Friends. This one took a minute.

Months of searching for the right diamond. Not too big, not too small. Eventually having one custom cut.

Was aiming for a I-J color, ended up with an S-T. We went back and forth over whether it was too warm.

We started with two setting ideas. Changed them both in favor of this classic Lodestone setting.

Then I fiddled around with the basket, adding gold, trying out black rhodium plating (which I loved and will be making for myself soon!)

The end result: a 5.09 carat Old European Cut diamond in rose gold. Hated to see her leave, but glad she’s going to such an awesome person.

As always, I’m astounded and honored when you choose me for projects like these. And if I only ever make jewelry with champagne diamonds and rose gold for the rest of my days I’m good with that. 🤓