Monday, March 24, 2008

Tsavorite, Diamonds and Sapphires






A lush green cushion-cut Tsavorite garnet set in a beautifully hand crafted platinum ring. The Tsavorite garnet is accented with sparkling pear-shape diamonds and two small round sapphires. The ring is a miniature masterpiece based on our Secret Garden design.

The ring is richly engraved with flowing leaf-like scrolls. This style of engraving is known as "relief engraving." Our engraver meticulously removed small bits of metal allowing the design to emerge in high relief. The background was then given a stippled, pebble-like finish and darkened to further highlight the design.
We work with some of the finest hand engravers. Each engraver works in a unique style and is a master of their art. The engraver of this ring created a wonderful rolling scroll design that flows around the circumference of the ring towards the base.
Along the shoulders of the ring, the undulating leaf-like scrolls flow upward towards the small blue sapphires.
The romantic engraved design is repeated on the side walls of the ring. Also, a leaf-like scroll is engraved on the outer walls of the Tsavorite's setting.
We set the Tsavorite in a French double-prong head with an oversized cross rung. Note the sturdy thickness of the band which ensures many years of lasting beauty and enjoyment. This ring was made to last several generations and become a family heirloom.
Examining the inside of the ring you can see the mastery of the craftsmanship. A small engraved flower is secreted at the base of the ring. The elements of the ring are beautifully crafted and the inner surfaces smooth and even. The true sign of a master craftsman is the care taken with the small details and the hidden parts of a jewel.

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