire ring!

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It is a 2.67 carat cornflower blue Ceylon sapphire set on a platinum band with a diamond halo setting - H VS1 diamonds of 0.01 ct each.

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On top of everything else, the ring has extra-special significance to me. My father died suddenly in December last year, and he was the one who bought me the sapphire when I was 18. I hadn’t worn the ring in years, but it took this eminently sad situation for me to commission a piece that will keep my father close to me at all times and a beautiful memory of the amazing person he was.

Thanks for letting me share.
I am so sorry for your loss. Your ring is so special and what a lovely piece to have close to you always. xo
 
Does anyone else like Marco Bicego? I saw this Lucia long convertible necklace and it's really beautiful and versatile. HIs IG shows 12 different ways to wear it and I love having options. I may need to go try it on. @880 , I know you were looking at the incredibly gorgeous VCA Liane necklace and one configuration of this bears a very slight resemblance to me (minus the gorgeous gemstones) for a fraction of the price.
I'd love to hear about anyone's experience with this brand!

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So gorgeous! Thank you for thinking of me! Will check it out! And, your MIL wow. . . :hugs:

@Prada Prince, what a lovely way to remember your dad. Thank you for sharing this gorgeous sapphire and wonderful story
 
For all you WG lovers out there … Stunning earrings from Garrard
 
For all you WG lovers out there … Stunning earrings from Garrard
I LOVE Garrard! Especially their Wings collection! Perfect reason for me to return to the UK:P
 
For all you WG lovers out there … Stunning earrings from Garrard
Thank you! This is lovely.
 
First time hearing of this line. Think I’ve been blinded by VCA. ;)
Garrad was once THE jeweler to royalty... pieces such as tiaras (e.g. Lover's Knot Tiara). They also made Princess Diana's sapphire ring (to be specific, they did not make it on commission, it was a stock piece). There's no standalone boutique in the US. If you happen to live in the US and are interested in some piece, I noticed netaporter started carrying a few pieces every now and then. I'm a big netaporter fan, and their shipping and returns is easy, no hassle.
Jewelry and Watches | Garrard | NET-A-PORTER
 
Garrad was once THE jeweler to royalty... pieces such as tiaras (e.g. Lover's Knot Tiara). They also made Princess Diana's sapphire ring (to be specific, they did not make it on commission, it was a stock piece). There's no standalone boutique in the US. If you happen to live in the US and are interested in some piece, I noticed netaporter started carrying a few pieces every now and then. I'm a big netaporter fan, and their shipping and returns is easy, no hassle.
Jewelry and Watches | Garrard | NET-A-PORTER
Super interesting … i had no idea! EXCEPT - I will no longer buy from Net-a-Porter again. They lost 2 items I returned (part of a larger return) and will not refund me the money. I’m upset especially since there isn’t anything I can do. Sorry about the side note.
 
Super interesting … i had no idea! EXCEPT - I will no longer buy from Net-a-Porter again. They lost 2 items I returned (part of a larger return) and will not refund me the money. I’m upset especially since there isn’t anything I can do. Sorry about the side note.
Wow! I'm shocked to hear that. You would think with such a big online company as they are, they will always side with the customer. And... it's their return label, so you have tracking proof it was sent back to them! I'm not sure how recent this experience was, but maybe you can file a dispute on your credit card? Sorry to hear of your experience.
 
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