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An example of proportions for Jim
A 5.5 mm round CZ sits in for his .60 center, and these triangle CZ side stone will measure approx. 3.5 mm in diamonds, and weigh in the .12 ct. to .16 ct. range.
This look will do well in one of our trillion side stone mountings
We're still on course for this Jim, so just let us know when you're ready to go!
The finished ring for Bill, 2 tone and 3 oval diamonds..
Another couple of shots with the wax modifications in place
A couple of more angles for Bill, with the diamonds this time, 3 ovals across.... UPDATE WAX #2 Above is the newer links, for the record. First Wax for Bill, 3 oval platinum crowns, and a custom shank in 18kt gold
The wax gives us a chance to get the design elements "just right" we started big, let us know where to modify...
The finished rig for Julie, great part made a grrrreat ring!!
Parts for Julie, platinum basket crowns and some great gemstones.
More shots for Susan and his band is ready too, a great set of platinum rings..
So Susan asks, "Can that bezel be made thinner, and sort of disappear along side the diamond?
"Sure"... Why not, for it's simple as this... When we carve a wax we carve it to about 110% of what we want, knowing that "we can file it down, but can't file it up"...

The finished ring for Susan, with her sketch, I think we got this one for you!!!
A slight modification of the wax, now even better for Susan..
Susan "D", that totally ideal cut 0.87 carat "E-VVS1" will shine in this ring like a lighthouse!
Elegant and trouble free is what this ring is all about, with the diamond set into the double split bezel in platinum this will be a blaster fantastic smooth and sleek ring, and note how the perfect "Flush" fit happens too when you plan the rings from the start...What a joy working with "real people" rather than the trade... More creativity here in a week from you than goes thru the best stores in a year. Imagine that, and that is the key :)
Alex wants to make sure that the home for their princess cut is just right.
So here you are Alex. This great platinum wedding set is a classic look for your center. This is a very stylish set, and will be a beautiful addition to any gals hand, and especially hers! It's ready for the center when you are!
3mm and 4mm comfort fit platinum solitaire shanks in stock!
These are the parts before actual assembly and final polish. When finished they will have the high polish only platinum can get...
SETH!! Platinum Matched Set of Sculptural Band Hand Rings beyond compare!
Both rings I finished today, sort of as a Friday surprise... Like to think that someone out there is gonna have a fun and excited weekend, like being 9 years old and looking at the packages under the tree... Shot this myself, note the band-aids... {Grin}... I get into my work :) Enjoy!!! ...soon one side will have a very delicate "matte" finish, glass micro-beads impart a matte surface, and the other side shiny... Stand by for amazing in platinum!!!!!!

Seth, "drum roll please", check out the first partially completed band ring!!!
Inner-locking hands in platinum, and just look how even in this very initial stage that the very sculptural and reflective qualities start to produce a very lifelike result... Very natural, and we've just begun... The plan was to "bead blast" one side with a matte finish, with the other hand, around to a cross cut diagonal line... Half textured, half shiny and bright... ...but I have tell ya, I love the way the light plays off the hands, and I did a texture just where the hand would cast a shadow too, look really close... JUst did the guys for now, talk to me Seth man, give me a sign {Grin}...
Khris wanted a celtic ring with a Chatham emerald.
He liked the ring we did for "Charlie", but wanted an emerald. We talked, and he decided to go with a Chatham. Great color, a fine looking emerald. He chose to put it into this bezel, and we flatset these four .03 ct. diamonds to accent the whole package. This is a great look for his ring!
Paul has a stunner headed his way!
This great 1.05 ct. D SI1 is sure to bring the sun glasses out! He chose these 1/2 ct. total weight pearshapes to sit beside it, and had us put them into this great 18 K yellow and platinum ring, and zowie! This is sure to be a hit! Enjoy!
Steven asked for a few modifications, and here's the result
Trillion tanzanites and marquise diamonds make up this great ring. This one is ready to head your way, Steven
George finally has a wax AND some princess cut side stones to go with his center.
The side princess cut, weighing 0.33 ct total, are a great match to his 0.82 ct. round D VVS1 center. "George, Ray here with a note that is very important... When we carve the wax we want to stay about 110% of the finished mass, since filing and finishing will lighten this at each phase, I appreciate that we want a light and delicate ring, but I don't want to make the wax a 100% and end up with 90% in metal"... Please know that at this stage things are critical for strength, fine tuning is in the metal...

Well, george liked it, but it was still a little too heavy for his tastes. So we had Tim do a little trimming on the roundels and round up the prongs slightly, and here it is, ready to become a platinum treasure. We're all set, George. Let us know!
Wally has selected a sweet princess cut
For accents, he gone with a pair of 5 millimeter trillions. Platinum is his metal of choice, and will safeguard these fine diamonds We've also set them low for safety. People ask if we do mountings for princess cuts and trillions? You bet! Go look!
Tara got one for her, and one for him as well!
His is a 5 millimeter pipe cut, with some very fine hand engraving inside. Look close! For her's, she's selected a dynamite eternity ring, set with 24 diamonds at a total weight of .96 ct. This is a great example of this classic style!
The finished engraved platinum mounting for Sean.
The bands did not come in today, we will have everything ready to ship tomorrow...
Richard and Diane have a set of new celtic rings on the way...
With a great pattern in 18kt yellow gold, and platinum rails..
The finished band ring for Jennifer, platinum and trillions, as well as a baguette diamond, with the trillions inverted, it is a very unique design.
Jennifer "K", a delicate wax, form fitted, with trillions and a baguette, soon to be engraved and cast in platinum, for a delicate and outstanding look. We do it yer way, and when it comes to custom and creativity we're setting the standards. Gallery work and bridge work just like the original with the twin trillions, but now we complete the set, and the circle, where real people get together with craftsmen and great things happen... Example "A" submitted fer yer approval...
The finished masterpiece, a world class result for sure
Pictures for John's Scrapbook, of the parts we are using
We are working on a page that explains the parts, and how to create your own ring from Parts.. On track for a low-rider look of great stature, with high quality parts it's easy to plan a first class result, and we have a great example right here of this fact...
Watts Up??? Emeralds and diamonds and 18Kt gold, "OH MY!!!"
Take a look at this magnificient ring that I just engraved for you... Just another humble example of what we do here, and how we can make dreams come true without leaving the family net worth in the retail jewelry store show room... Delicate and with 6mm tip to tip ultra-fine trillions, framed in an elegant 18Kt gold hand engraved body, this is a classic of good taste and judgement, for all the world to see...
COOL PROJECT ALERT! General "Powell" has a platinum engagement engraved wonder to behold!
Now these rings take time, but just look at what the result is here, and know that this ring is built to last a lifetime and more, a true family heirloom of legendary stature. Customer supplied the magnificent center diamond, and we did the rest, note the delicate engraving and the outstanding results.
Carla :) We took these parts, assembled them carefully and viola.. Carla's ring!
For her 0.65 E SI1 center, she chosen as accents a pair of nicely matched E-F, SI, 3 mm princess cuts, weighing a total of .33 ct. Trim these out with 6 small diamonds at a total weight of .29ct, and set this all in a custom built platinum ring, with crowns for the princess cuts, channel set the small rounds, milgrain the channel edges

Hey Carla! Here's a picture of some of the parts that will make up your ring!
We'll add these crowns to our eternity style ring in platinum, and you'll have a unique ring that will showcase your 0.65 ct. E SI1 princess cut.

So, you like the crowns, huh?....
what do you think of them in this mounting? We'll do some modifications to the ring, like lowering the crowns substantially, but this will give you an idea of what the center, two 3 mm princesses will look like next to the two channel set diamonds.
Pamela, the Celtic ring that tapers works really well indeed, great design!
A very fast rendering in the mag-plates, for a master this is a very good idea, and this will work just great!!! Take a look at this for a starter... I have the H-209 in Platinum link, we can make this with a heavier s.5mm shank without any problem at all, so I know that we can do this flavor easily, Ready to rock and roll, and from ground zero this is just a two week job max for our best efforts :)

O.K. Chuck, here's the pictures I promised you! This shank measures 2.61 mm where it hits the side crowns. If you think this is wide enough for you, let us know, and we can work out the details on the diamonds.
Susan wants to find a new home for a princess
Here is a nice platinum and 18 K yellow ring, with a basket crown for the stone. We can go a long way toward lowering this for you, so the diamond won't be up too high.
Liz, set down calmly, take a deep breath and hit this link now!!!
 A ring for the ages is on it's say to you right now, so you can begin chasing down all delivery vans of the blue flavor tomorrow morning. trillion's flush set in the shank is perfect for the person who wants trouble free wear in daily quantities. The ultra-white oval diamond, "D-VVS" in flavor, just flashes it's 1.61 carat fire and brilliance, matched and flanked by trillions, A Form-fitted wedding band tops the project like frosting on a fine cake.

WAX UPDATE, OVAL W/ TRILLIONS
Liz purchased this magnificent "D-VVS2" Oval ideal cut center diamond, and now the trillions and the wax
The powerful ring and the result just around the corner...Form fitted wedding ring,we can match any custom ring with a band..
Chrissy is a nervous as a cat on a hot tin roof, "and who wouldn't be?!?!?
Chrissy wanted a ring build just the way that she wanted, we supplied the Here we have a magnificient mounting that we built, with fabricated by hand, crisply and finished with a elegant and subtile "glass micro-beadblast" finish, for a very yummie matte surface. These diamonds combine in this ring to produce one of the more elegant and exciting results. Oh yeah, wanna hear a darn funny thing???? We got so very busy that while I gave Chrissy a package deal based on "14KT white gold" I mistakenly built this ring in Platinum... made by hand, fabricated the old fashion way for strength and sleek beawuty. Also based on a standard comfort-fit as the base too... Now, we made ya wait so long, and you were so nice, that we had a meeting and decided to just ship the platinum ring (costs us about three times as much as would have in gold) with our blessings... Only here can you sign up for a elegant white gold ring, and end up with the magic metal platinum {Grin}... We had re-bid this in gold to save dollars, but we do sooo much platinum that... {Grin}... Enjoy :)
  • 3.56 Carats of Blazing Massively Fine Diamond, super nice cut and here's it with trillions!
    These are terrific 6mm trillions measured tip to tip, the total weight is on these diamonds is 0.62 carats, and they are both bright and very nice.... Hey! What to put these in?

    I know, let's put them in this!
    We're planning to set this fabulous trio into this classic trillion mounting. The center diamond will sit a little higher than it does here, and the trillions will sit a little further apart due to spreading the top apart to accept the crown itself. This is sure to knock her socks off! But how are we going to set the center?

    Hey!, how about we put it in a low basket style crown!
    We'll have the shop do some slight modifications to the crown and the ring so the diamond won't interfere with low flying aircraft, but will sit in the mounting nicely, and still show its' uniqueness and beauty. This will be a stunner, and we can't wait to see it completed, can you?
  • Steve has a wax created from his own drawings to see!
    Start with a princess cut diamond, and a pair of matched tsavorites of the same size, and you've got the basis for a great looking gents ring. Steve came up with the drawings of this himself, and has a few more design surprises for this before it's final polished and sent out, so stay tuned!
  • Hello Bill, we have your emerald ring set, ready for engraving
    Soon to be an elaborately engraved heirloom, an 18kt yellow gold shank, a large emerald,and a set of 6mm diamond trillions, all the best. Watch for the engraved pictures soon, we're gonna change that crown out to yellow gold, and then we're all the way home :) More on this later, and I'll be doing the engraving by the way :) Ray
  • Celtic rings for Faran, made to order with platinum rails..
    Here they are Faran, ready to ship...custom made celtic treasures for you! Framed with platinum rails for a eternal classic, the celtic knott patterns are hard to beat for unique and unusual rings. Rustic classics, in the spirit of the ancient celts, using the lost wax casting technique...
  • White Celtic Swirl Design, I think perhaps the most elegant of them all...
    So here's a very crisp design of the swirl flavor for yer consideration, note the very nice definition and I think that you'll very much enjoy this ring... Built to wear and enjoy, and a real pleasure to build fer ya :)
  • "Zeeee" what we have here, PearShapes and Platinum and Pegtops, "Oh my!"
    When you start with the highest quality parts you take the first step in the process, regardless if yer building bridges, rocket engines or rings, so here we take the first step, with die-struck nice strong crowns, elegant crisp shank and twin matched pears, of which Gary has two selections of very nice pears. For the "Low-Rider look we love this ring, for any size diamond these are a charmer...
  • Pamela Wagner, I re-drew this for you so that we can do one of two things...
    First we can do a photo-etch job as a standard celtic plate, and that will be a band ring with great detail and nice edges as you have shown, and the second way is a very contoured and very special wax carving, where we can have more dramatic height control. For example...Here's a wax carving for reference, and here's the Finished Platinum Ring!

    Then there's the Celtic Photo-Etch Process! which yields great results and detail too, but is more the flat band look. Here's the drawing that got us to that ring. Nice to do custom, and this will be a great result...
  • The form fitted and matched wedding band, with the lock shown...
     This is the matching band for the really amazing ring that we built for you earlier, but now here's the wax that we cut so that they would fit airtight and all that... When the rings are together they will be perfect, and after yer married get these soldered together for the perfect never changing alignment and yer all the way home... The best of the best, and for less...

    New and improved, now the ring is Hand engraved in Hebrew, with a ribbon connecting the letters! Daryl, Christy Brinkley never looked as good on the catwalk as yer new family heirloom!
    What do I say about this 18Kt and platinum ring? What to say? How about I start by saying that channel set princesscuts are most amazingly fine in channels when done right, they brick together like a wonderful mosaic of light and fire. Raised in a shoulder, and flying up to meet the center princesscut in the crown, for a most pleasing effect. V-caps for smart and lovely, and a bold stepped down shank for effect, and man when you think of finer custom, affordable custom, I hope you instantly think of tradeshop.com from now on :) One more for the real people!!!! Rock on!!! Man, this looks so fine and so crisp, wish my photos did this justice... ...you will be amazed, guaranteed!
  • Sardi Celtic Design, re shot and retooled for this length and width
    One of my more popular designs, I have re-drawn this design at ultra-high resolution (2540dpi) and am getting ready to send out the new improved higher resolution art for this now, it's very sharp in the definition and I think you will be delighted... With a small sizing area for practical reasons, and the way the design is made to tastefully continue the theme while allowing future sizing is great. Headed for the casting after I get the plate back and mold the new masters, so we're off to a great result, stand by for more...
  • Amy's Dream's come true, in rose gold and princesscuts, wonderfully!
    When these were set and build by yours truly it was the intent to set a diamond each year, which is what we're doing here today. Nice princesscuts burnished at a 45 degree is great, adds interest and in rose gold these are very unique, which is what I like :) Uber-comfort-tted and wearable, and now with twice the fire and flash, but aren't great relationships sort of like that, better each year??? Rock on, and enjoy :)
  • Mansfields Alert! The first choice pattern has now been refined, in the requested widths,
    Not an easy pattern to get to come out in the 5mm size that was requested, the plate that you saw was made for a 8mm width for stock, so it really took a bit of work to totally redraw this in a heavier line weight to et the design to fluff out well. I added a complete swirl to the gal's ring to reduce the size area, which is always something that I strongly recommend by the way. The area shown is wider than the original will be, I made the sizes larger for molding. Shots do a pretty good job of showing detail of the master plate, so we're ready to set up a pair for you if you let me know... The antique is just a fast oxidation for a fast vid-snap, but this gives you the idea nicely what's going on here... 7mm gent's and 5mm ladies, and ready to rock...

    Jane Mansfield was sure a dish, but beside these beautiful & cool celtic rings???
    Celtic swirl designs are my personal favorite and there is non that I like more than these to... In a size ten and a suze 5 1/2 with a nicely scaled ballence for the gents/ladies matched set, tastefully yours and made one at a time by folks who care... Yeah, I might not spell all that well but we have a message that is loud and very clear, with no mistake about it... We are the place to call for personalized celtic designs, our art or yours... Enjoy!!!
  • The Adams Family is gonna have a real treat, drawings are here to be approved,
     Really tired but wanted to draw this with heavier line weights so you can have a nice strong ring, the cut outs will be on the metal, and I'll let the inside ramp down in to the cut so the ring will be stronger still... Nice project!!!! This pierced celtic style is quite dramatic, and the only real concern is the strength, but this is nicely bordered and will inner-connect nicely so we're ready to do the plate today, and let ya start to "see" this project... "Enjoy!!!"
  • Sean has a blank mounting to look at.
    How's this for a home for your center diamond? This beautiful platinum ring will serve as a great showcase for your .72 E VS-2 center. We'll have the diamond in the morning, and can be ready to put this together once you tell us this is the perfect one!
  • Wayne & Ann have a pair of matching celtics ready to ship!
    Another shining example of someone combining and modifying some of our existing artwork to make a celtic design that's uniquely their own. A great pair of celtic rings in 18K yellow and white that they can treasure for a lifetime.
  • A flush set band ring for Trent, finished to perfection
    Comfort fit band ring with 5 @ 0.05 ct each, burnished into the ring, the safest way possible to set diamonds..
  • Tony Curtis, you got taste, you got style, and now she's gonna shine like a star too!!!
    This is gonna rock ya, Platinum, Princess and Plush, try saying that three times fast...
    Basket crown for the princesscuts are a great way to protect the diamond for daily wear, and to really let it "shine"... Sleek platinum gives both strength and security, and a stable lifetime platiform for the diamond's performance... Glad you got this fantastic diamond, with the ring it's just gets better and better... ..enjoy :)

    White cool metal and diamonds, a classic... Note that the lush shank is nice and plump in thickness, and as I set this I shall comfortfit the inside and really this ring will become one that she'll enjoy "big time"... Princesscut is a great shape too, and do not worry, I set the stone quite low in the crown for a nice low slung center... Wanted you to see the start of something good, something "great"... Enjoy!!!

    Debbie Renolds or any hollywood starlet would swoon seeing this creative and exciting job, this is a great example that the people of the world have the great ideas, not the merchants, and here we process and take the ideas and the dreams and make them come true in precious metal and gems, eternal and classic.
  • David, we have a REAlly fine ring here, ready to rock with millgrained edge, comfort-fitted and...
    The bezel set radiant cut is a super fine and super bright diamond, framed with trillions of equally fine and bright stature, in platinum for a crisp and a lovely look. Bold with comfor-fit inside and the edges trimmed with millgrained edgem that really adds a tailored touch of class too... A great ring in a his and hers, the millgrain line picks up the flavor of the hand enraved trillion ring of hers (that I'm to tired to find right now)... Enjoy the result, set by Ray today and really really a great wear daily gent's ring here... "SMASHING!"
  • Barthel, you got some splainin' to dooo... ...and a wax to approve right here.
    Another stage of the super ring present itself, and with this stage you can see the fine design and the shape of the ring locked in the wax, and soon to be two tone and contrasting metals. Pearshapes are nice and low in the shank, and in fact "in the shank" for zero trouble and problems... Others charge way more, and send you less, and spell better... ...here you work with craftsmen and artisans, not clerks and ad directors... Sleek and sharp, this will be a classic in my pages forever...
  • Ice "BERG" dead ahead, and man does this shine like the sun in platinum, princesscuts away!
    For the best of the best the princesscut is a bright a and a lively cut, and this is set into a fine platinum ring that really shows the diamond off wonderfully. Really strong too, with the v-caps this is a wear daily ring that you can really enjoy! The combination of platinum and a princess cut is a very classy and classic look. This 1.03 F VVS2 makes for a beautiful solitaire, and it's sure to be hit! All this, and a great price to boot!
  • "Hand Ring Band Ring" for a unique and united symbolic wedding bands, THIS WILL MAKE YA CRAZY!!!
    Another Friday joy-gernade that I'm tossing into a livingroom, to create a fpreview of the next world class project in the hopper... "Total full metal jacketed pleasure, in the early stages. I don't know what folks expect to see here, but if yer looking for a fast commercial search engine with factory cranked out goods yer looking at the wrong page. Here's a great example of the "Coolest of the Cool!"... One hand will be beadblast finish with a delicate and matte finish, with the other being bright and shiny... Blocked out in the wax for now, but you can start to see the finished rings and results, which will be breathtaking... His and hers, lovingly yers... What a grand idea this client had, and for it not to be "dumbed down by sales-clerks" makes it special...
  • CASH this check anywhere sailor... ...about the coolest pendant with diamonds and rubies and more... With an almost Arabian night's twist that seems like liquid smoke, the veil-like convoluting pendant bail the pendant builds itself soft of with good taste, the chvannelset row of baggettes, alternating fine rubies and diamonds, makes this special of course, and no ancient Roman head of state had such a tasteful fine pendant, the ancient coin makes this ring with mystery and uniqness... Oh man, does it be any better, at any price??? The special place made to hold "your friend" is ready Set with rubies and diamonds, as well as being inlayed with bloodstone, this project came out very well, made for a special coin, we can guarantee you wont find another one like this! Kris has a unique coin that she wanted a custom 14kt gold holder for
    Soon to be set with diamond and Ruby baguettes, and inlayed with a bloodstone.This will be one of the most interesting peices we have made for sure!
  • Tom, this engraved platinum and sapphire ring, set with this outstanding carat diamond is a new "Standard" for excellence!
    When I engrave these rings I really take the time to make sure that they are well defined and "smokin'"... The shank is a more sculptural engraving, deep and dramatic, with the prongs and roundells a delicate design... Shiny areas complement the engraving, shamelessly yours Tom, I engraved this personally, really enjoy both the savings and this absolutely world class ring here...

    Did you note I was a finalist in the Mudbrick Award for one of the most chaos and hard to use sites... ..if I weren't do damn busy making ultra-fine jewelry I would try to evlove the design of the pages, but if I have to choose Tom, I'd rather build this for you and please a bunch of analy retentive web designers and "know everything" dudes and duddettes... {Grin}... Here's one more for the real people Tom, rock on!
  • Ladies First! For Christa, we've put together an eternity ring.
    Here is our second example of "If it's worth doing, it's worth doing right". We had a stock ring we found out was of inferior quality, so we pulled back and made one from scratch. We feel the wait was worth it, and Christa will have a unique eternity ring with 30 flatset diamonds in the top and sides!

  • And now for Steve's, we've come up with a magnesium blank from his design.
    He sent in an original idea for a celtic design, Ray re-imaged it for making the plate, and now it's ready for the molding and casting process! This is going to be a dynamite example of a great design from start to finish. And when people compliment him on his ring, he can say with pride that he's not only the happy owner, but the designer as well!
  • A new wax for Her, thinner w/ stones tighter on the top of the ring...
    Steven "G" has an amazing Tanzanite and Diamond Wedding Set...
    His and her's matching, for a truly unique and flavorful personal set of bands, designed by the clients as we just merrily make dreams come true. Not yer average diamond and fine jewelry store... You can watch this thread below take shape, as a perfect example of what we are all about... Translating yer ideas, and not dumbing them down with sales-clerks, no clerks here... We're builders and designers, not standup pretty faces... ...they spell better too, but I never said there wouldn't be a dark side here :) Enjoy!!!
  • Hey Lloyd, Platinum engraved and an "E" color center diamond too?!~?!?
    Man, this is a special ring indeed, with the delicate engraving that we are becoming known for, and the tulip platinum rings are hard to beat for style. As you look at the side views of the rings just remember that this is a cut above and a very fine ring, engraved and personalized and for less!!!!
  • Pictures for Tom, of a 1.01 ct E-SI2 and a wax of our s200 ring
    A great diamond and a classic mounting, what say you Tom??? Ray here Tom, and just to note... I engrave these myself, and the shank is deeply sculpturally engraved to last a lifetime, accented by the delicate engraving on the roundells and the center pronmgs, for a dramatic and very styling ring, built to last a lifetime and more. Tom, this is a ring that she'll treasure forever...
  • Daniel "K", Ya gotta see this ring engraved, split prongs, platinum and more!
    Oops, I shot even more pictures of this one...(check out the engraving!)
    We first got this working with the new sapphire nicely, then engraved as Ray took off on the ring in the flavor that he enjoys doing, Each ring is slightly different, and all are really nice and dramatically engraved to last a lifetime. Came down Sunday fer this one, so never let it be said that I'm not willing to do what ever it takes for my clients.

    Another fine Kirch, a platinum ring with bagguettes and a sapphire, in platinum
    Yeah, perhaps others would have just charged you an arm and a leg for a new crown and just started over to rebuild this ring to take that sapphire, but if you take the prongs and gently bend and form them "before the stone goes in" then you can make this work just fine... Those local jewelers were right Dan, "They can't do that job" but of course, shamelessly I can do anything :) Rock on!!!! "only cost a finger and a toe my way {Grin}..." I learned long ago that saving a person money, and getting to a better job, were the two most valuable skills I refined to a keen edge. As a repeat client I like to point out that "my job is to provide the best, for less" and I take that quite seriously... Enjoy!!!
  • Doreen!!! The finished ring, now with even more details in the engraving..
    Doreen, that engraving is done now, and yer gonna love this! Just wanted you to see this ring today, so that you can see that even an existing ring can be engraved and new life brought to something you love, and now undoubtably you will love it even more, yes??? "Woof!!!"
  • Steven "B", great drawing, and I thought I'd just polish it a bit and define it better. Can't draw them all of course, but this is a great idea. The platinum ring is shown non taper but we can do that in the wax if the weight is too extreme in platinum, ready for a down and carving a wax. I'll want $250 to carve the wax and pull the diamonds and side stones together... Once I can weight the wax I can price the job... Call Bill with questions please...
  • 0.72 Ct "G-VS2" PrincessCut Drawing, and reference FAX for review,
    Now, here's sort of what I see based on our talk, this sketch and what I hear. Three small diamonds on each side, projected at about 0.03-0.04 carat each for the width to be such the "fan" doesn't push out, projected about 0.18 Ct... Body carved in wax single piece, fairly lighter, but with that nice 3mm shank, shown non-taper. The diamond would be set, then the 18Kt rails laid as a strip, for a very nice effect. The center crown is a series of defined v-caps, with cut aways below, one could cut a gallery window more like a basket crown too, but I show this solid for I'd like this strong as possible. Blow-up in upper left shows how the v-caps look close up :) ...does this rock or what?!?
  • Hee, Hee... "Friday Suprize!!" Andrea, see yer new friend by hitting this link!!!
     Tis always my practic and my sadistic pleasure to show someone anxiously waiting the job that I just finished that Friday evening/afternoon... Andrea, today is yer day and this weekend the thought of you scratching at yer monitor trying to get at this platinum wonder-ring, engraved and framed with twin matched trillions of some immense quality. Sorry about that "nail problem" Andrea, but while only about a week to complete this will be fun fer a lifetime... In the real world of platinum manufacturing you'd wait about four weeks or more for anything similar at all... Not like fast food, but rather preparing an elaborate feast and planning ahead... Tastey ring too :) Millgrained edging and the v-style crown really lends its self to that millgrain line to tie everying together... In a word "WOOF!!!" Have fun, enjoy the weekend and let me know how he withdrawels go... {Grin}... One more for the "real people!"...
  • Not a "Meager" offering, a very very narrow celtic / floral style with millgrain
    I was deaqd set against this one, for I have found that you need to have a good distance for the designs to really do their thing, but while this is but 3mm I think that we're 90% home. Once molded so we can make an exact matching pair for the wedding ring and engagement ring. The center area will be inset with a row of diamonds with common prongs, and the other ring the center crown will be installed in the center area, sectioned to frame the center sooo sweetly... Do we rock or what?!?!? That millgrained edging I'll cut by hand in the metal, but I think we have it, and I'm ready to pow-wow... {Grin}...
  • UPDATE II - The Killer Result Flame Design, now I approve!
    Well Scott, your came very nicely, hers amy be to small for that pattern.. Check out the pictures and get back to us... Terrific Improvement, Mucho better black ballence for depth... Now I must say that this design is pushing the envelope a whole bunch, I think that we're gonna have to hand recut the lines in the ladies for it is very narrow. The gent's works OK for the width is 7mm but taking the design down for a narrow ladies means a trip to the engrave to chase the lines, but if you OK that then we can begin. I just had to try again...

    I made the line weight very much heavier, and now the ladies ring stands a great chance of being more than faint lines for the engraver to follow, now we're talking dropped lines and a very nice result, the plate is being made, stand by fer more :)
  • Here is David's platinum ring Ray just engraved!!
    This is a very good example of how close you can look at what we do here, delicate hand engraving and a very cool pattern that is both classy and is durible as well... The diamond settles in this v-style crown, with classic lines and millgrained edging she will always appreciate this ring... Very sharp and very interesting, good taste and great value, Imagine that!!!
  • Hot Thread Alert!!!
     Ward! Here's yer dream, as a vision in the brain, with every potential in the world at hand...
    Sweetly and lovingly drawn by, why the client of course, and here they are the super stars, for we take their ideas and professionally render them into precious metal and gems, but now let's take this thread a step farther, shall we???

    The master plates are made, the design is locked in all it's wonderful potential, redrawn to get the best results, and a sweet and interesting design resulted. Notice the hands in the back??? Solitare on the top??? What a delight to set you loose to imagine and soar past where a retailer can breath air and survive, but that is where the dreams are... So we'll go there a bit farther right now, shall we???

    Finished ring, Massively fine result! When it all comes down, and the talking stops, then projects like this stand on their own... What a joy to work with you on your dreams, what a pleasure it is to see the best ideas come into the world, I feel like I'm delivering family heirlooms sort of like a doctor... ...for not always easy, the result warms the heart and makes the journey as sweet as the destination and end result... Enjoy and smile, you have the best!!!
  • UPDATE WAX FOR DAVID!!!
    Updated and spaced the trillions out a bit, a nice "Non-football" look... David, here is the view of your first wax and more of her ring..
    Just give us a call or e-mail to let us know it looks great! This is a great thread here... David has a very beutiful ring...This one was a pleasure to create, because it was a good idea and the customers were so patient. This ring speaks for it self! Now, Ray here with commentary... This is to be thought of at the "Low-Rider" look, for I make extra efforts to get that center down very very low, and keep the profile of the ring very low to the hand. This engagement ring is a smoker, just a fine example of what a very nice ring should indeed be. Those v-caps are very well defined and will keep the trillions tight and right for a lifetime... Yes, it's that good...
  • 3.50 Carats of radiating "D" magnificient ideal cut diamond that we're sending today to absolutely stun their world, for this is a diamond of the magnitude that is seldom seen in the real world, I have to say that when impressive diamonds are measured and assessed on their merits and their quality that this is in outer-space for quality, and you will be thrilled beyond words... I trust that when you open this box that you will let a ray of sun hit that diamond and blow your world into small fragments of light and color... Light engine, warp drive... "Woof" Platinum six prong like frosting on the cake!!! "Someone pinch me, I must be dreaming!!!!" Rock on!!! The Energizer Bunny comes second to you in stored impressive energy, so beat the drum, and get ready, yer eye blaster in in transit!!!
  • Thompson Machine Gun, reapeating elegant engraving graces the platinum chank now!
    Twin very fine sapphires in platinum flank the elegant center in the four prong crown, and the ornimental work on the prongs and the beadwork along the gallery bridge work make this very special... Strong and smart, very affordable and very cool, fire a burst of joy pellets at yer sweety, and engraved by Ray is again the story here :) Shamelessly yours, Ray :)
  • Sandra Bullock, Marquise Lover's Gather around the flickering light and get warm...
    Take a super fine cuper cut 1.21 carat Marquise and set in tastefully into the fine v-cap style solitare that you see before you and you have a symbol that will equal the challenge and the need. Sweet and graceful, the solitares are the perfect home for a diamond, for they complement rather than distract form the fantastic diamond. "Rock on!!!" Hollywood lights were never so bright and dazzeling, enjoy!!!!
  • Mark, yer happy bucker will be "Full by a ton" when you see this bagguette wonder ring!
    Sheets of finely matched bagguettes, flush and lush in the body of the shank, flowing and growing up to the center diamond, which stands as a magnificient beacon of light and good taste. Engraved delicately inside too, for the personal touch, and a custom made to order job that rocks with the best fancy smancy designer brand on planet. No self important "the name is everything here" folks, one reason we run under the strange monicer "Tradeshop.com" if because we are born of the shop, the process and the building, not from the merchindizing and sales, halogen and stuffed teddy bears from Hong Kong side. Perhaps you will find this side of the street much more fun, "we do!"... {Grin}...
  • Russ Riedmuller, here's the trillion "Low-Rider" chassy as well as the reference ring (H-201)
    that you pointed at, and we can most certianly go forward based on this on, loose the gallery spagetti and make the shank work just the same way. Engraving is the last step, but the body of the ring is what we need to lock in right now... Rock on Russ :) This a great ring, the bridge-work lowrider and all that but if you really like the way that other ring works we can meld what you like into the new ring of each of the reference rings... The trillions are great, and I want to get on this :)
  • Julie Andrews, yer gonna float away without the umbrella when you see this art!
    7 small diamonds will grace the center of this celtic motiff ring, that breaks into a floral leaf style design as it go to the back of the shank. At 3mm this is a strecth, but the art looks great and I think that we should have the plate tomorrow so we'll see the lay of the land then... I'm hand building that diamond section but the only way I can get the celtic that small is this priocess.
  • Steven, you won't have to stop by McDonnalds, the price is right, but check out your design man!!!
    Very much a first class design here, took me a pound of time to redraw this over again, the FAX maching breaks things down to 200PI and these are much higher than that :) Steve's design is great, the ballence of light to dark will assure good definition. Stand by stave, fasten yer seatbelt, let me know that you like, and we're off instantly!!!
  • Here's the art for the Celtic "Charlie" Swirl Pattern Design!!!
    The taste of the ancient art of the celts, stirred gently thru a ring making process, and while I show many a fine ring design, I also can make yours dome true as well. There are a few nice people that I'm doing this design for in various flavors, so tand by and "smile"...
  • Mr. Martinis, I'm positive you'll love the finished ring!
    This was engraved after it was assembled, I think it's very beautiful, don't you??
  • Loren, yer gonna turn "Greene" when you see how fine this came out...
    This is a Bonanza for the diamond and platinum lover, another hand engraved tradeshop offering, with diamonds gracing the sides of the shanks, and the eleborate engraving, the closer ya look the more you will love. There are many very expensive brand-name manufacturers, who's product is markedup 300% but we look at the ring, not the name, and build what our client's want. Sweetly comfort-fitted too, with traditional beadwork and diamonds framed with millgrained edge. See the double chevron at the end of the diamond row??? "Woof!!"
  • Bill is getting an emerald and diamond ring created
    Here is a couple of pictures of the stone we are going to use, top quality parts mean a top quality ring!! Now, just know that we're gonna carve this wax as a single piece, and the diamonds will go up and down the finger very tastefully. A very small finger size, we're going to make a most elegant and tasteful ring with these diamonds and this fine emerald, stand by for a blaster world class ring wax mock up as soon as the stones are approved :)
  • Pete decided to upgrade this with a nicer center diamond.
    Duane found for him this great 1.33 ct. G VS2, and we got these beautiful emerald cuts that weigh in at 0.69 ct. total, and here you go. This is a classic look, and will knock here socks off! It's on it's way to you Pete! I have this quest in life, to try and offer the best for less, and I must say that this if a fine example, a very fine platinum ring here and trimmed with the nicest and most lovely matched emerald cuts that one can buy. Very low and very cool, this is the way jewelry is suppose to look folks, not like that mall crap that must be kick started with halogens and greased with free cups of coffee... That was yesterday, tradeshop is today... {Modest, ain't I?!?}... :)
  • Another picture of the magnesium plates, this time for Ken, a great swirly pattern...
    Ken took the time to pick the exact pattern he wanted form the celtic pages..here they are ready to mold... Ken, Ray here... I'm not happy with the design and I want you to call me please, this is not as well defined as it should be and I'd like to discuss a few alternatives with you... Please give me a call, for your happiness is what I really want to make sure that I address...
  • Picture of a wax for Susan, showing a 1/2 bezel ring
    Susan is adding corners to the bottom of the shank, and having a matching band made also..watch for th emodified waxes soon....
  • A magnificient Celtic Cathedral, "Pierced" nicely and detailed
    A very nice ring and a very good idea here, a way to both have the great celtic look in a more modern ring than a straight band. A possible matching band for the pierced celtic ring.
    Sometimes simple is better, this ring matches up nicely, sine the eng. ring has flat sides, the fit is perfect.. Paul has been eagerly awaiting some of our first "pierced Celtics"
    A matching set of original designs unlike any other rings!!! Very cool, and words can hardly describe them!!
  • Ann and Wayne have approved the art, and now have a magnesium blank to see.
    I shot a couple of pictures of these and remembered, "Oh yeah! They're going to be antiqued when done." So I antiqued them, and now Ann and Wayne can get a better idea of what these will look like. Unless I hear from you folks, we're sending them to the shop tomorrow, and they'll be on their way to two-tone gold!
  • Randy wants to see how these two will look together.
    He and his gal are thinking about using this great stock ring, and taking a blank pipe ring, adding a few diamonds, make some modifications, and voila, a unique wedding set. The fantastic detail work on the engagement ring, and the plans they have for the wedding ring, will make this a distinct wedding set you won't see in any mall!
  • The final ring of the set, a custom designed by the client platinum ring for Andi
    What a set of rings here, with the engraving, more unique you wont find on any continent! Here is A view of his ring nearly finished too, a more unique set you will never find! Both designed by Andi, the look is bloody fabulous!!
    Andy, the race is run, we have a world class result here, in platinum and diamond! A crisp form fitted set and a floating diamond look that is both smart and safe, for we always put a connecting floor beneath the diamonds so your beautiful diamond does not "float away"... I think the term "Tension Set" was coined by the first customer who lost their diamond, but things are more planned here, and much less tense {Grin}... Andy, as always, a distinct pleasure to make another dream come true!!!

    Andy had a tiny wax modification, which is now done...
    A great set this will be, and you can see the delicate engraving that Jerome has planned, yummie and sweet, this will be a classic for sure, and one of the finer threads in my pages for all times.
  • Carved floral shank and crown for Carter
     This ring is made for a larger center stone, and will also have engraving on the bottom 1/2 of the shank also.What say you Carter????
  • Paul wanted something a little heavier....
    We had Tim carve up this very sturdy wax. Now it's made of 14K gold, has five of the original seven diamonds, and we hope it's going to be more comfortable for you, Paul. It'll soon be on it's way to you!
  • Lou "B" that Platinum Custom Ring is Done!!! Elegant with diamonds and millgrain
    We sold Lou this magnificient Radiant Cut diamond, and the original stock mounting, but ya know, when I went to work on it I noticied a bad crack in the diamond area, so I scrapped the stock ring and built a custom ring for Lou, who has been my poster-child for patients and good humor... I could have ordered another factory ring of course, that is what I sold, but I wanted this diamond's home to be amazingly first class, so I built this from scratch... 30 diamonds grace the shank, and a traditional beadset high definition setting is customary (Shameless dog that I am)... I showed the old ring's shanks in some shots, the new one is way heavier, comfort-fitted and basically "Bullet-Proof"... {Grin}... Yeah yeah yeah, I used larger diamonds in the new one, but the scale is better with the larger diamond center, so the ring went on steroids and is now a world class plush and buff ring... Enjoy guys!!!!
  • Adam had already gotten an eng. ring, and wanted matching bands Ray engraved all 3 of these rings, so they match very well. Unique and stylish, and in platinum they will last for many decades to come!!
  • Amgad has a beatiful new ring!! This was a custom piece made from a picture, This one took a little longer than expected. Our wax carver came through for us though..
  • Lydia has a pair of Celtics ready for the FedEx folks!
    A perfect example of a client combining some existing artwork with some of their own to create a unique set of rings. Ray got the artwork nailed to a tee, and now Lydia and her guy have a special pair of wedding rings. Enjoy!
  • Hey Bob! It's a platinum ring now!
    Ray has this on his bench, and will finish and set it, and will be ready to come your way!
  • Mark wanted a square version of this baguette ring
    He liked an earlier version, but wanted crisp square corners, we got it!!
  • Darryl is having a 2 tone ring being built
    Set with 5 princess cut diamonds per side, and in 2 colors, another "Dream ring" come true..
  • Jennifer has a mtching band made to fit her eng. ring
    In platinum, wtih engraving, this will be a very neat wedding set!! Give us the GO! and we will cast it for you Jen..
  • I "Kemp" putting this off, but I finally I have this just the way I wanted it to be...
    This is a very creative blend of two different designs, and two elements from one of them. I worked the ends of everything so that they make great sense and keep the repeating designing of the celtic knotts pure. but I simply love this one and the space for sizing will be kept to a minimum, but it's smart to have it there... "Trust me on that :)"
  • Mindy, the pearshape is set, my fingers are sore, and we're shipping today!
    A really fun ring to do for you, this was a really excellent project that I think many will find interesting, I think that you however will find this "dancing on the ceiling" material. I have to go fix my fingers, but I wanted you to see this, and it's in the FEDEx right now, so get excited :)

    Mindy, Engraved with a delicate pattern, more millgrain and ready for the crown!
     I carried the baggette area's shape down the sides, and bordered it with a millgrained edge, that center area sort of whispered in my ear, and I just followed the lines of the ring, and listened. Great thing about that stylized leave pattern I use is that it is dramatic and deep, so it wears like iron. Really fun working with this ring, which is why I came to the web in the first place!!! To have fun and to make a difference!

    Mindy has waited for a double millgrain platinum masterpiece, "Wait no more!"
    Well, that's not quite true, but I did get the diamonds all set and the double millgrain done, and now there is but the center crown to install and letting Jerome have the time to do the detailed engraved shank. The shank is going to be engraved in the spirit of the Lisa Shea design, and that is one that Jerome does that I can't. I do the leafy style shanks and the line designs, but Jerome is the master of the scrolls and hearts. Mindy, I think we should get this done without the shank engraving, then engrave it when you have about a week or two for Jerome to do his killer job, that party we don't want to miss :)

    Here's the Big Picture, to see the millgrain and the fun that we've started :) A great ring is soon to be finished here, but here's where we are thus far :) Now to the crown install and set the center, the other stages come after that :)
  • Yer not gonna need "De Martini's" to be delerious once you see this!!
    No strong drink needed, yer gonna love this one. This project started when the client had an unfortunate accident. They had a similar ring, with a chipped trillion, so we matched the good one, built a very substantial mounting to replace the old one, and re-set the slightly chipped trillion in a very nice matching platinum pendant... Platinum, emerald cuts and trillions??? "Woof!" One more week and this will soon be engraved in a similar style to a very fine ring we made before for stunning effect. When you think custom, and creativity you gotta think Tradeshop...

    Steven "G", der Wax is done, hold on to yer hat :)
    Trillions and Marquise and rows of raised diamonds, imagination here is not dumbed down by disinterested sales-clerks, like in stores... We don't have any "sales-clerks" but rather folks who have spent their lives building jewelry :) Refreshing ain't it, when the products and your satisfaction come first, instead of trying to build five more "friend in the diamond business" strip mall store in the chain... {Grin}... Don't let the spelling fool ya, here's where creativity and value went to hide... Enjoy!!!
  • The Shuler's have a ring ready to go...
    A platinum and diamond beauty, with a 2 ct. center and 6mm trillions, there is alot of sparkle here!!!
  • Using their Ruby, we set this ring for the Mahoney's with 5mm diamonds trillions
    Must be platinum and trillion day, this Ruby makes the center peice of a classic mounting..
  • Wax model of a possible ring elwahab, 3 round diamonds across...
    Soon to be a finaished, ring, this one is a rush, so call now to approve...
  • Marty now has a wedding band that form fits the engagement ring!!
    The wedding band was carved to fit the engagement ring perfectly by our master wax carver... He can also do animals, faces, and just about anything that you can take a picture of!!
  • "Liz" Taylor is considering a most yummie Oval Diamond, so we have two to take a look at today,
    The first diamond on the program is a sweet. "D-VVS2" 1.61 carat fireball Oval, GIA graded and how perfection is measured, and next on the program, for the breathtaking over the two carat look we have a prime time. "F-VS2" 2.02 Carat Uber-Oval w/ 63.7% depth, 53% table and perfect shape for the top of the tip of the point of perfection. Legandary diamonds, for a Blue Ribbon result.
  • Chris sent in his tsavorites to be set in our platinum ring
     The result is spectacular! Theses green garnets from africa are a very nice green!, engraved ring for her coming soon...
  • Mike really wanted a big stone, but with a "D" color this one is big and beautiful!!! The perfect ring!!!
  • Captain Howdy, yer gonna love this magic show :).
     Captain Howdy's wax isn't wax anymore! We got this back from the shop today, and knew he and his gal would need to see it, even though we haven't had a chance to set the diamonds. Ray is excited to get started on this, so it's out from under the camera, and on to his bench!

    Whoa Captain! Don't blink. When Ray set's his mind on setting a nice ring up, he doesn't fool around. I was still typing the text above, and he handed the engagemanet ring off to Gary to shoot these newest finished pictures, a classic family heirllom project here! . This is a nicely done set, and someday, we'll share with the world the way they went from the drawing board to her finger. We hope you enjoy!

  • Kecia has a super cool platinum and princess cut diamond ring ready
    The graduated sizes of the diamonds taper nicely towards the ends.. This gives the look of one large diamond across the finger, what say you Kecia?
  • Lydia has some magnesium blanks of her designs to look at.
    Ray took her designs, scanned them and cleaned them up, made a plate out of them, and here they are as magnesium rings. We'll rubber mold these to get waxes, and they're off to the shop to become gold treasures for you both.
  • Bob wants a ring that's just a cut above an 'off-the-shelf' ring
    We had Randy carve this wax for us, and set Bob's 1.00 ct of diamonds into it, and it's ready to be cast. Give us your approval Bob, and we're on our way with this one for you.
  • Kathryn has a neat princess cut ring, with pearshape accents burnished in the band.
    A great way to set the accent diamonds, and a great diamond in the center! made to order, another dream come true...
  • Andrea wanted to see this awesome princess cut Emerald
    This is a 1.35 ct. lab created emerald. Same lovely look as the finest of genuine emeralds, simply grown in a lab instead of in the ground..... Using the finest of Platinum Shanks (heavier version) and wonderfully matched Trillion 5mm Diamonds we're destine for a killer ring, and under $2K for it in platinum, finished and done :) "Cool huh?!?" See folks, it's not fine quality that is expensive, it was those retail markups... We're here to take a bit out of that stuff, and simply offer more for less :)
  • Robin had a matching band made to enhance the engagement ring she already has....
    Jerome has done an incredible job of engraving again! Tell us you love it Robin, and you can have the ring tomorrow...
  • Royce has a set of celtic rings ready to go!
    With one of our most elaborate patterns, these turned out very nicely. It is tough to catch the details of a snowflake in a ring, these come pretty close...
  • Nicholas, I hope you can see the engraving, and the ring is done :)
    The ring is a sweet platinum mounting that is set with peridots in the shank, so that there are no prongs, snags and problems are solved before the client slips this ring on their finger, which is the way it should be... Engraving ready, ring ready, and the center crown is a bit narrower because it is not yet opened up to set the center diamond, which will be done on that end, so I push the prongs together so that I can set the side stones perfectly... When you want cool, hit this page!!!

    Nicholas, with twin matched peridots, and a tulip crown, a sweet ring will result
    Built so that the peridots blend into the shank, and so that the tulip crown sets down low and safe inside the slot that we have blocked out for just that reason. This will be sleek and smart, a smooth and trouble free ring that she will really enjoy wearing... Pleasure showing you the wax, it's the first step on the way to that world class ring you see, the hint of which is before you. Call Gary and this is moving to the next step... Enjoy!!
  • Cheryl Johnson, that Pave ring we had planned fer you??? "IT's Magnificent!, THIS WILL MAKE YOU "CRAZY!!!"
     As a thirty year diamond setter, master jeweler and shop owner I must say that setting pave' jobs is one thing that separates the "men from the boys" in diamond setting, and while talk is cheap results speak for themselves... Shameless dog I am, for I know that there is a strip mall jeweler looking' at Cheryl's brand new ring that I just set today, and thinking "How the hell do I compete with that?!?" The answer is clearly, "You don't..." It's always my distinct pleasure to shatter some customer's mental state, by showing them their family heirloom on "Friday" and they can't have it yet... {Grin}... Stinker, ain't I?!? {Grin}...

    Welcome to Tradeshop, and a flagship job that I shall always field as an example of both Cheryl's great taste and imagineation as well as technical skill... All you store dudes who can remember saying to a worthy tradesman "But those guys will do it for a quarter cheaper" be careful, you might just create your worst nightmare!!! Where the builders and doers get together with the owners and folks who want wonderful things made, then what ever shall you do?!?!? {Grin}... Loads of time polishing jewelry cases and waiting for the next "filter-feeder" jewelry buyer who you and grab their plastic :) This has 156 full cut top quality diamonds pave' set into the white top, which I shot from the inside so you can see it's not a strip mall plated top that will wear out once yer check clears... "HERE'S ONE FOR THE REAL PEOPLE!!"

    Cheryl Johnson, another repeat offender, with a smashing wax made to hold her Gem...
    Garnet's come in many colors, and Cheryl has a real gem here, and a ring that is worth of hold this. Strong and sound, and holding the stone gracefully inside without having the large stone make it seem absurd and clunky... When I 'pave this with diamond you will be amazed at how it turns this into a christmas tree of firey display and constant enjoyment... I love pave too!!!, and I'm damn good at it too :) "Rock On!!!" That ring we built earlier was a sweet treasure Oh my, but we do love custom!!!!
  • Never leave any stone unturned!
    Dyann wanted a replacement for a lost earring, and the first pair we sent weren't close enough. So she let us have the leeway to search high and low, and our part supplier came up with the perfect match. As for the diamond, we raised our sights a little, and came up with this G color, VS 1 to match your original, and here we have it. Your earring is part of a pair, again!
  • Meagan, you have a new Celtic Cathedral in yer immediate future :)
    This is a great ring, the "Greek Key" design and a very nice 4mm non-tapered version we have here indeed. Get that finger warmed up there Megan, this will be coming at you very soon, I think this is in the final quality control phase and that means that the wait of over, so relax... {Grin}... With that wedding coming up soon the ring is the last thing to worry about, that's in the bag :) Enjoy!!!
  • Mindy, you have waited long enough :) Meet yer new best friend :)
    Rock and roll, here we have a prime example of what really cool is all about, in sapphires and diamonds that Mindy already had :) Platinum bold, note the nicely comfort-fitted inside, if you want a sharp edge you have to "rent one"... {Grin}... Strong too, this is solid platinum and is a substantial ring that will forever be trouble free, I hate that mall crud that is designed to last as long as an out of state check takes to clear... Now you have alternatives and choices, and options that span the length and width of your imaginations, in this page you see dreamers for sure... ...but perhaps Mindy shows that "Dreams can come true" better than most... Here's to you gal!!!

    Mindy will shout when she sees this new wax, and plant ten thousand more flowers in the yard :)
    What we have here is the new wax, with wider more lush channels that can be split and millgrained... "Woof!" AAAaahhh Mindy, here's the first step in a massively stunning ring, amazingly sweet! Here's where the rubber meets the road, the princesscut sapphires are a vivid and very fine and sparkely "Princesscut" and when this makes the transition inot the round diamonds it's clean, fluid and elegant, did you expect less?!? {Grin}... yer my poster child fer a nice person to work with, and we'll make this soooo special that you will shower us with godivia willingly... {Grin}... ...man I can be shameless, but we do good work, not great work, no fantastic work, and for you it shall always be so :)

    The look of the Lisa Shea style double row millgrain, and another legendary project to make retail jeweler's knees start knocking'... Oh, they come here too, you bet yer bottom dollar they do, because we represent a new way of doing business, and one that does not demand 300% retail markups which is the norm... {Grin}... Rockin' yer world :)

    Mindy!!! Earrings too?!? We gotta get you into a twelve step program or something!
    {Grin}... Sweet squared up square cut sapphires in platinum, sweetly held (smartly too) in V-caps, so they will be strong, safe and trouble free. Set don't just "squirt things out" here :) We take the time, and use high quality techniques and parts... Note the double threaded platinum screw backs??? "Woof"...

    Mindy deserves seeing the steps, so here's the raw casting as I move forward to nirvana
    Photographed before I started the finishing process, raw and ready to rock... I hope that you forgive me a bit, I was sicker than a dog for about two weeks, and now that both eyes are focusing in the same place again we begin a challenging and most excellent project, "for real!!!" Note that the ring will be bold, exciting and very unique indeed, with the six rows of channel set stones, alternating rows of diamonds and sapphires, with baguettes that are banked up the center area, where the crown goes... a world class ring here, so no more rolling around in the dirt... (inside joke there :)

    Here we go Mindy!!!!, the first of Several platinum diamond and sapphire treasures!
    Soon to be a 6 channel, 4 baguette, I pearshape Unique ring...Of and a Alternating round diamond and square sapphire ring, and some matching earrings.. More to come for Mindy!!! Rows of diamonds are very cool! This is not to be engraved but I wanted to show you this, just so you can appreciate what we do here :) ...call me a ham, it's OK... ..."really"...
  • Susanna, here's you beautiful ring with out the center stone...
    This platinum ring is perfect for the type of person who wants their diamond to jump out and do all the explaining. With the match baguettes, where can you go wrong?? Simple but elegant!!

  • Corun, take a look at the masters and see if this is the perfect rings fer you guys!
    When it comes time to move I know how to do just that, and I also wanted to say that while this design is great for gold I think platinum would have been less than excellent anyway, so gold is fer the best by far!!! Check out the new plates, and call me instantly... Wider rails, so that should do it nicely, yes?!? If the rings are perfect we're on trace and on time in gold, if not... well, that is a different story...

    Corun, worry not about this celtic ring job, the plate should be here today 3-19
    I took yer art and placed a nice border on the edge, for a dead straight edge, and while I really also liked the without rails drawing too I like the bordered version more. A great balance between black and white assures a good dramatic effect and resolution, Imaged at 1200dpi too, so we'll have a silky neat design.. Close, but on track :) "Rock on!!!"
  • Paul wants something a little heftier than an "off the shelf" mounting.
    So, we've carved him a wax, and are awaiting his approval to continue this ring on it's way to his finger. A very nicely weighted gents ring with 5 X 3.0 millimeter diamonds that will accent her wedding set beautifully. This will be a great ring for him, as these pictures show. Finely photographed against our favorite background. Give anybody any ideas????
  • Christina, here's with out the antique, those celtic beauties
    White gold beauties to be sure, and we like to leave an area for sizing, so that as our lives change and size that you can easily service these rings, with out having to have the pattern cut... On the ladies ring there is fully well 75% pattern, which ends very tastefully too I might ass in yer drawing... The gent's has an area that would be at least 2/3rds of the circle patterned, with where the "business working hands" will bang the lower 1/3rd fairly significantly I'd say... I can lengthen the design if you wish, I'd make a new plate for that, but I think you'd agree that where it counts these rings are full, well defined and an elegant expression of the intertwined celtic knotts, and the meaning of the unbroken symmetry... Neat rings!!!
  • Slow hand Luke, Just a classic Emerald cut and Baguette Platinum Treasure here!
    Imagine, a magnificient 1.57 carat Emerald cut that is "E-VS1" on a prime GIA certificate, and more than that, just look at the magnificent shape of this diamond, this is what emerald cuts are all about folks! More fun than an "eattin' Hard Boiled Eggs Contest", with tapered baguettes set in platinum for that elegant and classic look. Nice here, timeless elegance... Yer gonna be a hero very soon, we shipped today!!!!!!
  • Captain Howdy is having the most amazing wedding set built, princesscuts for accents!
    Delicately substantial, and a treat to behold, the set will be form fitted and very elegant indeed, with prime princesscuts accenting the center diamond, this is a ring that we really love here, strong and ornate, a lasting treasure that will delight. Dad's watching, so I want to make sure that since he was responsible for the Y2K problem in large measure that we please him greatly too :) Here's one fer the real people, and when this is done look for finished shots to delight, and please :) Rock on!!!!!!! Soon in metal and going great!!!
  • ATTENTION PEOPLE OF THE SOUTHEAST! Protect your ears!! Margaret is seeing her ring for the first time!
    Well Margaret, may we formally introduce you to "The Wall". I hope you like it as well as we do. This dazzling 2.17 ct. F SI-1 radiant cut center has found a home next to almost a carat of E-F color princess cuts, and over a half carat of E-F color rounds, all channel set in this one of a kind two-tone 14 K ring. This is sure to turn heads wherever you take it. Plan on having this on your finger tomorrow!
  • "Hey Adam!!! Eve is just gonna go nutz when she sees this ring!!!
    Comparing apples to apples, even in the garden of eden yer not likely to ever see a wonder like this, a new wax wedding ring, form fitted and soon to be in that lush white metal, hand engraved with delicate matching design, and a winner ring, not just a great ring, but an uber-ring yer not ever gonna find in the finest of strip malls stores... There you can find the mundane, here you can not... ...shameless dog-man I am, but it's true!!!
  • Brian G is a wizard no doubt, and he's the wizards new wax
    Just what the doctor ordered, and sweetly symmetrical indeed. This will make ya happier and fill ya with joy, let's get this bad boy done fer you, then we can build the gal's ring to fit and match :) Andi helped design this unique set himself!!!
    From across the world, Andy sent us his ideas, and we made them in wax.. This first platinum ring was a show stopper, now it is a complete designer set!
  • Christina, celtic is the game, and elegant is the name
    When you think of custom celtics think of Tradeshop, not off the shelf factory debris here folks, but rather just built one at a time, with some large measure of taste and judgement... Rocking rings here, love the look!!!
  • Steamboat Willie, is Minnie gonna be delighted entirely!!!
    There are two stands here, sort of an "A" and an "AA" quality, but there are no second places here, just pearls to please for a lifetime and more :) The first stand #8098, this strand is gorgeous, 16 inches unknotted, and these are a nice pinkish white lush color, dreamy pearls here ... 7-7 1/2 mm too, so big and beautiful we have in spades...

    The second on the menu is the lovely Stock #8154 and this is a beauty too, and a more lusterous and thicker nacher, the lack of blemishes and blemishes make both great, this set is just a tad cleaner and a bit more lustrous, and a white pinkish lush tones and color await the lucky owner... Not like those mall "GolfBalls with Holes" that you find everywhere else, but bought loose as an unknotted strand, and strung to the wears choices of clasps... Call Duane fer more, and to you jewelry junkies out there "We do Pearls!!!!"...
  • Keith Richards!!! A Rock Star you shall be!!! 1.26 Carats of legandary stature!
    You talking this ring??? This is the platinum ring that I really like fer trillions, the heavier ring is a joy for those v-caps are perfect trouble free solutions... Twin 5mm tip to tip diamonds in the VS-F-G range is not a problem, and I think the weight on those would place them at 0.50-0.60 total weight... For the lighter version where you hit about 30 points total is 4mm but this ring needs more... Here's a sample I just made,gotta love this ring, and about $1500 turns the ring, with 5mm trillions too!!! Platinum and "VS" trillions of the "F-G" flavor??? ""Woof"... {Grin}...
  • Radiant Cuts do not generally have perfect ratios, this one does...
    Beam me up Scotty, says "Captain Kirk", and this is surely a destination that is the best of all worlds. We see loads of stubby Radiant cuts, you know, the 1.1-1.2:1 doggys, well feast yer eyes on this diamond, vid-snap by yers truly, and a surely most desirable and wondrous uber-diamond... This will rock yer world for sure, and signal the space shuttle when you go outside on a sunny day... {Grin}... You might want to invest in some dark glasses... {Grin again}...
  • Valerie Dunleavy Likes Diamond Solitaire Pendants, and why not?
    Great and elegant look, and while this is the sort with the very thin bezel that just covers the girdle, so the culet and lower half of the diamond is exposed, we can do this one or a version where the bezel comes down as low as needed to protect the culet, and really more like protect yer blouses and shirts and stuff. {Grin}... Either way, I advocate using a very well cut diamond like this o.34 carat for the pendant, where with "F-VS1" dramatic beauty is assured. The chain and pendant at $200, and the diamond at $800, ya have to admit... Even there in Ireland there's not a pot 'o gold like this I bet {Grin}... We are ready to rock yer world, just give us a hollar on the other side of the world and we'll begin this today, about three days we ship :) "Here's one for the real people!" ...I'll bet Irish eyes are most definitely smiling' right now... {Grin}...
  • Natalie and Dave took a break from their respective tours, and are buying a ring!
    They've selected this great 1.17 round E VS2 for the center, and a pair of .33 ct side stones. We've put together this great mounting from some stock parts they selected, and created a dazzling engagement ring for her. Another family heirloom-to-be on the way.
  • Bill wanted to see this 0.51 ct. G-VS1 marquise diamond
    Ready to rock yer world Bill, note that in a marquise it is the shape which is sort of critical, and as you see we have an aspect ratio that is designed to please, and actually this diamond is way way better than you might expect, that ultra fine VS1 combines with the great cut for life and brilliance... Get ready, coming at ya :)
  • Carol is thinking about some earrings,
    Great diamonds, wonderfully matched too, and while set in yellow gold I will set these in platinum over night when you say the word... Not just great diamonds either, but really really eye clean diamonds that you will treasure and love, you see we make a practice of exceeding our client's expectations by a light year or more, and yer set for a most happy experience indeed!!!!! Call me now, and let's get started :)
  • Dave has a huge celtic ring ready to rock...
    A great ring here, a dramatic and a bold expression of good taste here folks, and this is from my collection of winner designs... Love the ring Dave!!!

    Dave is designing a very detailed and wide celtic ring
    How does this look Dave? we will mold this to make your ring. Just tell us the proportions look good.. Ray here, and I was really concerned that the elaborate design that Dave furnished would not work well unless very wide, I also made the pattern nicely repeat too so that the design goes easily 3/4 of the, or more... In gold this will work great, in platinum the design would suffer... Love the look, so let's rock on :) *Soooo, yer a mac guy huh?!? {Grin}... I live and breath Macs, and we're macheads to the core here... Perhaps that "Think Differently" Apple campaign is more appropriate than you might think, Apple computer flew a video team up from San Francisco a while back, and spent the day filming yer's truly... Perhaps we'll make that raw video they sent me a quicktime, it was soooo cool... That apple logo and us featured...
  • The 1.69 ct. sapphire, with 4mm trillions and a 25b shank..
  • Debbie, here's a jewelry production fit fer the Warner Brother's Studio!"
    First, my favorite baby, the celtic swirl ring with the contrasting metal rails, nicely "plump" and bold, and really a great ring with taste and flavor that eludes most retailers. Made to order, the way you want... The second ring is a highly detailed ring that is the white center and yellow borders, nicely milled and very interesting indeed... Ready to rock yer world, and be another example of what we do here, "Listen to our clients" and we have the experience to respond with class and style :) ..shameless, yes?!?
  • Proportions? Sure, I can show you the proportions!
    Here is how your center looks against the baguettes we've picked for you. As for the color match, we're right on track. These are going to look fabulous in the platinum wedding set. Let us know what you think.
  • Ah, Glen... The flavor of the ancient art celtic knott designs, interwoven like the bear's lives
    I think this is one of the finer forms of the celtic art tradition, the complex knott patters are really amazing, there are great books at borders and many finer shops of designs you can use, plus instrucion on how to design your own art... Here the bold and the unique are the rule of the day, enjoy the difference and we love you "real people" out there :) From me and the gang, yer the tops!!!
  • Martin, Yer gonna think "Oregan" is the state where jewelry and fine diamond went to hide
    Ya know, when you take a fine platinum ring that is designed and cast with the bezel in place, just perfect to fit the diameter, and no seams by benchmonkeys that try hard, but leave craters and pits and... ...sorry, got carried away there {Grin}... Crisp and clean, there is no safer way to set a diamond, and when the diamond is a raging ideal cut AGS (000) then the effect is even better... OOOooohhh AAaaahhhh... Gotta love when common sense, uncomon value and professional work come together, fer less! These are available for all sizes too, in gold shank, and all platinum, the way you want... "Rock on!!!"
  • Paul, I also wanted you to sort of see the process, your pierced celtic treasures!
    The metal plates are rubber molded, and I capture the flavor and shape in silicon trick reverse, and a trip to the wax pot makes fer a wax to begin the manufacturing last wax casting process. So guys and gals, "here's one for the real people, just they way they want it!"

    Paul wanted a pierced through design, so now we have a pierced set to check out
    Shown with the original ring, I think we have improved on the design a little, what do you think? {Grin}... Ray here, and it is my distinct pleasure to show you about the most defined and totally pierced thru set of matching rings that I have ever built. I can't tell ya how much I like these rings, the lines and the bolder and stronger size of the design was what was needed, without borders it works great!!! The gent's ring is a killer matching ring, and again a bold and elegant new design that I'm pleased to make for you's guys... Ready to get rocking, let's start a talking'... {Grin}...
  • Yo Bill, this is well worth the wait, larger baguettes and a nice lush look.
    Crisply trimmed with fine baguettes, and larger than are available in the stock ring that we had originally ordered. Very strange that the manufacturer decided that you liked elaborate engraving, I just about dropped off my chair when I saw that, but here.s yer uber-ring, and I trust that you will enjoy and treasure this greatly... Enjoy!!!
  • Kathy, yer not gonna be dissapointed with either of these Emerald Cut Treasures!
    Yer gonna think that the sun landed on yer finger, from yer boat in the Bahamas yer gonna signal low flying aircraft! after ya see these very fine, very fine diamonds of legendary proportions. We have "two"... First is the ultra fine 3.01 Carat Emerald Cut with about the finest 1.5:1 aspect ratio and shape that I've ever seen, in the prime GIA "VS1-F" flavor, surely a yummy and delightful experience for any emerald cut lover... Next, and by no means second in beauty, is the 2.80 Carat "E-VS1" on the prime GIA cert... "Woof"... Either diamond is "HUGE" and both are amazingly nice.The fine "E" color or the aspect ratio, the problems Kathy has to deal with, floating around in the sun... Here in Oregon we see that in books, but I still don't believe that the sun really is that warm and bright :)
  • Pete, this is going to drive her crazy!!!
    From across the room, you'll be able to see this bad dog burning bright! This is what a solitaire looks like, better get out you sun glasses.... We are not responsible for retinal damage!!
  • A few added details for Kecia, some nice rounded side areas..
    Princesscut Lover? Kecia, you will simply adord this family heirloom,
    Size 10 1/2 and just simply rockin' fine, graduated princesscuts and a nice weighty ring, this will put footprints on yer ceiling for sure. Over a Carat of finely tuned princesscuts, tapering sweetly. this will be strong and will be safe. Gotta love full metal jacket custom in platinum, yes????
  • Mr.Savage here's your beautiful diamond, it'll knock your socks off!!!! This VVS2 is just to brilliant, I could hardly take these pictures.!. This will light up your life... Give us a call and let us know what you think... "Beautiful!!!"
  • Hey Jeff Mc... "This is gonna ring the bell fer sure!!! AGS (000) Ideal Cut!
    Killer diamond here, bright and very lively, this is the one for the perfection lover too, for the AGS triple ideal cuts are both lovely and there is not really a brighter of more dramatic diamond out there than this make... Enjoy, "Big Time!"
  • Will a very nice Sapphire fit into my ring??? That is a question I think we answer nicely here.
    So you take a ring that has a very nice diamond set in it, strong prongs and all that, and want to set a nice strong sapphire in it's place, well I just wanted to set this 2.02 carat round 7mm prime sapphire into yer ring to thrill and amaze... "hamm I am"... Powerfully interesting, and while we haven't quite worked out the bugs in the new light box I built, I think Gary shows this quite nicely, and to good effect. We also have the other sapphire round, previewed in the link below, but I thought that 2.02 was the "perfect" on fer yer ring, so I set it :) ...simple as that :)
  • Colored Gems, like Sapphires and Emeralds and Rubies???
    Hey, I don't like to stock too many colored gems, primarily I do diamonds, but I always have a nice selection of colored gems, and can get anything you wish, for less. Here's three amazing sapphires, all designed to please! I'll price these on-line in a few minutes, but fer now just know that when you look here, you will find what ever your heart desires, for less... {Grin}...

    The prices on the stones are as follows... The 1.57 carat sapphire is $1413, the 2.02 carat is but $1181, the 1.69 carat is but $1368 and last but not least, the 1.90 carat sapphire is $1539... Your total satisfaction is guaranteed...

    For an extremely large, you will have to scroll around, view check is out! Yeah, we know what the gem lover is looking for, fine color and bright and lively, without having to break the bank... Call Gary and let him know what yer looking for, and we'll offer you a selection.
  • Schaun, Ready to wear and give that a try, a bold ring I make in platinum
    If she likes bold and beautiful then they are going to get along just great! The center is a 7mm just as we'd planned, and I just sort of set the CZ in there so that you can get a good idea of the finished ring, the look and the feel... If she liked the look and the feel of the Riedmuller ring then I know you will appreciate this timeless classic. Enjoy!
  • Mr. De Castle has got to love this, the finished ring!!!
    Smart and sharp in design, but smooth as can be to the touch, a stout center crown so I can set the stone in very low, and twin matched pearshapes that frame the center one and a half carat center diamond, What a great diamond too, a "G-SI1" is such a smart grade, and in a strong custom ring it's sweet and secure. The v-caps are great on the pearshapes too, they are strong and safe and very low... Gotta love it, had to show ya...

    "De King of De Castle" will love the crown jewel here I'm certain
    Absolutely fine diamond too A massively fine "G-SI1" for the white and apearant perfection that every one is looking for, and paying way to much for by the way. Super finely cut too, and I just love the look of this fireball diamond, bit time... A full 1 and a half carats of pure natural wonder, a fantastic diamond to be sure.

    I see a lot of fine diamonds, but this one is very impressive, and very beautiful... That it is well priced too is just sort of the way we do business, we base all prices on "our costs" and because of our buying power we can just offer you more for less... This will blow her mind, guaranteed... And now that we allow the use of credit cards too you even have a financing option now too!!! Knowledge is Power, and now you know... Chat this weekend???
  • Jennifer, a taste of the finest european hand engraving tradition is yours, in platinum and diamonds
    This is in the european fine tradition of hand engraving, not the american jewelry tradition of marginally acceptable and over priced... {Grin}... The top is a delicate engraved series of ornaments, by hand the old fashion (right) way... Ya know what is great, these are made from standard parts, check out the shanks in my jewelry index, and design yer own killer ring too!!!!

    Platinum Engraved, Exciting and beautiful for Jennifer
    Ya know, I love it when folks go for the engraved and the unique, there is not another ring like this in the world, for we built this one here and did the engraving as well... When you get tired of seeing the same old same old crap in the malls just log-on to this site, where this page turns over faster than hamburgers at McDonnalds on Wednesdays! More creative things happen here each week than in a year at the average store, where ideas are dumbed down by 300% markups and dis-interested, poorly trained, sales clerks... "A pox on the clerks!!!" Enjoy Jennifer... We can engrave the top more if you wish too, just say the word and we shall rock yer world :)
  • Bruce, remove all flammable items from around the monitor when you hit this link!
    Blaster Fantastic, strong and stout, not hollowed out like the manufactured stuff you see in the stores, Check out the difference! The more you know, the better you'll like us, spelling excused that is :) This is a real low rider too, the channel set diamonds are nearly bulletproof, so this is designed to live in the real world, not just an over-priced marble showroom... Here's another family heirloom "for the real people!"...
  • Bruce is having a band made with 5 diamonds across.
    In the style of a ring we did for Dimitroff, a smart and elegant setting shaping up niceley, give the word and we will get this cast... This is a wonderful design too, Mike Dimitroff wanted "bulletproof" for his gal rides horses, and is a very active person. Most of the flimsy rings sold in stores are soooo bad that you can tear them up easily, unless yer in a comma that is... It ain't a family heirloom if it was designed to last as long as it takes an out of state check to clear! {Grin}... We make solid, make nice, and make dreams come true.
  • Meagan is having her celtic ring redone without the taper in the design
    Again shown with the metal we will use to make the ring mold. Tell us this is exactly what you have in mind, and we will proceed. We are remaking the design here, in a 4mm non-tapering width, and of course with our usual attention to detail. The depth of the original was just not what we wanted, and Megan wanted the top less wide too, so it was a natural to re image and just redesign the ring, so that the look is perfection... The design is great too, tighter and right, with mucho more depth... Most excellent, what say you, should we build something wonderful?!?
  • Martha has a 2 tone celtic ring ready to ship..
    Another bold and very unique design here, and not that the diamond is contained within the rails framing the bezel, for a very tailored and mucho nicer look than making the rails notch... Bold rails and very nicely defined patters are what we like to see, rustic and ancient feeling, but with a tailored and most interesting look and feel, nice weighty expressions of good taste I like to say. Enjoy!!!!
  • Craig is having his own custom knot pattern made into a set of rings
    Start with a fax of the design, Ray made these plates that will be rubber molded to create the wax we will use for the rings, what say you Craig? Starting with a great drawing the rest is easy, and a great drawing is what I need when I do yer art. I think that the celtic rings without borders are the way to go actually, and I've designed about 75 new designs based on the fact that when the borders are imaged the design get's "squished" and the depth of the background is less dramatic. A delicate ballet is the dance between the black dropped background, and the raised design, so watch fer more rings of this exciting flavor... Borders at 1mm each make a design 2mm wider than the center, so it makes sense for intricate designs to consider this idea...
  • Lee started with a couple of sketches, a little consultation,
    and here he has a dynamic ring ready to be born. Tim once again proves that a little vacation can do a fellow good. He's back on the bench, and back to creating some real masterpieces. A beautiful E color .85 ct center will be the focal point of this great platinum ring, and the Chatham sapphires will set it apart from anything you've seen in a mall store. "Hey! What about the pieces missing out of the sides of the ring?" When it's finished, a pair of 18 K yellow roundells will make a nice accent, and it'll be sure to knock her eyes out.
  • Brian, yer going to fine this princesscut, flanked with trillions, outstanding!
    Ya know Brian, when it comes to building a strong and elegant ring I'm so pleased to have had the opportunity to work with you directly, note the strong v-caps, that work to keep the trillions firmly tight and secure, not like the slender prongs on the ones in the malls, but rather actually engineered to be both beautiful and strong... I don't spell so good, but don't let that fool you, just look at the low rider princesscut center stone, transition down into the banked trillions, and if you want a snag or uncomfortable place on this ring you'll have to rent one, it's sleek and smooth to the max. Lovely gallery from the side, and another reason to bookmark this page now!!! If you think of expensive store fronts when you think of jewelry just remember that those manicured clerks only know how to ring up charge cards, folks like us make the industry work in the background... Too much of a ham to be in the background anymore... {Grin}... Rock on!!! Enjoy Brian, it's the tops!!!
  • Matt is designing a unique ring with malachite inlays
    Soon to be a hand engraved one of a kind treasure, and just remember that if you have an idea that you want to explore, and you see something here that inspires your imagination, and helps to inspire you to go forward and make your dream come true, we want you to know our only activity is working for you on the web, we do not work trade accounts any-longer, it would compromise my ability to offer you our best. So, climb on board the logical vehicle to accomplish what you want, at half the price, and twice as nice... {Grin}...

    Hey Matt!!!, That is set, engraved and ready to rock that gal;s world apart!
    Straight from the heart, I love to take client's ideas and to make those dreams come true in precious metal and gems, and this is not exception to that rule. Very nicely defined and very nicely detailed, I think that she will really enjoy this new treasure big time... When I think of the twenty three years that I spend working for retail stores, servicing their needs and trying to keep that garbage jewelry together, well let me just say this... My dreams have come true too, and I also enjoy avoiding retail clerks without a clue... "How about you???" {Grin}... Engraved inside with a farsi inscription, but again. we do it your way, and the only limitations are your imagination here... Malachite inlays for Jason, and engraving to boot..
    An extremely unique ring, soon to be set with the sapphire shown, and farsi engraving on the inside also..
  • Kathy Hilden, protect yer eyes and get ready for an upgrade of legendary proportions
    Made in the coolest of platinum mountings, with the double roundells protecting the very nice diamond, so much better and wearable than the strip mall ring we pried the diamond out of... Sleek and sound, and very low to the hand, and a ring that is designed to be worn and enjoyed daily, and to delight for every second too... That Gary is a champ at capturing the flavor of the rings, but this is special, and you just can not capture the weight and the elegance of platinum in pictures... So get that hand ready gal, here's one darned fine family heirloom coming at ya!!!!!!!
  • Hey Sandy!!! Bill Clinton is crooked, not that lovely basket crown {Grin}...
    Seriously, the ring is really nicely defined and I do have to say that I like the basket crown way better than the bezel, for it sort of lightens up the ring and makes it seem more delicate and interesting some how, I love the gallery work in the basket crowns, for reasons other than you might suspect. strong is a prong that is connected at the mid point, so unless you get into t fight with a moving bus or something this will be safe and very secure...

    Sandy choose a Chatham alexandrite and a 14kt gold mounting Set in the basket crown, the stone is secure and protected.. ...and the ring design is a very nice curved design, that really looks wonderful from any angle. Part of the 20,000 plus offering that I'm about to "light up" in the main jewelry catalog, very inexpensive and very cool!!! We replaced the bezel on this ring with a strong basket crown, for a strong and bold look...
  • Roxanne is having a custom with Ruby baguettes created
    The channel will be set with matched diamonds, and soon to be set with a 1.02 ct round diamond...Just define the project, we will build it... ...and even if you need an adjustment, we're always here and ready to rock...

    Roxanne wanted the ring narrower a bit, so I rebuilt the ring and greatly reduced the width, and I comfort-fitted the ring so that there is not a sharp edge or uncomfortable place on the ring at all. Tapered faster, and lush, another reason we like real people is that when there is an adjustment there is not a store dude in the middle trying to figure out how to charge that 300% markup on the service, we did this for "free" to make yer day. This site is not about the "sale", it's rather about the customer being delighted to have found us. Rock on Roxanne!!!!
  • Jeff hassman has a pendant, detailed and ready to rock yer world!
    The pendant has twin tanzanites, and is a freeform sort of scroll, and a very nicely heavy and weighty pendant this is... Note the side view, the stones are very nicely inside the pendant, so the back rides flat... Not to be cocky or anything, but you'd have an easier time trying to pick yer nose with yer elbow than to get something this nice from a retail strip mall store. ...detailed nicely, opened up the hole for the chain, and as nice and impressive as it gets... Enjoy Jeff, one of our legion of repeat customers...
  • Drum roll please.... "Denise's ring is done!!!!!!"
    Denise's ring has been engraved, next comes the amythest baguettes..
    Soon to be a fully custom incredible engraved masterpeice of a ring!!! Denise Ehrman, a penney fer yer thoughts on this spectacular wax, and what's just ahead... ...as the crowd noise subsides and the drumm roll fades, ya know folks... What you are looking at it uncompromising quality and the products of dedicated "real people" craftsmen (and women) who build what you see... There is a real difference between a retail jeweler and what I do, both in price and passion... I have spent a lifetime building fine jewlery, not jewelry chains in the sun-belt or an empire... ...so now I build an empire, where all are safe from bloated 300% markups, and can bask in the sun of quality and value, without betting "Burned" you might say... Halogens can do that you know :)
  • Engraved Platinum Channelset w/8 Diamonds for Sean, and a band to go :)
    The engraved wedding band is one that I do myself,
  • Stig and Janessa picked out a very nice .30 ct. G VVS1
    To set it off, they selected this very nice platinum ring. A lovely mounting to compliment this beautifully bright center stone, one we hope she'll be proud to wear for many years. The FedEX folks have it, and are bringing it to you! Get out your sunglasses, and enjoy!
  • Hey Bette!!! HoooRaaah, you'll love this!!!
    I guess that I really love this particular job for it's componients, starting with a very smart and very savy 0.97 carat AGS "Triple Ideal Cut" fantastic "F-VS2"... So, appearant perfection is in the bag here, high color and with a 55% table, no fluorescence and no kidding perfection, then we shamelessly move to the ring :) Built strong and built smart, the pearshape diamonds are contained within the shank, no prongs and no snags!!! Basket style custom center section and... ...let's just say this...

    "I've been building fine products like this for thirty years for the trade, and I've found most clerks were generally to stupid to say "thank you", or even recognize the differences they held in their hand... ...so now I work for you folks, without the dis-interested middle-men and "Clerks"... "A pox on the malls!"... Real people appreciate us, and we them... Now I'm trying to figure out what those store customers really added for those huge 300% markups??? I mean, just how cool and a ring box be??? {Grin}... Here's the wax we carved, made with pearshapes flush set into the shank Soon to be another "Dream ring" just tell us this is IT...
  • And now, from the "I'll bet you've never had a request like this!" file.....
    A pretty simple job, right? Just a white gold band, with edges, and two flat-set .10 ct. rounds.....
    Then Jeff said "Oh, did I forget to tell you, I want the diamonds flat-set on the inside of the ring? Well, we have to admit, while this isn't the first time we've seen a request like this in our combined years in the business, it's not a request we see very often. In fact, I don't think I ever seen diamonds set on the inside of a ring this wide ( I had my doubts as to whether or not Ray could do it in one this wide....silly me! ). We know this will always be something special that Jeff and his lady know is truly a unique treasure.
  • Rich wanted something special for her.
    He selected this nice .55 ct. in an E color, SI1, and opted to go for an 18 karat setting for it. The engagement sits next to an 18 karat comfort fit band, and together, you've got a very classy wedding set for her. We hope you'll both enjoy it for many years to come!
  • Branden Thrasher, you are going to love this Sweet Celtic Sweet!!!
    This is one of my favorite designs, and look how very nicely the diamond and crown ride on the engagement ring... Nice and strong, and very fashionable, and totally unique too for we "build and design these ourselves", not like repackaged retailers who order from an off-shore factory... Plush and lush, I doubt you will ever see anything you like better than this, a custom set made for you by the Tradeshop Staff... Enjoy the alternative to strip mall bands.
  • Cheryl has a beautiful Sapphire and diamonds ring ready!!!!
    This 1.69 ct. round sapphire looks fantastic with the 0.56 total weight of diamond trillions and the paltinum ring..Stunning color and classic design. Flanked by a blaze of finely matched trillion diamonds, and set into this nice low slung platinum quality mounting, it's always a mystery to me why folks think Platinum is expensive, it's the "MARKUPS" that were always what was expensive, when the retailers crank a 300% markup you can't afford it... So now we work direct, "Cool huh?!?"
  • A set of "der Hounds" celtics for the Hydes.
     Another set of delightful platinum celtics ready to go! This pattern is "The Hounds" and it is steeped in the celtic tradition, and while a new custom design the animal motif and the fidellity it represents, the intertwined lives and design, well, without sounding too creative, just let me say that the celtic designs are all about lives revolving around each other, and are quite perfect for wedding bands!!! These ring are not to be confussed with the factory made commercial products you see everywhere else folks, what we do is different. One at a time, we make these one at a time, for you, the way you want. Your art or ours, and for a fine and unique result that you will really appreciate... The difference between what we do, and a retail clerk, is about light year. We keep promises, others made, and now we work for you!
  • Jamie wanted trillion Rubies, with her 0.42 ct. D VVS1 diamond.
    Set in platinum and Ray engraved, another instant heirlom... That began here: http://www.tradeshop.com/master/product/25b.html
    ..Engraved platinum doesnt have to be expensive! In fact, the only reason jewelry is expensive at all is the inflated 300% markups... You ready to avoid that garbage? {Grin}...
  • The Brandon's bought a ring from us long ago, and wanted a matching band!
    Here it is, engraved to match, with a channel of matched diamonds"very nice" The original ring from last March.. Ray engraves these himself, and each one is carefully designed to last a lifetime, and to please every second of that time. So, when yer tired of the mundain remember to bookmark this page right now, before you forget.
  • Steven had this Ivy type pattern ring made up in 18kt white gold.
    This is a cool floral design for sure..what say you Steven? It's hard to capture the flavor of these rings, and some have nentioned that the massively huge size we show things at is almost too much. Well, just know that this set came out sooo very nice, dramatic and interesting, a break from the ordinary.
  • Patrick Had this dragon celtic made for her.. TR13..
    Set with a small Ruby, this is a neat ring for sure.. Watch for his ring to match coming soon.. When you think about celtic designs avoid thinking about the factory made good others offer, we build to order, with unique and exclussively original designs, and we can use your art as well! No limitations, take no prisioners!!!

    Here you are the kings and queens, we're here to serve...
  • Kris Cliver commisioned this fine platinum ring
    Set with an Oval center stone, and matching oval sapphires. Just another humble platinum high quality offering, at about half the price that your average retail store would charge. ...did I mention that we're not yer average jeweler??? We're experienced, founded in wholesale, and you'll love what we can do, unless you own a jewelry store that is... {Grinning widely now}...
  • Brian has selected a dynamite emerald cut
    This beautiful F color IF center is something to see. Combine it with these lovely baguettes, put it a platinum engagement ring, and she's got to love it! Please caution her to not wear it while driving, she may not be able to keep her eyes off of it. Very powerful, very strong, very low cost, "Kind of makes ya want to snicker at retail stores as you drive by, huh?!?" Why ever pay more for less again?!?
  • A set of celtic design bands with yellow gold rails
    Made to order, with platinum center area, and no antiquing, this is a very unique set of rings, with a continuos pattern, and custom engraving to match the font on the wedding invites!! ...enjoy! I normally suggest a lightly antiqued background, to help to define the design, but as you can sede this design is well defined, and another customer supplied design that we brought into the world... Unique??? You bet!!! Expensive??? "NO WAY!!!"
  • Ben wanted a ring similar to Kim Nolans, except with an oval center diamond
    Soon to be another platinum and 18kt heirloom, tell us this is your dream ring and we will cast it up for you Ben... THE finished ring!! ready to view by you and dad too... Now, just can't resist another poke at the Strip-Maller's I worked with for thirty years, you'd have about as much chance getting a fine special order job your way at most stores as you have trying to pick yer nose with yer elbow... ...lot's of flapping around in stores, showing you tasteless last-years unsold white elephants in the hopes you won't actually see just how uncomfortable they really are with special order and custom. Us??? We thrive on custom, but we're "real jewelers" folks, not clerks... Clerks stand behind counters, while master jewelry "keep the promises"... Avoid clerks like Ebola, call us instead.
  • Greg wanted to see a picture of his ring on the web!!here it is!
     finely ornate platinum hand engraved cathedral type ring! Now, Ray jumping in here to say clearly "When you view this page realize that we "Make" what you see, not just order from a factory and markup 300%... That is traditional retail, and one thing I have never been called is "traditional"... My model here is top quality, for example like Greg's hand engraved ultra find platinum ring, and my premise is volume. Wholesale for over twenty five years, and now??? I'll leave it to my clients to say what we are, how about that?
  • Another view of the wax, this time with pearshape diamonds in the shank
     Here's a ring shown with the CZ so that we can get the size right, and the shape of the ring ready.. ...and ready it most certainly is, for a fine oval and a first class custom job, at a working person's price...

    The stone in the wax is a 3/4 carat CZ we used to get the size just right. We're ready to rock yer world, and just a step or two away from another world class ring, and another fine example of why we're here. "To make a difference", not just another sale... The diamond shown in the tweezers is the 0.74 carat "F-VVS2" blaster...
  • Joanna rings are finished and ready to check out!!!
    Ya know, I think the mag plates show more like the finished rings better than the wax, but here's the wax too :)
    Soon to be a set of celtic rings, yellow gold center with white gold rails. Joanna sent us a design, and we created the rings from it! Now ya got to know that when adding the slightly raised rails that the sides button up, I also leave a bit of a border so I can work with it, you can file it narrower but not wider, ya know??? The lovely celtic and patterned bands are built one at a time , in this case with customer's art, to achieve world class results, in a common sense way.
  • A new celtic eng. ring ready to roll, with a bezel set 0.39 ct. diamond
    This one actually completes the set above, and was a secret from Joanne until recently. A more unique wedding set you could not find...even at retail prices!!! Louis had this made espcially for Fanny, a beautiful one of a kind ring for sure!!!
  • The finished massively cool pendant!! set with 2 large tanzanites!!
    Jeff Has another marvelous pendant project going.
    This one is so cool, I did a huge shot to show everyone the detail. The BIG PICTURE as they say, soon to be set with tanzanites Jeff is a long time repeat client, and while we just chug along making world class items for Jeff he never seems to run out of fine gemstones to design a pendant or ring around... Here's for you Jeff!!! A man who has escaped the mundane and the malls forever... When you think about custom you should always think Tradeshop, where your dollar goes farther and imagination is not stifled by disinterested sales-clerks... We don't have one here, and won't either {Grin}...
  • A new ring in our stock, all platinum with trillion sapphires
    Ready to set your diamond ans ship the same day!!! Any takers out there???
  • Some new pictures from a different perspective for Margaret!
    This 2.17 ct. F-SI1 radiant cut diamond is ready for viewing..
  • Karen's solitare, done in three days!! This ring was started last Friday, and it's going out today... I hope you like this ring as much as I do Karen. This is just another example of how our Diamond Special's page works, the stones on our Diamond Special's page ARE inhouse as we speak(or type).
  • From the "Heart", a fine Heartshape 2.05 Carat "G-SI1"
    Ya know, in a world of hippy dippy sales clerks it's a fact that there is mucho bad information about what makes a diamond nice. It's a factoring of clarity and color first... I think in the world that most folk's perfect diamond is an ideal cut "SI1-G" for practical reasons, I'm a practical man... White is not a problem with a "G" color, even in platinum, and the SI1 on a prime GIA cert assures appearant perfection if the cut is great... So no we talk "Shape"... Elegance and impressive is this Heartshape, designed to elegantly say it all. Bright for the cut is spectacular, and lively for the depth and the table combine with the common sense color and clarity to provide uncommon display, brightness and fire...

    Low flying planes are sure gonna hook powerlines in yer neighborhood, blinded momentarily by some dazzeling and brilliant light from a neighborhood near you... ...might invest in susglasses, ya know??? I can show the diamond, frozen in a moment in time, but I can not show the dazzel, the brilliance and the fire of a well cut and exceptional diamond, you'll have to help with yer imagination a bit there... ...but dream big grasshopper, you can afford to here :)
  • "Naughton" is gonna spoil yer day Jim...
    Man, eye protection is greatly encouraged here, this is a ultimate fune cut 1.24 carat "F-VS1" if I recall correctly, and ideal in cut for good measure, in an 18Kt gold finely tuned solitare, with a platinum crown of course, in the traditional fine classic that is basically an eternal fovorite... Smart, and the most beautiful diamond you will ever lay eyes on too, and yours with a phone call to 1-800 224-8086... From point of order to shipped in less than 24 hours... Making dreams come true, with style and class... ...any questions???
  • Cheryl wanted to see her new sapphire and trillion combination,
    soon to be 4.9mm tip to tip trillion diamonds... This is a to kill for ring!!! Just let us know if you like them as much as I do... Brian my son took these great pictures too, with our digital camera in very ordinary light... Vivid blue, not that dark "cowboy beltbuckel stuff" but rather a lovely shimmery gemstone you will enjoy... Diamonds? Finely matched as usual, but you expected any different from internet's leading diamond production??? {Grin}... Many things can be done with this combination, sooooo many ideas, so little time to explore them all...
  • Scott Harper, by now you have this dreamy ring, and a great suprise!!!
    The perfect mounting for any ultra fine diamond is a solitare, not the flimsy mall flavor but constructed of robust and strong parts, for elegance and for perfection. One of my favorites for a ring is the Platinum Tulip Settings, so I thought I'd explain why this is a perfect first home for a diamond. Strong and smart, this crown "works" in the real world, and the style is wonderful too, more sculptured and lush... Sweet and ready within 24-36 hours, instantly in most cases... Have it your way Scott, and enjoy the result!!!!!!
  • A Prince of a pair of Radiant Cuts to View today, 2.00 Carats plus!
    Here we have a tough choice to make, between to magnificient diamonds, both certificates are in the Diamond Special Page for your review... It's rather amazing that by offering top quality, no "BS" and top quality values that we tend to stand out like Dan Quyale at the million man march, or like the game "Doom" from all lessor games... Being an old pinball machine fanatic I always loved the William's FirePower for the soundtrack and the effects, and much like what you, I feel that we are the best at what we do... Both diamonds are massively fine, I prefer the shape and color of the smaller, but hey... "What do I know ???" {Grin}... Both are magnificient, and both (or either :) can be yours with a phonecall... Ready to rock her world apart??? Ya know, that "Radiant Cut" is cut by the inventors of this cut, the Radiant Cut Diamond Company, pioneers in the diamond cutting art. Yer at the source for quality and dramatic savings, call Duane now and explode yer world with color and light...
  • Andy has a wax to approve, in th Nolan style,
    with pearshape sapphires in the shank With the accent stones set flush in the ring, and a bezel set center stone, this is a smart ring with nothing to catch or snag. Ya know Andy, this is a style all it's self, and is both smart and strong, safe and eternal trouble free by design... Might say engineered elegance, but me??? I'm to modest to say that sort of stuff :) Cool wax, and the finished project follows below...

    Andy, it's done, and it's simply devide!!!! Bold and flavorful, a very substantial ring that is built to last forever, and the troublefree setting Here we have a ring designed to please, and to last too. If you ever bought a patched together odd ring from a mall jeweler you know what bad is, here is what good looks like, and what we shoot for... Uncommon taste and judgement, and uncommon "value" too??? Bookmark this page now, before ya forget :)
  • "Exceptional Quality saphirres" available, in almost any shape...
    We do quite a bit of manufacturing (big surprise?!?) that needs ultrafine larger colored gems, so worry not about the colored gemstones, we got 'em... ...or can get 'em, and for less... These newest gem sapphires just happen to be all Ovals... 1.29 1.39 1.76 2.03 Moral??? If you want a top quality larger gemstone do not hesitate to ask, we can provide you with what you want, guaranteed satisfaction and lower prices than available on the surface of the planet, if you have a mine then..... {Grin}... "Dig it"... {Grin}...
  • A flush set ring ready to go! for Susan...
    Start with a 14kt yellow gold comfort fit ring, and add 7 diamonds across the top. Not wanting to waste the diamonds in the back was a very sane proposition, so we pulled the diamonds up to the upper half of the ring, and burnished th em in so that there are no snags, no prongs that you don't need, just smart and easy wear and enjoyment... Pinch me, I must be asleep... Intelligent jewelry by design, made to order??? Yeah, we can do that :)
  • A classic platinum mount for Brangen
    Platinum with matching baguette accent diamonds.A great look for sure... ...but does "Classic" really say it all, or do justice to this ring??? "NAW"... Here's what's going on from a technical point of view... We have set the bagguettes into the side rails very deeply, so that they are both strong and protected from side impact, the tabs are stout and strong, the look is wonderful but the strength is there too... Funny how not all rings are built the same, most of the real work and struggles in servicing the retail trade was servicing the junk that their buyer would come back with from Hong Kong, thinking that those crates of stuffed teddy bears were gonna make the difference... "NO WAY" Common sense is what the web is about, and in jewelry that is tradeshop.com...
  • Elegantly hand engraved and ornate choices for Steve, shown with a 1/2 ct. diamond.
    Here is a couple of examples of what great engraving and platinum can do when combined together, sort of spontainiously combusting into a killer wintery look of detail and strength, one that really does a wonderful job, for these is no better metal than platinum for engrving, dramatic and suculptured, a bold and elegant option to the mundain...
  • Cheryl is thinking of having a sapphire center stone for her eng. ring of an approx. 1 1/2 ct. round sapphire. We found this 1.69 carat big blue sapphire
    Shown on a circuit board, this blue is electric... Really wanted to put this against the circuit board so that you could see against the colors and the textures the deep and rich color and bright vividness of this gemstone. Sultry color, vivid and really well cut too, a treasure for the taking..
  • Gernot is thinking of mounting this 0.52 G-SI1 ct. diamond in a 14kt white pendant.
    Shown with the finding and the chain, this will be a beautiful necklace.This type of setting is also available overnight in most cases... (Bill could have put the diamond face up on the pendant,... grin) The chain is most excellent in construction too, the lobster claw is both sound and safe, and the strong link pattern wont be failing on you over time.
  • Here is the finished ring, looks like liquid metal in motion. A great idea, and an incredible finished project!!!
    Here's a thinner version of the same motorcycle ring.
    Our wax carver can make anything, and when I say anything I mean anything!! Let us know what you think. This will look twice as detailed in the metal, perfect for platinum! ...Ray says "Go white gold", you'll get substantial, beauty and the same look, at a fraction of the price...
  • The finished custom platinum ring, ready to wear!!!
    Ryan has a modified wax ready to view
  • Ryan has a platinum ring almost done with princess accent diamonds
    Made to order, this is a great design that is built to last. The bezel set accents will add to the look, and be very secure for years to come.. Those matched princesscuts and the way the sections are raised slightly. tasty and fine, another family heirloom being born on the internet in front of yer eyes!!!
  • Another Ray special, an elaborate one of a kind pendant with a Garnet heart!!
    Hand carved, and then hand engraved, this one is a bueaty to behold!!I am positive you will never see another one of these... E-mail for prices...
  • Not everything we do is custom, this one for Carla is a special order HUGE band
    2mm thick! and 10 mm wide, size 10 1/2, this is built to last. This ring is going to Maui very soon. We can get nearly any size and thickness desired,in platinum or gold... figure 2-3 weeks for a "special order"
  • OK Ann, you asked me to keep an eye out for "Massively Cool" in spades, here is it with pearshapes! :)
    Now this is something that comes once in a lifetime, a diamond with a GIA "Natural Very Light Pink" rating, in an oval that is "ideal to the Max"... A 55% table and 61.4% with an aspect ratio of 1.23:1 for a perfect look, trimmed with 0.92 carats of ultra fine pearshapes, set in platinum, and ready to ship tomorrow in a really cool box :) ...and one that doesn't cost you a nasty burn from the overhead halogens, as they pump in the watts to makes stuff look passable, this will blind ya in a dark room... Just a hint of the rarest color on earth, truly one of a kind... Offered for $16,775 US... Had to show ya this :)
  • Paul, the antique just won't stay in that design? We gotta solution!
    First of all, the designs are totally dependant on the balance of black (lower) and white (surface higher) so when you take a complex design, and it is made narrow the background is not dropped as... you know all that stuff so I won't bore ya there, but note the pierced celtic cathedral that I am showing, same pattern but more elegantly defined and pierced... I made this gent's ring fer ya too guys, a new celtic that I made fer you to match the design elegantly... ...also pierced,
  • Dragon Celtics you say???
    Ya know, there isn't much more to say than let these magnificent custom rings speak for themselves. What am I going to do to say more than they are right now :) High polished rails, satined patterns and background darkened to highlight the pattern... Pinch me, I must be dreaming! ..another dream brought into the light, our way... On the web, at yer schedule... "Cool, huh?!?"
  • "Bill" wanted to see these two radiant cuts side by side.
    The 1.01 is a "D-IF". The 1.06 is a "F VVS1". These are both very beautiful stone!! These are both on hold for "Bill". Just give Duane a call to let him know which one looks better.
  • This beauty just came in today!
    With a 74% depth, and a 84% table, this stone makes for a very bright and beautiful stone. It is an "E-VVS2" that measures 5.73*5.61*4.15. Very good polish and a good symmetry just add to this incredible stone!
  • Chris Steel, When yer talking solitaire, with a sweet taste, in platinum...
    ...well Chris, yer talking this ring here :) A lovely six prong platinum sweet solitaire, on a High Quality Platinum Shank and you have a ring for the ages, and built to last too by the way... That split shank, the way it raises up to the diamond, well, it keeps the feel of the ring nice and low,.. Why ever pay retail prices again?
  • Lou! Remember that Radiant Cut Two Carat and that Platinum Ring with Baguettes???
    Bet that you wondered how this would look together, as did I... I decided to set the diamond so that we could both see what was working, and man this works soooo fine... This ornate ring is soooo perfect for this diamond, and that is born out by the look and the feel of this ring in my hands... Another reason that we are here, to make dreams come true like this... Excited???
  • Mister "Sand-Castle" has a beautiful ring ready to rock,
    set with a 1.02 ct diamond ready to go! We did not make this classic platinum ring, we ordered it, so expect 3-4 weeks on delivery of one of these. The 1.02 ct F VS1 diamond is a fine example of the quality diamonds we have everyday!! Nothing can come close to the feel of platinum, and of course the blaster "F-VS1" speaks to the perfection of the center diamond... We feel fortunate to be here, at this golden moment in time when dreams can come true for all of us, as mine have on the web working for nice folks like you...
  • A new eternity ring for the Wallace family
    One of those really great and fun jobs, for friends that I met on internet. Thanks fer the embroidered Tee-shirt from Planet Hollywood by the way, and just bask in the light of the 17 matched 0.15 carat each diamonds, in the new eternity ring that is both extremely comfort-fitted and exceptionally cool... We started with a elegant prong configuration, and then did the outside rail version.... {Grin}... Then Van decided that she liked the first style best, soooooooooooo... I rebuilt the ring and it's ready to rock, lovely and a shimmery all diamond look...
  • Lou is considering this fine 2.02 ct. diamond, and this fine platinum mounting
    The ring is from our specials page, the diamond is another beauty Duane found... Here's one of the brightest radiant cuts I've ever seen, and I personally think (Ray here) that in a strong basket crown, with the ring opened up a bit to set the crown down in the ring, that this would be one of the most spectacular rings, and impressive mountings yet..
  • Here you go Candace, the final ring for your new platinum set!!.
    The final phase of the project, the 2 plus carat anniversary band.
    Candace, here is the wax version of your ring, I know the wax may appear bulky, it will be the buff version of your wedding band you requested when finished.. Ray here for a moment, We can build your dream ring, just as we have here... I like to say "Dream big grasshopper, you can actually afford to here..."
  • 3 diamonds across for Jason, in a cool platinum ring.
    Set low for carefree daily wear, and ready to ship today!! Such a very nice ring too, strong and platinum is so very great for fine diamonds... The twin side matched beauties are GIA laser inscribed on the girdles, so I placed the microscopic inscription on the girdle between the two end prongs, for easy identification later...
  • Braden, we have larger Trillions, a perfect shank and crown and we're rockin'
    We have a low rider that we're making here folks, note the perfect v-caps on the trillions in that shank, yer looking at a lifetime of trouble free there, and a better look too!!! These are not just any shank either! One of the sweetest things about these are that they are so well formed, and the classic 90% plat/ 10% irridium, which is by far the best for platinum jewelry in my opinion for many reasons.

    Perfect Shiny or elaborately Engraved and decorated, these are wonderfully strong and smart!!! See, you can pay more for this, and while made from the most wonderful parts available many would call the assembly "Custom"... We'd just prefer to call it "Intelligent" and make life simple...
  • Here it is Justin, with the milligrain detail added!!!
    Justin has another awesome engraved platinum ring ready!!!
    This time with 3 round diamonds, and Jeromes hand engraving, another heirloom ready to ship!! Also a picture of the last ring, for comparasion and contrast. A more unique set of rings you may never find!!! Great mountings start with great ideas, this delicate and elaborate ring is appreciated fully only when you get up close and personal... Enjoy the ring, the alternatives and the possibilities...
  • Here is the ring, set with their diamond and fully detailed by Ray
     Corey and Amy have an incredible platinum engraved ring ready!!
    In the flavor of a ring we made for Laflamme, an unusual style with round and baguette accent diamonds..I really enjoy engraving and personalizing the items we make here, it's great fun and I know that the clients appreciate the extra efforts and details...
  • This is a 0.50 Princess cut. F color, VS2 clarity. Brian said he wanted to see the beauty of this one, so here it is..."WOW!"
  • Fun time Starts Now Anne Steinberger!!!!!
    We just installed our own server with virtually unlimited storage. so yer the first person I'm doing this with Anne.. Here's a family album of this here ring, done and ready to rock... A side view highlights the engraving and what is also cool is that this is a very low cost way to go too!!! A Christy Brinkly sort of "Come hither" shot that is designed carefully to get yer heart racing for sure. A bit of fun, lens flare and just a bit more detail on the hand engraving detail. A sort of top down view to seriously raise yer heart rate     with a glimpse of things to come... See photos don't shimmer and glitter, but will have to do for now... Blaster side 3/4 view and another angle to check out Just a little to the right, that's it!! Another sort of eye candy shot here... Last but not least is another from the side shot, the shank rises sooo delicately and the stone crown base sets inside, smart and exciting, yes???? Rocking :) Where did this great idea come from??? Let's just say that the best custom does not have to be the most expensive, and leave it at that :)
  • Can you see the light at the end of the tunnel???
    Darned good question... (Ray)... We really enjoy bringing the rustic flavor of the traditional art to the world via these lovely rings, the white rails, the rich center of yellow... Does it get much better??? We've make these for the Irish and English, so I suppose that saying they are well received falls a bit short... Enjoy the alternative, tolerate the spelling... {Grin}...
  • Hey Maureen, Remember that Princess cut and those two Aqua Trillions???
    Well get excited, while this is not done yet I did want to show you this lovely ring, as it comes together that is... The ring is bold, strong and smart too, and we're really headed for a massively cool ring, and a most elegant look, in a wintery color world classic ring, and another reason that we're known far and wide for both creativity and common sense...
  • Whats up Doc, your celtic is ready!! as pictured on the celtic ring page
    Dr. Snodgrass ordered an impressive celtic ring, here it is with the bezel set diamond, lots of closeup shots to make you drool... I crack myself up... {Grin}... Doc saw the celtic rings, and well, I just sort of built it before I bid it, sort of got the cart before the horse I suppose... ...but I'm a master craftsman, and a builder of fine things, and I was soooo excited to make this come true...
  • Erik wanted a wrap for his solitaire with 3 marquise diamonds per side
    Yes we do more than just custom platinum rings and celtics. Note that this is a graduate row of three different sizes, and matched from side to side sooo nicely. A great look, and I will be having about 200 ring wraps soon, in my product search engine, the images are already on my computer, so it's just the script and then you'll see more lovely ring like this!!!!
  • OK guys and gals, here's a group shot of the graduating class of celtic rings finished 1-20,99... So for all of you considering the celtic route, may I first remind you that we make these to order, ourselves!!! Not factory made celtics like others show, we offer using yer art too!
  • Here's a quick sketch to help Susan visualize this ring better :)
    Now this is something that Bill has worked up for the engagement ring, to very nicely match a really cool stock ring we sell... A very nice thing to see themes enter into jewelry, for the only real limitations in fine jewelry design and construction is "between one's ears" generally {Grin}... Nicely formed triple roundells, in platinum, to suggest the inside platinum rails on the gent's ring...
    Earrings to go!
    More Choices Daily!
    Earrings, 0.52 Carats total weight
    Finely matched, non-certed G-SI1's
    Killer value here at $795 US
    0.53 Carats total weight
    Finely matched, non-certed "F-G-VS2-SI1's"
    Killer value here at $895 US
    0.62 Carats total weight
    Finely matched, non-certed "G-H-SI1's" Finely tuned small tables!
    Killer value here at $1125 US
    0.92 Carats total weight HeartShapes!
    Finely matched, non-certed "E-VS1-2's" Set in 14Kt Gold finely tuned scroll worked heart shape crowns, WG or YG
    Killer value here at $3100 US
    0.99 Carats total weight
    Finely matched, non-certed "G-H-SI2-I1's" Beautiful!!!
    Killer value here at $1710 US
    1.43 Carats total weight
    Finely matched, non-certed "G-H-SI2-I1's" Beautiful!!!
    Killer value here at $3875 US
    Al Scott, remove all flammable objects from around yer monitor!
    First we start off with a wonderful matched pearshape platinum diamond ring, that was butchered by someone when they installed a very "dumb" matching pearshape when the original was lost. We installed a center crown, to remove the one worn away by the old platinum guard ring, more on that later. So, not to stop there, what to do with the old platinum guard ring??? {Grin}... Take the ring, section and install posts and a low cost, platinum elegant pair of earrings results. Just another example of how innovation is not dead, it just moved to the internet... "Bookmark us now!"
  • Brian liked our ring special H124, but needed it for a smaller diamond
    Brian, I found the ring, still has the shoulders on the bottom of the shank, and the engraving to keep the style you like. I am sure the 0.57 ct. diamond you picked will fit nicely. Shown here with the possible diamond choices, just tell us which one you prefer
    The 0.42 ct, diamond can be set tomorrow if you would like!!! Soon today we'll shoot the 0.57 carat "H-VS2" ideal cut, against the 0.53 carat "F-VS1" for your consideration. Enjoy the choices and the possibilities, and do let me know which I should set aside for you for this ring... As soon as you pick the perfect diamond for you I'll set it instantly and prepare for shipping.
  • Orpha wants an emerald cut solitaire. So, we picked a stone. WOW. Then got these parts for it.
    Then we had the pieces skillfully assembled, set the center, and here's a knockout. This is one stunning piece, and we hope your friends don't stop talking about it! Such a magnificent GIA graded diamond deserves a very nice home... Strong and substantial, the basket crown is the tops in my book.
  • Keith's ring is ready to wear! an awesome example of the "cathedral type" mounting.
    Keith, we have the pieces to gether for your dream ring, including the wax
    A 14kt gold cathedral, made to be proportionate with your center diamond. A 0.62 ct F-VS2 marquise. Tell us you love it, and we will cast it into gold for you!... Note the tapering crown, hence the wedding band sets flush against the side... V-caps for protection, in a protected pocket in this cathedral ring. The ring Tapers from 7.5mm at the top to 4.5mm at the bottom
    A gradual taper that makes the ring more comfortable to wear...
  • Joann wanted a special mothers ring.this 14kt gold one is built to last.
    The problem with most mothers rings are that they are prong set. Once the prongs start to wear out, all the stones have to be removed and reset to do any work on the ring. This channel set ring will last much longer and offers some protection for the softer birthstones.
  • Jim, here is the most magnificent diamond you will ever see I trust :)
    When I set about deciding what were the most important factors I recognized that "Quality" is always in demand. Generally markups prevent most from what they want in retail jewelry, but not here. Imagine a 1.15 Carat "VVS2" GIA graded, nearly perfectly square princesscut... Graded December 8, 1998, never shown nor rejected. The ring??? Platinum Tulip is the way to go, for about the cost of a night out you can go with a classic for now, and later???
  • Mike has a set of platinum and oval diamond earrings ready
    Set in basket crowns with screw on posts, these earrings are going to last several lifetimes... See folks, we can make you any size and shape earrings you might desire, we just sold a pair of 1.25 Carat Internally Flawless Ideal cuts in earrings, and we also do non-certed (fully guaranteed) as well to hold down your cost. Baskets work with gravity too, the stone sets inside the setting, hence not much tendancy to "tip forward"... Neat huh?!?
  • Maureen has an aqua and diamond ring ready in the wax.
    A neat ring with trillion accents, built to last and stylish too... This will be soooo cool, once in metal those lovely Aquas will really shine, right now they have wax stuck all over them, and they are not "happy"... engraved or not :) We do it your way...
  • Justin is having another great platinum ring made..
    Soon to be an engraved masterpiece, this is just the palette for the engraver. Tell us the shape and proportions are perfect, and we will go from here.. These come out fantastic too, this single piece casting is smokin', the gallery work and the nice strong look and feel... "Ain't a family heirloom if it's designed to last slightly longer than it takes an out of state check to clear" {Grin}...
  • Bob, the 18kt and platinum sapphire ring is ready.
    Start with a top quality sapphire and add a 2 tone ring for a great result. Sweet and low to the hand, and using the standard mounting really holds down the costs, no design fees and stuff here, just an amazingly smart and beautiful ring, and for less..PS, we are professionals at international shipping too, so welcome to our world :)
  • Mike your custom platinum tulip and sapphire ring is ready!
    Made to be rounded smooth and durable, a great design for sure. Mix in sapphire pearshapes with great color, and rays setting, and another dream ring is ready to deliver!!! A very sharp way to set these stones, for they just set into the band, flush... Very smart, no snags and no problems later down the road when bumped... Note that "TR Inc" stamp", that is the way that you can be certain it's built to last too... Enjoy to the Max!!!
  • Stephen has a beautiful set of earrings.
    WOW!! I hope you can tell the different as easily as I can..."if you don't like these, YES we can go bigger!!" Just let us know and we'll ship'em out...
  • Tuned up and completely detailed, these beauties are ready to ship Harrell..
    The finished rings, Magnificent in platinum! set and finished by Ray himself!
    What do you think Harrell, this completes your world class platinum custom wedding set! I also found the herring bone chain for you.I will post the pictures soon. Refined wax for Harrell, this time with the outer parts thinner
    Harrell has a couple of waxes ready We are making the wedding bands to match the eng. ring we made earlier for him. His ring, bold and stylish, hers with a tapered row of channel set round diamonds, great taste Harrell.
  • Michael, here's that 18Kt solitaire, with platinum crown, and that Ideal Cut!!!
    Michael, this is the classic beauty, and that really nice 18Kt high karat gold shank will be a safe bet for someone who's got a bit of trouble with lower karat gold rings breaking out their hand... Really a wonderful way to set a diamond here, and a straight forward quality classic results,
  • Shown with the "Antique" background, the detailed pattern is much more visible!!
     Iain, Your platinum celtic ring is ready!
    I am not sure if you are in Japan or new zealand, either way, tell us you love it, and the address and we will ship it to you.I pictured the ring without antiquing to show the detail. It will look even better once its darkened. This is the pattern that started it all, for me at least... the celtic swirl patterns really captured my imagination, and I have made this pattern in very many widths, as tapers and cathedrals as well... :)
  • Run free wedding rings, run free! Eddie and Jeannie need you!
    Due to the inclement weather in the southeast, some FedEx planes are grounded or delayed. So we're pleading with these beautiful platinum rings set with princess cut diamonds, escape from the confines of your FedEx package, and run, walk, or swim, do whatever you can, but please, make it to Jackson in time for the wedding. We're all counting on you!
  • When you own the property, you can be your own sheriff!
    We've made this custom 18K badge for Terry, and now there's no doubt who's ruling the roost at Fairntosh! Just be careful, Terry, when you head to town, don't forget to take the badge off!
  • Seth, this one is for you man :) The best of the best, in platinum!
    Instant Gratification is what it's about, but in Korea??? I've had the most delightful time reading your notes and it's my pleasure to unveil this lovely finished platinum wonder ring to you, soon to be in your hands :) Asia is far from the mossy and frozen woods of Oregon, well, Portland anyway... ...but just know that from the swooping sculptured style, with the trim recess polished rail, this is a treat to the eyes and a delight to the hand... Full and solid, a "tension" sort of look, but with firm understructure protecting your investment it's without the usual "tension", if you get my drift {Grin}... Rock and Roll Seth, and Rest Easy my friend :)
  • Pictures of an Aquamarine pendant for Lex.
    Even more pictures of an Aquamarine pendant for Lex.
    Just trying a new image compression program, what do you think?
  • "Calvin" Klein, the finest of fashion awaits in the classics
    If there is a better way to display a very fine diamond, like this stunning marquise fireball "show me now"... The v-caps are nicely protective of the diamond, with four side prongs to keep her tight and right... Classics are universal too, for when it's right, and displays the diamond like this it hardly get's better... ...no matter the price... Super quality, and a super look... Seems there are many Santas who are going to make Mrs. Santa's holiday very bright... See my loose diamond, instant specials page for that last minute breathtakingly fine gift... Instant solitaires, pendants and more... Call 1-800-224-8086 Now...
  • Hey Joe! We've got this done, and it's coming your way.
    Joe liked the look of our line of celtics, and decided to make her wedding ring using one. Add a pair of white gold rails, and a white gold bezel for the center, and you've got a two tone contrast to knock her socks off. Good luck, Joe!
  • Monica has a great new ring, two tone fun ready for Christmas!
    Oval center with round accents, a very stylish ring indeed... Note that the center section is in platinum and the shank is a warm 18Kt gold, so here a ring which is nicely bordered with double roundells, and this ring is perfectly the definition of strong and smart fine jewelry, made and engineered to survive in your world... Bold and interesting, the "V" shaped sides really make this ring a beauty... All the value, and all the quality, without the markups and excellent spelling... "Who ya gonna call?!?" "Tradeshop!"
  • A platinum ring made to order in 1 day! for Shawn
    A special order platinum ring for a 2.95 ct. peridot in time for Christmas We can't always do them this fast, this one was called in this morning, and shipped this afternoon! Platinum is a very cool metal to work wih, and not many are good in platinum. We weld all parts and use the best of the best, so regardless of if in gold or platinum you can expect an engineered product, and a common sense price... That upper left shot reminds me of Christy Brinkley, with that over the shoulder shot :)... ..anyway...
  • Leonard has a platinum bracelet and earrings for christmas.
    Finding lever back platinum earrings was a chore, Santa delivered them in plenty of time to get them under the tree... We will be stocking dozens of really high quality bracelets, chains and other platinum products, which will be both in a search engine format, with bigger shots and info a click away... Very cool here, a beautiful and impressive gift for sure, gary did that earring thing great didn't he?!? Gary, yer the man, Ray says!!!
  • Hey Alex, finally, here is the ring!
    Once we gave Ray a chance to set this for you, he got it to fit, and I think the look is great. What do you think? Let us know, and we can get it into the hands of the FedEx folks, and it's on it's way to you. Very very finely photographed by Bill, this is a killer example of what common sense and top quality can result in. Another fine platinum product, ready to rock your world. Fine and elegant this ring will please "big time"... "Enjoy!"
  • Celtic Designs in a loose knot, Platinum & 18Kt you say?!?
    So for a platinum center you really want a nicely defined balance of light to dark, for the background drops away and forms the raised design... To narrow of lines in platinum is a very bad idea, it's a pattern like this which works for the best result... I can make this a "repeating pattern" without any problems, by making the pattern in a variety of sizes in length, and slighty tweaking them I can... ...point is, I "can"... ..."shall I?" {Grin}
  • General Norman Schwarzkopf has an engraved platinum tulip wedding set to see
    Very stylish and strong, platinum is the best choice to hold the detail of this engraving for decades to come, another instant heirloom... General Schwarzkopf , please call me now, I need to get a ship address for this lovely ring!!! I can't find a mailing address, and while paid in full this has set here much too long, when there's a gal out there who should be wearing this beauty :) Sorry for the delay, but I need that shipping address to make yer day! Quite a battle to keep this a secret!! {Grin}...
  • Sean, here is the "Ray engraved" platinum ring, set with your 0.51 ct. princess cut diamond
    This ring is super detailed, I a positive you will not find another ANYWHERE, and framing your G-VS2 diamond, this makes one awesome ring. Ray here... "When I decided to explore textures in platinum I decided to make sure that the design was dramatic and lasting, cut deep so that the design lasts and can be enjoyed a lifetime, not just scratched on the surface... Much more the sculpture than the standard engraving, a lasting treasure...
  • Hey, Jack! We've got it done for you, and ready to ship it your way.
    I can get this to you by Monday morning. These great trillion Chatham Emeralds are dynamite in this, and give this a very classic look. Now this shot doesn't really do those stones justice, and is smaller on the engraving detail than I'd like, but you get the idea that there is a very elegant ring, with finely matched trillions of super color on the way to you now :) Enjoy!!!
  • Jason, Your ring is Done!!!!A very unique platinum floral type ring
    I think we pulled off your design very well, with the added diamonds in the leafs, another instant heirloom.. Again a more sculptural look and feel, inspired by nature around us, this becomes a natural wonder in it's own right. I find that taking the client's ideas into the world is the fun of what we do, and while not as easy as a diamond sold like "Pizza" over the phone, it's the most satisfying to me :)
  • Greg has an incredible one of a kind engraved platinum ring
    Starting with a platinum cathedral setting and adding the "Tradeshop touch" Created right here in the Oregon Woods, did you think that only marble fronted over priced stores know quality, much less built it... Yeah, we're writing new rules a bit in the fine jewelry world, and defining what is the most logical way to do business too... Enjoy the absence of Stuffed Teddy Bears... {Grin}...
  • John's new platinum cathedral setting is Done!
    Cathedral type mounting come in a variety of sizes, this one is proportionate to the center diamond.. So you take a fine princesscut and you take a cathedral style shank, so that the crown sets down inside the ring, and the "wings" protect the diamond so very nicely... Platinum and really nice, a very classic and a very timeless look here... When you consider and compare value a person has got to have been struck by lightening to think a retail store is the way to go... Do the numbers, then call this number 1-800-224-8086 and save.
  • Chris has a platinum emerald cut solitaire ready to view!
    I had difficulty picturing the ring and diamond, the brilliance of the stone is overpowering! This one is on the way, so it will be there in plenty of time to get it under the tree. ...Ray here, we had to take Gary away, and get attention for the retinal damage that this diamond inflicted upon his young tender eyes... Taking great pains to get the shot, he gazed too long, like at an eclipse with the naked eye, and is paying the price... We should stick on warning labels on diamonds like this, do enjoy this lovely diamond :)
  • Seth your wax has been modified, and is being cast into platinum.
    This is the last custom I am going to get done before Christmas! Seth, I have lots of pictures for you to check out every couple of hours.
    I believe we captured the organic rounded fell you were going for. Seth, your wax is ready, amazingly similar to your drawings The look of a tension set, without any of the problems. We look forward to another oversea, humorous, e-mail to approve the wax.
  • Hey Mark, does this little guy look familiar?
    Tim, our wax guy never ceases to amaze us. He does many, many things well, but I think he's at his best when he's doing life forms. I've included a couple of snaps next to a ruler for a proportional view, and one against our favorite snack/prop. Let us know how you like it, and it will be in 18 K yellow, and on it's way for her for the holidays.
  • Hey Eddie, bet you thought you'd never see this in metal, huh?
    We pulled out the stops and rrrrrrripped this out of our casting shop for you. Don't you think it's a gas? Let us know you approve, and we'll pass this off to the setters, faster than the wind. We hate to toot our own horn, but we've got a beauty coming your way.
  • Katy's Ring?? You tell me {Grin}...
    The idea is great, but saying that it's a "Tiffany Style" really means nothing in the way of construction, that is a store name and not a particular style. Yer sketch is a good idea, and that the ring is 18Kt and the stone is set into platinum makes sense, and so does that basket crown with the open sides and very strong construction... I see the job, and it looks like I can bid this now, (CALL GARY) for a first class job... If ya want to reinvent the crown that would cost more {Grin}... Second Pass...
  • Scott, heres your engraved platinum ring, set with a center diamond
    With matched side trillions, this is a great ring. The filagree in the mounting adds that extra flair. Such a very nice ring too, with the
  • A 0.56 ct. diamonds,. and all the parts needed to make a world class pendant for Jason
    This type of setting will still be available next week, makes for a great presentation, also an 18" white gold chain...
  • Hey Randy! Your's is DONE! Did we hit the target on the nose, or what?
    Coming up with a design that can use some special family heirloom stones is a wonderful idea, and we think the work definitely has paid off here. This platinum and 18 Kt yellow gents ring will be turning head for some time to come.
  • Mr. Angeline has a beautiful pendant to approve.
    This one carat round "G-SI1" is set and ready to ship... Another view, close up from the side..
    There is no better way to make a lovely pendant than this split bail style, it hangs the diamonds slightly down from the chain, and makes it the center of attention. You have to see this diamond to believe it, firey, bright and wonderfully clean and white... If it get's better "pinch me, I must be sleeping'" {Grin}...
  • A modified wax for Micheal, with the pearshape sapphires securely in the ring
    A more organic rounded shank, and nothing to catch on the shank. Micheal has a custom shank, for a tulip crown
    Set with sapphires in the shank, this will be quite a killer ring. We can mix and match ideas and parts to get nearly any ring you can think of!
  • Paul, wait no more, here's that engraved platinum wonder!!!
    So we took a smashingly fine "F-VS2" 0.86 carat round, and used the really classy Stuller Tulip Wedding Set as the body, then engraved this beauty so that it stands alone in the world as an example of major cool... A nicely ornate engraving too, with a bordered edge so that the design is both tailored and interesting. Not just a nice ring, but a ring designed to be affordable as well as beautiful for a lifetime, and more :)
  • ...but how does it look with the princess cut center?
    Well, here it is. We asked Ray if he could fit this princess cut in this mounting ( silly question.. ), and he said "Yeah, watch this." He found a CZ that has the same measurements, and here it is. How does this look to you, Scott? Let us know, and we'll put your center in, and it can be on it's way to you, and her!
  • Rhonda wanted to get a newer style mounting for her diamond.
    So she chose this delicate filigree ring, sent us her old mounting, and we set this up for her. Hey Rhonda, we hope this is every bit as fine as you've imagined, and that you'll be thrilled with it!
  • Daniel has a couple of white gold treasures ready for Chanukah
    Yes, we do pendents and earrings, just not very often. These matched yellow sapphires came out very well with diamond accents, and the large oval aquamarine looks awesome too.
  • Here's something you won't see everyday... {Grin}...
    Imagine now a "Cat-Lover's Ring"... We have this mold by the way, so now know that this is available in 18Kt gold for $850 (With 7mm Pearl) or in two tone (as shown) platinum and gold or contrasting colors of 14Kt or 18Kt... "Your way"... In platinum this bold ring is $1250 US (With 7mm Pearl)... With Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire or... E-mail me with what ya have in mind for a bid... ...any questions???
  • .JPEG, .BMP, .HQX, .ZIP,..... Who needs it?
    Here you go Michael. This way we don't have to straighten out all those confusing file suffixes and formats. Here's the picture of the ring I quoted you on. We can set this up for you, and you'll have a nice present for yourself under the tree! Note that the ring is channel set, and that the stones graduate to make the nice taper start in the top of the ring... Great mounting here, and a really nice daily wear ring, no snags and no problems, wears a lifetime...
  • Pete has a wedding set, set with a F internally flawless diamond
    With a Standard 14kt gold wedding set, add a platinum crown, and an incredible diamond for another instant heirloom.
  • Noam has a snake ring, finished in 14kt gold, unique and bold
    With a textured finish, and diamond eyes, a special snake ready to slither into her heart More pictures of Noam's snake ring, this time with props to show scale
    Shown with a ruler, and some coins, a bold ring with mucho detail Naom has a snake ring thats very realistic
    Made to your spec's Noam, wraps around twice, and is rounded and detailed throughout. The coils can be a bit further apart if you would like. Tell us you love it and its off to the caster..
  • If its worth doing, its worth doing right!
    Jeannie wanted a wedding band with princess cut diamonds across the top. Made to last, with custom engraving inside as well. Princess cuts give a really neat look of a solid row of diamonds all the way across.
  • Daniel's getting someone special a really nice ring.... So we put together this for him to give to her. He's chosen to go with top of the line diamonds in this, and they are white white. Our diamond guy pulled the stops out for this one, and we hope you notice the result, Daniel ( we hope she does, too ). Look for the FedEx guy on Saturday morning!
    A sweet wax here, with side flanking amethysts and a bold square crown for the center stone... Not a light weight ring, note that side view of the ring, it grows full in the top, with a gallery and elegant look, not shortcuts here... Another custom job in the making... Ready to move to the next phase, and make your dream come true... Why ever pay retail again, is that stuffed teddy bear worth paying more??? I thought I'd put up my version of the "Teddy Bear", which we quite sarcastically call the "Bummer Bear"... We specialize in top value and quality at the lowest possible prices, not games, premiums or other stupid retailing tricks and practices... I hear that eToys.com has a sale on them, so why in the world pay more for a diamond just to get one??? yer smarter than that, right?!?
  • Eddie wanted a wider wax, and here it is!
    We took this project back over to Tim, and he came up with this winner. What do you think Eddie? We've retained the look and feel of Jeannie's ring, but now it has a more masculine appearance. If this floats your boat Eddie, let us know, and it will be metal next week!
  • Monica Lewinsky, you need a break today, so here's that custom wax!
    This wax is in the style of the Kim Kiper project, which sported a one piece wax which was split into to parts and cast in 18Kt gold and platinum. This is not gonna "tripp" you up, and you won't have to give this sweet gift back to anyone... Your friends will flip when they see this done!!! Even Kenneth Star would approve, and you can quote me on that one... As impressive as it can be, and destined to be a star in the web pages, another reason that when you think custom jewelry and the internet at the same time, tradeshop is the logical result... Sweeter than immunity, and more lasting than promises, this one writes the book on custom, and doing it your way...
  • The finished ring for Richard, using the parts from below
    A classic ring in all platinum, comfort fit and built to last
    Richard has some new parts to check out, as well as the 1.06 ct emerald cut diamond This ring is going to be a simple yet elegant solution for holding this D VS1 diamond. Funny thing is that die-struck parts are better and stronger, straighter and better than most other forms of custom... Probably not smart not to call this custom in ever sense, but with retail prices for custom we want to be up front and let you know that there are cost effect solutions for the best of the best, no reason to have to pay more, and get less... I never regretted "firing the retail trade" in favor of working with "Real people"... You folks make this site what it is!!!
  • Woody James! Here's the Art for the Sheriff & Deputy Badges!
    "Fairntosh you say???" I thought that was the font style :) Revised sketch and out having the metal master made right now, soon this will be done and ready to rock :) Pretty cool, the process that works for the celtics is perfect for this job, it's going to have everything you want, the depth and the resolution as well... Just a modest sketch of the project that we have underway, I decided that making the two right now was smart to do this, and I'll make both in the metal blanks so when yer ready for more we will have the blanks ready to process... I used the Font that I had which was the closest to what the FAX showed, and over all I'm quite delighted at the project, and the results. Slightly domed and with the pin back and joint this will be really cool!!! Enjoy the eyefull... {Grin}...
  • Wade, you are going to simply love this bold exciting diamond/platinum ring!
    Gary asked me to upload this tonight, which I did just before Duane's band sets up to practice tonight here in my back room... I'm going to run like hell, so sorry I don't have all the data but Gary's fantastic digital shots make all the "ooohhh's and Aaaaahhhh's" anyway, so who am I kidding :) But the look is substantial and sound, elegant and streamlined, and what a ring we have here!!
  • Doug Gould, we have a finely tuned platinum fantasy about ready to explode on the scene!!!
    Here's a great example of a cathedral ring, platinum and elegant. Note how the diamond sets into the rings split shank, and how the diamond is so nicely framed with the ring... The die struck crown makes this safe, and the cathedral style makes it smart, so it's the best of both world Doug... Rock and roll, and avoid high retail prices, right here at Tradeshop, where the rules are written in favor of the clients and real people....
  • Peter has a new platinum and diamond ring, randomly flush set
    This is a neat ring, that looks great from any angle. Sometimes letting the craftsman loose to do whatever he chooses is the best way to go
  • Kim, your slight modification is finishedThe prongs are now more tapered to change their appearance slightly
    Kim Nolan has a new ring to check out
    This is a mixed metal ring, platinum and 18kt, custom made to hold the pearshape diamonds in the shank.smooth and smart, I believe we have created Kim's "dream ring", what do you think Kim? Here first ring was nearly the one she wanted, the new one is even better
  • Dave has a very beautiful band with some unique engraving!!
    I would say" This one is a keeper!!" This baby will knock yer socks off...
  • Jeannie has a excellent platinum channel set ring with 11 princess cut diamonds!!!
    We all hope you enjoy it!!! Extremely elegant and very classy is our goal! I think we got that right on the nose...
  • Doug has a very beautiful fireball set in platinum to enjoy.
    All I can say is "WOW! What a diamond!" You will need to strap yer self to a chair to make sure you dont hit the ground! I know the weather put them away, but sun glasses is a must...with super ultra-violet protection!
  • Gene now has the wax modified to have a band fit flush
    Gene wanted nearly the same ring, only better Once cast into platinum, with the v-cap crown, this will be a significantly stronger ring, with the same design flavor.
  • Kay has a new platinum celtic diamond ring to check out.. Lots of detail and sparkle on this one, once it has been worn for awhile it will develop a natural contrast between the shiny surface and the background.
  • Hey Kelly and David! I peeked over Ray's shoulder this afternoon, and guess what? He was finishing up on Kelly's ring. The ring is lighter than your first, and we think the mounting is a perfect frame for your radiant cut center. Add the engraving, and we have a uniquely elegant mounting coming your way.
  • Herman wanted an elegant pear shaped center for his lady. He selected a .92 carat F VS1, and this platinum mounting to accent the center using two tapered baguettes. We think this is a beautiful compliment to the center stone. This lovely ring will be on it's way soon, Herman....
  • Eddie wanted a custom ring to compliment hers.... Here it is, and what a stunner. This will be of a study weight when it's cast in platinum, and will be a beautiful showcase for these seven fabulous diamonds.
  • Killer black Tahitian pearls for Frank
    This is another great choice of a product that is ready to ship. Check out the colors in these beauties.. Not easy to come by either, and set aside for the Holidays for just such a discriminating shopper. Really well matched and really fine surfaces, 6.5-7mm each for a very bold look.24 finely matched and very cool pearls looking fer a home, so what say you, is it yers??? {Grin}
  • Brian has a very unique ring being made
    A mens ring with specific gemstones set into the top, and while we're modifying the wax right now t to correct a bit of un-evenness, we're on track for a killer job and a very good look, in a strong and powerful ring... Love the look and the way the top works... We're gonna do a matte finish in the grooves, and we're off to the races :)
  • Micheal is having a wedding ring made to match the other ring we made
    The wax is only a starting place, the finished ring will be smoother and more rounded.
  • Micheal has an awesome hand engraved platinum ring ready
    With princess cut sapphires and Jerome's special touch on the shank, this is another one of a kind instant heirloom
  • Randy has a wax of his custom ruby and diamond ring ready to view
    This will be a really cool ring, with opposing ruby and diamond stones, and a solid platinum band. Tell us the design is just right and we will have it cast for you Randy.
  • Doug Gould, if that "E-Internally Flawless" wasn't enough, standby for more!
    Take an ultra-fine diamond, which is just perfect for platinum and show it behind the raw platinum casting, but even raw you can start to appreciate what is coming. A bold cathedral ring, with a strong and elegant look, set with one of the planet's finest diamonds... ...and you guys thought only store fronts could do this, well guess what!!! They generally send out their work to guys like us, but no longer!!! Now we work fer you!!!
  • John Cope, yer gonna love this ring massively for sure!
    Take a super fine princesscut, of the 0.83 carat flavor, and stir together with a wide nice bold gold shank, with the diamond set in white of course so it doesn't draw any color. Not another ring from the mall, but something with the having. Soon to be engraved with that "oh so meaningful phrase" and you'll love the way the v-caps protect the stone, and define the ring... Sharp and right, enjoy the alternative!!!
  • Mike wanted some pearls, here is the digital capture of these beauties.
    Yes we will have pearls and many other solutions available for the christmas shoppers. These are 6.5 to 7mm pearls, double A plus quality. This strand is 18" when strung, tell us you love them Mike, and we are ready to ship...
  • George Bush has an incredible engraved ring ready
    Ya know George, they never learn. Some still think that advertising and promotion is what drives the world, and is how you measure credibility, it is as well how traditional retail jewelry work too. Just know that this is a ring, platinum and hand engraved that will delight the gal more than a second term would have, guaranteed... Built with integrity and inner-beauty, finely detailed like the finest of treasures, and surely a ring that your Aunt will appreciate as a fine jewelry lover... We seek to excel, and to exceed our customer's expectations by a light-year or more... Our award winning platinum clad joy-gernade of the weekend, was that Ollie North I just saw...
  • Pete your ring is ready already
    Round center stone with large matched baguette accent stones.This is another example of mixing together design elemenents from different rings to get the desired ring, we enjoy a challenge, and acheived the desired look again!!
  • Juliann wanted tulips, not a tulip crown!
    OK. Here's a very nice platinum cathedral ring, with that one of a kind custom touch. Juliann likes tulips, and here they are, on the sides of her ring. Add a little detail engraving on the edges, and we have a ring that will only be found on her finger, nowhere else!
  • John Smith has an incredible triple oval diamond ring
    Set in platinum, this is also a very durable ring. the roundells protect and hold the accent diamonds, and the center basket crown layer the diamonds to give the look of 1 large stone.
  • Royce is considering some 18kt white gold celtic rings
    This is a metal representation of the ring we use to create the rubber moldMany of these patterns are so detailed that the ring needs to be wider to show them correctly, this ring will be 8mm wide, and over 10mm once the rails are attached.
  • Garyld has an emerald cut tulip mount ready to ship!
    Another example of the new tulip mount, this time set with a 1.22 ct. E-VS1 diamond. There is just not a finer ring for presentation than the tulip mountings, this one is 18Kt with a platinum crown, for a sweet and classic look, and a strength and durability that is outstanding too... When design and beauty come together it's a wonderful thing, and this is a prime example of what you can do here, all the best, for less...
  • Debbie has a wax ready to view, alternating princess and round cut diamonds all the way around
    Check out the wax Deb, we will have it cast up and sent to you if you say this is perfect, everyone here loves it!!!! OOOOooohhh is this one gonna be a killer thread... You look real close now, at the alternating princesscuts and the rounds, and the way the bezels merge together just perfectly, and also how this is more the sculpture than the flat standard eternity ring,.. {Grin}...
  • Kelly and David wanted a little lighter ring, so here it is....
    We lightened up this style a bit, and here we are, ready to cast it up and then it's off to the engravers. Now, we have here a very finely tailored ring, with a to scale wonderful treatment of the center diamond... Note the trim shank that is rolling style rail look, what an entirely sweet look here, yes??? The hint of the roundells which sort of frame the picture like a fine frame, and you have an uber-ring in the making..
  • Carolina found a citrine she wanted in a ring, we found an elaborate 14kt mounting for it
    We do not do colored stones that often, this one cam e out extra nice, so we thought we better put it up here for you Carolina, we will see you soon. Ya know, you can spend a heck of a lot more, but the lovely Stuller 14Kt mountings we carry are soooooo sweet, and very affordable too,,, Note that scroll work in the crown in the lower left shot, and you can see why we say "Common sense and uncommon value can co-exist in jewelry"...
  • Andi Wilmott in England has the perfect engagement ring, now the wedding ring idea!
    Andi had me build a lovely custom job a while back, for a dramatic and unique result... Platinum fantastic ring it was, so the wedding ring takes the cue from the engagement... I'd like to see the engagement ring to make an impression for the wedding ring, for a perfect fit... I really had fun taking an idea and making it structurally sound, unlike some of that tension set stuff where the ring can flex and really really bad stuff starts happening... I think the term "Tension Set" was first coined by the first customer who realized that they had tens of thousands of dollars supported by a pinching under huge pressure the fragile girdle of their diamond... One visit from mister shopping cart and... You get the drift...
  • George Smith has a platinum and sapphire ring ready!!!
    We have done this style a few times, always a winner!! V shape crowns mounted on a comfort fit band.11/16/98 There is hardly anything I love more than diamonds and sapphires in platinum... Here's a great example of just that, and the sapphires we use are not the same you find in the malls folks, we use a very vivid and bright shimmery sapphire, for we want you to dance on the ceiling... log on and get more for less...
  • Patrick has an incredibly detailed ring ready
    The ornate engraving and filagree make this quite a ring, the diamonds are top quality also, what do you think Patrick? a winner for sure.. We're exploring various vendors for mountings, but the customer supplied this lovely Varna mounting, having already purchased it, but by buying the diamond and saving the many thousands of retail dollars of markups he got an ideal cut, over the carat fine "E" color for what a strip maller (Mauler?!?) would have charged for a light carat of lesser quality and make...
  • Patty wanted to update her wedding ring....
    So she chose a tulip style crown for her diamond, on a nicely weighted solitaire, and a wedding band to match. Engrave the engagement ring, and you have a nice contrast between the two. They're on the way Patty!
  • Platinum and trillions for Ron, super smoooth
    The V caps on the trillions are the most secure way to mount these diamonds short of a bezel. simple and elegant, need we say more?
  • Kim, your ring is ready to view! platinum and diamonds galore
    Set low for comfort and ease of wear, this is an excellent way to showcase your emerald cut center stone. Tell us you love it and its ready to ship..Non 16 1998 Your center diamond and the side stones get along wonderfully, and the low slung and smart ring is a complement to good taste... More shots with a different background
    This is a very beautiful ring Kim, and it must be seen to be appreciated..
  • Loius has a celtic design band for Fanny!
    This will be a 2 tone ring, with a bezel set center diamond when finished. This is only the center area that will be yellow gold, when finished, the edges will be flush with white gold trim..
  • Hey Matt! Here's your ring!
    A platinum gents celtic done for you, with a black background to accentuate the design. Enjoy!
  • Brent needed to see his solitaire NOW..
    So here it is, the classic tiffany style solitaire, in 14kt gold. a 0.47 ct. E-VS2 center diamond is nestled in the center to complete this ring...
  • Denise has a platinum ring with amythest baguettes nearly ready
    Here it is Denise, before sizing and setting, as we mentioned there will be a blank spot on the bottom in case it ever needs to be sized...The engraving will be added to when we size it for you.
  • The perfect platinum shank for trillions, with or without engraving!!!
    Two flavors at two different prices, add the cost of the crown, a modest labor charge and you have a custom ring! Sort of a Mr. PotatoHead build your heirloom... The heavier ring is the one I love for engraving jobs, and the lighter shanks is also fine for engraving but for large center stones... ...for larger stones and more dramatic results go with the 3mm shank flavor, and you'll never be sorry!!!! Price Trillions Here!!! Here's a page of fine platinum shanks, wonderful foundations for a treasured family heirloom. "Custom doesn't have to mean spending too much"... ...and now if means maximum value and quality too!
  • Johnny Cope, here's that modified Tulip Ring, with 6 added 0.05 carat rounds
    Channel set for trouble free wearing, and a sweet look that complements the ring nicely... This is a very nice weight shank too, so setting the diamonds into it will not only work, but it will be smashing too... Take me about a week for the word "GO" to make this happen, both rings... ...so enjoy the weekend, and the infinite possibilities too... And here is the possible diamond for the tulip set ring, a 0.83 ct. G VS-2 A most worthy diamond to grace this white metal home, and another great reason always to buy quality, which you'll really appreciate over the years... Lovely diamonds like this are powerful impressive, and facinatingly beautiful when this well cut... Enjoy the alternative, if not the spelling :) Here's that certificate too, No fluorescence, no cutlet, square shape, does it get any better???
  • Noam Mendelson has an AWESOME ring ready to go.
    Solid and strong, set with a uniquely colored diamond. Another example of yes we can build anything...Check out the before and after shots, we captured the style, and made a ring I am sure will last for hundreds of years to come.. I liked the ring so much, I added a personal hello...Cheers.. Ray here, and a very safe home this is for that lovely natural diamond, the color contrast is priceless... Very safe and very smart, a bold and very powerful ring here to enjoy... Killer result!!!
  • Hey Jason, here's the floral ring with a tulip setting, all in wax!
    Sometimes it's easier to carve a crown rather than cut one up and try to reassemble it on the ring.... We hope the pictures of the wax convey the elegant look this will have in platinum. The shank is very organic and leafy looking, and when this is in metal this will be an amazing sculptured look.. The crown we can make to resemble exactly what you want, or we can order the ring and transfer the crown for an identical result... We do encourage you to make this ring too, this one is a real beauty and will be different, unique and elegant, just like the diamond...
  • Kim Nolan, sorry for not getting this wax up yesterday, but sleep won out :)
    We have a low rider look here, built to wear and enjoy daily, with the trillions set into the shank in a very low and sleek iteration. Note the very nicely rounded shank and the way that the crown blends into the shank, for a very elegant look and feel... Substantial this will be, and surely will also be the favorite ring that you will always love beyond measure... Powerful in two tone, this will be a sure winner and another great reason to bookmark this site, and avoid the clutter of re-packaged retailer's web site of marginal factory goods.
  • Here is the finished ring, the platinum and 18kt make this great!!! And the 1.04 ct. D VS2 diamond looks pretty killer also!! Lucy Johnson, "You got some 'splainin' to do!!!!!!!!!
    {Grin}... It is my distinct pleasure to introduce you to (in a sort of sona-gram fashion) your brand new bouncing trio wedding set {Grin}... With lovely hints of shoulders, comfort-fitted and built to wear and enjoy.note that crown and the stylized and sort of sculptural look and feel of the ... "wheew" ...flew to close to the flame there, what an amazing set awaits!!! When we go to take the wax with rails to metal, we've already built in the space to "saw it into three rings" and make the 18Kt gold/platinum combination...
  • Wade, here is a couple of views of the oval diamond you are interested in,
    This time a 1.05 ct. E -SI1 with a GIA certificate, as usual let Duane know what you think of it.. Not just a great diamond, but a fantastic example of just how good an oval cut diamond can really be... For the oval lover, it just doesn't get any better than this!!! Not just my opinion here, the length to width is beautifully ideal, watch out for stubby ones, or ultra-long, they really change the look... Here we combine perfectly wonderful depth and table, and in a fine GIA "E" color the SI1 is a sure bet... eyeclean has as much to co with cut as clarity, and this has a great cut, so clarity is not even an issue, we have perfectly appearantly perfection, which is the mission :)
  • This diamond is for Micheal, 1.01 ct. of extreme beauty
    More shots of the hardest of gemstones, Duane can find all the best choices, the rest is up to you.. an extreme beauty for sure, and in this exciting emerald cut this is about as good as it gets for sure... A fine color and really wonderful aspect ratio combine with wonderfully eye clean clarity to make this an exceptional beauty, and value... We love selling diamonds like this, where top quality is the default. No drive way gravel like the mall stores, just the best of the best, for less...
  • MH has an incredible emerald cut diamond to look at
    Once again capturing all we can with the digital camera, e-mail Duane and tell him what you think.. {Grin}... A very very fine emerald cut here, with a shimmery bright appearance and a very very clean look... Wonderful shape and just right for the emerald cut lover, and his gal... This one will light up the skyline for sure, and loving this is a sure bet... A fine "E" color assures the best look in the finest of platinum mountings... Another reason to avoid marginal goods in traditional retail, yes??? "Bookmark alert!!!!"
  • Jamie has a new set of celtic rings to view
    18kt yellow gold highly detailed pattern, and platinum rail to protect the center area. This is without the optional antiquing, what say you Jamie? {Grin}... Killer is this swirl pattern, and a finer celtic old world feel is hard to imagine... Framed with white and a rich 18Kt center, what you see is again the reason that folks are working withh us to make their dreams come true... Did I mention that we do custom jewelry??? {Grin}... ...and the world is watching!
  • Here's a close up shot of the KerekesDone engraved ring
    Harder to see in the small view, this is a complex series of tiny floral scrolls, with delicately hinted leaves and all the class and style that traditional European Hand Engraving can produce...
  • John Smith has a wax to approve, with matched oval cuts around a large oval center
    This is a great mount, low on the finger, secure and stylish, tell us its the one John, and we will cast it up for you!! Mostly what we do John is make plenty of extra metal available for me to use in setting, which I remove all excess as I set the stones... We're doing a wax mod to take this down for your "vision" thing, just know that you will not hear the "Soviet Anthem" or anything when you see this in metal, it will be a very sleek wonderfully fine and elegant rendition of a classic style... A wonderful and very well designed heirloom... The second shots are being parsed now, stand by...

    ...but do remember that the wax is by design 110% of the metal, filing and finishing, polishing and setting will refine this down to the razor crisp work tht you have come to expect on this web site...
  • Doug had a beautifully defined idea, so we made a beautiful wax carving of it...
    A wider cathedral style ring, wider than the standard 3mm and a bit more flat, for a look that is sleek and trim... Note how the stone sets down nicely into the area where the shank splits??? OOOhhhh man is she gonna love this look, for as beautiful as it is it will also be more practical, lower to the hand and safer/smarter than any solitaire going. A great look, and another great example of why you should go to the mall to buy sneakers or paperbacks, but when it comes to fine jewelry we are defining new standards, and raising the bar for every strip maller in the world... Rock and roll Doug, let's built that dream ring, shall we???? We're a heartbeat away from a classic family heirloom :)
  • Here is the platinum cathedral ring for Juliann, set and ready to engrave
    This ring is already very beautiful, made from standard parts, the finished product will be anything but standard, once the hand engraver gets finished, this will be a one of a kind dream ring!!! Ray here, wanting to say that you can spend one heck of a lot more, and get one heck of a lot less, in every store in America, but when this classic shank from our Platinum Fancy Shank page, a fine crown and a diamond come together a more perfect canvas Van Gogh or Rembrandt never had... Wait until you see your art hand engraved into the is ring, a one of a kind classic, and surely to delight every second of her (and your) lives...
  • Jeff wanted to see his new platinum and 18kt custom wedding set TONIGHT!
    Here it is Jeff, with the princess cut accent diamonds, and 18kt gold roundells. A very classic look for some very nice diamonds, you will have it tomorrow, let us know what you think of it in person. So like "why say it" anyway??? Most platinum manufacturing takes but three weeks, and we can indeed set smaller diamonds down those roundells as well Jeff... Nice and substantial and delicate too??? Yup, another wonder-ring from the forests of Oregon, where you thought only trees grew... ...didn't know that we're setting the trend for affordable quality now, did ya?!?" {Grin}...
  • Kaye has designed a very unique ring here, with small diamonds in the shank
    The hand engraving is beautiful, and the diamonds are top quality, another instant heirloom, the flush set accent stones in the shank add an extra sparkle. Tell us you love it Kay, and its on the way...
  • Elma wants a ring that can open up to fit around her finger without going over the knuckle
    This is a common problem with many complex solutions. This "Super fit" is one way to solve the problem, we can round the edges slightly for you, is this what you were thinking of Elma?
  • Here's a link for Joyce to see the Schuman Ring
  • Here's the same style mounting built using emerald side stones.
  • Here's an example of a similar style using round accents.
  • Phillip has a custom celtic ring ready to ship
    In al 18kt white gold, this pattern came out very well, one of the first from plate# 13, these geometric beauties are something to see, wouldn't you agree, Phillip..
  • Scott Deboy has a platinum and diamond, trimmed with sapphires, Uber-Ring!!!
    Great ideas deserve attention to detail, and Scott can attest to what happens when the craftsmen work with the client, minus the merchandizing organization... If you thought that store fronts make for fine jewelry and safe transactions "think again"... It's always about the value and the quality here, not trying to add another tasteless strip mall store to the chain... Nope, just good old fashion top quality and common sense pricing, for "Real People", just like you. Welcome to our world!!!

    Scott Deboy's wax modification is done, and ready to rock :) A much much more rounded looks was hiding in this ring, and the stones will be raised a bit when I set them... Strong and beautiful, a very powerful ring here! The bezels are now heavy and thick, but that's just for casting and setting, when done they will be just like the drawing Scott :) Scott has a wax ready to approve, oval diamond and sapphire's A great design, with the gems being well protected down in the ring, matched vibrant sapphires to accent the 0.79 ct. oval diamond. Just give us the go ahead, and we will cast this for you.Scott we rounded out the ring as requested, Check it out and tell us its ok to cast

    The wax modification is also a part of the process, we can build it exactly as you want it, all you have to do is define it clearly, what say you Scott? Scott Deboy has been very patient, but wait no more Scott :) Scott, I check and I have drawn much what I think you are asking for, a nice full look and the partial bezels work out nicely, as you can see... This is based on a size 7 1/5 at 17.75mm in diameter (measured inside the ring :) and the side sapphires are 4.5mm sapphire rounds... The ring tapers nicely, starts just about 7.5mm at the top down to about 3mm backside... Our usual fantastic bright sapphires will be used of course, not these I have but quickly drawn... ...can't draw everything, I "slept here last night" for crisp's sake, but I wanted to see this with you, then begin... Do we have that "BORG" thang going or what?!?
  • Paula ( Lyszyk ) wanted to see a couple pendant ideas, with two sides for different loos
    I show this a couple different ways, each set with a front and back idea, and just fer the heck of it I also added a two tone look... One side engraved, one side smooth and high polished, and able to wear alone as the center bar too... You could add "Frames" for this in the future fo different and various stone options too...
  • John wanted a platinum claddaugh ring, covered with diamonds!!!
    Must be seen to be believed, the pave' setting looks AWESOME! tell us you love it, and we will send it to you.. We specialize in the unique and interesting, and we encourage you to dream big here, you really can afford to by avoiding those standard 300% markups, which we will never charge... I'd feel like OJ Simpson if the lawn lights would have come on if I did... {Grin}... A platinum Pave' Diamond Joy gernade for another unwary net citzen... Poof, there go your illusions that quality is expensive...
  • A set of awesome celtic rings are ready for the Casey's
    If this first photo is to much, we have a toned down version as well... We're a humble lot here, so we just quitely let our products and our judgement speak volumes for us... I think our clients "real people" appreciate an acsence of retail counter-speak, where promises are made by anyone, and kept by someone else... ...just fer the record, "we were the someone elses"..." {Grin}... This one shows the rings from slightly further away,
    this pattern came out very well.We are still getting better at these folks, happy halloween.. This one should be the sweetest halloween treat ever, just set back and go crazy this weekend, another weekend wonder-ring the record books...
  • More photos of the 3 diamonds for you!!...check out the certificates on the accent diamonds below.. the 1.27 ct. oval cut... Wow, what a group of diamonds we have here the 1.36 ct. oval cut This will be an incredible ring, royal quality for sure.. Brian, here's a trio of oval diamonds fit for a king (and his queen)
    Start with a finely tuned 10.80 x 8.10mm display, and add in a fine 62.6% depth, stir in a bit if "E-VS2" and mix with twin equally as fine side stones with a total weight of 1.45 carats and you have the ingrediants for a bountiful feast for the eyes. Take these jewels and plant them into a finely crafted platinum mounting in prongs, up and down the finger / center slightly raised, and you have all the elegance and beauty of anything in any print ad anywhere, at a fraction of the price... That certificate for the center is on-line too... Common sense can yield uncommon value, yes??? "Welcome to our world Brian, yer gonna love it here!!!"
  • Steve wanted to see his possible 1.10 ct. E SI1 round brilliant
    The lab certificate on this beautiful diamond Although we cannot capture the brilliance of this diamond with mere digital photo's, you can get some idea of how nice this stone is, let us know how you like it Steve.. Ya know Steve, as good as the digital camera is, it really does not do justice to this fireball diamond, that is perhaps a bit beyond the best of cameras... ...sigh... ...but we try our best, to show the best, for less... We appreciate that our clients are looking for quality, and common sense, and we are quite pleased to show what makes us different... Uncommon value and common sense, without those stupid stuffed teddy-bears... The mall dudes don't get it, we're pretty sure you will :)
  • From the "Yes we can do anything dept." a new celtic ring for Ted
    In 2 tone gold, this is a unique pattern and a superb ring, Ted wanted a specific pattern, and even supplied the art. I suppose some places would not build this ring, we enjoy making dreams come true here at Tradeshop. {Grin}... Even yer "Pipe Dream" there Ted... What do you think Ted? an Awesome ring for sure...... I still think that we should hand engrave those leaves for a dramatic effect, but you want this "Yesterday" so what's a guy to do :) Enjoy Ted-man :)
  • Kim Nolan, I want to make sure of what you have in mind before starting
    Sounds rather logical, yes? I see the pear shapes banked at a steeper angle, and set into the yellow gold shank, with a lower base center crown used for the center diamond, to narrow the space between and stuff. A heavier shank is no problem, in fact we can build anything that "you" define... Let me know what you think... "Bill"... {Grin}... Glad ya liked the drawings, you will see many many more in this page now, I'm going to begin drawing again, now that Bill can help me with the jewelry definition and production. Common sense is knowing what the client wants, and building it exactly... We like that :)
  • Paul wanted a tune up on his celtic cathedral ring
    Our hand engraver touched up each line of this ring to get the detailed look you desired. We hope you enjoy the photos, talk to you soon. We went back into the pattern, and carefully detailed the design to the point that I think yer gonna get really happy... Exciting and interesting, and quite unique... Enjoy!!!!!!
  • Beth wanted some platinum engraved cathedral ring choices.
    Any of these 3 hand engraved rings would be nice, the bezel type setting is the safest, in platinum any of these will last for many years to come, and each one is a unique expression of the engravers skill. Now ya know, you can take a ring from the shanks page and build a fantastic custom hand engraved job, for so much less than you might think... Yer in a different world here folks, no triple keystone markups, or non-certified diamonds... We value you enough to give you dependable service and certified diamonds you can count on... Total satisfaction by default, the right way to do business...
  • Howdy Tex, Hunker on up here next to this blazin' little fireball
    A princesscut of amazing quality here, and with a premium GIA Certificate (On-Line) but that is the math, hit the top link to see the diamond in a digital photo... So swing that thar leg over the saddle horn, and get on down here and corral this before it runs away... Yer never going to find such a fine filly, at such an affordable price. Enjoy the weekend, and we'll catch up first of the week :)

    A digital Picture makes things as clear as a Texas night, around the flickering fire. Just a note, with this sort of math, and at home in this cool platinum mounting (we're showing unfinished parts fer now) I think you get the idea. There will be a new bright shiny place in Texas, and in yer heart once you see this beauty... Enjoy the alternative :)
  • Peter and Amy have a finely engraved platinum dream ring coming their way
    An engraved masterpeice, Is this just what you had in mind Amy? First might I point out the delicate millgrain on the trillion v-caps next to the center, and the very nicely rounded shank and the laurel leaf pattern that graces the shank? A tiny "jewel" at the bottom so the ring can be sized locally, without the local talent barfing up the design... {Grin}... ...technical term there, sorry... Very strong and very cool, and ready to light up yer world... The local setter will finish the prongs and that, but enjoy my best work, "for less"... ..isn't it nice to spend only for the product, and not the "case-polishers"... {Grin again}...
  • Noam has a new wax to check out, much stylier than before
    Using the design of his current ring, and making a much more buff version, is this the ring you want in platinum, Noam? Now this is a very big stone, and a really large ring, it's projected weight in platinum is at 33 grams! We can roll over the sides, and lighten, without going inside for a hollow pocket and loose some weight/cost... Call me for that estimate, and this ring is on it's way to the casting process...
  • Steve Segal, this is a flying drop-kick to the retina, martial arts style :)
    No compromise, straightforward, Gary's digitals again show what it's all about... When it's about value and quality together at the same instant in time, on your schedule, well, I guess that finishes the competition... A fuller and brighter emerald cut you will never see, full and wonderful, another carbon lattice crystal structured cruise missile, sure to find it's way to the center of both of your hearts... ...ps, "loved yer movies :)"

    Superior Diamonds Deserve Superior Homes and I understand that the pipe band is your preference, and with another pipe band titanium wedding band it will nestle right under the crown. Aaahhh the crown, a strong basket crown that protects and displays the diamond to the best result. Bold and classic, a platinum band with a classic (unpolished and unfinished) platinum basket crown, well... ...you don't have to be a fortune teller to see that this is going to work great, it's a fantastic script with a wonderful ending!!! Ready to rock your world :)
  • Jeff Wilhite has two masterful waxes to approve, expect wonderful results!...
    Oh yeah, take the finest color on planet "D" in a GIA certed "VS2" 0.65 Carat fine round, and four princesscuts for a seamless row of lovely fine white diamonds, and plant them in a fine sculptured wax, with the subtile touch of "roundells", which in the metal will be the 18Kt trim on this platinum beauty... Remember this thread, and these results, when you get mind-bending retail prices quotes for marginal quality.... "Then, get the heck out of there!!! .. {Grin}...
  • Wayne Lewis in New Zealand is lookin' fer some affordable ice...
    We have a fine selection here, of shimmery fine diamonds, boh in the "E & F" range respectively... Certified diamonds with GIA certificates of great merit. No crabby strip maller is going to offer you this quality, at this price. They'd rather pound me, and other internet business, because we can do what they cannot... We can offer prices reflective of the absence of mall rent, huge overhead, so we don't need 300% bloated margins. This 0.43 Carat "F-SI1" w/GIA and the "E-SI1" 0.39 carat, either at less than $750, with GIA lab reports to remove stripmall subjectivity from the equation. ...any questions?
  • Kyle Corbett, get ready for an absolutely killer suite of diamonds!!!
    Not just any diamonds either, but extremely finely matched well cut 0.25 carats each diamonds, from our most attentive to quality and cut supplier too... The center is a fantastic 0.70 carat that I had on my specials page. Perfect for that ultra-white ring that is in yer near future... These diamonds will light up the ring wonderfully, they are super well matched and ready to go... Another Digital Shot Perhaps??? We really like to let the products and the value speak for themselves, but I get a kick when gary does such a marvelous job of showing you, once again, why we're the logical place for yer next family heirloom...
  • Tane Russel, stand by for eye damaging digital pictures!!! :)
    {Grin}... A very very very low set princesscut, in the carat flavor in a top clarity and color of course, and add in twin matched five millimeter matched trillions, then hand engrave the entire ring with millgrain and feathering, and the prongs for the center as well, and... ...and well you have a weekend blast of cool to remind you that a bookmark (before you forget) is warrantied... "Shameless if nothings else :)" Another kick start for your imaginations out there perhaps??? Like a Delco battery to a pacemaker I suspect {Grin again}...
  • Josh Nerney, we have an amazingly cool set of celtics fer you, with emeralds :)
    Just another modest example of what defines "cool"... A center gold section framed by white rails, with a floating emerald bezel in the center... Very nicely rendered and ready to ship... I love the ancient look of the bezel, and we've done alexandirites and emeralds, diamonds and sapphires... They all look cool... So, here's one for the real people, without the markups!!!
  • Paul, your Channel set diamond ring is ready to go..
    Made to order, for the 0.71 F-VS1 princess cut diamond purchased from us as well, tell us you love it, and it will be on your door before noon tomorrow.. Channel setting is really cool too, very very strong and no prongs to snag and be a bother... Smart and strong, that lovely basket crown with those well defined v-caps holding and protecting the points make sense, and define the shape too...
  • Derek wanted an Alexandrite bezel set into a celtic dragon ring
    What do you think Derek, the bezel looks tall now, once the stone is set, and the metal is bent down to hold the stone it will be much lower..Tell us you love it and we will have it cast for you.. Now, it's a bit hard to see the detail, but it's every bit the same that you see in the rest of the items, blended tastefully with a bezel for a sultry and smashing colored alexandrite... ...love the way the bezel juts out from the shank and band, and that ancient look and timeless feel... Yeah, I think this will ring the bell...
  • Daniel Zarin has a finished smashingly fine celtic fantasy just come true!
    I could see this one coming a mile away, and a fantastic idea it was to blend the celtic design with the elegant and classic top. I love the way that the half bezels add in a sort of timeless quality, and also how the center raises above the side stones slightly, to display it so well... OOOooohhhhh AAAaaahhhh, what a beautiful and unique ring, one of a kind!!! Is that diamond a beauty or what?!? Not just a ring, not just another job, but rather a genuine family heirloom which we built together!!! Dan Zarin, sit down and relax, then hit this wax link and enjoy!!! Shimmery blue sapphires, even digital photos don't do these beauties justice, and the detailed celtic pattern with the background dropped... Strong basket crown, and a wonderful ring coming fast!!! We know what we're doing too, note that strange shot inside the ring from the back, and that strap that the crown is supported by??? Yer lookin' at stability and strength, beauty by design and an eye toward the future... I'd offer that most strip-mall jewelry doesn't qualify to be called "family heirloom" quality, but we don't do anything that isn't... ...ain't that nice to know :) Dan your celtic 1/2 bezel, white 18Kt gold and sapphire ring is finished!! Our first ring in this style, when other people tell you it CANT be done, give us a try...Matched brilliant blue sapphires and a great center diamond, all on a celtic design band? Yes we can.
  • Julian Bostock, there's an elegant shimmery baguette mounting at hand!
    A terraced baguette mounting of some amazing delight here Julian, note how the design and the steps are blending into the shank, as the slightly progressively shorter baguettes make this lovely transition into the shank... Strong basket crown too, and a wonderful effect... Happy to work with you, and with results like this it's no wonder why :)
  • John Terning, there's a killer set of rings in yer future...
    Here's why we're so busy folks, it's ultra-fine platinum projects like this that are driving both our customers, and retail jewelers, crazy, for different reasons of course {Grin}... Nicely rendered in Wax, and with the delicate shoulders that make this ring special. Yet another wax, this one slightly modified for them, can you tell the difference? ...I want to mention here that this is being remade because there were some bad pits in the casting that I didn't catch, and I wanted to say that so you know that for me "it's done when it's right"... 'nuff said :)
  • Steve Karakis has a platinum ring ready to go..
    As they's say in Wayne's world "Extreme Close-Up" shot!!! Gotta love the smooth sleek look of fine diamonds and white metal, personalized with inside engraving and set to last a lifetime, and more... I personally love the way princesscuts brick together, just love the seamless look of well set stones... A very cool look here, with a very tailored look, and that row of diamonds which turns into a sculptured recess... Yum Yum...
  • Jamie has a set of celtics ready, and ohhhh what a set!!!!!!!!!
    The look and the feel, the definition and the design, how wonderful this ring came out, both rings are timeless treasures, so you guys get ready for a set of rings that will make a strip mall jeweler run fer the hills... Not just good here folks, really quite unique!!! Using the customer's art was both a pleasure and a joy, and you can see the results.
  • John has an 18kt white gold ring on the way!
    Using the classic "Demas design" He has created another killer celtic, check out the close up's.. Just e-mail us with the TR# from our .. handy new grid. I love nice jewelry, which is why I always really sort of hated that the store's mission was to charge 250-300% markups and to find the shop which would do the project the cheapest... We were always the union shop that got the tough work, the jobs that were important, inspired by the knowledge that for some "good enough simply isn't"... How about you guys, you ever gonna want to hand your charge card to a clerk again? {Grin}... ...didn't think so :)
  • Shannon wanted a white gold puzzle ring Major cool puzzle rings, of the white gold flavor... Personally I love these, but I for the life of me, even with the instruction booklet that comes with them, I can't get them back together again... ...perhaps it was the sixties??? ...anyway, here's another really cool shot from Gary, and a really near ring ready to rock yer world :) Gary is the king of digital photos, and I tip's my hat to the young man, for he has worked hard to show you out there just how good these projects really are... "The big view"... ...any questions???
  • Taylor has a beautifully engraved platinum ring Take a guide tour, please "feed the animals" and we're setting off for an adventure tour that you'll long remember. We're going to see wonderful things, things that are rare and beautiful, and know we can make one for you too... This is why I came to internet, I wanted to bring all the quality and creativity which is lost with a retail store interface, and open up to the possibilities with my visitors... ...with amazing result by the way!

    This is one picture that says it all, but you had better break out that sun screen or you're gonna get a nasty burn... All the quality we say, with this picture I suppose I can just make this a short thread, but shamelessly we're not gonna miss the opportunity to show you that we can, and do, make dreams come true... When you remember this site and this image I hope that you also remember that you don't ever have to pay retail 300% markups again, I just will not be another jewelry dude on the internet, I shall however be the logical choice to build your next family heirloom instead... I want to build fine jewelry and dreams, not another twelve tasteless strip mall jewelry stores in the chain... Homey don't play those games any more... {Grin}...
  • Andy wanted to see this ring today!!
    Here it is ready to ship, with an 18kt shank, and a platinum center crown, topped off with matched trillion diamonds a classic mount for sure..tell us you love it Andy, and its on the way.. And oooh what a ring!!! The shot does the ring justice, and just a note the crown is tall for the center is set locally, so I expect the local setter to set the stone nice and low, about the level of the girdle of the center, just above the strap... ...and if he doesn't I might fly out there and break his fingers.... I "care" about what we make!!!
  • Russell matching band
    Carved to fit perfectly against his existing ring. Ray does the engraving
  • Bobbie Jo has a platinum engraved bezel set princess cut diamond ring ready(whew)
    A 5mm platinum milligrain comfort fit band,add engraving and a custom platinum bezel.
  • Mark Goris has a staggered diamond studded fantasy about to come true
    Smooth lines, and lovely full cut diamonds Mark, the ring is done, and what a ring !! This 18kt gold ring is approx. 8.5mm wide at the top, down to 6mm at the thin areas. Set with 9 matched diamonds, the intertwined design works very well. See what can happen when you tell disinterested sales-clerks to "Take a hike!"... Never could figure out exactly what they did for that inflated markup, how good can that free cup of coffee be for that 300% markup anyway?!?!?
  • Robin's platinum engraved tulip mount!
    Engraved in the finest European tradition was added to a standard shank for a totally custom, elegant and lucious result...
  • A stunning gold and platinum mounting for Kim Kiper's 2ct.
    Kim's killer 2ct. round center stone is flanked by two 0.30ct. accent stones. The 14k gold mounting has been cut and reattached with a platinum top for a rich two tone effect.
  • The claddaugh style ring! Our newest wax mold.
    The claddaugh ring is a timeless symbol that never seems to go out of style.
  • Stephen Craig has a beautiful celtic cathedral with sapphires..
    The Cathedral style mounting in gold with sapphires.
  • Golda has a custom tulip platinum.
    Yes we can, if you see pieces or parts of several rings that you would like to combine, we can do that too.
  • John To wanted a comfort fit channel set band...
    Custom carved to hold 1.27 ct worth of finely matched round brilliant diamonds. Here is the finished ring,
    A beautiful row of diamonds across a comfort fit ring with a channel.
  • Marla Deese wants to see her new ring!!! This is another "tension set" look, with an under bezel to reduce the "tension" of wearing this type of ring, this time in 14kt yellow gold.
  • Ken and Julie have a 1.13 ct diamond, and a great platinum ring to hold it.. We supplied the mounting, and the princess cut was located by Duane, our diamond expert, The matched baguette diamonds complete the look,
  • .83 carat pear shape of exceptional color for the Baron of Burke. This E-VS2 and is accented by a high basket crown setting.
  • Taylor Branche has an engraved platinum beauty This platinum classic set with princess cut accent diamonds, what do you think Taylor?
  • Eric Kuwana, Here's the platinum penthouse for those beautiful diamonds!
    Three fine crowns, of the basket platinum flavor,twin baguettes framing the sides, and a bold and strong
  • Celtic Pierced Cathedrals engagement rings you say?!?!?
    You must have passed the GIA mind reading course, for I have about 50 exciting designs ready to move to my new web domain celtic rings.com These will be available in both platinum and gold, and for now these sample pattern shots will have to do...
  • Steve Westerberg's two tone platinum heirloom
    Platinum and 18Kt ring with princesscuts bricked together for a full and solid look.

    John's ring similar to the "Lanier style mount" in the wax stage..
    A simple yet elegant ring, with a squared off shank to prevent the ring from spinning, and a basket crown integrated to securely hold the center diamond.
  • Attention Jenkins/Ravenell... Yer dream eternity ring is closer to reality!!!
    This shows the way the stones go almost all the way around, with an intelligent space left for sizing and service, and with 15 x 0.14 carat of fine Russian cut "F-G-VS" diamonds weighing in at 2.13 carats total weight you'll be able to be seen from the space shuttle on a sunny day...
  • Marla Deese, we have your wax ready fer a peek :)
    A real designer look and feel in the platinum flavor, and with a unique look that does this "floating look" without allowing the diamond to float away.
  • Cat Stephens farewell gift in silver!
    A sad goodbye to Cat so I made a set of intricate celtic rings in silver as a goodbye present. This pattern has been popping up quite a bit lately, one of my favorites. Good luck in Chicago Cat!
  • John and Lauren, It's the pattern you've been waiting for!
    And not a moment too soon considering your wedding is on Saturday. We hope you enjoy this beautiful set of 18k. and platinum celtic wedding bands, and we appreciate the chance to make them for you.
  • A unique Greek cathedral engagement band for Megan and Marlowe!
    Here are some snaps of our first Greek cathedral band in 14k yellow with a solitaire mounting.
  • Mike James these are your rings!
    Here is a matching set of celtics in the "Marshall" Pattern rendered in 18k yellow.
  • Corun MacAnndra, your garnets, my platinum the moon and the stars {Grin}...
    A fine result with a platinum ring and a very beautiful look that makes no compromises anywhere... A die struck setting, for a strong and wonderfully straight and elegant look.
  • Jason's ring in the wax.made with die struck platinum crowns
    This is a smart and stylish way to create a custom ring. When assembled and polished this will look great.
  • Tricia Bhattacharya, this is massively fine!
    Here's a fine example of what happens when a good idea is sent in a drawing I can understand, wonderful things result.When it comes down to building I cant build unless I know what a person "sees"... Tapered baguette ring, platinum, with a fine emerald cut center. The wedding ring was made straight so it could be worn alone, fitted sometimes look strange worn alone.
  • Dave Shackleford ring of the celtic flavor
    A delicate celtic swirl in a warm yellow gold. Just good old honest values in a medium that moves at the speed of light... This changes everything!
  • Meagan Karvonen & Company, get ready for some impressive rings
    The first two of a cool three ring set, the engagement ring and the two lovely rings which will come to live with you soon... Well defined and impressive, and a nice "Greek Key" style pattern, for another cultural treasure! I guess that when I decided to blow off servicing the retailer resellers and retail jewelers it was the smartest thing I have ever done. I get more ideas in one week to work with than I did working for national chains and the 70 or so very active retail accounts in twenty years!
  • David Lerner, I got a mean streak in me :)
    I sat down today and engraved the ring, and man it really came out sharp... I'm not known for modesty (not even sure that I spelled it right) but when you said that you really liked the Joe Puglia's fine engraved tulip mounting flavor, the rest was easy... {Grin}... "Your project, and fantastic ideas from "real people" are my banner ad David!!!" Here's those larger updated digital pictures!

    David has a new platinum and diamond ring ready to go!!! Hand carved as one peice, the tulip crown nestled nicely in a slightly wider platinum band with princess cut accent diamonds set into the shank. Custom is cool when it's done your way.
  • Steve Westerberg's platinum / princesscut fantasy is about to come true!
    The center will be in 18Kt, as the wax shows, I added the wire prongs to show how it all works, but always use drawn wire, work hardened and stronger for best result.

    Steve Westerberg's very unique wax!
    This ring is a cool combination of styles. Channel set princess cut diamonds flank either side of a beautiful round center stone in a "cathedral like" and prong setting.
  • Michael Christopher wanted a bit brighter side trillions
    When we built the wedding rings for them we used our usual top color sapphire material, and it made the trillions look a bit less than a match. We replaced the trillions with a better color, and more the equal of the smaller very bright stones...
  • John Stokes has a 2 tone celtic ring ready to ship..
    The white gold rails contrast nicely with the yellow gold center..
  • Micheal Haugh has a new set of celtic rings.
    This is the picture of his, in 2 tone. Check out the detail of the pattern, very nice. The celtic design swirls, used in decorations in days of old, now available in platinum and gold... Trimmed with contrasting rails, and lightly antiqued to make the pattern even more elegant and defined...
  • Kim, this is the modified wax, check out the new pictures and get back to us.. Another dream ring about to become reality.
    Kim Kipper really loved a ring we did a while back for Seven Kramarich, but with a twist...
    While the basic idea of the Steven Kramarich ring was the mission we're going to go two tone, and also we wanted to use the same "V-Style" crowns for a more of a fan like look.
  • Craig is thinking about platinum for his oval diamond and pearshape garnets.
    Many times we can start with standard parts and achieve a custom look, using this standard shank, and a tiffany crown, we will have a very nice platinum engagement ring when we are finished.
  • Erik Kuwana opted for twin tapered baguettes,
    A very interesting blend, of fine diamonds and gourgeous platinum basket crowns, with the body of the ring in wax, with the tapered baguettes inset.
  • Floral pattern make Michael Haught's matching celtic set an eternal classic.
    Cast in 18k white gold for finely detailed rendering these rings are beautiful family heirlooms.
  • Before and after, Steve Wages custom designed Celtic set with and without the black "antiquing."
    We thought we would use Steve's project as an example of why we highly recommend the black background to bring out and define the center pattern. The rings themselves are a custom pattern from Steve with a Trillion emerald bezel set in the ladies with one rail detached for use as a separate band. This project was a pleasure to create.
    Here's a beauty in the rough. Shown without the black antiquing.
  • The comedy is that Jan had these 14kt gold faces made into a pendent for herself
    The tragedy is no one else has seen them yet. I had a customer recently request the "Comedy and Tragedy" faces, and I recalled seeing Jan, Ray's wife, wearing some just the other day. We can make these in any metal.
  • Heather Wolak has the perfect engraved engagement ring & now wedding ring match!
    Heather, don't know if you noticed but this is such a nice ring, and wonderful set that I made you your own page within my master directory. Hall of Fame material here!!! Heather Wolak has a fine match for the diamond wedding ring for my engraved rings
    Soon a perfectly wonderful match for the engraved and fancy wedding ring, with an engraved roundell and a fine tapered baguette this will shine and sparkle. The wax makes the design look dark and thick, but remember that we show the waxes, and we carve the waxes to be 110% of the finished projects mass. Filing and finishing, setting and engraving still await.
  • Sean Forbes wanted a Hebrew phrase hand engraved inside platinum bands
    Sean is a past customer, and a friend... We met on internet when Sean was desperately searching for the "perfect two carat"... We built their platinum wedding ring, and now we're completing the set, You and Ann are really wonderful :) Hope Sean remembers this fine quality work and the fantastic diamond he got from me.
  • Jason Oxenrider has chosen three magnificent diamonds!!!
    Table 56%, Depth 62.1% and the GIA Laser inscribed number on the girdle ideal cut, with very good symmetry and very good polish... "WOOF" Strip-mall jewelers eat yer heart's out!!! You had the chance to offer fair value and top quality, but you blew it with 300% markups and full page ads... Here's the best of the best, flanked by twin third carat diamonds we have to complete the mix...
  • David Lerner bought a 1.06 "E-VS2" ultra-fine diamond which needs a home
    In a wonderful one piece sculpture we show your diamond, in a soon to be hand engraved by me in platinum for the coolest of the cool... Inspired by Joe Puglia's fine engraved tulip mounting this will light up the night like a comet... David, it just doesn't get much better... :)
  • Tricia, we have the most amazing wax to show you today :)
    Nicely banked tapered baguettes, and a flying bridgework design gallery built in...if you look very close, "no closer", you can see the small locating hole for the crown, a die-struck quality crown is both the smartest and safest way to go...vastly superior to in my humble opinion... (humble?)... ...anyway, this is the body of what will become a killer lovely and impressive set, and we did it yer way...
  • Tenny Brannen is going to really dance on the ceiling now!!!
    Take a very very fine "E-VVS1" 1.30 carat near ideal cut round and a wonderful platinum mounting that has a wonderful two tone look... Next comes the fine die-struck crown and "POOF".... Faster than the FEDEX dude can deliver chocolate That smashing platinum ring is priced everyday here at only $240 US, plus the crown...
  • Harp on this, a very worn old ring made interesting and pretty again :)
    I don't know of much worse than a treasured family heirloom retipped/restored (yeah, right) by a strip mall jeweler poorly... Flowing solder like decorating a cake, slopping' frosting everywhere, I'll bet this low Karat solder discolored as well, right? I get paid to know this stuff :) ...anyway, the old crown is all but worn away, and the shank is thinning out under the crown, but you told me this was your Grandmother's, and meant alot to you...

  • Kate Gilson has two celtic joy-grenades ready to go off {Grin}...
    One with 18Kt center in a delicate celtic pattern, and a matching platinum ring, does it get better?
  • Boris Yeltsin loves platinum, fine diamonds and vividly colored and vibrant sapphires!
    AAaaaahhh, the cool Russian nights will be warmer for sure, with this fireball diamond to light up the volga... The vivid sapphires are hard to describe Take a finely tuned platinum ring, set nice and low for common sense and beauty, and you have a prime reason we're do darned busy here :) ..we also provide free velvet boxes too, just not stuffed toys, outrageous markups or that junk...
  • Cameron has a very unique set of celtics ready..
    Using Cameron's idea's and inlaying Lapis into the ring, we came up with one of our best celtic sets yet!! platinum one of a kind wedding set, Incredible!!!!
  • Erik Kuwana has an amazingly cool ring to check out!
    three lovely stones riding in platinum basket crowns, nice and low to the hand, trimmed with twin framing tapered baguettes, Strong too, for this is fabricated of strong crowns, with a near bulletproof result... Stones setting nicely down low to the upper gallery, where the baskets connect the crowns...
  • Beth Porter's platinum project is complete, and very wonderful indeed!
    A second shot was required, for that dark shadow on the crown in the first shots made that hard to see... In the "Basket Crown" flavor, and with the added touch of very small (smallest available) fullcut diamond in the tips of each prong too!!!

    Beth Porter's been a waiting' to take a peek at this platinum beauty!
    Here's a ring that yer not going to see everyday!!! Note the small fullcut diamonds (58 facets each) set "in the prong tips"!!! ...but it's not just that, check the tapered baguettes and princesscuts that line up nicely, and the rings fit together like a fine Swiss watch... I'm so busy in this page alone that I haven't had a chance to upload the newest customer referrals to my other page... ...now for a republican "that is very busy indeed!!!"
  • David, Here's that fully engraved platinum mounting!!!
    Yeah, a major cool platinum effort, affordably yours. Here's twin matched amythest trillions, set in platinum with a fine diamond. An alternative to the mundane it's both secure and beautiful...

    David Schwindt has a fantastic ring that we finished today!!! Well, sort of anyway {Grin}... Soon fully engraved these will separate this ring from it's more humble cousins... these lovely trillion rings are totally custom. "Quality is not expensive, retail markups were!"
  • Chris May's platinum matching wedding rings are "very cool" indeed!
    Built to have the pattern as wide as possible within the desired width, so that we could get nice definition... They offer a classic meaningful message, echoed in these designs of old... Enjoy the alternative folks!!!
  • Andi Wolmott has a fantastic platinum fantasy, that came true!!!
    With a strong under bezel to keep things sane, we have a classic platinum beauty. Take a fine 0.44 ct D VVS1 and stir into a platinum ring, a lifetime of happiness is my guess :)

    Andi is designing a very unique ring (Another HUGE picture) Although this is a tension set style, Ray refuses to build rings like this. The look will be the same, but we will add a under gallery in under the diamond.The style will be the same, but much more secure, and not visible from the top view.
  • Chuck Vanderlinden Wanted a bold impressive Platinum Celtic
    A powerful finely tuned inter-twined rope pattern, to match Maura's ring, with applied slightly raised rounded rails, and a very deeply hand chased design... Wonderfully comfort-fitted and wearable.

    With Maura's ring done, now its time for Chuck to get a new celtic also..
    Maura convinced us to channel set stones, Chuck had us modify the pattern to accentuate the over and under part of the pattern.. Check out the bottom left shot to see Ray's magic... Maura wants a celtic ring with channel set stones.
    We have not forgotten about you Maura, Ray is making a whole new type of ring just for you.This is the first step, next we will make a wax that grows a little at the top to accommodate the sapphires.. HERE IT IS!!! Our first Channel set Celtic pattern ring!! Platinum ring, specially made for Maura, with a knottwork pattern that never ends..and the design was also carefully modified to include a channel. Ray set 3 sapphires into the rings pattern...
    The wax for Chuck is ready to be cast!!!Ray took the time to tune up the pattern by hand.Awesome detail soon to be in platinum..
  • Matt has an 18kt and platinum "dream" ring finished and ready to ship..
    A very secure and stylish way to set the accent diamonds, the 2 tone looks neat.. The diamond on the end snugs into the platinum shank, and the two inside are set in 18Kt with a lovely almost "Snowflake" look top down... Really substantial too, we do not lighten out rings at our customer's expense.
  • Laura wanted tune up on her platinum and pearshape diamond ring
    Ray worked his magic, so the ring now fits nicely against a 2.0 ct. solitaire, the key was rather simple :) Once you guys are hitched I highly recommend soldering these together, with that solitaire you have, and then they will always be dead centered and just right... Enjoy guys, hey WIllie, you watching' this!!!! Cool huh?!?!?
  • Lisa Shea has a Platinum Fantasy Ring for her own!!!
    Engraved and detailed Just look at the elaborate and elegant nature of the flowing design... A clear reason I'm on internet is to make ideas like this a reality... Not the only jeweler on the web, just the most creative by a lightyear and more... Special order is generally avoided by the trade, for it demands product knowledge and requires judgement, it's so much easier to sell the garbage the buyers shoveled into the showcase... yer my showcase Lisa, and may you shine brilliantly eternally... Enjoy!!!

    Lisa Shea had an "fall apart" invisible set ring, dat needed help...
    So, since this was an invisible set ring that was not really well done it started to fall apart, and stones tipped... To cure Lisa's problem the solution is to make the ring with rails between the rows of stones, structurally there is no comparison, this is infinitely stronger... Lisa, this is the Finished ring before the engraving. This is already a great ring, the engraving is going to be like the icing on the cake on this one... Another view for you Lisa, this time with the diamonds in place and milligrain on the top.
  • Pat has a platinum, sapphire and diamond ring ready Hand engraved by Ray today, this one came out very nicely... Check out the detail acheiveable with the digital camera...
  • A new 2 tone celtic ring for Stewart A well defined pattern in 14kt yellow gold, with white gold rails.. A small spot in back is provided for sizing, if ever needed... Tell us what you think Stewart, when you have the ring tomorrow..
  • Mark has a wax ready, soon to be flush set with diamonds, in 14kt yellow What say you Mark, we have captured the style, and soon the ring will be in gold, with the diamonds set all the way around the ring..
  • Now Heather's band is done also..The diamond and sapphire trio is complete. For all the people with trillions side stones, this is the type of ring that will fit flush against them, Heather has her ring, maybe she will stop by sometime so we can show them all together, we are ready to ship!!!
    Micheal Christopher has a new ring to match his wife's
    Check out these digital photo's, we can finally capture the color of our sapphires. We use the top quality trim stones that you generally see in the finer (most expensive) stores, but by default our aim is to simply, and effectively "blow you away" with our offerings... ...we're smart enough too (and shameless enough) that we strive to show you the results of our efforts, up close and personal... ...any questions??? From the top, similar in design to the trillions and princess cut of her ring.. The classic 3/4 shot, I suppose we will have to use the digital camera every time from now on, what do you think Micheal?
  • A magnificent diamond selection for Steve Brand
    An oval center diamond, and a matched pair of pearshape accent diamonds... ...ahhh but the vid-snap was done with a light background, and that was less than the best... I used a darker background, and floated a quarter to the side of these lovely diamonds... "Really killer match"... Let's rock yer world guys :) A second shot will help you to see the wonder of these diamonds... They are remarkable...
  • Paul McCabe has the first "Celtic Cathedral" type ring
    Another large picture (68k) Ray has been experimenting with some new designs, adding the photo etched pattern to a classic ring design, made to protect and frame the stone... This is an exciting design, that offers both the interesting patterns of the designs, and offers the diamond maximum protection too... Smart and stylin', ya gotta love this new idea... The "Celtic Cathedral" designs are born!!! This one is 14kt gold, watch for many more designs to come.

    Paul thinks Celtics and Marquise Diamonds are a natural ...and I tend to agree... Perhaps one of the most impressive variations of the celtic bands I've done was the Cory's Cathedral Celtic, which has inspired many a person to enjoy this bypass idea where the stones sets more protected, and the design has room to grow lush...

    Just a humble mock-up of the plate, with the bridge and these old torn up hands holding that lovely marquise in tweezers, which look great! In a very nice crown the stone will set just inside the ring's shoulders, and they are just slightly longer than the marquise "by design"... No one size fits all here folks, my main job ain't clearing out jewelry cases of outdated styles and ideas.
  • Dave Klatt has an engraved band ring ready
    (ANOTHER BIG PICTURE WARNING) Jerome was set free on this to create a "wavey lined" pattern, old world craftsman ship can't be beat..See you tomorrow Dave.. For the engraved ring lovers whack this link and stand back, yer gonna love this shot!!! A couple of new shots of a ring we made for Dave's Wife.. What do you think Susan? These shots start to do your ring justice.. Side view, check out the channels that encircle the ring.. Even after a year of daily wear, platinum looks great!!! Top down view, now digitally rendered just for Susan...
  • Side view of the celtic ring, with a bezel set diamond
    A bezel is a very safe way to set a diamond, nothing to catch or snag, and similar to the way the Celts set stones themselves.. Arthur' new Celtic is King!
    OK, the new shots are worth looking at, if you ever wanted to add a bezel to a celtic ring..Check them out Arthur, and the rest of the web/world... A very popular design, here it is in 14k. gold just like arthur wanted.The celtics are a hit! With patterns and designs like this we can produce killer rings and killer results. Watch for many more styles coming soon. I think that you are going to find that over time we will improve our pictures so that we better represent these items, the Heron pattern is both one of most popular (mate for life and all that) as well as one of the most elegant... Wonderful in platinum or gold, a perfect choice for unique rings...
  • Matt has a new ring from the garden of platinum dreams Again a larger scroll able picture, are these pictures to big for you guys out there? The detail and style of this ring is great, platinum leaves holding the diamond, a very organic look, with a 0.35 ct E-VS2 center stone. Tell us you love it Matt, we are ready to ship.. Matt Holm has a wax from the garden, a total organic look, straight from the magic garden
    The perfect bouquet in precious metal and fine gems, for that added sparkle, a humble E-VS2 fireball diamond... ..."humble, yeah right...The diamond stands alone as one of the finest examples that a diamond can yield, stir this beautiful ring together with this fine diamond, and you have a wonderful treasure built to last a lifetime. The delicate leafy nature, the wonderfully sculptured feel, it's about the most wonderful ring I know... Chip Wolcott had a lovely sort of sculptured floral motif as all many months ago...
  • Erik Kuwanis wants to see the before picture! Here is a good example of a ring before assembly. The crown of the ring will be cut to accommodate three 1/3 carat rounds. This type of ring making creates an extremely strong and high polish final product. Here you go Erik!
  • HIgh resolution pictures available for JoePlease excuse the earlier shots, if you have a fast connection, or some spare time, check out these pictures, may take a moment to download.. Let us know, which way to go, with the engraving, Joe... Joe has an awesome platinum, engraved, princess cut ring ready.Ray is still getting better at engraving these rings, here is proof, notice the detail and the side princess cut diamonds, another classic, ready to ship..
  • Randy has a new set of celtic rings ready A bezel set diamond on hers, and flat set sapphires and peridots, a unique combination of colors and styles. A one of a kind wedding set, in 18kt gold. Exploded View! for a up close look at the idea, and the very nice result of your wonderful idea :)
  • Beth is having a wedding set made, with diamonds in the prongs
    With baguette and princess cut diamonds, this set will fit together perfectly. Together they measure 6.5 mm, or just over 1/4 inch, tell us what you think, Beth.The side shots, as requested, large and crispy.. This will be a wonderfully perfect fitting set when finished, and the wedding ring is perfectly wearable alone too... The cut out will be less prominent than you might think, I'm going to work that area nicely and it will be a wonderful effect when done... "guaranteed"...
  • Sharon wanted a 1/2 bezel type setting for her diamond, and a matching band.
    Rather than give them a flat estimate, Ray decided to move this one straight to the wax stage. Tell us if you like it, and we will create the set in platinum for you. Once the band is covered with small diamonds. the look you faxed will be captured..
  • Chad has a new celtic ring, 18kt yellow center, with white gold rails.
    This pattern came out great! we are constantly working to improve our process, this is proof! This ring is ready to "cruise" when you are Chad...
  • Matt has a new ring on the way, this is just the wax
    The area holding the 3 accent diamonds will be in 18kt gold, the rest in platinum, once we get the go ahead, we will cast this one up for you... We can use whatever type of crown you choose, I used the 4 prong just as an example..
  • The extremely finished ring, shown digitally just for you.
    Trying a couple more shots, dont mind the hourglass, what do you think Laura? The finished "eternity symbol ring" in platinum Laura has a new band custom made to match the solitaire, tell us you love it, and it is ready to ship!!!
    OK Laura,we have another view for you, this time matched up to a 2.0 ct. solitaire..and the 0.48 worth of pearshape diamonds in place..
    The same ring, this time with the 0.48 worth of pearshape diamonds in place..
  • A set of platinum engraved beauties, both with sapphires
    This is a set of rings that Ray made, the Ladies ring is ready for a 1 1/2 to 2 ct. stone, his ring is already set with a 0.15 ct diamond and 4 sapphires. These make an awesome set, if you prefer, we could sell them separately also.. e-mail us for a quote..
  • Danny has a new platinum and Jade ring
    Starting with a comfort fit milligrain wedding band and adding a platinum bezel. The "Hockey puck" shape jade fit into the ring nicely... This gives a unique look, what say you Dan?
  • Cameron Barker's celtic designs are in the wax stage
    Soon a gent's and ladies matching platinum fantasy rings, with a very slightly raised bezel inlaid with lapis... I computed the center for the bezel (I'll do that in the metal) and I wanted you to see how nice this idea works... Ready to get rollin' now, platinum casting is next... Call Jan and let's get the bean counting' out of the way, I gotta a lovely set of rings to build :)
  • The Bhattacharya Family is having us build an heirloom for them...
    Note that the baguettes make a lovely fan on the engagement ring, with gentle roundells at the end of the rows... Also note that the wedding ring has a straight baguette that runs the center section, with matching tapers on the ends, with the same flavorful roundell to terminate the row of diamonds... Here's a similar ring I just finished for stock, ten matched tapered baguettes, that I had engraved... Set down, give the "GO" and fasten yer seatbelt, we're ready to rock yer world :)
  • Stacy Dembinsky and company, fasten yer seat belts and get ready for custom celtics!
    Rose gold centers make this set of rings both unusual and striking... The white rails for contrast is perfect, and if you ask me I like the white gold rails better than the platinum by far, for price and the look is the same...
  • Eric Hassler has a platinum beauty, with trillion sapphires, engraved!
    Giving the new digital camera a work out and I'm glad that finally the beauty of the sapphires that I use is clear, top shimmery Ceylon matched stones for the perfect framing effect... Another shot? Dat can be arranged. The mounting is nicely strong, and offers a lovely home for such a fine diamond... Fully engraved, check out the next shot for a massively close up eyeball sandwich shot... Love the ring, thanks for working with Tradeshop and remember that Godiva Chocolate now has a lovely web site... ...shameless, aren't I?!? {Grin}...
  • Bob and Joann Corey, "you got some 'splainin' to do!?!?!?
    Update Page for this important ring!
  • Form fitted Two tone set for Charles!
    Here is a stunning form fitted set of rings for Sir Charles. This one's a keeper! The fit is very carefully contrived so that the rings are a nice set, and while this picture is washed out, the rings are a vivid tow tone, and built to last a lifetime ... Enjoy...
  • Julie's Heartshaped Stone!
    Here is an example of some beautiful hand engraving nicely complimenting Julie's heart shaped Ruby! Can you feel the love? Note this elaborate detail that is in the finest hand engraving tradition of Europe, That heart pattern down the shank, the high polished bezels... What a killer ring, dream big grasshoppers, you can afford to here :)
  • A lovely matching set for Erica!
    We used the rail of the ring on this one as the matching band,with a pear shaped bezel set solitaire. Not just any pattern here folks, but they hand drew this one and we turned it into the most gourgeous set of rings... Look carefully at the over/under weave of the vines bursting from the vessel... I only wish that my pictures did justice to this incredible set of rings...
  • John wanted a platinum "Tulip" to hold his 2.01 ct round brilliant diamond
    These new tulip style mounts are very neat, and we can make them very quickly for you as well, what say you, John?.. We now stock the Tulip Mountings in both gold and platinum, for most cuts... This is a great way to get a lovely ring, the best of the best, for less...
  • Randy dixon wanted a specific configuration on his ring.
    With 2 tiers of baguettes, and a pearshape center stone, This will be a real beauty in platinum and 18kt.
  • Classic solitaire alert, this one is for Lisa
    Not every thing we do is custom, this is another "Instant" solitaire, we can make these for you the same day you pick the diamond, if we have it in stock..
  • Daniel wanted the perfect pendant for his emerald cut emerald.
    This is a 14kt gold, hand engraved basket type pendant, A great way to show off an awesome gemstone. Here is the matching ring, another incredible emerald here...
  • Dave wants a platinum celtic engraved ring.
    As with any custom project the wax is the first step, with the 0.53 ct. princess cut diamond in the center, and a hand engraved celtic design on the shank, this ring will be awesome!!!
  • Steve wants a specific look in the engagement ring we are making
    With matched pearshape diamonds, and a 1.04 ct center stone, this will be an incredible platinum ring..As soon as we get the ok, we will cast this beauty for you.. A couple of more shots, this time with the 1.04 ct round brilliant diamond..
  • Michael Christopher and company, Cool Wedding ring alert!
    The center is framed with lovely trillion sapphires, so we're doing the wedding ring in alternating diamond, sapphire gems. Channel set for common sense, no prongs or snags is a very nice thing... Form fitted too, so we have a locked in nice trim fit here, for the perfect matching rings... The gent's ring will be a comfort-fit ring with three stones flatset into the top, engraved to resemble the design of the ladies engagement ring...
  • The dove is done!! and it looks great!!Our wax carver "Tim" has outdone himself again..
    The Dove pendent is nearly done, our wax carver is awesome at animals
    Set with a tanzanite, this is a symbolic setting, watch for the finished product, YES we do more than just rings here....
  • Brittany has a new engraved band to match here existing ring.
    Highly engraved by Ray, this anniversary ring is going to be in the ceremony next week in Bali..And if that isn't enough...
    Ryan, her fiance' also has a new platinum ring, with a bezel set black star sapphire
    Being the world travelers that they are, this sapphire was hand picked by Brittany while she was in thailand, the star is only seen under natural light, so I included a couple of shots to show the incredible star hidden inside..
  • David Haig has a celtic ring ready to go
    Check out this 18kt white gold celtic ring... Taken from our plate #11, pattern #I, very detailed, with triangular spaces in the pattern, yes we could set trillions in there as well... Tell us you love it David, and we will ship it to you...

    ...and pre-history... {Grin}....
  • Peter Reilly wanted to see the "edge" between the rails and the pattern more shots, closer than ever... Peter Reilly is the owner of our most detailed platinum celtic ring ever
    This ring has been closely watched each step of the way, this type of detail in platinum is very difficult. Let us know what you think peter.. Here's a case where in platinum the finer lines just do not come out in complex designs... Peter Reilly should go nuts over this new ring!!!
  • Angela Hunt has an awesome set of celtic rings ready
    The detail on these rings came out extremely well also, this time in silver, highly polished and extremely nice..Let us know how much you love them , Angela..
  • Charles has a new matching band for his wifes wedding ring we custom made from scratch.
    Soon to be two tone gold with three very nicely matched baguettes. It was made to be exactly the same shape as the engagement ring.
  • Dawn Waldren's family has used Ray as their jeweler for many years..
    This is her ring, with a custom matching band carved to match..
  • Mike Whittaker's lovely oval 1.22 carat "F-VS2" fireball!!!!
    Here's a ring for the ages, an amazingly fine oval diamond here, with a finely crafted solitaire that is both strong and lovely. GIA certified, this is not just another diamond, but represents one of the finer diamonds in this lovely cut...
  • Doctor Mohammedd has just had his prescription filled for brilliance and beauty
    Do I detect a pulse on the rise Doc??? {Grin}... Here's a fine platinum tulip ring, so aptly named for the lovely and styling crown that holds the diamond. A diamond of 2.28 Carats is impressive enough, but put it into this fine ring and...
  • Gary said that someone named "Bar" would be looking for this ring here tonight :)
    the classic six prong solitaire, a safe and elegant solution to displaying a fine diamond. Note the strong shank, we do not use the light weight rings, our customer's deserve and get the best we can offer. Sharp and refine, a timeless classic heirloom...
  • Gail Newcomb's amazing rings are becoming a reality...
    Here's a most interesting idea... Take a design from the photo-etch collection I built and hand engrave on a ring that is originally a wax carving custom job. A blend of two different techniques, and what a result!!! We have the matching form fitted ladies wedding ring in metal, engraving it and the gent's ring we've suggested as a comfort-fit ring of the perfect die-struck flavor... No reason to re-invent the wheel, plus I love the finish on die-struck anyway better... Work hardened and perfect, it just doesn't get much better :)

    Soooo grasshopper.... We now have rings that are going to be constant comment catchers, delicately hand engraved rings that are form fitted and killer... Your ruby is going to feel like a pampered queen in this castle of cool... ...the gent's ring is being done as I write this, soooooo.... Guess that another dream or two just came true today... Does anyone really notice how many world class jobs we do??? Hits were over 26000 yesterday, and I thank you all from the depths of my heart... You bring the ideas, and the creativity... I am your method of translation, but you deserve the praise and rewards... Love the ring, love the idea...

    Now the three ring set for your review!
    All engraved delicately, we drove out to Beaverton to get this, and are shooting it just as it is shipping... ...but a sweeter set of ring has yet to cross the decks here. Really stunning, and in the finest european hand engraving tradition we have again built a dreamy set of rings, at a working person's price. No halogens, no stupid stuffed toys as bait... ...just top quality (as you can see) and affordable prices too... Imagine that, our secret weapons {Grin}... ...judging from the industry it will be years before they "get it"... Massive margins will not fly, not with us out there they won't... {Grin}...
  • Robert Burton loves sapphires and platinum
    Sleek and beautiful, elegantly classic, the trillions frame the center diamond with some huge measure of grace and class... We're always having a devil of a time showing the items nicely, so here our very first digital camera shot... ...a more worthy ring there could not be, for you can begin to appreciate the vivid blues and detail here... Get excited!!!
  • Ophie's Diamonds in a row, platinum dreamy display
    'tis late on a friday, and I just finished this lovely platinum ring, with three really fine diamonds... The safe is locked, I'm all alone, but the if I remember right (generally do) this center is a finely tuned "G-VS2" with flanking similar uncerted stones. GIA cut the cert on the center stone. Set by yours truly today, strong and built to last forever, and a day... You could pay a lot more, and get alot less... Heavy prongs, strong under galleries, strong and beefy shank... ...the closer you look, the better you'll like... ...thought I'd make you crazy for the weekend... {Grin}... Ray
  • Celeste has a ring ready for her princess cut 1.50 diamond...
    ALthough she got the diamond somewhere else, we had the pleasure of building this platinum mounting for the stone to rest in..elaborately engraved, and ready in under 2 weeks..not bad eh? Ray here, sneaking' into the page :) I really like this ring, for it marks the change to a stronger and more substantial shank for these designs... I am now using a shank that is thicker, stronger and it offers me a better "canvas" if you will, to define and explore engraving... I love this result, for the bit of extra width in the shank makes all the difference... Enjoy :)
  • Charlie Brown has an Emerald Ring that is smokin' fine...
    Yes, this is the famous Charlie Brown, and he's living in the great northwest... Been working on getting this ring just right, finest platinum and the best of the best...
  • Clint has a new ring,
    Now imagine this... ...so first you take a classic mounting with a mind toward hand engraving and detail, stir in twin matched emerald that are lucious and bright, next take an ultra-fine princesscut and stir gently (don't shake)... This one ought to bake your imaginations out there, and I know that Clint's world is going to heat up... Serving one fantastic additional example of what Tradeshop is all about... Not just jewelry or diamonds, but dreams and heirlooms that write new rules... {Grin}... You made this site collectively, Now look what you've done!!!
  • Albert Catelani, I just got the rebuilt ring all ready to go...
    I sold Albert the center diamond quite a while back, and finally we decided that the style was baguettes in a curved and swirled pattern... I have a local supplier that has generally very nice rings, so I showed a few... Albert picked one of them, which admittedly looked great to me... ...but the local appraiser saw that the supports under the diamonds were a bit ragged, and what was the real problem, that a couple baguettes were very slightly marred... ...so while I priced, and sold, a factory produced nice ring you now see Albert's new full bore custom ring before you... Here quality matters... ...that is the mission...

    But wait! There's more! New shots for comparison!!! Chris and Gary told me I was a bonehead for not pointing out that this is "way more a ring" than the factory, in width, weight and attention to detail... Who am I to argue??? {Grin}... Shamelessly offered for comparison, and do notice the gallery work below the stones, rather than slender wires we have thicker and windowed boxes... Very strong, very smart, and easy to clean too :) Who am I to argue?!? OOOooohhhh yeah, here's a form fitted wedding band, and a matching gent's ring too! Bold and cool, and really nice... I guess it's jobs like this that make me smile, for I know that it's another "joy-bomb" that I'm sending out into the world for a real person... I've considered the domain name "Uni-Jeweler.com"... {Grin}... Start getting excited guys and gals!!!
  • The Chadborne family has a new family heirloom too!
    A platinum celtic, with rails and a 6mm stone set into a finely tuned platinum bezel. Tight and nice, the celtic pattern frames the center so very nicely. Boldly comfort fitted, beveled to be easy wear and enjoyed. Platinum is not an easy metal to work in, but we love it for it yields strength, definition and lasting properties, vastly beyond gold. The weight is major cool too, so off we go into the holiday weekend with a significant group of new family heirlooms complete, and many a dream come true... The ring without the antiquing, and with the 4 small diamonds set into the pattern, similar to the "Charlie set" small accent diamonds can add alot sparkle, and can be added to nearly any ring,... Ray here... I personally lie a bit of the antique in the background, it helps the design to be more dramatically highlighted, but this is a taste thing so either way, enjoy :)
  • Here's that ring for Li Glover
    This is a shot of the ring as a blank, I set this yesterday, last night actually... I wanted you to know that the reason that I did not do a wax on this is that I wanted to fabricate the ring of die-struck parts for a stronger and better result than cast... Casting is great, but die struck is smarter and safer for sure... I'll do the finished snap for you in a moment, but I wanted to show you the start right now :) This ring is ready to ship, with diamonds going all the way around the ring for an eternity!!! Princess cuts encircling the finger, and a great emerald cut center diamond..simple yet elegant, another dream ring come true!!! A fine double line of milligrain along the edge for taste... "Sweet!"
  • Soon to be a highly engraved gold ring for Jeff
    With an awesome tsavorite center and white sapphire trillions on the side. This setting will protect the stones, and showcase their qualities nicely. Let us know if you want the shank a little more tapered or not Jeff, .. Soon to be set with a tsavorite and sapphires, please give us a call Jeff. Here's that finished ring Jeff :) Here's that ring with a very subtile satin finish, and delicate hand engraving by the master himself, Jerome... The cool of the cool is ready to ship, so start getting excited, and by all means, set down and relax :)
  • Susan had a ring made awhile back, a significant platinum ring with diamonds
    Here it is tuned up a bit, with a matching platinum band with 5 diamonds across. Made to match, this creates a set of world class rings, what do you think Dave & Susan?
  • Here's the new pattern John!
    These pictures are actually shot from the magnesium plate mold that we make the wax model of the rings from. The black background is actually just black felt tip pen. We just wanted to show John Armstrong what his rebuilt pattern looks like. Hope we did it right this time John.
  • Julie Chang sent us her heart, to set into a custom ring for her
    The wax looks really neat, lots of hearts built into it already, this will be a unique finished ring to watch for...
  • Kathryn Gimple found a celtic zoo-morphic design she loved
    Strange sounding word for such a major cool and unusual design I know, but the celtic patterns are woven in the mysticism of symbolic association with animals, and is one of the patterns symbolizing the "hounds" design... A staple in the celtic arena, a classic and wonderful design for sure, in warm 18Kt gold.
  • Greg marshall has a celtic ring ready
    In 2 tone gold, 9mm wide, using the pattern he created, an awesome creation!! Ray here... I generally like to draw up the customer's design but I didn't this time because it seemed so very clear. ...ya know, I made a big mistake here, but how you recover from a mistake I feel is the measure of a business or a person... ...sooooo..... {Grin}...

    So I'm going to remake the ring, with a longer pattern, redrawn so that the weight of the lines is more uniform on the ends. I'm also going to take the inside yellow rail that I built into the first one and basically make it as narrow as possible too... Longer by a significant distance now, with less sizing area in the back... Here is your ring Greg, in the metal, notice how far around the pattern goes... Ray had this art re imaged, the pattern is now deeper and more defined. Check it out and give us some feedback..."TGIF"< Here's the new ring Greg! Finely tuned and much better resolution. Wider pattern yields better resolution, and so we have a ring that is both interesting as well as finely defined, and more distinct. I like mucho better, hope you do too :)
  • Tim Hill in England has a fine diamond/celtic ring to remember!!!
    While crafted in the new world the old world charm of the celtic designs shines thru this project. Studded withh small diamonds, like dew drops on a leaf, this shimmer and dances, to the sounds of celtic intertwined unbroken knott work. A lovely way to say "I love you" indeed, a symbol fitting a world class relationship indeed!
  • Dave Gallas & his lovely bride have platinum fantastic ring now :)
    I must admit, I think this is the finest customer drawn art that I've gotten, and perhaps that is because the process, the rings, the molds and the result is as fine as any ring that has cleared the deck here... Bold and beautiful, this is another fine example of ornate and cool, the best of the best celtic patterned wedding rings belong to the Galas family...
  • Coleen Thayer's building a white gold wonders!!!
    Oh yeah, bold celtic knott patter alert, with framing white gold rails. Bold and excitingly different in a world of the mundane, designed to enjoy a lifetime and more. A his and her's set that is another good reason to bookmark this site, yes?!?
  • Jeff has an impressive celtic ring ready to view..
    We finished several many celtics today, This is one of the best for sure.. I've lightly antiqued this as well, and that shot will soon grace the page too, and I do like the slightly darkened background better for the design is more defined and "cool"... technical term there, sorry {Grin}... So, pictured with one rail attached, and one rail loose, when soldered together, or worn together, the set becomes symmetrical and stunning... Here's the antiqued version! I just love the lightly antiqued celtics, for the design is contrasted so very well...
  • We are trying out a few new styles of engraving on platinum...
    Tell us what you think of this wonderful example of classic european hand engraving.. We can do this on many styles of rings...
  • Peter Reily is wondering' what the heck is going on?!? Yes it has been a while Peter, but I had to re-image that center section for the wider version, and so without any added delay (drum roll please), here is the center section of the platinum ring, not yet finished or with the platinum rails attached, but everything is moving along nicely for a killer result... So set back and relax, we're building something with flavor and exceptional taste... The raw cast rails in the final shot are still rough, note the side cutter sprue cut off {Grin}... ...but I wanted to show you you'd not been forgotten Peter :)
  • Segan requested a platinum ring with trillion sapphire accent stones
    Ray immediately set these sapphires in a ring we happened to have in stock, so this si another platinum engraved bueaty, ready to ship in record time...
  • Brian requested 1/2 bezels for the accent stones, with an ovalcenter diamond
    We found a set of really nicely matched sapphires to put into the platinum ring we created for Brian, let us know how much you love it, she's ready to ship...
  • Kevin has a platinum chain, and a new diamond pendent, ready to roll
    Platinum chains feel really neat, a little heavier, and much stronger. The 1.231 E Internally flawless diamond looks pretty "perfect" also...
  • Mr. Oat has a celtic ring ready to roll
    This is another pattern we re imaged to get better definition, we never stop improving these rings...This magnificent example proves it!! Michael is one of my favorite past customers, we built him a stunning platinum engagement ring, flanked with fine rubies, and now micheal has a world class ring... He called a moment ago from a sailboat on the River in Washington DC, and since micheal works for NBC TV in the sattelite division I suppose I should not have been surprised to hear "drop the sails and let's log on via the uplink"... Michael, you are a special man, in a special world, may this ring bring you happiness and delight forever... yer the man Michael, yer the man!
  • Chris, here is the waxes made to go with your existing ring
    Sounds like we may start with a standard band on yours, Hers will be a platinum form fitting band... Update Rather than have a "thicker at the top" we're going back to the wax bench for a uniform thickness and slightly lighter weight. This will really help to make the bezel and diamond the visual center of this ring. What a ring this will be too, and what a set...
  • Alex wanted a band to match her awesome engraved ring we already made for her...
    Yes, Ray can match nearly any ring with a wedding band, especially fun when we get to do both... Ray here... I guess that I always have felt that it's those extra touches and detail that make for elegant jewelry, so it was really fun to engrave this to match the engagement ring... I like the leaf style patterns bordered with millgrain, which can be done on all but the most narrow of shanks for a taste and flavor that is special. Pleasure working with you to complete the set... Enjoy guys!!!
  • Kerin Almand has a smashingly fine engagement ring we built,
    One for which we are designing a wedding band for too. Here's the engagement ring with the added 6 fullcut diamonds to the roundells, for an added dramatic flair and sparkle... Shown is a wax with 6 princesscuts, and various round diamonds supplied by the client... We can either go this direction, now that there are rounds in the engagement ring this is a "natural"... Or we can go with princesscuts times ten for a slightly different look... I'm going to call you now about this, but the result of all this work will be some we can both be proud of... ...and that is the mission! THEY ARE DONE!!!!, although I will miss Kerin's e-mails, I am pleased to present her finished wedding set... We had lots of fun designing these with Kerin, a one of a kind, custom, hand engraved platinum wedding set, ready before the wedding, special, eh?
  • John has a new gold celtic ring ready to go!!
    We re imaged the pattern for this ring, notice how the design is now more defined, this is one of the finest examples of our celtic line to date...Tell us you love it John, we are ready to ship...
  • Cindi Benfer has twin matching engraved/millgrained comfortfit bands!
    For a ring that is delicate, to complement your elegant engagement ring we started with perfect comfort fit platinum band rings. Next a border was hand cut for the millgrain line, and then the engraving down the center started. I think that you will really love these too, for I take the time to make them both dramatic yet smooth, detailed yet comfortable and easy wear... Another dream come true, dream big grasshopper's... ...you can actually afford to here... {Grin}...
  • Tom has a new set of celtic wedding bands ready to ship
    2 tone and very well defined patterns here, on her ring, the existing band she has will serve as one of the rails..nifty, eh?.... This is the "Chip" pattern, in a bold 5mm center, framed with bold accent 18Kt rails... Strongly and elegantly pattern, for a lifetime of enjoyment... Celtic woven ropes symbolize the inter-twined lives of the bearers, unbroken knott designs are so cool!
  • Hey Patti, Here's that 11 diamond princesscut wax, for a stunning effect
    By using 11 stones you have a center diamond that is the focus of the ring, so I'd strongly recommend this look... I used 2.5mm princesscuts (approx 0.10 ct each) for a total weight just at 1.10 carats... This ring used "VS-F-G" stones too for ultra clean and very well matched indeed. Takes about two weeks for our best platinum efforts... What say you Patti, shall we make another dream come true for you?!? Rock and roll :)
  • Jeff Saunders has a new wedding set ready to go!
    Both rings in 18kt yellow gold, and a 4 prong tiffany style platinum crown to hold the diamond, The cathedral type ring really accentuates the center stone.. This is the newly modified ring set, ready to go The rings match much better now, the "wings" have been modified as per your request, tell us you love it, and we are ready to ship...
  • David Rager has a wax ready..matched to your existing ring, this will be an awesome set of rings...
    The ring will finish a little smaller than shown, so the rings will be very similar in width, let us know how you like it so far David...
  • Tane Russell has a new platinum and diamond highly engraved ring ready..
    This ring is ready to ship to sweden as soon as you tell us you love it Tane!! We set the stones low as per you request, and hand engraved to your spec's as well, Have you got the date and address for us yet?
  • Jason, your wax is ready for the 1.19 ct pearshape diamond
    Soon to be in platinum, matched pearshape accent diamonds also..watch for the completed ring, it will be incredible... The shape is so classic and symmetrical, this ring is fated to be another wonderful example of what we are all about. Ultra fine jewelry and diamonds, and at a real person's budget. I hate the fact that special order and custom is generally marked up 250-300%, making marginal quality and afford ability issues which are limiting factors. It frankly also means that stores rarely ask shops to "make their best efforts," which you will quickly see is our default minimum here :) Jason has a new platinum ring ready to go!!
    With 3 pearshape diamonds, set very securely in his custom platinum ring, another "instant heirloom", tell us what you think Jason!!!
  • Joe Puglia's platinum engraved tulip crown solitaire is ready,
    Yeah, so you start with a lovely tulip ring and take the time and care to engrave carefully to enhance the shape. The top view is interesting and ornate, but the side view highlights the crown and the shape of this lovely ring. Is this not amazing??? This ring was in parts this morning, and today this is ready to rock someone's world... Quality parts make for every bit as fine a ring as possible, no compromises need to be made.
  • Marc decided to have his band be a 2 tone also, with a marquise diamonds set into the ring...What do you think Marc? a great looking ring, made to last a lifetime Marc wanted to add a couple of roundells to make his ring exactly what he wanted We can adjust nearly any ring to make it personally yours... Just because it only comes from the factory with the two upper roundells, we just added the lower to to make it ideal. Not every job is a custom job, if I can save you money I will... Imagine that!?!
  • Heather's lovely 18kt mounting with a pear shaped center stone and finely matched baguettes
    Hand engraved buy Ray himself! extraordinary isn't it! The attention to detail and craftmenship are very obvious in this ring. This is one you wont find ANYWHERE else. Get ready to be amazed Heather.!!! Ray here, "I want you to look close at the engraving when you get this"... This really came out nicely, showing that we can take the flavor of a ring you saw done with a round, and indeed not only "use" a different shape stone, but make it seem perfectly ideal... "Cool huh?!?" {Grin}... Heather's 18kt mounting with a pear shaped Diamond center stone set securely and engraved all the way around!!! Heather's 18kt mens ring is also ready to wear, with a couple more shots of Heathers mixed in...
  • Bjorn is having a 5 diamond ring made in 18kt yellow gold
    This will be a very wearable ring that still has lots of sparkle, with 5 stones at approx. 0.20 ct each, an "eyeball sandwich" as Ray would say... Bjorn has 2 rings ready to ship..her ring is designed very well, and looks awesome in yellow gold..his ring is very cool also in a 2 tone..
  • Sage Merchant has a new "sparkily" in cool platinum :)
    Designed to please, and built to last a lifetime, a platinum eternity ring with just an extra dash of the interesting. Sage's other platinum ring is ready to view, baguettes with a princess center stone. :)
  • Harrell, I think we got it this time, stronger and more rounded,"Cathedral" style The bottom right picture is with a 3/4 ct. center stone. Mr. Watkins wanted the style of the platinum #4397A, only with a more rounded shank
    Once again, he just pointed at the style he wanted, and said can you change a few things. YES, if you see something similar to what you want, we will make the changes to make your "dream ring" a reality. Harrell had a custom version made of his earlier choice. A stronger rendition of the other ring, with larger "wings" on the ring, extra rounded per Harrells request.
  • A Graduation present from Mom & from Dad...
    To the "love of their life", they just wanted to say,
    So they ask for a custom ring made by ole Ray
    I engraved this for you, and will send it today...
    I'm so sorry it's late, for graduation day...

    Just as detailed and ornate, as the one I made before,
    With a lovely sapphire, with vivid blues and more,
    Flanked by white trillions, and engraved, it is quite a treat!
    I think all but the deadline, every mark this will meet...

    But long after you've left halls and books all behind,
    The beauty and detail I hope you shall find,
    Makes you smile and think warmly of your Mom and yer Dad,
    ...and what a wonderful graduation day today that you had... :)
    Ray *Happy graduation day!!!!

    A beautiful platinum and emerald ring ready for Daniel!!
    Platinum and accent baguettes, hand engraved to give the ring style and flair, a new home for an awesome emerald. ...and do look closely at the engraving too, all hand engraved by Ray here in our in-house workshop. Trim and smart, that emerald has got to be happy, in it's new platinum penthouse home...
  • Kerin, your ring is ready!!engraved platinum with princess cut diamond accents
    Ray captured the style we defined, detailed, yet not too ornate. Tell me what you think, we will start your matching band next, using the stones you supplied. Here is the wax of a matching band, this will be set with princess cut and round diamonds
    Once the ring is cast and finished, they will be the same width, and with matching engraving it will be a set of world class custom rings.
  • Ryan has a new "tulip" solatiare, 18kt shank and platinum crown
    This is a great new style of ring, available in all the diamonds shapes, sturdy prongs that resemble a flower, holding in the diamond, looks good, eh Ryan?
  • John has created an incredible platinum and diamond engraved masterpiece of a ring
    This is another example of the engraving done by Jerome, and this picture, while nice, is the faintest shadow of the detailed and elaborate engraving, in the finest european tradition. Combining the roundells with the delicately engravedd shank, shiny under galleries and prongs. A ring of many contrasts, and eternal classic being born... More pictures with the stones set, Sooooo much detail here, soon to be on Sharon's hand
  • Bjorn is having a 5 diamond ring made in 18kt yellow gold
    This will be a very wearable ring that still has lots of sparkle, with 5 stones at approx. 0.20 ct each, an "eyeball sandwich" as Ray would say...
  • A Necklace for his wife, to celebrate their boat :)
    Yup, Ken, we're going to make this in two stages, sawing out the "star" and "Island" from yellow gold plate stock, and the white star from 14Kt gold white plate. Just like the Logo on the boat and you can bet that the gals at the yacht club are gonna want one of these!!! Once we're sure that she's lovin' this we're going to 'pave diamonds into the star... Right now this is fantastic, and another great example of how dreams can come true...
  • This is a ring we have in stock. platinum and 18kt with baguette accent diamonds
    This ring can be had for a mere $1000 dollars, it is possible to change out the crown to a pear shape also.. ...but not just any ring, this is a delicate platinum ring, trimmed with tapered baguettes, and trimmed with 18Kt gold... Most cool, and an affordable no compromise cool platinum ornate ring awaits...
  • Ted, this is a new wax replica of your ring.
    This could very quickly become a 2 tone ring, let me know Ted, we are ready to move.. Delicate by design, and a most lovely wear daily result is to be expected. This will soon be in metal,we rounded the shoulders more for you. We can make the adjustments to the crown also as needed.
  • Built to Ahmeds specifications, for a magnificent result
    A wonderful ring, strong and substantial and built to last a lifetime, and be enjoyed every second of that time. Pearshapes in low rising bezels and a finely crafted upper platinum section. Another timeless classic and fine example of what we bring to internet. Sanity in fine jewelry!

    Ahmed is having a marquise and pearshape ring being created
    The shank will be 18kt gold, the center of the ring will be platinum. An excellent style that holds the stones very well and looks great. Note the slightly elevated side pearshapes, framing the center and blending into the shank. Strong and smart with six prongs and v-caps, this is a wear daily/enjoy every second ring in the making. Hey Yahoo?!? You watching this guys and gals?!?
  • I just got one of the coolest letters ever :)
    Rick has a couple of engraved rings ready to match his existing ring. Done now, I hope that these lovely, bordered laurel leaf design engraved rings bring you the happiness that your lovely referral letter brings me. I measure success by my customer's reactions and enjoyment, and I am a very proud man today... Enjoy guys :)

    Rick's ring is done, set with the 1.31 carat "F-Internally Flawless", "Actually Rick has had this one awhile".
    So here's the massive effort, another elaborately hand engraved ring by yours truly, Here we have an 18Kt body with a platinum crown, split prong effect to enhance the look. Fine tapered matched baguettes grace this ring, and shamelessly pictured up very close.
  • A pair of 18kt white gold celtic rings to die for!!!
    Victor, these came out even better than usual! and the light was just right to capture the detail in the engraving..
  • Joanne has 2 platinum rings that are completed, these rings are BEAUTIFUL!!! I had to turn down the brightness to even look at these 2...
    Joanne has a platinum ring engraved beyond compare!!!
    Ray spent most of the day on this one..The detail is magnificent.. Triple rows of milligrain, baguettes and rounds...watch out for this one Joanne.. The baguettes are framed with millgrain, which after the row transitions into the leaf style, bordered for a trim look. Delicate engraving on the prongs...
  • Justin wanted "greek" engraving
    Although we dont speak greek, we got Jerome to engrave it for Justin. Once again we made a dream ring come true, I am sure many places told him it couldn't be done..with clear instructions, we can make nearly anything!!!
  • Gail is having some custom rings made! this is the ruby engagement mount before engraving
    Gail actually took the time to send us a sculpture of this ring so we could get it right, This ring is very nice already, with the added detail of engraving, and matching his and hrs bands, this will be a set to remember, watch for updates... Gail Newcomb is considering a massively cool project...
    If the ruby floating in the center cut-out, displayed wonderfully yet protected, weren't enough, soon we're going to engrave a delicate pattern on the shank, to complete the 14Kt gold fantasy... yet another killer custom job, on the alternative jeweler's site... One more for the real people!
  • Jason... {Grin} While unusual, I did say I could "build anything" soooo....
    When you first ran this past me I must admit I was somewhat amused, and the design does stand nicely on it's own... I'm sure that this is not going to show up in any "ancient book of celt".. I really like photoetch because it allows me to use the customer's art, and do it there way.
  • Maura, Imagine a celtic ring with a row of princesscut sapphires!,
    The design has been split and a section added for the princesscut sapphires, which will set as low as the point on the base of the stone allows. I shall then recut the lines after setting the stones, and the pattern will appear more like it frames the stones than a stuck on look... Another fine ring in the process of being born...
  • Parrish wanted a platinum pendant to hold diamonds
    and what a pendant indeed! A delicate and intricate design, a woven look and a styling way to set any stone. Soon, I'll set the smaller diamonds into the design, in much the same way that I set the wedding ring that I just built for her. Sort of a matched set brewing here folks, and how cool it is!!!
  • A set of Celtic rings for Kim Tuccio!!
    His is wider in 18kt gold, hers is platinum, both came out very well. The distinctive knotwork pattern, finely crafted and ready to wear for lifetime..
  • Randy wanted an engraved platinum setting for his 2 ct. princess cut diamond
    We just happened to have the ring he wanted in stock, check out this killer ring....With matching accent baguettes on the sides, and highly engraved, it doesn't get any better. Ray here, I just got this ready to make an offering for the two carat princesscut lover, delicately engraved and millgrained, with four finely matched baguettes! A steal at $1500 US... I believe this is right at 0.35 Carats, and the detail is quite amazing... Enjoy Randy, and I know she will as well :)
  • Ben wanted a platinum and diamond ring wrap, here it is!!!
    This little beauty will fit around there existing solitaire, to give the look of diamonds all the way across the finger. what say you Ben..
  • Louis Lanier's Platinum Fantasy Ring is nearly complete!
    With a blend of engraving styles, a bold strongly ornate hand engraved design, this ring takes a back seat to no other. Now fully millgrained for that fine interesting edging, and I indeed did cut a line on the side of the crown, where the shank connects, to define the prong, and I engraved a line pattern to contrast the center area. Not much left to do save make that gal of yers crazy Louis, I have a feeling she'll be walking' on the ceiling real soon now :) A close up shot of the engraving and stuff, but again, it's hard to really do this justice with vid-snaps...Here's the ring set!!!
  • Heather, the wax is ready, pearshape center with matched baguettes..
    This ring will be 18kt gold, and highly engraved.Starting with the Romero ring. Large roundells and a solid shank, The palette for Ray's engraving..Another classic example of "fine jewelry"...what say you, heather? *Ray breaking' in here for a moment"... This is a style which is both classic and exciting, and I engrave each one to be a family heirloom. The bold roundells turn into the most perfect canvas for engraving, and the shank carries it all the way home... Many examples abound in these pages of this design, light and delicate for smaller centers, and bold and powerful for diamonds like this 2.40 carat fancy GIA yellow Internally Flawless we built. ...and the beat goes on... {Grin}
  • Stephanie has a new platinum ring ready!!
    Starting with a standard platinum ring, adding princess cut diamonds instead of rounds, the result is the ring Stephanie wanted. Note how very nicely the princesscuts fill in the spaces which were suppose to have round diamonds set? I like the modification greatly, for all square edged stones and the rails/bars all make this a most interesting and geometric look... Does it get better? "I ask ya?!?
  • Pat wibbeler wants a matching band, in platinum. to accent the engagement diamond ring
    This will fit together nicely, with a slightly domed top, the pair will match very well... When you think custom and special order you should logically remember tradeshop.com and these pages... Compare prices and value, you are not buying the name of the store, and likely that nice salesperson won't come home with you either, so why pay more???
  • Kerin's ring is nearly ready...
    The style of the "Kushmer"wax, with a princess cut center stone, a lovely ring, 1/2 way done.. OOOooh but not just another ring here, for this is paved with princesscuts, and surely the path leads to happiness for a lifetime, All symmetrical and tight, this is a compact and lovely pattern, well defined and set up for a home run!!! This one is going over the left field wall man, in jewelry this is one fine "grand slam!"
  • Chip has a platinum celtic ready to go!
    This ring turned out just beautiful! In fact it is so beautiful , we had to shoot it again.. tell us what you think Chip... Platinum is such a cool and heavy metal, it's a sure bet that this lovely ring will please for a lifetime, and perhaps more :)
  • Sandy has a new 14kt gold ring WITHOUT the side diamonds
    The color change of this stone has to be seen to be appreciated! Sandy has a new 14kt gold ring, with accent diamonds in place around the Alexandrite Oval!!! Sandy is having a chatham alexandrite set in a 14kt gold mounting Sandy wanted to see a chatham Alexandrite although I cannot catch the color change that happens with this stone, I did capture several of the colors that reside in this incredible gemstone, let us know what you think Sandy... To see a better view of chatam emeralds check out this project! The chatham emerald offer all the look (quite better actually) and are both perfectly matched as well as affordable too. Lab grown, but massively fine for most fine jewelry projects, this is a great way to go!!!

    Killer Engraved Ring Alert!!!
    Cool doesn't have to cost and arm and a leg, and nice attention to detail needn't either. I engraved this today, and had a great time taking a basic standard ring and making it into another delicate fantasy ring... Enjoy!!!
  • Scott Kramarich, your wax is ready already, this will be incredible in platinum
    Capturing the look of the ring you suggested, this is an exact representation of the ring in the wax. Tell us you love it and we will have it cast up for you!!!!

    Here's yer finished Ring guys!!! A real treat to do this job, I just love the delicate look and the substantial weight, for I do not lighten out my products, I leave all the weight and quality in for my clients :) Ships today!!!
  • Greg Drumm has a ring being built in platinum :)
    A most delicate wedding ring, laden with five diamonds, perfectly matched for a solid diamond top look, soon to be cast in killer platinum for a massively fine look. Sometimes it's custom that is called for to get things simply perfect, so worry not about seeing exactly what you want in these pages, we can build anything once defined... So, this is off to the platinum casting early today, want to touch down with Greg once more, but we're well on the way today :)

    Here's the finished Platinum Wedding Ring Greg! So very well designed to ride low, be smart and easy to wear for daily enjoyment. Much stronger and heavier than the stock standard rings we sell, you'll love the difference, and see why custom is King here!
  • Cayte has a new ring ready!!! pretty quick eh?
    This is another example of a fast, 14kt gold, basket crowned solitaire, for a delicate yet substantial low daily wear ring...we do a few jobs that aren't so custom. Let us know what you want and we can build it!!!
  • Russ Riedmueller's ultra platinum fantasy ring is ready to see guys!!!!!
    Take a finer than fine GIA "Fancy Yellow" Internally Flawless 2.40 Carat, flanked with twin princesscuts, in the 0.65 carat each neighborhood, and stir together with a fine single piece platinum casting, Russ purchased these diamonds from me in a marvelous simple mounting, and from the beginning we've planned to set them into a platinum penthouse worthy of these ultra stones... Rock and roll, how big can "you" dream?!?
  • Marc, your ring is ready!!!Platinum, gold and diamonds
    Slightly raised from the platinum body in v-caps and partial bezels, layered look with an 18Kt trim. A fine marquise graces the center of this ring, and the applied 18Kt rail gives it a warm cheerful tone.
  • Martin!!, The rings are ready, you will have them tomorrow!!!!
    Martin, this is the wax mold that will be in platinum for you very soon
    These will fit so very nicely to the engagement ring, and will fluff out the trio of rings rather than make them awkward or too bulky... Nice set of rings coming up, another masterful solution, and affordable too... Imagine that!
  • Jackson has a set of celtic rings Done!!!
    Jackson Cheng is having cool celtic rings made
    Just for the heck of it I decided to show you the plate process, where I take the design to the metal master. Next I make a mold after rounding and "poof" soon you have cool rings, in exact widths and art you want... "Cool, huh?" Moving things right along, more on these celtic rings in just a bit :) Did I mention that there is an entire celtic page yet?
  • Denise, your ring is done!!!, Ray did his magic, and your diamond is set, ready to wear
    Denise Kaltenbacher had a ring build last week :)
    This is a platinum bodied wonder ring here folks, with fine hand engraving and detail beyond my humble shameless attempts, and my video skills, so I offer this to you guys, Russ and Nichole... If you like this flavor, she sure did, then we can take that
  • WoW, we have the matching band ring done in platinum, built to match an existing antique heirloom
    also check out the tuned up engraving on the original ring!!!Our hand engraver Jerome did a great job..
    John Paris is building a delicate matching platinum wedding band...
    So, we're going to make this a form fitted ring, and finely engrave as the original engagement ring is, setting 7 diamonds into well defined flatsetting as shown... Nice and solid, and trim, this will be the perfect companion ring for this lovely blast from the past... Ready o rock and roll on this end, how about on that end???
  • Louis Lanier is almost finished, another platinum fantasy
    We have a smashingly fine platinum mounting, a wonderful custom mounting that will soon be hand engraved, in the traditional european hand engraver's style. A wonderful "canvas" for sure here, another fine inside view of the process in action, custom is a series of quality steps, each critical, for a quality result. Louis??? Paper or Plastic??? {Grin}...
  • Donald Magrogan is having stunning platinum rings made!!!
    Complex and ornately inter-twined ropes are the basis for this pattern, and while I do indeed leave a sizing area so the pattern doesn't suffer with local talent sizing in the future, note how nicely the ends are done, leaving the ropes unbroken and inter-twined still. The gal's ring will be cast Wednesday, and we are on track, on schedule and this pattern is... "Woof!" {Grin}...
  • Another incredible set of celtic rings, this time in 18kt gold
    The definition of the detail on these rings is simply marvelous!!! A matched set of rings that symbolize the intertwined lives of their owners. Sharply defined, and a wonderful symbol both fine celtic design as well as simply beautiful...
  • This is a replica of the Venice cup world champion bridge trophy
    Only 15 americans in history have won this cup, and they have to give it back at the end of the year. Our customer that had this piece commissioned will be a winner forever, we do make much more than rings. Just define the project well and we can make nearly anything you want. Lots of the credit on this one has to go to Tim, our incredible wax carver, working from just a photo he created this trophy in 14kt gold.
  • Jeff has an awesome new platinum and 18kt "tulip" solitaire ready
    This is another example of cool solitaires that can be had virtually overnight. If you have a due date coming up quickly, to much to do before the big day..Pick a diamond and a solitaire for the wedding, etc.. Then after your life has calmed down, return the solitaire for a refund and have us create the custom mounting you always wanted, without the rush or hassles involved with last minute details
  • Celtic 2 tone and a bezel set diamond, An incredible set of rings for Cameron
    These 2 rings are all 14kt gold, with a .30 ct diamond, the detail is difficult to show on the web. When the light plays off of the pattern, you can really see the detail these rings have on them..
  • Another awesome celtic set, ready to ship, these 2 are for the Haig's
    On these rings we had the pattern be a similar width and adjusted the size of the rails. 2 tone rings with the raised edge to protect the detail of the pattern, shown before the finish is applied to the background.
  • Debra Delmonaco has a bold, powerful, platinum ring, ready to wear as soon as the center stone is set..
    Debra Delmonaco is thinking about a bold, powerful, platinum ring :)
    We think that she just might have something here!!! Based on the smooth channelset easy wear construction, fans of elegantly matched straight baguette diamonds flank this most impressively large emerald cut... Also channelset with bold rails, with and eye for design and beauty... You could wear out a pair of Nike's running around to find anything half as nice, for twice as much... If you like math, you have got to love that equation. ...and if you love fine jewelry as does Debra, then yer gonna love following this most impressive thread... Not just a ring here, but rather a mission :)
  • Carl, your ring is finished and ready to ship!!
    > Karl Garcia's woven platinum wax is done, again...
    Built this a while back for Karl but it got lost, so we're making it over again in the same style and flavor as before... Note that the wax is dramatically sculptured rather than simply a suggestion of a weave, we have a killer look here and once Karl says "GO FOR IT!" then it's on the way to another platinum killer project :) Woven platinum look, very cool! Carl Garcia's woven platinum wax is done, again...
    Built this a while back for Karl but it got lost, so we're making it over again in the same style and flavor as before... Note that the wax is dramatically sculptured rather than simply a suggestion of a weave, we have a killer look here and once Karl says "GO FOR IT!" then it's on the way to another platinum killer project :)
  • Carl Wilcox saw a ring on my site, and had to have one like it :)
    Platinum and trillions combine to frame this lovely radiant cut diamond, and the engraving is like frosting on a cake, a delicate millgrained border all around the shank, and the prongs on the trillions ornately decorated... They wanted a less elaborate design on the ring, so here's where I am thus far. how am I doing guys?!? {Grin}
  • Hand engraving in the classic european style!!!
    Mike has been waiting quite awhile for these rings, this caliber of project takes several weeks to complete. But what a project!!! Note the recessed background, all done by hand... This is an elaborate and delicate pattern, masterful in design and execution. This doesn't happen in regular jewelry venues folks, you're lookin' at something quite unique here. Imagination doesn't sell the stuff in the cases, special order and custom are generally avoided in favor of selling what the cases hold. The creativity and skill involved in making these 2 platinum rings goes far beyond average. We can do something like this for you too, I would plan on at least a month though to be safe.
  • Custom ring on the way for Marc Courts This ring will soon be holding a .50 ct. E-VS1 marquise diamond, in platinum with gold accents. The body of the ring will be platinum, and the ridge down the center of the shank will be 18Kt gold, for a killer combined metal look, and another winner for Tradeshop Inc. Not just jewelry but rather a mission to make top quality affordable and avoid the counter-babble and stuffed toys these days that substitute for quality and value in the malls. More than just business, this is a mission for real people, and protecting their best interests. Tell us how you like it and we will get it cast for you pronto!!!
  • Louis has an even newer style of lovely platinum ring ready to go :)with a few modifications, this is it!!!
    Louis Lanier has a new style of lovely platinum ring almost ready to go :)
    The wax is ready, check it out and e-mail us to tell us how much you love it.. (He did:) Based on one of my wonderful stock platinum mountings, which we cut the top out of and installed a fine basket crown perfect for the customer's new diamond. But custom was the final route here. See, almost any ring I have is modifiable, as I hope this example shows. Here's a way to get all the look of custom, tailored to the individual stone, in an elaborate and interesting housing... ...more the platinum penthouse I suppose, but you do get the idea,yes? Here's those newer shots, close ups of the fine way that the crown joins the center crown.
  • Russ Riedmueller bought a 2.40 Internally Flawless natural yellow radiant cut diamond
    So, how do you make a ring the equal of this massively fine diamond??? A highly ornate ring sounds like the perfect way to go... I make many of the engraved rings, and for this job I feel that this is perfect. This ring will be power! ...and very trim as well, for we have banked the nearly 3/4 carat side stones, and while only a size 5 this will be trim, bold and very wearable and enjoyable daily... Designed to please, engineered to be elegant...
  • Chris Reeves likes a bold mounting that protects the stone
    Once we drop in the center platinum crown after this is cast we'll have another fine example of a classic winged solitaire, where the diamond sets very lever with the top, at 7mm wide at the top, and tapering gently, this will be another lovely reason never to pay retail prices again... What say you Chris??? Ready to rock yer world :)
  • Steve Gurney's Wax is done already!!!
    A fantastic channelset platinum ring will soon be made here, with matched "VS=E-F" princesscuts for a sweet and trim wedding ring. Nice tight pack, from top down this will be a solid sheet of diamonds, what a cool look!!! What say you Steve... Are we headed to metal???

  • Band Rings to match the highly ornate engraved engagement rings!!!
    A lovely way to go is to capture the shank design, that repeating laurel leaf pattern that graces the shanks of the fantasy rings I engrave. Shown is a standard comfort-fit band, add $150 and I'll engrave it to your tastes... Cool way to make matching bands for sure, and since I sell the platinum bands for half the price they are also affordable as well :)
  • Randall Durand's ring I just remade...
    A slight flaw in the plate made the pattern just a bit distorted in places, so I re-shot the art, made the mold over and "Poof" we have another 18Kt celtic beauty that is built using customer's art. There's an entire celtic page you know... Little joy-bombs being planted, and delivered via FEDEX going off all over the planet delights us endlessly... For our clients avoid bloated markups, and get top quality... ..."does it get any better???"
  • Brian Bollinger's ring is done as well!!!
    What to say but "How cool!" Here's a ring from my "Cool Platinum Rings" catalog, making the ring very inexpensive as well as very high quality. Based on the classic split shank, and basket crowns, for a killer look!... Shown with sapphires and ready to wear, I think it was never about how much you spent, it should have always been about quality and value, jewelry should not be the exception. Here it is not :)
  • BettyKay had me build a platinum fantasy ring, with princesscut sapphires
    So, you want to see yer ring huh?!? Built to enjoy for a lifetime, she ordered the ring before even selecting the diamond, and knowing the range is all I needed to construct a platinum penthouse home for this most interesting of rings. Boldly ornate and elegant by design, surely this will please a lifetime, and more, for this is built to last, and built
  • Charles Powell's set of rings is done here too,
    but now in the two tone that he wanted... We had about four sets of twin baguette rings going at the same time, one with platinum, one single color and... ...but anyway, here's a lovely ring built to last, lovely and styling, a wonderfully fine ring in two tone here, shipping today :) ...another "joy bomb" from the uni-jewelers {Grin}...
  • Jeff Miller's lovely rings are done!!!
    Now in a six prong crown! Tapered baguettes times four on the engagement ring, and three lovely baguettes for the center, and even though the center straight baguettes is closer to 0.20 carats than the 0.10 carat I planned, I wanted this to end just right, and that stone to span the center of the design in the wedding ring more than to stick to the bid... ...so I make a bit less, but you have no compromise cool rings, built to last and built just right... This morning we we're ready to ship and realised that we'd planned for a six prong crown, so I sat right down and two hours later "poof"... The top row is the new shots from this afternoon, and the lower from this morning :) Amazing, right?!?
  • The original ring, and the new matching bands in rose gold.
    A great story of an heirloom, that needed matching rings for the wedding on saturday... The wedding bands in rose gold, the engagement in the wax

    Amy is having matching rose gold wedding bands made... Here's the waxes
    Using a nice faceted look to the band and accenting the centers of the rings with diagonally set princesscut diamonds... The stones will set right into the metal, making the need for a bezel non-existant, cool for daily wear too. Thank Gary for that idea, we'll make this smooth, interesting in rose gold, and affordably your :) What say you folks, shall we move to the next stage???
  • Classic wedding set with tulip style crown for Judy Yes, we have more than just platinum here, this is a 18kt and platinum set for the 0.51 ct. F-SI1 marquise. We can make these quickly and cost effectively, what can we build for you today???...
    This is the custom solitaire solution in 18kt gold to match the other ring.
    Here's that "Buff Shank" for the solitaire look man...
    Here's a lovely ring we just built with princesscuts, and the standard solitaire looks a bit thin and spindly against it... Soooo, we're taking a 3mm comfort fit ring for the new shank, and installing the crown for a much buffer and plush look, simply lovely against the ring :) We could also carve a wax that is exactly the same thickness as the wedding band, growing at the top the same thickness, but this is a way to go that is lovely, bolder to match the look batter and set flusher against the wedding ring :) What say you Adam??? Shall I set this right now??? The ring is Done!!! Here is the finished ring ready to ship..
    This is a 1 ct. total weight band, with a comfort fit inside and rounded edges to make the ring smooth and easy to wear, in rich 18kt yellow gold, will be an awesome ring to behold.. Let us know how much you love the wax....
  • John, check out the tuned up gallery detail This ring has an immense amount of detail, follow the thread to see each step of the process.
    Jackie, the ring is finished !!! More engraving than ever before, this ring is Awesome!!! Jackie, you ring is getting there!!
    John called earlier for an update, here it is in a visual representation!! Platinum and diamonds in an awesome ring. Tell us how much you like it... (Groan! And you folks complain about my spelling, "how about Gary's context?!?!" ...anyway, a lovely and amazing ring is being born in front of yer eyes... Grab the cigars and call the relatives!!! We're gonna have a magically arrival in the family any time now :)
  • Andrew Sawley is having a cool 7mm platinum & 18Kt ring made!
    Here's we have the cool of the cool, using first a 7mm 18Kt band ring, comfort-fit and a half round platinum 5mm center, a tight fit right now, and soon we can either solder this together, and either high polish the 18Kt trim, or engrave it, millgrain it or... {Grun}... This is a nice "lush weight" and while more expensive than-->->->the standard 6mm flavor I sell if ya put them side by side there is no comparison... Quality is visible, and you can also feel it as well :)

    Andrew's Plush Platinum/18Kt Ring is done :)
    This is 7mm wide and boldy and wonderfully detailed, but wait, there's more!!! It's possible to engrave that yellow border with a modest pattern, I believe that you had shared an idea for that already so I'll refer to that and chat with ya before we do that... ...but here's the body of the ring, and what a body!!! {Grin}...
    The hinterland will warm up real soon now, when this lovely ring makes it's entrance into their lives. Platinum substantial, very bold and very unique, and engraved in the traditional european hand engraved style, for a classic treasure and wonder effect. Exciting to be a part of all these quality projects, for the retail trade never really appreciated fine work much. It was always the "mission" to empty the jewelry cases, not offer exciting and cost effect alternatives to it... As the sun sets tonight if you were in the black forest, and sat very very still, you'd probably hear a "Whoop! Whoop!" rebounding thru the glens and meadows... ...and it just might be Gerta when she see's this ready to rock :)
  • Dawn Waldren, here's yer finished ring!!!!
    Here's the lovely ring, and all the center diamonds are set quite low for a easy wear daily enjoyable ring, the marquise are set into the body of the ring, no prongs to snag and set smart. Took a while to identify the design but once we had the style it was sure that we are on the way to another amazing ring... I love working in gold, some think we only do platinum here... They are wrong :)
  • Engraved Elaborate 18Kt with trillions for the princesscut!!!
    One of the great joys of my web site is that I can build things just because I want too, and here's a fine ring that is sure to please the princesscut lover, in the two carat flavor this is killer. Very ornate and engraved, a ring you can enjoy daily... Sorry for setting this in the customer area, but I wanted all to know that my jewelry specials page will be growing full of things I make here, alternatives to the mundane...
  • Classic Engagement Platinum New Stock Ring :)
    Here's a cool ring that we just cast today, platinum with roundells all ready to either engrave or set the stone and highly polish. Very tailored and nearly infinite possibilities await. We can set the plates between the roundells and center crown with small round diamonds, flatset, or engrave that section. We can install tapered baguettes or... {Grin}... ...why what ever way pleases you of course :) Crisp mounting here, available in gold or platinum, two tone or... {Grin}... Again, any way that pleases you at all :)
  • Celtic Designs are very cool, intertwined herons pattern alert :)
    A symbol for fidelity and companionship, and intertwined into an elegant and interesting design. interesting and affordable, and I can use yer art to make a totally unique design too. I have hundred of designs already made too in the Celtic Page so dream big folks, you can actually afford to here :)
  • John has an anniversary deadline..
    We have constructed a really cool mothers ring type of design! This is the way make a ring with a variety of fine stones that will stand up to daily wear. In 2 tone 14kt gold, will definitely be an "instant heirloom"..

    Hey John, yer ring is done!!!
    I just finished setting this ring and man, what a great idea you had. A mother's ring here that is the likes of no strip mall on this planet. All genuine stones, fine ruby, sapphire, diamond, white sapphire and aqua round out this lovely garden bouquet of colors. Since the softer less durable stones are at the end and the sapphires and diamonds are top center the layout could not be better... Massively cool, and affordably yours :)
  • James has a lovely suprise for his wife
    14kt white gold with 0.51 ct total weight, in the finest russian cut goods available, what can we build for you today?
  • John Cooney platinum and sapphire RING IS DONE!!@!! :)
    A while back I made a ring for Sean McEligot , which came out really great, so when John saw "The ring" on my web site he thought that he's like one :) Here's a lovely platinum mounting, tailor made to make someone happy for a lifetime, I exchanged the sapphires for a much better matched set already too, here's the new shot... This one's fer you John. Thanks for choosing Tradeshop to make your family heirloom...
    Hey Lael!!!! Here's that fantastic platinum ring, finished and ready to rock yer world :)
    Yeah, took a while but just look at the result. Soon I'll have a better lighting and larger offices to set up the video-snap process for even better shots, but better than this??? Hard to imagine... Yer ring is rather a fine example of what I do here, fine jewelry, no compromises, high quality and fine detail... Modest goals for a humble man {Grin}... Here's the rest of the thread :)

    The Durand's are having celtic rings made, they are done by the way :)
    Sorry for the slight delay but I had these recast because the first pattern just didn't come out to my standards, but here we have two matching rings, made to the exact specs and using the client's art... Affordable and rather unique, not a strip mall set of rings here folks... A tight inter-twined rope pattern, weaving back on it's self at the ends, so that they can be sized and serviced in the real world... Common sense, are you ready for that??? {Grin}... I think what we have here is a classic that will surely please a lifetime and more....
    A done ring wax is in the offing!!!
    Here's a lovely domed band style ring, which will soon have stones set into it after being cast. We also made a lovely platinum pendant too, shamelessly shown just because we can :) Platinum chain and platinum pendant, soon we'll have many fine quality platinum chains and things for your approval.
    Carl Wilcox is considering a lovely platinum engraved beauty
    This ring has twin trillion diamonds, and this is my sample model I used to show various stones, and how the ring will look. Sending this out today, but making another from scratch for Carl's gal, for one size does not fit all in my world, and to make the job the best that's they way we will go :) The fun thing is that the body of the ring is a standard lost cost ($274) part, which means that quality is not expensive after all. I set a radiant cut in this today, so you can see how this looks. The ring comes in 4mm, 5mm, and 6mm trillion flavors too... Imagine that!
  • Debra has a great gents ring!
    Rich 18kt gold and a fancy "Champagne" diamond. Simple and elegant, and we did it in under a week!!! If you have deadline to meet, dont let the retailers tell you it "can't be done", we will do whatever we can to get your ring DONE and to your door...
  • Here's something I build just for the heck of it {Grin}...
    Yup, this doesn't have a home yet folks, fresh from the bench, I just set this today. Built of dramatic 18Kt gold, and the scroll work is banked and shaded/lines, the diamond is a 0.90 Carat "G-SI2" special "Diamond Profile" cut. Extremely unique, and affordably yours... Priced @ $3,000 US for this heavy weight pendant...
  • Heather like the engraved and ornate too!!!!!
    ...but is asking if a pearshape one carat could be made to work in this most interesting style, and since we make each ring to the owner's specs the answer is a big "YES"... I can use either the double baguette per side version, or the newest three baguette version. Either way the effect is retinal damage {Grin}... Both affordable, and both major cool... I can build this "flavor" for any shape or size stone, guaranteed!
  • Van Ton, here's the first peek at the platinum tennis bracelets!
    Here's the first of many, and soon a page of it their own, here's the new "Hearts of Love" platinum tennis bracelets, set with Russian Cut top quality "SI" "F-G" Color goods... This has 52 diamonds, equaling 5.47 carats priced @ $5,800 US, and remember that platinum wears nearly an eternity too. No worn out joints in this beauty in a couple years, like those promotional quality gold cheap bracelets... I have one only right now, but soon available in all weights and grades... Elaborately yours! Ray

    Gold Tennis Bracelet Lovers!!! Yer not forgotten!!!
    Here's that lovely "Hearts of Love" tennis bracelet in 18Kt gold, 6.03 Carats of "SI-F-G" color very lovely top Russian cut goods grace this one too. This is priced at $5800 US in gold, and is both elegant and strong... We'll have price tables up for you in a day or two, and for pricing smaller diamond melle for special order as well :) Imagine that!
  • Daniel, here's that 18Kt engraved engagement ring with baguettes I make
    Better shots than the original shots, hope this helps :) I engrave these myself, so I guess of all the things we make I like these the best. Available in 18Kt as you see, or in platinum, or mixed metals, with diamonds in the roundells or engraved, smooth or textured. infinite possibilities, but if you love ornate, and hate high prices and malls yer gonna love this site... I have a large collection of cool ornate rings, and the specific ring you saw and liked is my stock number #124 .
  • Rubies and Diamonds, Elaborately Yours :)
    Ahhhh the detail and the fun of it all, here's a lovely gold ring with a fine oval ruby, flanked by diamonds... "Custom?"... "Nope" Here's what you get when you take a lovely stock shank, and basket crown, and I engrave these myself so it's both fun and rewarding to see them come together, with the look and feel of custom but for a price that is easy to afford. Less than tasteless poorly built strip mall jewelry by half :) Imagine that!
  • Denise Kaltenbacher had a ring build last week :)
    This is a platinum bodied wonder ring here folks, with fine hand engraving and detail beyond my humble shameless attempts, and my video skills, so I offer this to you guys, Russ and Nichole... If you like this flavor, she sure did, then we can take that massively fine canary yellow 2.40 carat, and those side three quarter princesscuts and... Grasshopper, wonderful things will happen if you love that spirit and flavor... Guaranteed...

    I know detail guys so if you do to then I think we have tone, and I'm ready to design that ringy thingy {Grin}...:) Dramatic quality work isn't just what I've done fer thirty years, but it's rather who I am... If you like coo things like this then we're gonna have a ball together...

    The new wax is ready!!! Bob and his fiancee' wanted a thinner look, more tapered on the shank, not easily done with 10 tapered baguettes, we got it though! Here is several of the styles available currently from one of our suppliers. This will be a good starting point..:) We're soon assembling the baguettes and doing the custom wax for the platinum fantasy penthouse for Bob's emerald cut diamond, with five tapered baguettes per side in a fan like ornament, flanked by lush roundells, just like the picture... Man, this will be legendary for sure, it's a fantastic diamond and a lovely ring... Let's put them together, shall we??? {Grin}...

  • Joe Fajardo, HERE"S YER RING!@!!!!
    Hey Joe, have a seat :) Platinum and fine diamond make this a massively unique and cool ring, note that we do not have a factory made look here, because here we can control the weight and the look, the very feel. We have a substantial ring, lovely and sheerly beautiful, built to last a lifetime and more, and to please every nano-second. We started this project about one week ago, so when you want cool, hate high prices, are allergic to mindless sales-chatter and still want top quality I'd like to say.... ...naw... ...we let our clients say that sort of stuff :) and they do :) So while not a partridge in a pear tree, this is surely the sweetest ring yer every going to see {Grin}...

    Here's the ring that inspired Joe!
  • Charlies Powell has a new treasure in his life...
    Just finished this lovely ring for him today, note the finely matched baguettes and the really sharp lovely look. The banked tapered baguettes, the super fine emerald cut... Here's a classic that should say volumes about what we do here :) Ready to rock yer world Charlie!!!
  • Beautiful 3 diamond ring ready for Charley This is a remake of a "Gil Sharon" ring, Cant go wrong with fine diamonds and platinum! One reason our site is so large is to give our customers choices...just find a ring anywhere on our site and we can build one for you too... See folks, this site isn't about how much you have to spend, I'm taking the direction of "look at how far your hard earned dollar can really go" once the silly teddy-bears and high margins are stowed away in the ugly bucket. Here's a perfectly wonderful example of platinum at it's best, for less.
  • Jacqueline loves engraving
    Here is Jerome's ideas for engraving Jerome prefers the pattern #2 for the shank top..and either for the side. The ball is back in your court for the moment Jackie...
  • Kim Nolan has a new ring!!! :)
    This is a new home for their diamond, spaced close together they appear to be one large diamond from the top. The center diamond is set low to avoid any snags or problems. Tell us how much you love it Kim.....
  • Kathie's ring is done!!
    An instant classic, channel set princess cuts in platinum, with a great design.
  • Pat, your ring is ready!!!
    Strong and substantial, elegant and classic, "does it get any better than this?!?" Here is a ring designed to ber worn and enjoyed daily, for a lifetime. Rich 18kt gold shank contrast's the white metal and fine diamonds wonderfully. Here is a ring that will rock her world bigtime... Thnak you for the oppurtunity to show our visitors on the web, as well as yourself of course, Another wonderful dream come true and beautiful ring created.
  • Artwork of Dragons for Eggleston
    The Artwork is done, the rings are being created in wax, and the project is rolling. This is one of the COOLEST patterns we have seen, with a cabochon Emerald in hers, will be a great set of one of a kind Rings.. You can dream big dreams here folks, and we can in large measure work together to make your dream come true, not some fancy pants designer dude somewhere who doesn't live in the real world... Your art can be the inspiration for the most unique and interesting of things... Dream big, you can afford to here :) Pam, Heres the Celtic Dragons! These are the first waxes we shot for you, the Pattern came out very well. When they are finished in Platinum They should be Magnificent. Every one who has seen this pattern really likes it.
    Pam, Dragons are ready!!! The wait is over, your pattern in platinum, with the emerald in their hands. We are going to take one more day to detail these guys and get the finish up to our standards.

  • Cheryl loves Ametrines and elaborate jewelry, the next peice of her set is done...     this is one of the finest pendant's That I have seen, carved to match an existing ring, check out the detailed scrollwork on this one!! WoW, if you have a special stone that needs a special home, we CAN DO!!..
    Cheryl likes ametrines and elaborate jewelry

    Worry not about being too shallow. This is nicely deep and contoured so that the stone is held within the pendant, so that the stone is inside and the pendant hangs just right. The bail is massively cool too, open and sculptured in the front and solid and substantial in the reverse. If you thought the ring was massively cool just wait until you see the pendant, it's so entirely cool it's hard to convey.
  • iolite extrodinaire finished!!
    So nice we pictured it twice!!Rebecca Hasmann has a Large iolite that needed some special attention to mount. This shows the detail we can get in scrollwork. This will be AWESOME in Gold..still looking forward to the tsavorite also...:) Now, as a master craftsman I must say that what we have here is something that will take this huge iolite and make this look elegant, balance and tasteful... Nicely contoured and banked, openly pierced and smoking detail, more sculpted than just another wax carved :) See, we make a difference, "Cool" huh?!? Iolite extrodinaire shown in this hand carved elaborately major cool 18Kt gold pendant, we cast this in 18Kt rich gold for the lush color you see here now.. I'm ugly, but I'm not dumb {Grin}...
  • Mike's platinum cross is ready!
    Ok Mike, here it is, with the wheat straw style platinum 24" chain, and hand engraved on the back. I am ready to ship as soon as you say this is exactly what you wanted. Everyone who has seen this peice so far really likes it! Mike, the heavenly Cross is ready :)This is the wax of your specifications, ready to cast in Platinum. I am still pricing Platinum chains for you also. This will be an incredible sight when highly polished and engraved! Yes! we can make nearly anything in Platinum. Just define your project and we can send an estimate...
  • Terry's ring is ready..
    Hello terry, here is the ring you will be picking up... The fan design really compliments the angles on the marquise diamond. Talk to you on Saturday....
  • Rahsaah's ring is ready!!!
    The white gold mounting with a E-VS2 0.50 ct. center marquise diamond, flanked by a matched set of high quality trillion diamonds at 0.38 ct total weight. Platinum and fine diamonds are affordable..
  • Gerrit had us build a lovely ring in platinum...
    A finely tuned platinum ring, with 18Kt roundells framing the tapered baguettes. A soft and a cool look, the perfect way to display a fine diamond, and built of affordable highest quality parts too. Top quality was never expensive, retail markups are!
  • Nicole's wedding bands!!!
    Nicole has the gold ring from the home page, highly engraved, and needed equally detailed bands to match, here they are in Gold..Yes, we can make these in platinum also...what do you think?..
  • "Zorro" is fightin' to find an amazing wedding ring
    Well, I have to think that this will be as memorable as the mask and the "Z" carved into yer foes. Hard to imagine a cooler way to go, either with a diamond or without. Shamelessly shown with a 1.00 carat "E-VVS" ideal cut, which is already shipping today. The pattern is deep, well defined and excitingly cool. You and Gary have already talked the beans so I'll just say, these are cool and these are perfect for the person who wants a natural beauty.
  • Roy has a new diamond for his princess
    A 0.55 ct. trillion diamond set in platinum, with a comfort fit band for a easy to wear ring, with a raised crown to show the diamond very well. We look forward to hearing how much your sweetheart loves it, Roy....
  • Matt has a solitaire in record time
    Here is a fine example of a classic platinum ring, finished in a very timely manner after Matt calling and telling us what his dream ring is... We're talkin' the best of the best too, no Home Shopping quality here folks! Sharp and fine, check this one out for sure!
  • Rick wanted to see this 1.31 Internally flawless
    Here is a "perfect" diamond. Flawless is difficult to see over the web, proportions are great, this one really shines... Here's another case where a person is looking for the best of the best, and when you want a value too we represent the finest available. We're talking fine quality here, and a price that makes sense in the real world, not just a showroom with glittery lights. Here's that diamond in a stock ring we have, the Diamond has been temporarily set. Flanked by 1/3 trillions in platinum. Finely engraved and very detailed. Of course we can and will build anything you like, but I couldn't resist showing this in a mounting that I have I love.
  • Marilyn's emerald cut is ready.
    This is a simple mounting that looks great, with the .52 diamond set in 14kt gold, a rich look for not much money.. Marilyn, we are still working on your other projects, give us a call...
  • Laura's other ring is ready too!!
    Here is the two rings together, ready to wear for several lifetimes.. In Platinum and fine diamonds, a pleasure to wear and to create... Ready to ship when you say you love them..... Laura's eternity band is ready Here is your first ring done Laura, the other should be finished anytime now. Platinum and diamonds to last forever...These Eternity bands look great alone, and will compliment nearly any other ring as well.
  • Over 3.5 carats ready for Pam
    Wow This is a great ring, the opposing channels of baguettes frame this larger Diamond very well, This ring is awesome Pam.... Pamela in Japan is upgrading the diamond!
    ...and oh what an upgrade!!! Here's a 56% table and an ideal cut, in the whopping 3.54 carat range, so impressive and brilliant will not be an issue, retina damage on bright days is the down side... So, the mounting and crown and being gotten together and soon this will ride tall and proud in Japan, and surely that island nation will be a bit brighter because of it... Enjoy Pamela... Really a pleasure!!!
  • Here it is Bob, ENGRAVED beyond compare With an E VS1 round diamond, the engraving is elegant and beautiful, smartly engineered to show the color and clarity of the .83 Diamond. Ray took extra time to detail this ring, its definitely worth it... It's projects like this that have made this web site great, often over 150 megs of pictures, data and information sent daily to our many visitors... We really enjoy building family heirlooms for our clients, whom we tend to get to know personally.

    Now a bit of commentary from Ray :) Here's a ring built to last a lifetime, and be a delightfully unique and fun ring to wear... Dramatically engraved and sculptured indeed, way more than the surface traditional hand engraving allows. As elaborate as it gets, and very tastefully balanced with extremely fine diamonds... Hope that Yahoo is watching this... Two stars guys??? What the heck was that all about :) I pulled five stars with NetGuide Magazine, but I guess you know best :)
  • Roy Kern!!! CHECK OUT THESE FLOWERS!! Rendered for Roy Here is the most realistic floral pattern I have ever seen in Platinum. (Note, we ended up doing these in 18Kt gold folks :)) With fine tuning by the hand engraver these rings are as good as they get

    Ahhh, but where the etch process is fantastic for line drawings, the result that we wanted was more like a sculptured and contoured boquette with a dropped background, but the flowers needed to be more lifelike, so we did this instead :) For you see, this process is more natural and contoured, so this is the way to go for a well defined and utterly outstanding result... Ahhh the diamond is soo cool, and the width of the ring frames the bezel nicely... The detail, the relief and the effect is priceless, and still affordable too :) Roy, give me a hollar :) Let's rock and roll :)
  • Kristin, your ring is ready!!
    Heres the finished project, with the 1.08 princess cut Diamond, 4 side baguettes and a 14kt gold mounting with custom manufactured Platinum crown. I believe we got the look you wanted, flying V's and lots of Diamonds...:)
  • Deb Hendrix wants an engraved band!
    This is only the wax, I know it is hard to imagine the engraving, this is mainly to show you the shape and size of the ring...:) Perhaps for Gary, but not fer me :) This is Ray, and once Jerome the fine hand engraver finishes with this it will look "better" than the ring you pointed at... Nice and substantial, solidly constructed but soon to be elaborately hand engraved for stunning effect... Fasten that seatbelt, and stow away all flamable items from yer desk when this gets there :) This will light up yer world "big time"... That flat setting of those accent diamonds will make this major sweet!!!!
  • Rose gold ring with a princess cut ruby
    Part of an elaborate set, this is the secret engagement ring. Rubies can be tricky to find, this one is an exceptionally fine example of how they should look.
  • Brian is having a ring made for his over 1/2 ct. oval diamond
    With small sapphire accent stones set in 1/2 bezels and prongs, a smart and safe way to set he stones. classic and dainty. We may include some larger sapphires, they are actually blue, although I know it is hard to tell from these pictures. Let us know how you like it Brian, we will cast it for you..
  • Andy Huntsman now has A Platinum ring ready to see!!
    Andy Huntsman had a wax carved as the first step...Thanks for the chocolate Andy, !!
    He saw a ring he liked, but he had to have it in ALL Platinum. Hers the wax ready to cast. Will soon be a complete heirloom with his Diamond nestled inside... So, I guess what I'd have you see here is that a very nice idea was "taken home" here again, and while you might not see the exact ring yer questing after here you will see mastery :) ...any questions???
  • Shannon, The Princess is ready with better trillions!!
    Heres the Finished rings ready to ship. The .82 princesscut Diamond looks right at home in the Platinum mounting. The Anniversary band completes the set..I trust these will be worth the wait,..:) The platinum ring yer gonna be wearing with that princess cut is sweet to the max, a fine princess framed by trillions (see top down left view)... "Killer, right??" Der eternity ring (well, very sweet half way around) is very nice, very wearable and has very nicely eye clean drop dead white stones... "Does it get better?"
    *A note from Ray, I didn't love the first ring, it just wasn't exactly right, so I took the liberty of starting over, with a new shank, trillions and center crown, and for stunning effect too! Now it's major nice, just right and I feel better too :)
  • Heres the final shots on this ring for David Z..!!!
    We adjusted all our lighting and video options to get these snaps... Except for Ray's big ole' ugly finger these pictures should excite and delight beyond measure, yes?
  • Jon Rasmussen wanted Celtic wedding bands!
    Jon, the wait is over! Here they are..built with the pattern you provided in 14kt white gold. This will definitely be the only wedding set like this you will ever see!! Starting with just a fax of the design, Once again nearly anything our customers want is possible. 2 more dream rings come true. Design's For Rasmussen
    Celtic pattern, custom order from the customers own art,.Another set of Dream rings on the way..:) These rings will be in 14kt. white Gold. Can we make some for you?.... The back drops away, and the white is standing tall, this should be a very nice set of rings for sure, that repeating pattern should come out very close to just right, and the balance of white to black, line weight and design assure this to be one of the finer ring in this collection... Neat, huh?!?

    More delicate in patina, a wonderful effect. Here's the customer's art, made into a lovely set of meaningful wedding rings, not just yer average stip mall machine cut pipeband here folks. Yer more likely to see Elvis than to find a better value on cool custom, so I encourage you to dream big, for unlike the malls we're not just here to empty our showcases into yer purse. It's all about cool for me here, and about the unlimited possibilities, and without the freight of the massively high markups in this industry you can afford to dream big here. Enjoy Jon, it has been a pleasure :)
  • Andy the eager is waiting to see his platinum ring!!!!
     Well Andy, yer wait is over and what a result! A sweet platinum flying split shank, with lovely diamond burnished into the shoulders, gracing the ring with a bright and interesting look. Using 0.05 carat smaller fullcut diamond we simply set them in the way that assures no prongs, no snags and no problems... Welcome to my world Andy, we're all the way home, and we're there without any dings in the fender like that last local disaster... Home with style and class, and with a lovely ring to last a lifetime and more. I just know that when you see this you will have a ball, no punn intended...
  • Deb wanted her band first.
    This is a fine example of master level hand engraving, In Platinum, with a row of Diamonds across the top. The look and feel of fine jewelry is a timeless thing!! Thanks for your patience deb, Craftsmen cannot be rushed, I believe it was well worth the wait.. We will be making the engagement ring for this lovely ring after all, so stand by for the continuing sage of the platinum cool fantasy ring, this thread is not yet done.
  • Tai wanted a Platinum ring with an AquamarineSome places wouldn't want to deal with a customer unless they are buying a Diamond, Here at Tradeshop, we are in the business of building "Dream Rings". This one came out extremely well, From a goldsmith's point of view, this well be a very trouble free style. What say you Tai? Here's a look at a very similar ring that we just made for Tim Mathias a week ago or so... Note the really fine look of the comfort-fit with the twin framing bezels, sweet is the word!
  • Justin Sinclair's ring is done :) Worth the wait for sure, we installed a lovely 18Kt butterfly in the center crown, and the engraving is soooo good that I decided to worry less about things being balanced than showing you the incredible detail here in this ring. Ultra finely engraved and ornamental, this is a ring for the ages and seldom will one encounter such an amazing ring at any price, but this is affordable as well as smart... Get excited Justin, we're gonna rock yer world apart in a day or so :) Enjoy!!!!!!
  • Marilyn! your ring is ready! Here it is, the ring has been altered slightly to match the fine diamonds mounted inside. We feel this really finishes the mounting and gives it a killer look. Sometimes a little extra effort is all it takes to have "Fine Jewelry" Sorry about that setting the stone low at first, it really sacrificed color in that "D" stone too, so we went for a nice basket crown, raised to enhance the beauty of the diamond and display it in direct relation to the beauty contain there in :)
  • Frank, here's the wedding set! With the 1.06 marquise, in 14kt Gold. The wedding band is notched to match up perfectly with the solatiare on one side. Another fine example of a classic style and a great Diamond. Quality doesn't have to be expensive.
  • Patrica Booth is having an amazing ring assembled,
    with the best of the best... Starting the project with a fine diamond in the 1.50 carat flavor, tightly cut with a 56% table and 61% depth, which is "ideal" for bringing out the fire and the brilliance of a fine diamond... Set in a white gold fine six prong crown with an 14Kt yellow gold shank, this will last a lifetime, is a cool classic with an amazing look and surely will delight forever... What a thrill to help real people... I'm always honored with your trust and I really enjoy lighting up folk's worlds like this... Enjoy!!!

    Now, while this was really fun, Duane told me that you'd like to see the stone set, so while we're far far away I thought that I should at least try to be accomidating... {Grin}... So, besides your mentioning the "Spelling" word to Duane, I've decided to send this small streaming video up the pipe anyway, so you can watch me set the stone... Amazing isn't it, I mean the setting! Not my spelling.... ...grumble :)
  • Rob Glidden loves sapphires, and platinum is the key here
    Here's a bold departure from the humble celtic designed bands, a flying platinum ring that protects this most lovely sapphire so well. The smaller triangle sapphires brighten up the sides, and add a nice hint of color, as this sapphire explodes with life and brilliance... Major cool man, very cool indeed!!! Soon the matching gents ring will grace this page, and a wedding ring for the ladies engagement ring... Does it get any better folks?!? I ask ya, why ever pay retail again???
  • Chris wanted Diamonds And Sapphires
    Here is the ring ready to wear for a lifetime. The look and feel of a Mounting that is an instant heirloom. Yes, whatever type of stones wanted in a channel can be done..:) With sapphires and diamonds alternating in a channel there are no prongs to snag, or problems to spoil enjoying this for a lifetime... It's a pleasure to make dreams come true, and real people dream bigger than any skinny tied sales clerk I've ever met, so welcome to my world, and enjoy the interesting projects... Ready to rock Chris!
  • Alex Bentley is looking for a lovely Platinum Classic for a carat diamond
    So, like I ask you... "Does it get any better???" Here's twin tapered baguettes framing the classic one carat round brilliant, in a lovely platinum mounting, and this is no ordinary diamond either folks... "Here's a rocking "E-VVS1" round diamond with a GIA cert, a 58% table and very good times two on the polish and symmetry... A diamond so near perfection that it would take a lab enviornment to detect the difference... Fasten yer seatbelt man, and take any flammable items off yer desk tomorrow when this lands... This is surely gonna light up yer world for sure!@!! The Uni-Jeweler
  • William is looking for a stunning elaborate engraved penthouse for a killer "E-VS1" diamond...
    Soon to be in the noble white metal, platinum is sooo cool to engrave and sculpt for it retains detail like no other metal, and wears so well over time that it's the only metal one can really say is "number one" for setting diamonds. Sweet here, framed with twin matched 3mm top quality princesscut diamond side stones, and those roundells are like canvas, and I'm itching to get to work... Sorry this took so long guys, I promise it will be worth the wait :)
  • Jeffery is looking for the perfect marquise, in a platinum penthouse home...
    I vote for this ring man, it's both delicate as well as very strong... Made by one of America's leading manufacturers it's so very nicely made, and I set the baguettes yesterday fer you to take a look. The center stone is a Cubic Zirconia for now, but either of those two carat marquise would slide right into this perfectly... What say you Jeffery?
  • Hendrick Loves his Tropical Bird, and he'll flip fer this pendant for sure!
    Based upon a photograph this is more a sculpture than a wax carving, it's hard to show the detail here but once this is in the metal you'll get the idea... Really nice thus far, and I project another bright spot in someone's life real soon now :)
  • Platinum Engraved Princesscut Center with Trillions Framing is cool :)
    Here's a ready to go ring with 0.49 Carats of finely matched trillion diamonds, and stir that together into a delicately engraved ring, with that flying bridge side view and the full engraved shank... This is shown with a 1.5 carat Cubic, but wouldn't your princesscut look great in a mounting of distinction??? Just a thought :)
  • Christa Meyers really liked our designer etched wedding bands...
    ...so now she has one. Built in white gold and sharp as a tack, the pattern is very well defined, inter-woven stylized birds in the celtic traditional flavor is represented, unique and interesting, try finding these in a strip mall folks :) Quality, Custom, Unique, less than $500, why ever pay retail prices again???
  • Thomas Ilbean's Lovely marquise ring is done for Valentine's day
    Take a finely tuned white gold basket crown, and a fine yellow 14Kt gold ring from one of America's largest jewelry manufacturers and you have a prize. But take one of the levels and lay a white gold plate and 'pave set 8 diamond fullcuts and you have something amazing and cool... Affordable and smart, why ever pay retail again?
  • Wendell wanted some Pearls
    Here are a few possible clasps, as well as a preview of some of the nicest pearls available. Like diamonds, its difficult to show how nice they are on the web. These are Beauties!!!!!! ...and Ray sneaking' in here for a second to say how very pleased I am at having Gary here to help me, he did this vid-snap and is daily increasing our ability to provide our clients with timely service, clarity and value that I had in mind when I started this place... Gary, yer the man!

    Well, those pearls and earrings are done now, and ready to rock and roll :)
    Just a blast to make dreams come true like this, and very enjoyable indeed when we get the pleasure of meeting the person :) Enjoy man, really enjoy :) I've always remembered the challenge of bringing a bit of light into yer gal's world, and enjoyed the chance again :)
  • Anne Spalek is having something wonderful built...
    Something of platinum and 18Kt gold, ornate and interesting, and based on both the highly engraved and ornate rings I make, and an existing sculptured wedding ring... Note that the design of the wedding ring is faithfully reproduced in the wax of the engagement ring?!?!? Note that the color will be closely matched in the yellow shank, and the "business end" of this will be platinum, so the diamonds are blaze white and fireballs... Yeah, this should kick-start some imaginations out there, shamelessly submitted for your approval, what say you guys, shall we begin the journey????

    Puff, puff... Just finished setting and polishing this for you guys, ships today for Valentine's day for sure, and it came out soooo sweet that I redid the video shoot to get a better shot, for the record and future threads... Here's the finished Ring Guys!!! ... A ring for the ages, in platinum and 18Kt gold, I really love this ring, and have decided that a two tone flavor of this is sooo tasteful that I thank you for letting me build this for you...
  • Doug Brownstone's elaborate platinum ring is well under way :)
    Here's the raw casting, the first step in the process where the design is locked in place. Soon to be highly engraved and detailed, with delicate gallery ornaments to boot... Wanted you to see the castings, and wanted you to see we're well under way here... Off we go to another world class item and another very happy camper for sure :) Here's a start that Ray got tonight, he's dropping about everything to do this tonight and tomorrow... We'll give this a nice first impression :)
    Stand by for something "killer"
  • Mark Richardson's Valentine day present is finished.
    This WILL BE available for your sweetheart on the special day. We are happy we got to make this one, hope you enjoy the special presentation. 18kt Yellow Gold Custom ring with Princess cut center stone and Tapered baugettte side stones. Mark, we have the wax ready for viewing,
    The ring is already at the shop to be sure we make the deadline...:) your sweetheart is very lucky..
  • Chris Walker's wax is ready!!
    This is going to be a really nice ring, using his Diamonds, we supplied the Sapphires, carved the channel to fit with the alternating pattern as specified. The finished product is going to be magnificent...:)
  • Dana's "E-VVS1" in platinum is done :)
    Yup, you take a fine diamond, brilliant for the fine cut and the high clarity, stir in a super fine "E" color and simmer in platinum... Yummie for sure, and here's another great example of what we do here... Not just the elaborate or engraved fantasies, but rather the dreams of our customers is what's our focus... We're here for you folks, all you have to do is have dreams you want to see come true... Just like Dana here perchance? {Grin}...
  • Howard's classic Platinum Marquise ring is done
    So, you take a platinum ring, and a finely tuned "E-VS2" Marquise, and frame it with tapered baguettes of very fine quality and you have a lovely finished ring. What have you got??? Why you have a classic beauty that is both affordable as well as built as good as it gets... I set this up, and the stones are really nice, the effect wonderful!!!
  • Jim Wilson did not have to wait an "eternity" for this beautiful Platinum channel set ring.
    Alternating Rubies, Sapphires, and Diamonds in a solid and substantial classic Platinum eternity ring, highly comfort fitted and rounded with no sharp edges. The Rubies and Sapphires are all Diamond cut and fully faceted, unlike the jeep reflectors found in most malls."Ray made me come back and apologize for using the lens flare on that diamond,"... the ring is blinding though...Gary.;)
  • Tricia always wanted a diamond baguette wedding ring to match her ring...
    Tricia needed the main ring right away, so we waxed the matching band, and sent her the ring, she has already been enjoying it, now the matching ring is done, perfectly matched.
  • Erin Anderson is having something wonderful built, for herself and her guy :)
    We repaired the shank and took out that nasty white gold (bad bench-dude!) and restored your ring to like new, then we set the twin outer bands with tapered baguettes and lay this at yer doorstep soon, call for the final details :) Enjoy!!!
  • Imagine if you will, a terraced princesscut waterfall. in platinum
    Yup, here's yet another princesscut fantasy ring, with a nicely stepped design sure to please. Fine princesscuts abound in this lovely ring, here's the wax rendered for the project, what say you "Doug Brownstone?"... Time to make yet another dream come true??? If we get a go on this today I think we can make Valentine's day, it will be very close but with the engraving and the 18Kt inlay, the work yet to day is vast but the time is ours if we move right now...
  • Brian Davis will "have some 'splainin' to do"
    For here's a great example of what we do here, Brian has a lovely "D" color diamond with some darned fine math (Fireball material) so we put the diamond into a finely crafted home for display, in six prongs for strong and safe and yellow gold shank for a contrast you just can't believe... Massively fine, and affordably yours :) Enjoy Brian!!!
  • Deborah Hendrix's Platinum Celtic Ring is Complete!!!!
    Massively fine detail too, the new patterns are all rendered at 2540 dpi for massively detailed results, and here's one of my very favorite patterns, originally made for Peter Demas and company :) Forever named the "Demas" design, this is one of hundreds in the Celtic Designs Page.
  • Christine & Paul are Marquise/Platinum Fans,
    So, here's a very creative use of the affordable platinum rings in the platinum pages, for example this is on Page Seventeen, and while shown with a larger oval crown this is but a clip away to be just right. We liked the faster banked trillions, and the 5.5mm fit great. Ready to make this come together, Mounting costs but $345, Center crown install is but $175 and modification needed to make this great, Take a fine 1.19 Carat Pearshape diamond, and stir in twin matched 5.5mm tip to tip diamond trillions and you have a world class ring, and the major diamond is a 61.5% deep table size of 52% cut so we're talking major impact here... Done this week, what say you guys?!? Wanna make something dreamy happen???? Those trillions are projected at $1500 for the matched pair, but call fast for I have another way for those to go :)
    Update!
    I swear, the power of the web is rather amazing, it must have been five minutes after I had this uploaded that another person called and wants to use the same ring mounting for a round.... Amazing, and remember folks, there are hundreds of folks sporting "custom" rings that are in reality assemblies of very fine factory made parts, like the fine platinum shanks we feature... ...add a crown and "Poof", you have an amazingly inexpensive ring that is every bit as good as over the counters of the finest stores in the world... More for less??? "You bet!" And for the last possible combination of things to show, here's the pearshape diamond set next to the twin matched trillions... .
  • Adam likes Emerald cuts and Platinum, so we talked and....
    Called and confirmed this morning, ring ready this evening, in platinum in a bold and fun treatment of the solitaire. Basket crowns are strong and sturdy, and both display and protect the diamond wonderfully... Enjoy Adam, have a great weekend and fasten yer seat belt there young man, "you got some splainin' to dooo!!!" {Grin}...
  • Alan DeMarchie's New Ring is All Done!!!!
    So, when the day is done, and I step away from my bench and turn off the lights I like the fact that the folks who come along and work with us do exceptionally well, not just with value but with quality that is uncommon in todays strip mall world... Hand built by experienced caring individuals, taking the time to excell... Yeah, that's what this business is about to me, and it seems that coming from the bench perspective is a good thing for those who find me, yes??? Breath easy Alan, we're on fer Valentine's day fer sure, with time to spare :)

  • William Lahvic is having me make some very impressive earrings, in platinum basket crowns with platinum double threaded nuts... Very high quality diamonds too make this a very special pair of earrings, all the quality at a fraction of the price... "Welcome to our world folks"
    Rob Telson's another platinum lover
    Did somebody say "service?" Rob called today and we chatted about a lovely 1.23 Carat round diamond, and after examining the cert and details carefully he decided to "Make that happen Ray!"... We locked this in about ten this morning, and it's one thirty in the afternoon now, ring all sized and set, being finished polished... Another person who avoided bloated retail markups, and made their purchase count. Does it get any better? Never forget that retail is about making promises, I've specialized in Keeping promises for over thirty years! All the value and quality, with none of the markups! Imagine that!
    For the Music Lover's of the World!!!
    You folks may not know this, but Duane is a drummer, with a professional background of touring with bands... I wanted to make Duane a reminder of those blissful days of being a rock and roll drummer, eating gas-station sandwiches and waking up in strange places... {Grin}... He works in strange places now, and here's his ring, designed to amuse and... that's that :)

    "Lisa Martin saw a ring in the catalog she really loved"
    So we took the diamond and installed a new marquise crown in the ring and a lovely ring results... Very nice contemporary design, with the marquise angled for a stunningly interesting look, and that diamond is so very sweet, a very nice ring indeed :)

    Sometimes we gotta make a change, and while a total turn around in style and design this is a lovely way to show off that Marquise to the best effect... This is a lovely ring from the gold pages, and for the set it runs about $120 US... Quality is not expensive, markups are... Imagine that! I just walked past my daughter's desk and see that she sent a Shameless Troll for Chocolate that I neither knew about, nor endorse... .Perhaps I'm a worse influence than I thought... ...but if you so, send those milk chocolate things that... {Grin}... Enjoy!!!
    Steven Masura's gorgeous 18Kt/Platinum solitaire is done!!!!
    Ships today, and what a diamond this is too Steven, soooo glad that you pasted on the more expensive "VVS" stone for you would have paid a premium for something that you could not see, and that's too much like politics for me... {Grin}... No punk stone here at a GIA "F-VS2" 0.81 carat, and with this classic solitaire you've got both a fireball diamond and a ring to display this that is up to the task... Enjoy my friend, this was a very fun process :)
    Sean Casey's Platinum Mounting is done :)
    Very nice here, a beautiful way to frame and protect a lovely diamond, by using this style shank the stone sets in a protected area, and the crown is the traditional 6 prong platinum crown, for both safety and style... Strong and smart, lovely and timeless... Welcome to my world folks :)
    Kirk! Here's those Emerald Cuts to compare , shamelessly in one of my hand engraved mountings :)
    The stones are beautiful, and either is a wonderful first choice really, the stones are so well within a range for very nice it's more just a choice of the slightly longer more slender or the slightly shorter and wider stone with "D" color... Some choice huh?!? Between a "D-VS1" and a lovely "E-VVS2"... You could say that I'm making diamonds and quality more affordable, and here is one way how :)
    Justin Sinclair, we have tone on the ruby my friend :) Inspired by the Eric Johnson ring that I built a while back, but with a warm ruby round for the center, adding color and liveness to the ring. Perfect for either the all platinum ring or the ring trimmed with 18Kt, the warm red tone of the ruby is vivid, and the look will be great :) Enjoy!!!! *the only question which remains is.... "Paper or plastic???" {Grin}... Eric Johnson, and while each is uniquely different we're headed for an elaborate family heirloom of exceptional quality...
    "Veronica Henderson!!! You got some 'Splainin' to do!!!!"
    So like you take a 1.81 carat round diamond of some truly awesome impressive nature, the cut is really super here, and to built a nicely constructed 18Kt/platinum ring for the diamond... Here's quality that is affordable, value beyond anything traditional venues can match, regardless of what the simpy radio ads say :) What a Diamond, and what a ring... Enjoy Veronica!!! Welcome to our world :)

    Andrew Mossberg's Platinum & Sapphire ring is done!
    "Woof!" Here's a lovely ring built for a lovely sapphire, trimmed with lovely diamonds in the 0.09 Carat each, for a smashing look... Regardless of price, it's quality that most seek in jewelry... Here's a great example of how lovely something can be at a very modest price.
    Stacy Nowicki has a delightful surprise coming soon :)
    A sharply defined platinum penthouse mounting, engraved by yours truly, and another of the line of platinum fun jewelry designed to last. No feather weights here folks, strong and protective of your investment, as well as darn well pretty I think :) Micheal Oertling, Mike Mills, Rylee Ann, the list goes on and on :) ...and I'm honored!

    Lot's of you have also thought so, so I'm designing a new series with twin 3mm princesscut side stones each side, engraved with roundells, for 1/2 carats, 1 carats, 1 1/2 carat sizes and... "Woof"... ...but that's another story and for now we're here to approve Stacy's wax, flanked by 3mm ultra nice princesscuts, and a "one carat center"... {Grin}... Does it get better???

    Stacy Nowicki's Beautiful Ornate Ring is Done!!!!
    {Grin}... Hope Dwyane and Kenny are seeing this {Grin}... Here's a platinum custom mounting, with the finest of 3mm princesscuts flanking this lovely size, the one carat Diamond is a wonderful size... ...anyway, this sports the engraved/sculptured look, in the most lovely platinum ring, comfort-fitted and easy wear, fasten your seatbelt Stacy, Welcome to my world :)
    Margaret Alexander's Platinum Fantasy has just become real :)
    Here's another great example of why you can afford to avoid the mall and do things right. This lovely shank is from my platinum pages, runs right around $275, and from a quality start like that only good things result... We took margaret's existing stones and wove a very nice platinum ring, at a price "Real People" can afford... Don't have much use for those glitter palaces downtown or the malls when their costs of business mandate bloated margins... There is a kinder and gentler way to go folks, where value is greater and the quality is higher too... Welcome to my world :)
    Shelia Olsen loves Emerald and platinum,
    so we built this sweet little home for this very impressive large 3.06 Carat fine emerald... So, you take a couple of fine little platinum rings from my platinum section and a few finely matched baguettes and you have a penthouse ring with a modest price, but with all the quality and beauty, just without the markups and the expense... "Welcome to my world folks!!! " Where quality and beauty do not mean inflated prices...
    Jeff Snyder's Elaborate Engraved Ring is done!!!
    Sorry that this wasn't able to be done at Christmas Jeff, but the engraver (Jerome) hurt his arm and we had to wait for him to get back to 100%... Not that the ring is fully engraved, and that the design is the same as the band you liked. Sharply defined and lovely, this is a prime example of how platinum is so far superior to gold in detail and offers and exciting way to turn a fine comfort-fit into a classic work of art :) Enjoy!!!!!!!
    Rob Glidden's Sapphire Oval wonder :) This is a lovely darker blue, great color with a very clean look. A very nice vivid blue too, the camera does not do this lovely sapphire justice, but I think you can see enough to have made this worth the doing :) Call Gary and we'll get rockin'
    Tenny Brannon's "E-VVS2" ridin' a lovely 6mm 18Kt plush comfort-fit band is done :) Yup, a classic rendition in 18Kt gold, with a nice 6 prong die struck crown, with one of the sweetest diamonds I've seen... Hope everyone has gotten the idea that you don't need posh showrooms showing overpriced low quality when... {Grin}... ...anyway :)

    We originally sold Tenny a lovely 1.50 carat plus fine marquise and built the custom mounting. Tenny always wanted a round, so we cashed the marquise out, sold her this extremely fine 1.30 carat with this 60% table... In a word "Woof"... Tenny, fasten yer seatbelt, have you got a lovely ride coming :) Ready to place this onto yer world :) Enjoy!
    Dan Plume's Channelset Platinum Wedding Ring is done :) Here's a heck of a nice ring. Channelset for daily wear without any problems or snaggies, a great ring to work with almost any engagement ring. This makes the fine solitaire into a finely tuned set, and at a price that is both affordable and very low... Enjoy Dan!!!
    Tricia Frerichs Marquise Diamond is Shown for Approval :) Pulled the old diamond and placed the new diamond in the crown, the fit was very good and seemed to be about perfect. So I snug the prongs up, polished and detailed the ring and submit this lovely new "G-VS2" 1.01 Carat Marquise diamond on the table for your approval. Once we get this down we'll take a wax impression of the ring so we can build the wedding ring without having to keep the engagement ring :) "Cool huh?!?"
    Hey Steve, Here's that Platinum Mounting for that 2.42 Carat Marquise!!! A sharp and well defined mounting for sure, platinum penthouse fit for that 2.42 carat marquise diamond, trimmed with diamond tapered baguettes this is a killer ring for sure. Also extremely affordable too, at the ring way under $1,000 this is a sweet way to frame this major fine marquise... Give me a shout, the path is clear to assemble you a world class ring at the most modest of prices :)
    Cynthia Steers' new celtic wonder-ring is finally done :) We did a flower ring for Cynthia but she really wanted a more unique and interesting ring, more like the celtic designs she saw on my web site. So, we decided to simply do the second ring and recycle the metal from the first... Smart and unique, this will both protect this lovely stone as well as provide it a penthouse home :) Enjoy!!!!!!!
    Lisa Martin's Platinum & 18Kt gold ring is done :) Here's a great example of using a very unique and interesting band ring and installing a crown for a fine marquise diamond of the "F-SI1" flavor with GIA (of course)... A finer diamond Marquise is hard to find, and this ring will surely get constant comments and be enjoyed for a lifetime, it displays the marquise so very well, and is both unique and interesting in it's own right :) Enjoy!!!!!
    Glen Raggio needs a nice pearshape diamond replacement diamond So we have this .32 carat "E-SI2" which is just tailor made for this ring. We'll rebuild the prongs and make this very safe, and that will restore this nicely... Here's the shot of the diamond balanced in the ring for your approval :) Now, Imagine the whole thing done, rebuilt prongs and detailed like new! Remember this when the salesperson at the mall wants to tear the stones out of the ring you were married with, and plant them into a smooth & shiny ring that looks like a '55 Buick RoadMaster grill... {Grin}... We do it yer way here! We can build anything of course, but we can also rebuild that treasured wedding set of yours too :)
    Cindi Benfer's Platinum Penthouse is done :) In time fer under the tree, with platinum engraved and sculptured in a lovely mounting, framed with trillion 4mm emeralds, and all stirred together into a classic treasure. A finely tuned basket crown for the center, and fully engraved is what Cindi Likes, and dat's what Cindi gets today :) Enjoy!!! *PS, I'd like to point out that quality is not expensive, the body of this ring comes from the platinum pages in this site, and costs under three hundred bucks!!!!
    Hugo's platinum surround diamond platinum ring is done :) Here's a styling ring built with approximately 1.20 carats of finely matched diamonds, set into a beautiful platinum ring, numbering 23, the diamonds are about all you see with this fireball ring. This blank came in last night, I set this up for you this morning :) I love working on things like this, What say you Hugo??? You impressed??? Call me today Hugo!! Ken Mathias's Lovely Diamond Ring is Done!!!!!! Sharp and tailored, this twin 1/3 bezel set diamond ring is taken from the comfort-fit style and is designed to be trouble free and fun to wear daily... Fine diamond, finely crafted mounting, call me FAST Ken :)
    Tim Chase's cool patterned band ring!!! In the technique of the celtic rings, this whimsical pattern will delight and be unique in the world. Sweet design and a cute idea for sure, need that finger size and we're headed for warm 18Kt gold, in an approximately 6mm wide ring :) Here's a massive exploded view :) Here's the Finished 18Kt Ring! , and boy is the cool! I just loved the way that the sun burst just barely intrudes into the edging, and the cool contour of the design really shows up so very well in this ring, I really like the look here!!! So, done in time for the tree, call me today Tim, and let's get this rocking :)
    Sean Forbes's Elegant Platinum Penthouse is done!!!
     So like, here's a perfect example of why I'm on internet, here's a lovely three carat round brilliant set in one of the finer platinum mountings that yer gonna see... Flanked by approximately 0.60 Carats of ultra fine tapered baguettes, matched perfectly in a full 6mm length for effect... Killer ring here, this should warm up those cold nights in Moscow Sean, might not unmelt the Volga but it's sure to warm yer gal's heart big time!!! Enjoy!!!!
    Here's that lovely 3 Carat Diamond lowered in this mounting, with split prongs and a nicer lower profile. While Sean must be simply freezing in Moscow right now there's a warm heart and experience awaiting him... Amazing diamond, Amazing ring to be sure, equal to the display of this fine diamond :) Even more amazing now that this boneheaded tradeshopper finally uploaded the graphic and tied it to this thread... {Grin}... Sorry there Sean, and from Moscow you couldn't even blast me on the 800 numbert and let me know I hadn't linked this yet... Really nice lower profile, very strong, very tailored too... Ready to rock yer world Captian :)
    Steve Gurney bought a lovely two carat emerald cut, and we built a lovely platinum home for this using standard parts (not expensive)... For the very best look and the very best value call us first, and for wonderful platinum and gold jewelry we're at yer service... Just finished setting this up, had a great time, very solid and very sharp!!! Enjoy!!!
    Martin's platinum ring is done :) Here's some of the world's finest parts, basket quality platinum crowns and a finely fabricated shank for no seams... Welded with all platinum solder so there will be no discoloration, the right way... Finely matched third carats frame and grace this lovely "G-SI1" three quarter carat center stone, which is also finely tuned for maximum brilliance... You might get better spelling in the malls, but they'll never touch our values or service... Set strong and set smart, for a lifetime of enjoyment... {Grin}... Hey Yahoo!!! You watching this page guys and gals?!?!?
    Westby Slade's really cool idea :)
    Friends helped in the paintin', and Westby wants to say thanks in "gold"... Soon to be six paint brush charms, from 14Kt gold plate stock, engraved on both sides I might add, you'll not find these at Home-Depot folks :) Charms for lending a helping hand, I love this stuff, I really do :) (Jumprings included too :)
    Michael Ahern's magnificient ring semi mount is done :) Here's what all the shouting is about, all the quality without the fluff, here's a wonderful 18Kt ring body, crafted around the three platinum crowns, with the center as yet unset... I fancy mountings best at about this stage, where I can see the finished result without the distraction of the center stone... {Grin}... Most gals do not agree :) What say you Michael, did we nail that one or what :)
    Russ McCalister's Lovely Platinum & 18Kt mounting is done... Here's a beautiful mounting with ultra fine princesscuts, ready to ship today :)
    Durga has a wonderful idea for a gent's ring
    Platinum is the metal, and finely detailed twisted wire is the border, with hand laid wire decoration in the center for a dramatic effect. Very cool and very sharp... Not polished and not yet detailed, but along the way a good bit now, what say you Durga?

    Durga's Platinum Hand Built Fantasy
    Yup, countless hours of working with fine platinum wire, each rope effect is built by hand and carefully rendered in platinum. It's this sort of job which separates the pro's from the rest, and we like to think that any customer's idea, once nicely defined like Durga has done here, can be turned into a real world project, and treasured item for a lifetime... We were asked to fine a "Perfect Diamond" for this ring, so we used a finely tuned "D-E-VVS-VS" for the aparant perfection that was required, carefully tuned to delight fer a lifetime! You don't have to be a Norman Rockwell to see your dream come true here, just think about what you want, do your best to define it and we can do the rest, as you can plainly see :)

    Here's the refinished version, minus the dark antique background. We lightly bead blasted the center section for a matt finish, which strikingly contrasts with the twisted rope wire outer rails, and inner simulated twisted rope design. Nicely comfort fitted and reworked, changed out the crown for a bezel, stronger and better fer a guy's ring... Think we're there Durga :) What say you?
    Daniel Reifsnyder's celtic treasure is done :)
    Built in warm 14Kt gold these two matching rings, one a (5 1/2 and the other a 10 1/2) will be enjoyed daily, sporting traditional celtic art inspired pattern, repeating but with a sizing area if the size needs to be tweaked... Engineered with common sense, and uncommon value in mind, another killer wedding ring :) ...and perhaps another reason to bookmark this site??? :)
    Denise Pulgino's Celtic Fantasy is done and ready to ship!!!
    A narrower version of the original Charlie design, in the 7.5mm flavor for a styling ring that is both a pleasure to wear as well as a delight to behold... One of the most popular designs out there by far, just wanted to show you that dreams can come true here, and do!!!
    Bruce Douglas is having something wonderful built!
    Sweet anniversary ring here, with a nicely defined and symmetrical shape, decked out with 6 X 0.18 carat diamonds, matched finely in a top VS diamond. Made to wear daily, nice and strong, intelligent by design... What say you Bruce? Given the "GO"!!!

    Bruce Douglas's Anniversary Diamond Ring... Lovely effect, with 6 x 0.18 carat diamonds set into a strong and smart anniversary ring we made custom, a ring for the ages and delight to behold, built to survive in the real world too, Imagine that!!!
    Richard Olmstead in Maui, here's those Earrings :) Designed to match that lovely engagement/wedding ring we built ya, in a soft style that is accented by princesscut diamonds. Using 3mm emeralds and 2mm princesscuts, for a cool effect... Soon to be in the real world :)
    Rick Ameye's Platinum Penthouse is done
    Imagine a finely tuned exceptional emerald cut diamond of wonderful math, framed by a finely tuned platinum wonder, note that the stone sets inside a basket crown so the stone is a nice height. Tasteful and smart, built to last in the real world... Ships today 12-4
    Glen Bentley's Amazingly beautiful ring design
    Inspired by Dennis Carey's (past customer) lovely ring this sports top quality side stones, channelset for easy wear and now snags, and a lovely "D-VS2" center of amazingly fine cut... Rhodium plated behind the stone (no you can't see it from the top) keeps the stones looking brighter and whiter, for stunning effect... Built to survive in the real world, amazingly nice working with you Glen :) We ship today, 12/4
    A new wax for Cris Helfrich, a very interesting idea...
    Solid and substantial in the sides, when we cast the center separately it will allow me to high polish and detail the inside super, before the center is installed :) What say you Cris???

    Here's the finished ring, missed shipping but this ole ham just had to make Bill a bit crazy by showing this panel of shots from the old video stand... Enjoy, and tomorrow we ship :)
    Wing Lee has an engagement ring being lightened
    And it is done as of today, glad to be of service and wešll move this out right away... Beginning weight lightened by about 20%... The gent's ring is headed for casting, and here's New Wax for the wedding ring, the gal will get her ring not too far behind you if this is a GO... Here's just the gent's ring to look at, wešve modified the ladies already.

    Hey Wing!!! Here they are man!!! Two finely tuned rings, platinum and the ladies decked out with 4mm finely matched diamonds, the gents in the same flavor... Ship tomorrow Wing, start getting excited... We have delicate here and very tasteful at a common sense price too, Imagine that :)
    Adam Nichol's Celtic Treasures are done!
    Rendered centers in 18Kt warm yellow gold, with the framing rails of white gold, this is both bold and exciting for sure. Built to last a lifetime... There must be 100 new patterns in the Celtic Page, and if that were not enough I just finished an exciting new line of Japanese traditional patterns and a medieval series based on the art in the 1300-1500 time period in European history. Exciting and different, enjoy guys!
    Andrea Hendrick's Celtic Creation!!!
    Here's about the coolest celtic rings on planet, the classic celtic swirl pattern was the inspiration for this cool ring, built in 18Kt and cooled out, tis a timeless ring for the ages, and it ships today too guys!!!!!!
    Cheryl Johnson's Ametrine wonder ring!
    Alright you wax carvers out there, eat yer hearts out! Herešs a delicate ring of swirls and curls that revolves around a finely tuned large stone, note how nicely the stone fits into the ring for trouble free wear. Finely detailed and crafted, a joy fer a lifetime... What say you Cheryl??? Time to make this into metal???

    Cheryl Johnson's magnificient mounting is done!!! ...and what a mounting this is at that! Sharply defined and very substantial at that, a lovely way to hold a very large stone in a ring which can be enjoyed daily. Yer a gal Cheryl, you sent me mail about thirty seconds after I uploaded this, you must live on the web :)
    Ann Geesman's Angel Ring
    What to say, how about supremely beautiful ring here with finely defined features, a joy for a lifetime for sure, and a beauty to behold!!! Enjoy Ann, we ship today...
    Daniel Swiney wants a marquise graduated ring
    Here's a wonderful way to assemble a fine looking ring for less, just here for your review Daniel :)
    Brian Deaver's Trio is ready too :)
    Very nice, dotting the center of the repeating hearts with a diamond, and bezel set they will have no prongs to snag... Yer ring is very nice as well, another happy camper I gamble :)
    Boy, is Steve Brandon gonna be suprised!!!!
    Here's the first rate platinum rings we build, but with exceptionally fine and bright emeralds to offset the gal's red hair!!! Massively ornate and detailed, a ring to be enjoyed for a lifetime for sure, another great example of why you never have to pay retail again folks, imagine that!
    Justine Chen's Marvelous Mounting, in Platinum :)
    Based on the Sean McEligot's platinum ring design in my platinum customer page, we have a fine example of a platinum unique ring, just the ticket for a lifetime of enjoyment. All ready to light up yer life Justine :)
    Andy Van Evera's platinum/trillion elegant classic wax
    A new wax, for a different flavor... More of a tiered design than a low slung band sort of ring, this displays the diamonds exceptionally well, and while that shot of the inside of the ring is not one that you'd normally expect to see, it shows this ring will be solid and strong, plus the gallery on the ring tends to lighten it up beautifully... This should knock yer socks off guys, ready to rock yer world :)

    Andy Van Evera's platinum/trillion elegant classic ring is done
    And a finer ring is hard to imagine, for this has the fine princesscut and trim stones it takes for platinum manufacturing, delicate and finely crafted, a treasure for a life time!!!
    Andrew Sawley's Wax is done!
    Here's the wax which was inspired by a computer drawing for Dave Fisher, and while I can't always do these for every job it helped to evolve a wear daily ring of merit and class! Moving right along, waiting fer the "GO"...

    Raise the center Marquise a bit??? Sure, so here's the revised Andrew Sawley's Wax, and you'll note how very nicely this worked out, raising the center to make it the center of the focus in the ring, and still be a smooth channel set/trouble free ring too. Sharp as a tack, ready to head fer the next phase today :) What say you Andrew?

    Andrew Sawley's Engagement ring!!!
    First we had to get this part done, then wešre making twin outer bands in the form following flavor, so we do it this way to make things fit really well. Great style and great look, get excited Andrew!!!
    Andrew Patterson's platinum wonder!
    Here's a finely crafted platinum basket ring, using some very exceptionally well matched diamonds, for a clean and elegant look. Ready to ship Tuesday 11-11 Quality is not dead, itšs hiding in the Oregon woods :)
    Cris Helfrich's major cool idea!!!
    The center will be set in a white gold section, shown in this one piece ring, and the body of the ring will be yellow gold. Sharply defined and interesting not only from top down but from the sides as well, what say you Cris???
    Cynthia Steer's Amazing Tanzanite Adventure.
    So you take a seven millimeter tanzanite and stir it into a floral design from the master wax catalog, set in a bezel to protect the stone, and a really interesting ring is the result, shipped today!!! Enjoy!!!
    Burton Farley's Channelset Wedding Ring
    We're remaking this with bigger stones, in a different style, profiled to really conform to the shape and fullness of the engagement ring. Since the style in the engagement ring is smooth and clean this form of channel set makes full use of that clean line look. Solid and more substantial than the first, ready to rock yer world guys :) We're using finely matched 0.15's this time, for a very impressive difference..

    Here's the finished rings! offered fer yer consideration, wedding ring sports finely matched 0.15's for a full look, and the match is perfect to the engagement ring in style and flavor. Ready for pickup to make yer gal crazy :) .

    Here's that finished lovely platinum wonder Heather :) Shipped today it did (11-5) so you'll be dazzling everyone really soon now, like tomorrow :) Sharp mounting, and the side view is sweet, that gallery work and all that :) Very nifty indeed, congratulations, and ya saved a fortune too!
    11-5 10-19-97 Revised Drawing Guys :)
    Joy & Jeff's Penthouse home for that 2.01 Carat Center
    Here's a fast sketch of what I see for this two carat diamond, the center section is in platinum with the princesscuts set into 18Kt yellow gold. The body of the ring is 18Kt and the Princess cuts are respectively 3.0mm, 2.5mm, 2.00mm for a graduation... Built in a size 7 for you to see scale and design... Ready to begin this when you guys are :)

    So here's the Wax guys! The platinum section center is built, and we've got a major first class wax here to show ya today... Set with graduated princesscuts, really frames this two carat perfectly fine! We're gonna apply the "design" in the metal, so that is omitted fer now, but I wanted you to see the side view and how the tiers work. Jeff's ring is of the same basic size of princesscuts as yours, so the look with be very much a matched set... First class and rock and roll, ready to move to the next stage now :)

    Here's the finished rings guys!!!! Finely tuned, finely crafted, something you can be proud of for a lifetime. This two carat looks smashing in this ring, it's like a watery pool of "E-" colored water, and dat's very white indeed... Jeff's ring is a smart ring too, sharp and well made... Yer is "stunning Joy"... En-Joy :)
    11-5 Roy Kern's Lovely Floral Design, part II
    Drawn directly from the customer's art, converted to postscript and batched together into a new series of plates for celtic design and floral rings, what say you Roy, does this get it?
    Vickie Schafer's Platinum & 18Kt Ring!
    Very cool, and very sharp, "G-VVS2" smokin' center stone set into a fine platinum ring from my Affordable Platinum Selection for all the beauty and quality, at half the going price :) Knowledge is power!!! Note the nice ample thickness for durable trouble free wear? Value and beauty, Imagine that!!! ...and yer car doesn't get a dinged door in the mall parking lot :)
    Roy Kern has been very patient indeed...
    And I just have to get this new plate of floral designs done, along with Roy's idea for his white gold wedding rings. Deeply etched with a well defined pattern, we're ready to ask for yer approval and move to the next stage... I'll bid these rings, the pair, in 18Kt white gold (very hard) at $1000 US
    Ray Danen bought a lovely diamond in a solitaire a while back
    Here's the ring Ray designed for his gal, which we built using platinum, finely matched smaller diamonds and sapphire baguettes, in a ring wrap for the wedding set :) Nice idea Ray, worked out very well indeed :)
    Truc Truong's platinum classic beauty, for the two carat
    So, you take a lovely platinum mounting and die struck crown, stir in a two carat finely cut "E-VVS2" and four finely matched 0.15 carat rounds, and bake for a couple days and what do you have??? A ring for a lifetime and a classic beauty at a price that makes sense in a world gone slightly mad... We're done but I need you to contact me to verify that address to ship to, and that's about that by golly! It's been fun, and enjoy the ring!!!
    Mike Dimitroff's wax is done :)
    Just wanted you to see this before we moved to the next stage, here's that low slung wax, with those fantastic Russian cut 1/3 carats... {Grin}... This has got to be killin' uninspired retailers who might drop by :) ...for your approval Mike :) Here's that ring guys!!! A classic built to last a lifetime, and more :) Here's that Gent's platinum wedding band, engraved to the hilt, along with a lovely platinum ladies wedding band, all sized correctly and ready to go, in fact this is mailed as I speak :) Enjoy!!!
    Dave Fisher's wedding rings
    Dave likes opals, and we've been working on some ideas, so I just wanted to share this here to show clearly that creativity is alive and well at Tradeshop Incorporated, where quality and value co-exist and the customer is King!
    Derek Lipman's platinum rings are done!!!!
    Platinum celtic rings, for the weight and for the look. Finely details and really sharp, try finding these at yer local strip mall folks :) Rings to last a lifetime and more, ready to ship today :)
    Peter Demas & Company, yer rings are done!!!!
    For one of the very nicest people I've met on the internet we've built a set of finely crafted wedding rings, classics for a lifetime. Built using customer's art for an absolutely stunning effect!!! A treasure for a lifetime, and a story about internet, possibilities and a glimpse of the future to come... I want to take a moment and say to Peter "I thank you very much"... Not so much for the order, but rather for allowing me the chance to work with someone like you, seldom have I met someone more graceous and I'd like to count you as a friend... It's been a blast man, yer rings ship today!!!!! Really enjoy, the images do not do justice to the rings, not by a mile!!! Hall of Fame material for sure guys!!!
    Nancy Mroz's opal remake is finished, and it's both sound and safe, with the stones all very well seated... Not likely to have the opal blow out again because the ring flexed, but that's just engineered jewelry... Something we know well here :)
    Mark Yeater's evolving ring idea...
    So Mark, we've carved another wax which addresses those points you wanted, so now is the time for that wax approval so we can set about building yet another fine heirloom. Waiting on you Mark, we're ready to go :)
    Derek Wolf's Platinum castings finally came out perfectly!
    Talk about a bad run of luck, this is the third time this wax was carved, the first two castings were shot full of mico-pits and tiny problems, and while most would try to fake it and deliver, I had to make this just right... In to setting today, shipping early next week so that by the weekend you'll be styling and most pleased... Really sorry fer the delay :)

    Here's that semi-set video snap I promised, later today the center will be set and we are ready to start this moving towards you!!! Sorry it took so long, but I hope that a ring that lasts forever, wonderfully built in the flavor of the ring you had, will light up your life :) "Enjoy!"

    But wait!!! Here's the finished ring we just shipped to you!!!
    Sorry that this took so darned long, but well worth the wait I trust. I really pulled out the stops for m,y vid-snaps, but they don't come close to the "coolness" I see here!!! Enjoy!!!

    Hey Hey Ron!!!! Here they are man!!!!
    We have a massively killer ring here bub, with serious attention to detail and beautiful (off the scale) stones!!! Lovely and sound, a treasured item for a lifetime for sure :) ..."where'd those nutz go :)"
    Stephen Davis's Wax Modification...
    The first Wax was nice but the stones were spaced equally, and what Stephen wanted was three groups of two, so we carved a new wax just to do that... Also the gent's ring is now more uniform in thickness, with no taper... Ready to rock Stephen :) Ready to make another fine platinum set for another web visitor :)

    Here's the finished Rings! Finely engraved and detailed... A treasured family heirloom for sure, we like building out reputation and customer base one gorgeous ring like this at a time :) Enjoy!!!!
    Lorin Lee's gold fantasy engraved wonder!!!
    Yeah folks, that's right... Another lovely example of a hand made finely tuned classic engraved mounting. Sorry about that free cut of coffee, or those retail premium stuffed toys, we'd rather give our customers honest value, exceptional quality and low prices... "Darn!"
    Jim Mirazita's Family Heirloom!!!
    A finely crafted wax for the emerald cut, and channel set side stones for a troublefree ring. To call this a classic is to fall short of the mark, excellence by design... Ready to rock and roll :)

    Drat!!! This casting did not come out :( I have the wax carver coming down on Saturday to carve the new wax, and well move this right along. Sorry, but if it's not right I just can't "fake it"... Gotta cast this over and do it right, and I will have that done instantly! Here's that casting finally Jim!!! and it came out fantastically too man!!! We're heading for a world class job now, thanks for the time to recast this and make it "smokin' fine"... Thank you so much!!!! When that flask with your ring, and Derick Wolf's blew out I felt like "crap"... Now I'm happy as a clam, go figure :)

    Here's the finished ring guys!!!!
    Alan Faulkner's lovely 1.01 Carat needs a home!!!
    Here's a sweet group of rings with bagguettes, set exceptionally well and ready to add that crown for a stunning effect. No reason to pay retail Alan, enjoy the quality, enjoy the value!
    Tommy Cheatam's lovely platinum classic ring
    Sharp and well defined, built to last a lifetime. This lovely ring ships today to Tommy, with a lovely 0.77 "D-VS1" set in the center, but not just any diamond... Massively classic math makes this stone stand out a light year from the rest, so if you thought you had to pay too much for well cut stones just bookmark my diamond mines and save!!!
    Peter Demas has a lovely celtic idea
    Which I think works quite nicely, note the ends for a bit of a more tie-up look... Let me know what you think Peter, I have a lovely set of rings to build :)
    Andy Goldberg, yer ring is done and ready to rock!!!
     Remember that classic 1.40 Carat diamond you bought from me??? That ultra fine cut "G-VS1" with the GIA certificate??? Well man, here's the ring, polished and ready to send out there to make someone really happy :) Ready to rock Andy : Imagine that!
    Janet Sosalla's Platinum Beauty
    The project has begun, and the wax is carved for a designer very nice platinum mounting using the customer's fine trillion diamond. Soon to be in platinum for a smashing look, give me a call when yer ready to move to the metal stage :)

    Janet Sosalla's Rough Platinum castings
    Scary, right? {Grin}... These castings came out perfectly, and now we'll be finishing the ring, then welding on the bezel for the "blue diamond", then polish and setting... Enjoy!!
    Mark Painter :)
    Here that platinum fantasy set of rings, highly ornate, tapered sapphires, decked out fine... It was fun to first draw this then have the fun of watching it come into the real world... Thanks so much for trusting me to build this :) I just touched these up enough to vid-snap, that being a fairly low rez thang, but here's Image of the waxes, and now I'm proud to show you the finished rings!

    So, what about that gent's ring already?!? Got that covered too Mark, here's a beautiful ring, hand engraved in the style of the other rings... Enjoy :)
    Tanya Nigh's color stones classic ring
    Here's three colored gems, twin peridots that John Miller cut for Tanya, and the center stone she already head. Here's a fine wax that has been rendered for Tanya's approval...
    Hey Joseph! Remember that Marquise?
    You were asking about a nice ring for it, and here's a few variations I think just right, all take pegtop crowns so any will work with your Marquise... Pick one and call me :)_
    Andy Goldberg's Platinum Classic
    Here's the wax for your approval Andy, note the delicate look and the fishtail open gallery work, this will be so much nicer than that cobbled together patched ring, besides it's scaled to look great with the center stone... That was never gonna happen with the old ring :) Waiting fer the "GO" Andy :)
    Mark Yeater's Revised Drawing
    This shows a lower profile ring, with the stones woven into the cross over style design that Mark originally liked. Ready to rock when you give the "GO" Mark :)
    Karl Liebat and company :)
    Man, do we have a ring here, and I really think this idea you had of combining things you saw from various styles out there is neat! The heart is so well defined that it's sure to be loved by all... I think we got a wonderful ring here, how about you?!? {Grin}...

    ...drumm roll please... Here's the wax with the diamond set in place, so you can see the way the stones and the ring works better. Yes this will be less substantial when finished, for the process involves filing and finishing so there will be a very delicate feel in this ring :)

    Karl Liebat
    Here's that lovely ring done, stones set and the ring ready to wear and enjoy for a life time. Hope my video snap does justice to this lovely ring, we're ready to deliver Karl :)
    Jay Stanger's Heirloom Wonder!!!
    Man, yer going to go "Nuclear" over this one man!!! From that lovely citrine to this smashingly fine 1.05 "F-VS1" lovely diamond tucked into a treasured ring, rebuilt with a new stout shank and re-engraved to recapture the flavor of the ring, a wonder to behold. {Grinning excessively widely now}...
    Brother Peter Schlosser :) We have one on one darned fine ring here young man, built of 18Kt gold and twin framing platinum bands, with a center crown installed which is both safe and beautiful... Thought you should see this today, just to make ya nuts :)
    Mary Frumkin sent me a very cool mounting idea, a copy of a picture that she really likes... Strange that I happen to have this blank in stock, exactly the same ring by the way, in warm 14Kt gold... Der blank is $200... {Grin}... Thought you'd like that... The diamonds (8 fine Marquise = 0.83 Carats @ $950) and about $100 labor puts this on yer hand, in in yer life :) Turn around time about three days :)

    Remember that humble blank Mounting? Well, now this is fully decked out in finely tuned marquise diamonds, set up and ready to set the center stone... Fun to show the steps, and the way that things go together. Hope yer having as much fun as I on these pages... I hope you enjoy.
    Joji Yokoyama has a friend :) His friend drew his ring, and I translated it and had Tim Nielsen carve the basic outline to show the shape thus far. We'll cut the channels after you see, and approve, the basic shape... Closely following the design, but designed to wear in the "real world", a nice ring for sure, here's the wax...

    Here's the stones inset that I think look the best :)
    Eric Johnson! Your ring is done!!! Here's the finely crafted, and dramatically engraved, ring which we had talked about building. Glad to work with you on such a unique and interesting project... Give this a touch and drive down here and let's show you this sweetheart :)
    Michael Oertling just got this lovely home for his new diamond tonight, a finely tuned platinum beauty, I just pulled up Friday night on this ring, and I'll start the setting process Monday... We have a fantastic home for a beautiful round diamond, and with trim square fine quality sapphires this ring will be a "killer" for sure... I engrave/sculpt these myself, so I take a great deal of pride in them, love to show you even the unpolished version, too tired tonight to continue... Nice start for Monday though :) Love the web, I can show you the "stages" of custom...

    Hey Michael Oretling!!!     I thought about this ring all night last night, so I got up early and set the stones, and finished the engraving. "I just had to see this finished!" Not yet polished, I thought it would be fun to show you your new ring guys, finely detailed and very cool, this is ready to ship Monday, and I thank you again for honoring me by letting me build this for you!!! Great fun!!!! Another family heirloom quality mounting for a web customer, how entirely cool... ...and all via the web, imagine that!
    Dale Frank Sent me a wax, something to give us an idea of what the perfect ring should be, in platinum and warm 18Kt for the shank... Set with 10 matched 0.03 carat finely matched melle, this will be a knock out. I'm going to upload Dale's art work later, fantastic issustration of what he wanted, combined with a basic wax for broad reference, and out comes a finely tuned ring for the ages... ...and nearly as amazing as the story behind it too :) *Of note is the place where the shank comes up to the platinum center section is nicely "organically bulbed" for a more natural flowing shape, and the ring will be strong too :) ...by design :) Dale, time to give me a call :) We're ready to rock yer world :) Note This beautiful ring will be cast in platinum with an 18Kt shank... We're already into the casting process here, we came down Easter to set this up for Dale...

    The "Finished Ring"... ...Set with a CZ Center and heavy prongs so the local talent can install the center after your trip :) Couldn't forget you Dale, I'm going to build a page on this, the vid snap (while not high/rez) are great :)

    I want to take a moment here, and point out Dale Frank's drawings, and workup's that he FAXed me about building his "Dream Ring"... For while we indeed rendered Dale's ideas into metal and diamonds here's what I had to work with...
    1. Here's the project over-view illustrated
    2. Engineered exploded view blueprints, simply amazing....
    3. Sharp top down, and slice views, is this great, or what?!?!
    *So, while I'd threatened Dale in the past with hoisting these up to show the professionals in jewelry how it's done, and what happens when you add engineering and planning to craftspersonship and experience... We make a killer team there Dale, and now the world knows too :) ...and I wish the industry took this sort of care writing up special order, it would make life sooooo much easier!
    Peter Haeberli,
    just bought a beautiful 1.33 carat Diamond (F-SI1) for this project, and matching high color Ceylon Sapphires, the ring is made from platinum and detailed for a fine look... Low to the hand, bridework, substantially built for a lifetime of enjoyment... ...now if I mentioned that this was under $2K that might amaze, but imagine the ring with sapphires ready to set the center for less than $1.5K... ...and tailored to taste, like a fine suit... {Grin} Welcome to my world folks :)
    Wing Lee, Rounded the shank more, five stones per side of say 0.03 carats... Nice :) We're going to do the diamond melle for just a "touch of brightness" so that we can make the ring more interesting.
    Here's the custom wax rendering!!!
    Here's the rough casting :)
    While the rough casting is something one would not really love showing the customer, I think it's really cool to see things "come together" like this, so excuse the rough finish from casting but here's another world class project being "born"... {Grin}...
    Here's that finished ring! ... Imagine, designer quality like this, without the high prices or snotty attitude... {Grin}... ...well, the high prices anyway :)
    Benjamin Nason Lipchak,
    Just had me build a beautiful platinum ring, using a beautiful 3.00 Carat Sapphire and twin matched side diamonds... Imagine this folks, a gem sapphire, finely crafted platinum mounting, over 0.60 carats of diamonds ("F-VVS1" & "F-VS") for under $4,500??? Welcome to my world people, take a look at this beautiful ring via the link :)
    Celtic & Custom Spoken Here

    Seth Bradley and Christine wanted ancient celtic design in their rings. We built these rings using 5 x 7mm oval Chatam Alexandarites, and cool 18Kt white gold... The art was supplied by the customer too, a pointer to an image in a celtic design book... ...nice aren't they? {Grin} I encourage you to explore these pages, and to dream too :) ...for the one thing you will see here is that your dreams can come true in precious metal and gems for less than you might think.
    Explore the custom celtic page, it's growing fast!
    Dramatically Sculptured Classics
    Do be sure and check out the ornate platinum and gold mountings we produce, loveingly one at a time. We can build for your existing stones, or take a style and flavor perhaps shown with different shape or size stone and build one exactly right for you, carving a new wax to meet the need. You'll find these mountings affordable and beautiful, substantial and finely crafted. I have now developed stock patterns for 1/2 carat rounds, 1-1.25 carat rounds and a two carat flavor as well, and you can order these in platinum or gold too! High quality does not need to mean too expensive any longer, most of these mountings are in the $1,000 range in platinum, and less in gold...
    Mike Mills Much of the flavor of this mounting comes in the style of the Alfred Harding's ring, deeply etched and engraved for a marvelous look, and weighty feel... A timeless classic, styles not only for beauty but also for long life and lasting. Isn't that what a family heirloom is suppose to be folks??? The emerald bagguettes are for color but add nicely to the effect, don't you think??? Here's the Wax Mike!!! I really like the way that this is going to shape up, a nice body to engrave upon is the first step :) Finished ring!!! All engraved and detailed Had great fun engraving this, was really fun to watch a drawing come to life... The over all ring is stunning!!!! Thanks again for allowing me to build this for you, "Designer quality without the high prices or attitude"... This ring says it all {Grin}...
    For Mr. Will Crook I did a sketch to show what a restyled copy of this platinum ring might look like, original scanned image beside the rendering... Imagine that!
    Randal Strauss
    This is the most creative, and interesting job, take a look and see :)
    NEW IN HOUSE STOCK Platinum Ornate Mountings!
    *I've started stocking our hand made platinum rings, ready to ship :)
    Quality is not dead folks, it's just getting harder to find, so remember to bookmark this page before you forget :)
    This is the video snap of the finished platinum mounting, with the new matched bagguettes channel-set into the nice lush rails, substantially and securely to be enjoyed for a life-time... Shipped 01/19/96
  • Paul McCabe has the first "Celtic Cathedral" type ring
    Another large picture (68k) Ray has been experimenting with some new designs, adding the photo etched pattern to a classic ring design, made to protect and frame the stone... This is an exciting design, that offers both the interesting patterns of the designs, and offers the diamond maximum protection too... Smart and stylin', ya gotta love this new idea... The "Celtic Cathedral" designs are born!!! This one is 14kt gold, watch for many more designs to come.

    Paul thinks Celtics and Marquise Diamonds are a natural ...and I tend to agree... Perhaps one of the most impressive variations of the celtic bands I've done was the Cory's Cathedral Celtic, which has inspired many a person to enjoy this bypass idea where the stones sets more protected, and the design has room to grow lush...

    Just a humble mock-up of the plate, with the bridge and these old torn up hands holding that lovely marquise in tweezers, which look great! In a very nice crown the stone will set just inside the ring's shoulders, and they are just slightly longer than the marquise "by design"... No one size fits all here folks, my main job ain't clearing out jewelry cases of outdated styles and ideas.
  • Dave Klatt has an engraved band ring ready
    (ANOTHER BIG PICTURE WARNING) Jerome was set free on this to create a "wavey lined" pattern, old world craftsman ship can't be beat..See you tomorrow Dave.. For the engraved ring lovers whack this link and stand back, yer gonna love this shot!!! A couple of new shots of a ring we made for Dave's Wife.. What do you think Susan? These shots start to do your ring justice.. Side view, check out the channels that encircle the ring.. Even after a year of daily wear, platinum looks great!!! Top down view, now digitally rendered just for Susan...
  • Side view of the celtic ring, with a bezel set diamond
    A bezel is a very safe way to set a diamond, nothing to catch or snag, and similar to the way the Celts set stones themselves.. Arthur' new Celtic is King!
    OK, the new shots are worth looking at, if you ever wanted to add a bezel to a celtic ring..Check them out Arthur, and the rest of the web/world... A very popular design, here it is in 14k. gold just like arthur wanted.The celtics are a hit! With patterns and designs like this we can produce killer rings and killer results. Watch for many more styles coming soon. I think that you are going to find that over time we will improve our pictures so that we better represent these items, the Heron pattern is both one of most popular (mate for life and all that) as well as one of the most elegant... Wonderful in platinum or gold, a perfect choice for unique rings...
  • Matt has a new ring from the garden of platinum dreams Again a larger scroll able picture, are these pictures to big for you guys out there? The detail and style of this ring is great, platinum leaves holding the diamond, a very organic look, with a 0.35 ct E-VS2 center stone. Tell us you love it Matt, we are ready to ship.. Matt Holm has a wax from the garden, a total organic look, straight from the magic garden
    The perfect bouquet in precious metal and fine gems, for that added sparkle, a humble E-VS2 fireball diamond... ..."humble, yeah right...The diamond stands alone as one of the finest examples that a diamond can yield, stir this beautiful ring together with this fine diamond, and you have a wonderful treasure built to last a lifetime. The delicate leafy nature, the wonderfully sculptured feel, it's about the most wonderful ring I know... Chip Wolcott had a lovely sort of sculptured floral motif as all many months ago...
  • Erik Kuwanis wants to see the before picture! Here is a good example of a ring before assembly. The crown of the ring will be cut to accommodate three 1/3 carat rounds. This type of ring making creates an extremely strong and high polish final product. Here you go Erik!
  • HIgh resolution pictures available for JoePlease excuse the earlier shots, if you have a fast connection, or some spare time, check out these pictures, may take a moment to download.. Let us know, which way to go, with the engraving, Joe... Joe has an awesome platinum, engraved, princess cut ring ready.Ray is still getting better at engraving these rings, here is proof, notice the detail and the side princess cut diamonds, another classic, ready to ship..
  • Randy has a new set of celtic rings ready A bezel set diamond on hers, and flat set sapphires and peridots, a unique combination of colors and styles. A one of a kind wedding set, in 18kt gold. Exploded View! for a up close look at the idea, and the very nice result of your wonderful idea :)
  • Beth is having a wedding set made, with diamonds in the prongs
    With baguette and princess cut diamonds, this set will fit together perfectly. Together they measure 6.5 mm, or just over 1/4 inch, tell us what you think, Beth.The side shots, as requested, large and crispy.. This will be a wonderfully perfect fitting set when finished, and the wedding ring is perfectly wearable alone too... The cut out will be less prominent than you might think, I'm going to work that area nicely and it will be a wonderful effect when done... "guaranteed"...
  • Sharon wanted a 1/2 bezel type setting for her diamond, and a matching band.
    Rather than give them a flat estimate, Ray decided to move this one straight to the wax stage. Tell us if you like it, and we will create the set in platinum for you. Once the band is covered with small diamonds. the look you faxed will be captured..
  • Chad has a new celtic ring, 18kt yellow center, with white gold rails.
    This pattern came out great! we are constantly working to improve our process, this is proof! This ring is ready to "cruise" when you are Chad...
  • Matt has a new ring on the way, this is just the wax
    The area holding the 3 accent diamonds will be in 18kt gold, the rest in platinum, once we get the go ahead, we will cast this one up for you... We can use whatever type of crown you choose, I used the 4 prong just as an example..
  • The extremely finished ring, shown digitally just for you.
    Trying a couple more shots, dont mind the hourglass, what do you think Laura? The finished "eternity symbol ring" in platinum Laura has a new band custom made to match the solitaire, tell us you love it, and it is ready to ship!!!
    OK Laura,we have another view for you, this time matched up to a 2.0 ct. solitaire..and the 0.48 worth of pearshape diamonds in place..
    The same ring, this time with the 0.48 worth of pearshape diamonds in place..
  • A set of platinum engraved beauties, both with sapphires
    This is a set of rings that Ray made, the Ladies ring is ready for a 1 1/2 to 2 ct. stone, his ring is already set with a 0.15 ct diamond and 4 sapphires. These make an awesome set, if you prefer, we could sell them separately also.. e-mail us for a quote..
  • Danny has a new platinum and Jade ring
    Starting with a comfort fit milligrain wedding band and adding a platinum bezel. The "Hockey puck" shape jade fit into the ring nicely... This gives a unique look, what say you Dan?
  • Cameron Barker's celtic designs are in the wax stage
    Soon a gent's and ladies matching platinum fantasy rings, with a very slightly raised bezel inlaid with lapis... I computed the center for the bezel (I'll do that in the metal) and I wanted you to see how nice this idea works... Ready to get rollin' now, platinum casting is next... Call Jan and let's get the bean counting' out of the way, I gotta a lovely set of rings to build :)
  • The Bhattacharya Family is having us build an heirloom for them...
    Note that the baguettes make a lovely fan on the engagement ring, with gentle roundells at the end of the rows... Also note that the wedding ring has a straight baguette that runs the center section, with matching tapers on the ends, with the same flavorful roundell to terminate the row of diamonds... Here's a similar ring I just finished for stock, ten matched tapered baguettes, that I had engraved... Set down, give the "GO" and fasten yer seatbelt, we're ready to rock yer world :)
  • Stacy Dembinsky and company, fasten yer seat belts and get ready for custom celtics!
    Rose gold centers make this set of rings both unusual and striking... The white rails for contrast is perfect, and if you ask me I like the white gold rails better than the platinum by far, for price and the look is the same...
  • Eric Hassler has a platinum beauty, with trillion sapphires, engraved!
    Giving the new digital camera a work out and I'm glad that finally the beauty of the sapphires that I use is clear, top shimmery Ceylon matched stones for the perfect framing effect... Another shot? Dat can be arranged. The mounting is nicely strong, and offers a lovely home for such a fine diamond... Fully engraved, check out the next shot for a massively close up eyeball sandwich shot... Love the ring, thanks for working with Tradeshop and remember that Godiva Chocolate now has a lovely web site... ...shameless, aren't I?!? {Grin}...
  • Bob and Joann Corey, "you got some 'splainin' to do!?!?!?
    Update Page for this important ring!
  • Form fitted Two tone set for Charles!
    Here is a stunning form fitted set of rings for Sir Charles. This one's a keeper! The fit is very carefully contrived so that the rings are a nice set, and while this picture is washed out, the rings are a vivid tow tone, and built to last a lifetime ... Enjoy...
  • Julie's Heartshaped Stone!
    Here is an example of some beautiful hand engraving nicely complimenting Julie's heart shaped Ruby! Can you feel the love? Note this elaborate detail that is in the finest hand engraving tradition of Europe, That heart pattern down the shank, the high polished bezels... What a killer ring, dream big grasshoppers, you can afford to here :)
  • A lovely matching set for Erica!
    We used the rail of the ring on this one as the matching band,with a pear shaped bezel set solitaire. Not just any pattern here folks, but they hand drew this one and we turned it into the most gourgeous set of rings... Look carefully at the over/under weave of the vines bursting from the vessel... I only wish that my pictures did justice to this incredible set of rings...
  • John wanted a platinum "Tulip" to hold his 2.01 ct round brilliant diamond
    These new tulip style mounts are very neat, and we can make them very quickly for you as well, what say you, John?.. We now stock the Tulip Mountings in both gold and platinum, for most cuts... This is a great way to get a lovely ring, the best of the best, for less...
  • Randy dixon wanted a specific configuration on his ring.
    With 2 tiers of baguettes, and a pearshape center stone, This will be a real beauty in platinum and 18kt.
  • Classic solitaire alert, this one is for Lisa
    Not every thing we do is custom, this is another "Instant" solitaire, we can make these for you the same day you pick the diamond, if we have it in stock..
  • Daniel wanted the perfect pendant for his emerald cut emerald.
    This is a 14kt gold, hand engraved basket type pendant, A great way to show off an awesome gemstone. Here is the matching ring, another incredible emerald here...
  • Dave wants a platinum celtic engraved ring.
    As with any custom project the wax is the first step, with the 0.53 ct. princess cut diamond in the center, and a hand engraved celtic design on the shank, this ring will be awesome!!!
  • Steve wants a specific look in the engagement ring we are making
    With matched pearshape diamonds, and a 1.04 ct center stone, this will be an incredible platinum ring..As soon as we get the ok, we will cast this beauty for you.. A couple of more shots, this time with the 1.04 ct round brilliant diamond..
  • Michael Christopher and company, Cool Wedding ring alert!
    The center is framed with lovely trillion sapphires, so we're doing the wedding ring in alternating diamond, sapphire gems. Channel set for common sense, no prongs or snags is a very nice thing... Form fitted too, so we have a locked in nice trim fit here, for the perfect matching rings... The gent's ring will be a comfort-fit ring with three stones flatset into the top, engraved to resemble the design of the ladies engagement ring...
  • The dove is done!! and it looks great!!Our wax carver "Tim" has outdone himself again..
    The Dove pendent is nearly done, our wax carver is awesome at animals
    Set with a tanzanite, this is a symbolic setting, watch for the finished product, YES we do more than just rings here....
  • Brittany has a new engraved band to match here existing ring.
    Highly engraved by Ray, this anniversary ring is going to be in the ceremony next week in Bali..And if that isn't enough...
    Ryan, her fiance' also has a new platinum ring, with a bezel set black star sapphire
    Being the world travelers that they are, this sapphire was hand picked by Brittany while she was in thailand, the star is only seen under natural light, so I included a couple of shots to show the incredible star hidden inside..
  • David Haig has a celtic ring ready to go
    Check out this 18kt white gold celtic ring... Taken from our plate #11, pattern #I, very detailed, with triangular spaces in the pattern, yes we could set trillions in there as well... Tell us you love it David, and we will ship it to you...

    ...and pre-history... {Grin}....
  • Peter Reilly wanted to see the "edge" between the rails and the pattern more shots, closer than ever... Peter Reilly is the owner of our most detailed platinum celtic ring ever
    This ring has been closely watched each step of the way, this type of detail in platinum is very difficult. Let us know what you think peter.. Here's a case where in platinum the finer lines just do not come out in complex designs... Peter Reilly should go nuts over this new ring!!!
  • Angela Hunt has an awesome set of celtic rings ready
    The detail on these rings came out extremely well also, this time in silver, highly polished and extremely nice..Let us know how much you love them , Angela..
  • Charles has a new matching band for his wifes wedding ring we custom made from scratch.
    Soon to be two tone gold with three very nicely matched baguettes. It was made to be exactly the same shape as the engagement ring.
  • Dawn Waldren's family has used Ray as their jeweler for many years..
    This is her ring, with a custom matching band carved to match..
  • Mike Whittaker's lovely oval 1.22 carat "F-VS2" fireball!!!!
    Here's a ring for the ages, an amazingly fine oval diamond here, with a finely crafted solitaire that is both strong and lovely. GIA certified, this is not just another diamond, but represents one of the finer diamonds in this lovely cut...
  • Doctor Mohammedd has just had his prescription filled for brilliance and beauty
    Do I detect a pulse on the rise Doc??? {Grin}... Here's a fine platinum tulip ring, so aptly named for the lovely and styling crown that holds the diamond. A diamond of 2.28 Carats is impressive enough, but put it into this fine ring and...
  • Gary said that someone named "Bar" would be looking for this ring here tonight :)
    the classic six prong solitaire, a safe and elegant solution to displaying a fine diamond. Note the strong shank, we do not use the light weight rings, our customer's deserve and get the best we can offer. Sharp and refine, a timeless classic heirloom...
  • Gail Newcomb's amazing rings are becoming a reality...
    Here's a most interesting idea... Take a design from the photo-etch collection I built and hand engrave on a ring that is originally a wax carving custom job. A blend of two different techniques, and what a result!!! We have the matching form fitted ladies wedding ring in metal, engraving it and the gent's ring we've suggested as a comfort-fit ring of the perfect die-struck flavor... No reason to re-invent the wheel, plus I love the finish on die-struck anyway better... Work hardened and perfect, it just doesn't get much better :)

    Soooo grasshopper.... We now have rings that are going to be constant comment catchers, delicately hand engraved rings that are form fitted and killer... Your ruby is going to feel like a pampered queen in this castle of cool... ...the gent's ring is being done as I write this, soooooo.... Guess that another dream or two just came true today... Does anyone really notice how many world class jobs we do??? Hits were over 26000 yesterday, and I thank you all from the depths of my heart... You bring the ideas, and the creativity... I am your method of translation, but you deserve the praise and rewards... Love the ring, love the idea...

    Now the three ring set for your review!
    All engraved delicately, we drove out to Beaverton to get this, and are shooting it just as it is shipping... ...but a sweeter set of ring has yet to cross the decks here. Really stunning, and in the finest european hand engraving tradition we have again built a dreamy set of rings, at a working person's price. No halogens, no stupid stuffed toys as bait... ...just top quality (as you can see) and affordable prices too... Imagine that, our secret weapons {Grin}... ...judging from the industry it will be years before they "get it"... Massive margins will not fly, not with us out there they won't... {Grin}...
  • Robert Burton loves sapphires and platinum
    Sleek and beautiful, elegantly classic, the trillions frame the center diamond with some huge measure of grace and class... We're always having a devil of a time showing the items nicely, so here our very first digital camera shot... ...a more worthy ring there could not be, for you can begin to appreciate the vivid blues and detail here... Get excited!!!
  • Ophie's Diamonds in a row, platinum dreamy display
    'tis late on a friday, and I just finished this lovely platinum ring, with three really fine diamonds... The safe is locked, I'm all alone, but the if I remember right (generally do) this center is a finely tuned "G-VS2" with flanking similar uncerted stones. GIA cut the cert on the center stone. Set by yours truly today, strong and built to last forever, and a day... You could pay a lot more, and get alot less... Heavy prongs, strong under galleries, strong and beefy shank... ...the closer you look, the better you'll like... ...thought I'd make you crazy for the weekend... {Grin}... Ray
  • Celeste has a ring ready for her princess cut 1.50 diamond...
    ALthough she got the diamond somewhere else, we had the pleasure of building this platinum mounting for the stone to rest in..elaborately engraved, and ready in under 2 weeks..not bad eh? Ray here, sneaking' into the page :) I really like this ring, for it marks the change to a stronger and more substantial shank for these designs... I am now using a shank that is thicker, stronger and it offers me a better "canvas" if you will, to define and explore engraving... I love this result, for the bit of extra width in the shank makes all the difference... Enjoy :)
  • Charlie Brown has an Emerald Ring that is smokin' fine...
    Yes, this is the famous Charlie Brown, and he's living in the great northwest... Been working on getting this ring just right, finest platinum and the best of the best...
  • Clint has a new ring,
    Now imagine this... ...so first you take a classic mounting with a mind toward hand engraving and detail, stir in twin matched emerald that are lucious and bright, next take an ultra-fine princesscut and stir gently (don't shake)... This one ought to bake your imaginations out there, and I know that Clint's world is going to heat up... Serving one fantastic additional example of what Tradeshop is all about... Not just jewelry or diamonds, but dreams and heirlooms that write new rules... {Grin}... You made this site collectively, Now look what you've done!!!
  • Albert Catelani, I just got the rebuilt ring all ready to go...
    I sold Albert the center diamond quite a while back, and finally we decided that the style was baguettes in a curved and swirled pattern... I have a local supplier that has generally very nice rings, so I showed a few... Albert picked one of them, which admittedly looked great to me... ...but the local appraiser saw that the supports under the diamonds were a bit ragged, and what was the real problem, that a couple baguettes were very slightly marred... ...so while I priced, and sold, a factory produced nice ring you now see Albert's new full bore custom ring before you... Here quality matters... ...that is the mission...

    But wait! There's more! New shots for comparison!!! Chris and Gary told me I was a bonehead for not pointing out that this is "way more a ring" than the factory, in width, weight and attention to detail... Who am I to argue??? {Grin}... Shamelessly offered for comparison, and do notice the gallery work below the stones, rather than slender wires we have thicker and windowed boxes... Very strong, very smart, and easy to clean too :) Who am I to argue?!? OOOooohhhh yeah, here's a form fitted wedding band, and a matching gent's ring too! Bold and cool, and really nice... I guess it's jobs like this that make me smile, for I know that it's another "joy-bomb" that I'm sending out into the world for a real person... I've considered the domain name "Uni-Jeweler.com"... {Grin}... Start getting excited guys and gals!!!
  • The Chadborne family has a new family heirloom too!
    A platinum celtic, with rails and a 6mm stone set into a finely tuned platinum bezel. Tight and nice, the celtic pattern frames the center so very nicely. Boldly comfort fitted, beveled to be easy wear and enjoyed. Platinum is not an easy metal to work in, but we love it for it yields strength, definition and lasting properties, vastly beyond gold. The weight is major cool too, so off we go into the holiday weekend with a significant group of new family heirlooms complete, and many a dream come true... The ring without the antiquing, and with the 4 small diamonds set into the pattern, similar to the "Charlie set" small accent diamonds can add alot sparkle, and can be added to nearly any ring,... Ray here... I personally lie a bit of the antique in the background, it helps the design to be more dramatically highlighted, but this is a taste thing so either way, enjoy :)
  • Here's that ring for Li Glover
    This is a shot of the ring as a blank, I set this yesterday, last night actually... I wanted you to know that the reason that I did not do a wax on this is that I wanted to fabricate the ring of die-struck parts for a stronger and better result than cast... Casting is great, but die struck is smarter and safer for sure... I'll do the finished snap for you in a moment, but I wanted to show you the start right now :) This ring is ready to ship, with diamonds going all the way around the ring for an eternity!!! Princess cuts encircling the finger, and a great emerald cut center diamond..simple yet elegant, another dream ring come true!!! A fine double line of milligrain along the edge for taste... "Sweet!"
  • Soon to be a highly engraved gold ring for Jeff
    With an awesome tsavorite center and white sapphire trillions on the side. This setting will protect the stones, and showcase their qualities nicely. Let us know if you want the shank a little more tapered or not Jeff, .. Soon to be set with a tsavorite and sapphires, please give us a call Jeff. Here's that finished ring Jeff :) Here's that ring with a very subtile satin finish, and delicate hand engraving by the master himself, Jerome... The cool of the cool is ready to ship, so start getting excited, and by all means, set down and relax :)
  • Susan had a ring made awhile back, a significant platinum ring with diamonds
    Here it is tuned up a bit, with a matching platinum band with 5 diamonds across. Made to match, this creates a set of world class rings, what do you think Dave & Susan?
  • Here's the new pattern John!
    These pictures are actually shot from the magnesium plate mold that we make the wax model of the rings from. The black background is actually just black felt tip pen. We just wanted to show John Armstrong what his rebuilt pattern looks like. Hope we did it right this time John.
  • Julie Chang sent us her heart, to set into a custom ring for her
    The wax looks really neat, lots of hearts built into it already, this will be a unique finished ring to watch for...
  • Kathryn Gimple found a celtic zoo-morphic design she loved
    Strange sounding word for such a major cool and unusual design I know, but the celtic patterns are woven in the mysticism of symbolic association with animals, and is one of the patterns symbolizing the "hounds" design... A staple in the celtic arena, a classic and wonderful design for sure, in warm 18Kt gold.
  • Greg marshall has a celtic ring ready
    In 2 tone gold, 9mm wide, using the pattern he created, an awesome creation!! Ray here... I generally like to draw up the customer's design but I didn't this time because it seemed so very clear. ...ya know, I made a big mistake here, but how you recover from a mistake I feel is the measure of a business or a person... ...sooooo..... {Grin}...

    So I'm going to remake the ring, with a longer pattern, redrawn so that the weight of the lines is more uniform on the ends. I'm also going to take the inside yellow rail that I built into the first one and basically make it as narrow as possible too... Longer by a significant distance now, with less sizing area in the back... Here is your ring Greg, in the metal, notice how far around the pattern goes... Ray had this art re imaged, the pattern is now deeper and more defined. Check it out and give us some feedback..."TGIF"< Here's the new ring Greg! Finely tuned and much better resolution. Wider pattern yields better resolution, and so we have a ring that is both interesting as well as finely defined, and more distinct. I like mucho better, hope you do too :)
  • Tim Hill in England has a fine diamond/celtic ring to remember!!!
    While crafted in the new world the old world charm of the celtic designs shines thru this project. Studded withh small diamonds, like dew drops on a leaf, this shimmer and dances, to the sounds of celtic intertwined unbroken knott work. A lovely way to say "I love you" indeed, a symbol fitting a world class relationship indeed!
  • Dave Gallas & his lovely bride have platinum fantastic ring now :)
    I must admit, I think this is the finest customer drawn art that I've gotten, and perhaps that is because the process, the rings, the molds and the result is as fine as any ring that has cleared the deck here... Bold and beautiful, this is another fine example of ornate and cool, the best of the best celtic patterned wedding rings belong to the Galas family...
  • Coleen Thayer's building a white gold wonders!!!
    Oh yeah, bold celtic knott patter alert, with framing white gold rails. Bold and excitingly different in a world of the mundane, designed to enjoy a lifetime and more. A his and her's set that is another good reason to bookmark this site, yes?!?
  • Jeff has an impressive celtic ring ready to view..
    We finished several many celtics today, This is one of the best for sure.. I've lightly antiqued this as well, and that shot will soon grace the page too, and I do like the slightly darkened background better for the design is more defined and "cool"... technical term there, sorry {Grin}... So, pictured with one rail attached, and one rail loose, when soldered together, or worn together, the set becomes symmetrical and stunning... Here's the antiqued version! I just love the lightly antiqued celtics, for the design is contrasted so very well...
  • We are trying out a few new styles of engraving on platinum...
    Tell us what you think of this wonderful example of classic european hand engraving.. We can do this on many styles of rings...
  • Peter Reily is wondering' what the heck is going on?!? Yes it has been a while Peter, but I had to re-image that center section for the wider version, and so without any added delay (drum roll please), here is the center section of the platinum ring, not yet finished or with the platinum rails attached, but everything is moving along nicely for a killer result... So set back and relax, we're building something with flavor and exceptional taste... The raw cast rails in the final shot are still rough, note the side cutter sprue cut off {Grin}... ...but I wanted to show you you'd not been forgotten Peter :)
  • Segan requested a platinum ring with trillion sapphire accent stones
    Ray immediately set these sapphires in a ring we happened to have in stock, so this si another platinum engraved bueaty, ready to ship in record time...
  • Brian requested 1/2 bezels for the accent stones, with an ovalcenter diamond
    We found a set of really nicely matched sapphires to put into the platinum ring we created for Brian, let us know how much you love it, she's ready to ship...
  • Kevin has a platinum chain, and a new diamond pendent, ready to roll
    Platinum chains feel really neat, a little heavier, and much stronger. The 1.231 E Internally flawless diamond looks pretty "perfect" also...
  • Mr. Oat has a celtic ring ready to roll
    This is another pattern we re imaged to get better definition, we never stop improving these rings...This magnificent example proves it!! Michael is one of my favorite past customers, we built him a stunning platinum engagement ring, flanked with fine rubies, and now micheal has a world class ring... He called a moment ago from a sailboat on the River in Washington DC, and since micheal works for NBC TV in the sattelite division I suppose I should not have been surprised to hear "drop the sails and let's log on via the uplink"... Michael, you are a special man, in a special world, may this ring bring you happiness and delight forever... yer the man Michael, yer the man!
  • Chris, here is the waxes made to go with your existing ring
    Sounds like we may start with a standard band on yours, Hers will be a platinum form fitting band... Update Rather than have a "thicker at the top" we're going back to the wax bench for a uniform thickness and slightly lighter weight. This will really help to make the bezel and diamond the visual center of this ring. What a ring this will be too, and what a set...
  • Alex wanted a band to match her awesome engraved ring we already made for her...
    Yes, Ray can match nearly any ring with a wedding band, especially fun when we get to do both... Ray here... I guess that I always have felt that it's those extra touches and detail that make for elegant jewelry, so it was really fun to engrave this to match the engagement ring... I like the leaf style patterns bordered with millgrain, which can be done on all but the most narrow of shanks for a taste and flavor that is special. Pleasure working with you to complete the set... Enjoy guys!!!
  • Kerin Almand has a smashingly fine engagement ring we built,
    One for which we are designing a wedding band for too. Here's the engagement ring with the added 6 fullcut diamonds to the roundells, for an added dramatic flair and sparkle... Shown is a wax with 6 princesscuts, and various round diamonds supplied by the client... We can either go this direction, now that there are rounds in the engagement ring this is a "natural"... Or we can go with princesscuts times ten for a slightly different look... I'm going to call you now about this, but the result of all this work will be some we can both be proud of... ...and that is the mission! THEY ARE DONE!!!!, although I will miss Kerin's e-mails, I am pleased to present her finished wedding set... We had lots of fun designing these with Kerin, a one of a kind, custom, hand engraved platinum wedding set, ready before the wedding, special, eh?
  • John has a new gold celtic ring ready to go!!
    We re imaged the pattern for this ring, notice how the design is now more defined, this is one of the finest examples of our celtic line to date...Tell us you love it John, we are ready to ship...
  • Cindi Benfer has twin matching engraved/millgrained comfortfit bands!
    For a ring that is delicate, to complement your elegant engagement ring we started with perfect comfort fit platinum band rings. Next a border was hand cut for the millgrain line, and then the engraving down the center started. I think that you will really love these too, for I take the time to make them both dramatic yet smooth, detailed yet comfortable and easy wear... Another dream come true, dream big grasshopper's... ...you can actually afford to here... {Grin}...
  • Tom has a new set of celtic wedding bands ready to ship
    2 tone and very well defined patterns here, on her ring, the existing band she has will serve as one of the rails..nifty, eh?.... This is the "Chip" pattern, in a bold 5mm center, framed with bold accent 18Kt rails... Strongly and elegantly pattern, for a lifetime of enjoyment... Celtic woven ropes symbolize the inter-twined lives of the bearers, unbroken knott designs are so cool!
  • Hey Patti, Here's that 11 diamond princesscut wax, for a stunning effect
    By using 11 stones you have a center diamond that is the focus of the ring, so I'd strongly recommend this look... I used 2.5mm princesscuts (approx 0.10 ct each) for a total weight just at 1.10 carats... This ring used "VS-F-G" stones too for ultra clean and very well matched indeed. Takes about two weeks for our best platinum efforts... What say you Patti, shall we make another dream come true for you?!? Rock and roll :)
  • Jeff Saunders has a new wedding set ready to go!
    Both rings in 18kt yellow gold, and a 4 prong tiffany style platinum crown to hold the diamond, The cathedral type ring really accentuates the center stone.. This is the newly modified ring set, ready to go The rings match much better now, the "wings" have been modified as per your request, tell us you love it, and we are ready to ship...
  • David Rager has a wax ready..matched to your existing ring, this will be an awesome set of rings...
    The ring will finish a little smaller than shown, so the rings will be very similar in width, let us know how you like it so far David...
  • Tane Russell has a new platinum and diamond highly engraved ring ready..
    This ring is ready to ship to sweden as soon as you tell us you love it Tane!! We set the stones low as per you request, and hand engraved to your spec's as well, Have you got the date and address for us yet?
  • Jason, your wax is ready for the 1.19 ct pearshape diamond
    Soon to be in platinum, matched pearshape accent diamonds also..watch for the completed ring, it will be incredible... The shape is so classic and symmetrical, this ring is fated to be another wonderful example of what we are all about. Ultra fine jewelry and diamonds, and at a real person's budget. I hate the fact that special order and custom is generally marked up 250-300%, making marginal quality and afford ability issues which are limiting factors. It frankly also means that stores rarely ask shops to "make their best efforts," which you will quickly see is our default minimum here :) Jason has a new platinum ring ready to go!!
    With 3 pearshape diamonds, set very securely in his custom platinum ring, another "instant heirloom", tell us what you think Jason!!!
  • Joe Puglia's platinum engraved tulip crown solitaire is ready,
    Yeah, so you start with a lovely tulip ring and take the time and care to engrave carefully to enhance the shape. The top view is interesting and ornate, but the side view highlights the crown and the shape of this lovely ring. Is this not amazing??? This ring was in parts this morning, and today this is ready to rock someone's world... Quality parts make for every bit as fine a ring as possible, no compromises need to be made.
  • Marc decided to have his band be a 2 tone also, with a marquise diamonds set into the ring...What do you think Marc? a great looking ring, made to last a lifetime Marc wanted to add a couple of roundells to make his ring exactly what he wanted We can adjust nearly any ring to make it personally yours... Just because it only comes from the factory with the two upper roundells, we just added the lower to to make it ideal. Not every job is a custom job, if I can save you money I will... Imagine that!?!
  • Heather's lovely 18kt mounting with a pear shaped center stone and finely matched baguettes
    Hand engraved buy Ray himself! extraordinary isn't it! The attention to detail and craftmenship are very obvious in this ring. This is one you wont find ANYWHERE else. Get ready to be amazed Heather.!!! Ray here, "I want you to look close at the engraving when you get this"... This really came out nicely, showing that we can take the flavor of a ring you saw done with a round, and indeed not only "use" a different shape stone, but make it seem perfectly ideal... "Cool huh?!?" {Grin}... Heather's 18kt mounting with a pear shaped Diamond center stone set securely and engraved all the way around!!! Heather's 18kt mens ring is also ready to wear, with a couple more shots of Heathers mixed in...
  • Bjorn is having a 5 diamond ring made in 18kt yellow gold
    This will be a very wearable ring that still has lots of sparkle, with 5 stones at approx. 0.20 ct each, an "eyeball sandwich" as Ray would say... Bjorn has 2 rings ready to ship..her ring is designed very well, and looks awesome in yellow gold..his ring is very cool also in a 2 tone..
  • Sage Merchant has a new "sparkily" in cool platinum :)
    Designed to please, and built to last a lifetime, a platinum eternity ring with just an extra dash of the interesting. Sage's other platinum ring is ready to view, baguettes with a princess center stone. :)
  • Harrell, I think we got it this time, stronger and more rounded,"Cathedral" style The bottom right picture is with a 3/4 ct. center stone. Mr. Watkins wanted the style of the platinum #4397A, only with a more rounded shank
    Once again, he just pointed at the style he wanted, and said can you change a few things. YES, if you see something similar to what you want, we will make the changes to make your "dream ring" a reality. Harrell had a custom version made of his earlier choice. A stronger rendition of the other ring, with larger "wings" on the ring, extra rounded per Harrells request.
  • A Graduation present from Mom & from Dad...
    To the "love of their life", they just wanted to say,
    So they ask for a custom ring made by ole Ray
    I engraved this for you, and will send it today...
    I'm so sorry it's late, for graduation day...

    Just as detailed and ornate, as the one I made before,
    With a lovely sapphire, with vivid blues and more,
    Flanked by white trillions, and engraved, it is quite a treat!
    I think all but the deadline, every mark this will meet...

    But long after you've left halls and books all behind,
    The beauty and detail I hope you shall find,
    Makes you smile and think warmly of your Mom and yer Dad,
    ...and what a wonderful graduation day today that you had... :)
    Ray *Happy graduation day!!!!

    A beautiful platinum and emerald ring ready for Daniel!!
    Platinum and accent baguettes, hand engraved to give the ring style and flair, a new home for an awesome emerald. ...and do look closely at the engraving too, all hand engraved by Ray here in our in-house workshop. Trim and smart, that emerald has got to be happy, in it's new platinum penthouse home...
  • Kerin, your ring is ready!!engraved platinum with princess cut diamond accents
    Ray captured the style we defined, detailed, yet not too ornate. Tell me what you think, we will start your matching band next, using the stones you supplied. Here is the wax of a matching band, this will be set with princess cut and round diamonds
    Once the ring is cast and finished, they will be the same width, and with matching engraving it will be a set of world class custom rings.
  • Ryan has a new "tulip" solatiare, 18kt shank and platinum crown
    This is a great new style of ring, available in all the diamonds shapes, sturdy prongs that resemble a flower, holding in the diamond, looks good, eh Ryan?
  • John has created an incredible platinum and diamond engraved masterpiece of a ring
    This is another example of the engraving done by Jerome, and this picture, while nice, is the faintest shadow of the detailed and elaborate engraving, in the finest european tradition. Combining the roundells with the delicately engravedd shank, shiny under galleries and prongs. A ring of many contrasts, and eternal classic being born... More pictures with the stones set, Sooooo much detail here, soon to be on Sharon's hand
  • Bjorn is having a 5 diamond ring made in 18kt yellow gold
    This will be a very wearable ring that still has lots of sparkle, with 5 stones at approx. 0.20 ct each, an "eyeball sandwich" as Ray would say...
  • A Necklace for his wife, to celebrate their boat :)
    Yup, Ken, we're going to make this in two stages, sawing out the "star" and "Island" from yellow gold plate stock, and the white star from 14Kt gold white plate. Just like the Logo on the boat and you can bet that the gals at the yacht club are gonna want one of these!!! Once we're sure that she's lovin' this we're going to 'pave diamonds into the star... Right now this is fantastic, and another great example of how dreams can come true...
  • This is a ring we have in stock. platinum and 18kt with baguette accent diamonds
    This ring can be had for a mere $1000 dollars, it is possible to change out the crown to a pear shape also.. ...but not just any ring, this is a delicate platinum ring, trimmed with tapered baguettes, and trimmed with 18Kt gold... Most cool, and an affordable no compromise cool platinum ornate ring awaits...
  • Ted, this is a new wax replica of your ring.
    This could very quickly become a 2 tone ring, let me know Ted, we are ready to move.. Delicate by design, and a most lovely wear daily result is to be expected. This will soon be in metal,we rounded the shoulders more for you. We can make the adjustments to the crown also as needed.
  • Built to Ahmeds specifications, for a magnificent result
    A wonderful ring, strong and substantial and built to last a lifetime, and be enjoyed every second of that time. Pearshapes in low rising bezels and a finely crafted upper platinum section. Another timeless classic and fine example of what we bring to internet. Sanity in fine jewelry!

    Ahmed is having a marquise and pearshape ring being created
    The shank will be 18kt gold, the center of the ring will be platinum. An excellent style that holds the stones very well and looks great. Note the slightly elevated side pearshapes, framing the center and blending into the shank. Strong and smart with six prongs and v-caps, this is a wear daily/enjoy every second ring in the making. Hey Yahoo?!? You watching this guys and gals?!?
  • I just got one of the coolest letters ever :)
    Rick has a couple of engraved rings ready to match his existing ring. Done now, I hope that these lovely, bordered laurel leaf design engraved rings bring you the happiness that your lovely referral letter brings me. I measure success by my customer's reactions and enjoyment, and I am a very proud man today... Enjoy guys :)

    Rick's ring is done, set with the 1.31 carat "F-Internally Flawless", "Actually Rick has had this one awhile".
    So here's the massive effort, another elaborately hand engraved ring by yours truly, Here we have an 18Kt body with a platinum crown, split prong effect to enhance the look. Fine tapered matched baguettes grace this ring, and shamelessly pictured up very close.
  • A pair of 18kt white gold celtic rings to die for!!!
    Victor, these came out even better than usual! and the light was just right to capture the detail in the engraving..
  • Joanne has 2 platinum rings that are completed, these rings are BEAUTIFUL!!! I had to turn down the brightness to even look at these 2...
    Joanne has a platinum ring engraved beyond compare!!!
    Ray spent most of the day on this one..The detail is magnificent.. Triple rows of milligrain, baguettes and rounds...watch out for this one Joanne.. The baguettes are framed with millgrain, which after the row transitions into the leaf style, bordered for a trim look. Delicate engraving on the prongs...
  • Justin wanted "greek" engraving
    Although we dont speak greek, we got Jerome to engrave it for Justin. Once again we made a dream ring come true, I am sure many places told him it couldn't be done..with clear instructions, we can make nearly anything!!!
  • Gail is having some custom rings made! this is the ruby engagement mount before engraving
    Gail actually took the time to send us a sculpture of this ring so we could get it right, This ring is very nice already, with the added detail of engraving, and matching his and hrs bands, this will be a set to remember, watch for updates... Gail Newcomb is considering a massively cool project...
    If the ruby floating in the center cut-out, displayed wonderfully yet protected, weren't enough, soon we're going to engrave a delicate pattern on the shank, to complete the 14Kt gold fantasy... yet another killer custom job, on the alternative jeweler's site... One more for the real people!
  • Jason... {Grin} While unusual, I did say I could "build anything" soooo....
    When you first ran this past me I must admit I was somewhat amused, and the design does stand nicely on it's own... I'm sure that this is not going to show up in any "ancient book of celt".. I really like photoetch because it allows me to use the customer's art, and do it there way.
  • Maura, Imagine a celtic ring with a row of princesscut sapphires!,
    The design has been split and a section added for the princesscut sapphires, which will set as low as the point on the base of the stone allows. I shall then recut the lines after setting the stones, and the pattern will appear more like it frames the stones than a stuck on look... Another fine ring in the process of being born...
  • Parrish wanted a platinum pendant to hold diamonds
    and what a pendant indeed! A delicate and intricate design, a woven look and a styling way to set any stone. Soon, I'll set the smaller diamonds into the design, in much the same way that I set the wedding ring that I just built for her. Sort of a matched set brewing here folks, and how cool it is!!!
  • A set of Celtic rings for Kim Tuccio!!
    His is wider in 18kt gold, hers is platinum, both came out very well. The distinctive knotwork pattern, finely crafted and ready to wear for lifetime..
  • Randy wanted an engraved platinum setting for his 2 ct. princess cut diamond
    We just happened to have the ring he wanted in stock, check out this killer ring....With matching accent baguettes on the sides, and highly engraved, it doesn't get any better. Ray here, I just got this ready to make an offering for the two carat princesscut lover, delicately engraved and millgrained, with four finely matched baguettes! A steal at $1500 US... I believe this is right at 0.35 Carats, and the detail is quite amazing... Enjoy Randy, and I know she will as well :)
  • Ben wanted a platinum and diamond ring wrap, here it is!!!
    This little beauty will fit around there existing solitaire, to give the look of diamonds all the way across the finger. what say you Ben..
  • Louis Lanier's Platinum Fantasy Ring is nearly complete!
    With a blend of engraving styles, a bold strongly ornate hand engraved design, this ring takes a back seat to no other. Now fully millgrained for that fine interesting edging, and I indeed did cut a line on the side of the crown, where the shank connects, to define the prong, and I engraved a line pattern to contrast the center area. Not much left to do save make that gal of yers crazy Louis, I have a feeling she'll be walking' on the ceiling real soon now :) A close up shot of the engraving and stuff, but again, it's hard to really do this justice with vid-snaps...Here's the ring set!!!
  • Heather, the wax is ready, pearshape center with matched baguettes..
    This ring will be 18kt gold, and highly engraved.Starting with the Romero ring. Large roundells and a solid shank, The palette for Ray's engraving..Another classic example of "fine jewelry"...what say you, heather? *Ray breaking' in here for a moment"... This is a style which is both classic and exciting, and I engrave each one to be a family heirloom. The bold roundells turn into the most perfect canvas for engraving, and the shank carries it all the way home... Many examples abound in these pages of this design, light and delicate for smaller centers, and bold and powerful for diamonds like this 2.40 carat fancy GIA yellow Internally Flawless we built. ...and the beat goes on... {Grin}
  • Stephanie has a new platinum ring ready!!
    Starting with a standard platinum ring, adding princess cut diamonds instead of rounds, the result is the ring Stephanie wanted. Note how very nicely the princesscuts fill in the spaces which were suppose to have round diamonds set? I like the modification greatly, for all square edged stones and the rails/bars all make this a most interesting and geometric look... Does it get better? "I ask ya?!?
  • Pat wibbeler wants a matching band, in platinum. to accent the engagement diamond ring
    This will fit together nicely, with a slightly domed top, the pair will match very well... When you think custom and special order you should logically remember tradeshop.com and these pages... Compare prices and value, you are not buying the name of the store, and likely that nice salesperson won't come home with you either, so why pay more???
  • Kerin's ring is nearly ready...
    The style of the "Kushmer"wax, with a princess cut center stone, a lovely ring, 1/2 way done.. OOOooh but not just another ring here, for this is paved with princesscuts, and surely the path leads to happiness for a lifetime, All symmetrical and tight, this is a compact and lovely pattern, well defined and set up for a home run!!! This one is going over the left field wall man, in jewelry this is one fine "grand slam!"
  • Chip has a platinum celtic ready to go!
    This ring turned out just beautiful! In fact it is so beautiful , we had to shoot it again.. tell us what you think Chip... Platinum is such a cool and heavy metal, it's a sure bet that this lovely ring will please for a lifetime, and perhaps more :)
  • Sandy has a new 14kt gold ring WITHOUT the side diamonds
    The color change of this stone has to be seen to be appreciated! Sandy has a new 14kt gold ring, with accent diamonds in place around the Alexandrite Oval!!! Sandy is having a chatham alexandrite set in a 14kt gold mounting Sandy wanted to see a chatham Alexandrite although I cannot catch the color change that happens with this stone, I did capture several of the colors that reside in this incredible gemstone, let us know what you think Sandy... To see a better view of chatam emeralds check out this project! The chatham emerald offer all the look (quite better actually) and are both perfectly matched as well as affordable too. Lab grown, but massively fine for most fine jewelry projects, this is a great way to go!!!

    Killer Engraved Ring Alert!!!
    Cool doesn't have to cost and arm and a leg, and nice attention to detail needn't either. I engraved this today, and had a great time taking a basic standard ring and making it into another delicate fantasy ring... Enjoy!!!
  • Scott Kramarich, your wax is ready already, this will be incredible in platinum
    Capturing the look of the ring you suggested, this is an exact representation of the ring in the wax. Tell us you love it and we will have it cast up for you!!!!

    Here's yer finished Ring guys!!! A real treat to do this job, I just love the delicate look and the substantial weight, for I do not lighten out my products, I leave all the weight and quality in for my clients :) Ships today!!!
  • Greg Drumm has a ring being built in platinum :)
    A most delicate wedding ring, laden with five diamonds, perfectly matched for a solid diamond top look, soon to be cast in killer platinum for a massively fine look. Sometimes it's custom that is called for to get things simply perfect, so worry not about seeing exactly what you want in these pages, we can build anything once defined... So, this is off to the platinum casting early today, want to touch down with Greg once more, but we're well on the way today :)

    Here's the finished Platinum Wedding Ring Greg! So very well designed to ride low, be smart and easy to wear for daily enjoyment. Much stronger and heavier than the stock standard rings we sell, you'll love the difference, and see why custom is King here!
  • Cayte has a new ring ready!!! pretty quick eh?
    This is another example of a fast, 14kt gold, basket crowned solitaire, for a delicate yet substantial low daily wear ring...we do a few jobs that aren't so custom. Let us know what you want and we can build it!!!
  • Russ Riedmueller's ultra platinum fantasy ring is ready to see guys!!!!!
    Take a finer than fine GIA "Fancy Yellow" Internally Flawless 2.40 Carat, flanked with twin princesscuts, in the 0.65 carat each neighborhood, and stir together with a fine single piece platinum casting, Russ purchased these diamonds from me in a marvelous simple mounting, and from the beginning we've planned to set them into a platinum penthouse worthy of these ultra stones... Rock and roll, how big can "you" dream?!?
  • Marc, your ring is ready!!!Platinum, gold and diamonds
    Slightly raised from the platinum body in v-caps and partial bezels, layered look with an 18Kt trim. A fine marquise graces the center of this ring, and the applied 18Kt rail gives it a warm cheerful tone.
  • Martin!!, The rings are ready, you will have them tomorrow!!!!
    Martin, this is the wax mold that will be in platinum for you very soon
    These will fit so very nicely to the engagement ring, and will fluff out the trio of rings rather than make them awkward or too bulky... Nice set of rings coming up, another masterful solution, and affordable too... Imagine that!
  • Jackson has a set of celtic rings Done!!!
    Jackson Cheng is having cool celtic rings made
    Just for the heck of it I decided to show you the plate process, where I take the design to the metal master. Next I make a mold after rounding and "poof" soon you have cool rings, in exact widths and art you want... "Cool, huh?" Moving things right along, more on these celtic rings in just a bit :) Did I mention that there is an entire celtic page yet?
  • Denise, your ring is done!!!, Ray did his magic, and your diamond is set, ready to wear
    Denise Kaltenbacher had a ring build last week :)
    This is a platinum bodied wonder ring here folks, with fine hand engraving and detail beyond my humble shameless attempts, and my video skills, so I offer this to you guys, Russ and Nichole... If you like this flavor, she sure did, then we can take that
  • WoW, we have the matching band ring done in platinum, built to match an existing antique heirloom
    also check out the tuned up engraving on the original ring!!!Our hand engraver Jerome did a great job..
    John Paris is building a delicate matching platinum wedding band...
    So, we're going to make this a form fitted ring, and finely engrave as the original engagement ring is, setting 7 diamonds into well defined flatsetting as shown... Nice and solid, and trim, this will be the perfect companion ring for this lovely blast from the past... Ready o rock and roll on this end, how about on that end???
  • Louis Lanier is almost finished, another platinum fantasy
    We have a smashingly fine platinum mounting, a wonderful custom mounting that will soon be hand engraved, in the traditional european hand engraver's style. A wonderful "canvas" for sure here, another fine inside view of the process in action, custom is a series of quality steps, each critical, for a quality result. Louis??? Paper or Plastic??? {Grin}...
  • Donald Magrogan is having stunning platinum rings made!!!
    Complex and ornately inter-twined ropes are the basis for this pattern, and while I do indeed leave a sizing area so the pattern doesn't suffer with local talent sizing in the future, note how nicely the ends are done, leaving the ropes unbroken and inter-twined still. The gal's ring will be cast Wednesday, and we are on track, on schedule and this pattern is... "Woof!" {Grin}...
  • Another incredible set of celtic rings, this time in 18kt gold
    The definition of the detail on these rings is simply marvelous!!! A matched set of rings that symbolize the intertwined lives of their owners. Sharply defined, and a wonderful symbol both fine celtic design as well as simply beautiful...
  • This is a replica of the Venice cup world champion bridge trophy
    Only 15 americans in history have won this cup, and they have to give it back at the end of the year. Our customer that had this piece commissioned will be a winner forever, we do make much more than rings. Just define the project well and we can make nearly anything you want. Lots of the credit on this one has to go to Tim, our incredible wax carver, working from just a photo he created this trophy in 14kt gold.
  • Jeff has an awesome new platinum and 18kt "tulip" solitaire ready
    This is another example of cool solitaires that can be had virtually overnight. If you have a due date coming up quickly, to much to do before the big day..Pick a diamond and a solitaire for the wedding, etc.. Then after your life has calmed down, return the solitaire for a refund and have us create the custom mounting you always wanted, without the rush or hassles involved with last minute details
  • Celtic 2 tone and a bezel set diamond, An incredible set of rings for Cameron
    These 2 rings are all 14kt gold, with a .30 ct diamond, the detail is difficult to show on the web. When the light plays off of the pattern, you can really see the detail these rings have on them..
  • Another awesome celtic set, ready to ship, these 2 are for the Haig's
    On these rings we had the pattern be a similar width and adjusted the size of the rails. 2 tone rings with the raised edge to protect the detail of the pattern, shown before the finish is applied to the background.
  • Debra Delmonaco has a bold, powerful, platinum ring, ready to wear as soon as the center stone is set..
    Debra Delmonaco is thinking about a bold, powerful, platinum ring :)
    We think that she just might have something here!!! Based on the smooth channelset easy wear construction, fans of elegantly matched straight baguette diamonds flank this most impressively large emerald cut... Also channelset with bold rails, with and eye for design and beauty... You could wear out a pair of Nike's running around to find anything half as nice, for twice as much... If you like math, you have got to love that equation. ...and if you love fine jewelry as does Debra, then yer gonna love following this most impressive thread... Not just a ring here, but rather a mission :)
  • Carl, your ring is finished and ready to ship!!
    > Karl Garcia's woven platinum wax is done, again...
    Built this a while back for Karl but it got lost, so we're making it over again in the same style and flavor as before... Note that the wax is dramatically sculptured rather than simply a suggestion of a weave, we have a killer look here and once Karl says "GO FOR IT!" then it's on the way to another platinum killer project :) Woven platinum look, very cool! Carl Garcia's woven platinum wax is done, again...
    Built this a while back for Karl but it got lost, so we're making it over again in the same style and flavor as before... Note that the wax is dramatically sculptured rather than simply a suggestion of a weave, we have a killer look here and once Karl says "GO FOR IT!" then it's on the way to another platinum killer project :)
  • Carl Wilcox saw a ring on my site, and had to have one like it :)
    Platinum and trillions combine to frame this lovely radiant cut diamond, and the engraving is like frosting on a cake, a delicate millgrained border all around the shank, and the prongs on the trillions ornately decorated... They wanted a less elaborate design on the ring, so here's where I am thus far. how am I doing guys?!? {Grin}
  • Hand engraving in the classic european style!!!
    Mike has been waiting quite awhile for these rings, this caliber of project takes several weeks to complete. But what a project!!! Note the recessed background, all done by hand... This is an elaborate and delicate pattern, masterful in design and execution. This doesn't happen in regular jewelry venues folks, you're lookin' at something quite unique here. Imagination doesn't sell the stuff in the cases, special order and custom are generally avoided in favor of selling what the cases hold. The creativity and skill involved in making these 2 platinum rings goes far beyond average. We can do something like this for you too, I would plan on at least a month though to be safe.
  • Custom ring on the way for Marc Courts This ring will soon be holding a .50 ct. E-VS1 marquise diamond, in platinum with gold accents. The body of the ring will be platinum, and the ridge down the center of the shank will be 18Kt gold, for a killer combined metal look, and another winner for Tradeshop Inc. Not just jewelry but rather a mission to make top quality affordable and avoid the counter-babble and stuffed toys these days that substitute for quality and value in the malls. More than just business, this is a mission for real people, and protecting their best interests. Tell us how you like it and we will get it cast for you pronto!!!
  • Louis has an even newer style of lovely platinum ring ready to go :)with a few modifications, this is it!!!
    Louis Lanier has a new style of lovely platinum ring almost ready to go :)
    The wax is ready, check it out and e-mail us to tell us how much you love it.. (He did:) Based on one of my wonderful stock platinum mountings, which we cut the top out of and installed a fine basket crown perfect for the customer's new diamond. But custom was the final route here. See, almost any ring I have is modifiable, as I hope this example shows. Here's a way to get all the look of custom, tailored to the individual stone, in an elaborate and interesting housing... ...more the platinum penthouse I suppose, but you do get the idea,yes? Here's those newer shots, close ups of the fine way that the crown joins the center crown.
  • Russ Riedmueller bought a 2.40 Internally Flawless natural yellow radiant cut diamond
    So, how do you make a ring the equal of this massively fine diamond??? A highly ornate ring sounds like the perfect way to go... I make many of the engraved rings, and for this job I feel that this is perfect. This ring will be power! ...and very trim as well, for we have banked the nearly 3/4 carat side stones, and while only a size 5 this will be trim, bold and very wearable and enjoyable daily... Designed to please, engineered to be elegant...
  • Chris Reeves likes a bold mounting that protects the stone
    Once we drop in the center platinum crown after this is cast we'll have another fine example of a classic winged solitaire, where the diamond sets very lever with the top, at 7mm wide at the top, and tapering gently, this will be another lovely reason never to pay retail prices again... What say you Chris??? Ready to rock yer world :)
  • Steve Gurney's Wax is done already!!!
    A fantastic channelset platinum ring will soon be made here, with matched "VS=E-F" princesscuts for a sweet and trim wedding ring. Nice tight pack, from top down this will be a solid sheet of diamonds, what a cool look!!! What say you Steve... Are we headed to metal???

  • Band Rings to match the highly ornate engraved engagement rings!!!
    A lovely way to go is to capture the shank design, that repeating laurel leaf pattern that graces the shanks of the fantasy rings I engrave. Shown is a standard comfort-fit band, add $150 and I'll engrave it to your tastes... Cool way to make matching bands for sure, and since I sell the platinum bands for half the price they are also affordable as well :)
  • Randall Durand's ring I just remade...
    A slight flaw in the plate made the pattern just a bit distorted in places, so I re-shot the art, made the mold over and "Poof" we have another 18Kt celtic beauty that is built using customer's art. There's an entire celtic page you know... Little joy-bombs being planted, and delivered via FEDEX going off all over the planet delights us endlessly... For our clients avoid bloated markups, and get top quality... ..."does it get any better???"
  • Brian Bollinger's ring is done as well!!!
    What to say but "How cool!" Here's a ring from my "Cool Platinum Rings" catalog, making the ring very inexpensive as well as very high quality. Based on the classic split shank, and basket crowns, for a killer look!... Shown with sapphires and ready to wear, I think it was never about how much you spent, it should have always been about quality and value, jewelry should not be the exception. Here it is not :)
  • BettyKay had me build a platinum fantasy ring, with princesscut sapphires
    So, you want to see yer ring huh?!? Built to enjoy for a lifetime, she ordered the ring before even selecting the diamond, and knowing the range is all I needed to construct a platinum penthouse home for this most interesting of rings. Boldly ornate and elegant by design, surely this will please a lifetime, and more, for this is built to last, and built
  • Charles Powell's set of rings is done here too,
    but now in the two tone that he wanted... We had about four sets of twin baguette rings going at the same time, one with platinum, one single color and... ...but anyway, here's a lovely ring built to last, lovely and styling, a wonderfully fine ring in two tone here, shipping today :) ...another "joy bomb" from the uni-jewelers {Grin}...
  • Jeff Miller's lovely rings are done!!!
    Now in a six prong crown! Tapered baguettes times four on the engagement ring, and three lovely baguettes for the center, and even though the center straight baguettes is closer to 0.20 carats than the 0.10 carat I planned, I wanted this to end just right, and that stone to span the center of the design in the wedding ring more than to stick to the bid... ...so I make a bit less, but you have no compromise cool rings, built to last and built just right... This morning we we're ready to ship and realised that we'd planned for a six prong crown, so I sat right down and two hours later "poof"... The top row is the new shots from this afternoon, and the lower from this morning :) Amazing, right?!?
  • The original ring, and the new matching bands in rose gold.
    A great story of an heirloom, that needed matching rings for the wedding on saturday... The wedding bands in rose gold, the engagement in the wax

    Amy is having matching rose gold wedding bands made... Here's the waxes
    Using a nice faceted look to the band and accenting the centers of the rings with diagonally set princesscut diamonds... The stones will set right into the metal, making the need for a bezel non-existant, cool for daily wear too. Thank Gary for that idea, we'll make this smooth, interesting in rose gold, and affordably your :) What say you folks, shall we move to the next stage???
  • Classic wedding set with tulip style crown for Judy Yes, we have more than just platinum here, this is a 18kt and platinum set for the 0.51 ct. F-SI1 marquise. We can make these quickly and cost effectively, what can we build for you today???...
    This is the custom solitaire solution in 18kt gold to match the other ring.
    Here's that "Buff Shank" for the solitaire look man...
    Here's a lovely ring we just built with princesscuts, and the standard solitaire looks a bit thin and spindly against it... Soooo, we're taking a 3mm comfort fit ring for the new shank, and installing the crown for a much buffer and plush look, simply lovely against the ring :) We could also carve a wax that is exactly the same thickness as the wedding band, growing at the top the same thickness, but this is a way to go that is lovely, bolder to match the look batter and set flusher against the wedding ring :) What say you Adam??? Shall I set this right now??? The ring is Done!!! Here is the finished ring ready to ship..
    This is a 1 ct. total weight band, with a comfort fit inside and rounded edges to make the ring smooth and easy to wear, in rich 18kt yellow gold, will be an awesome ring to behold.. Let us know how much you love the wax....
  • John, check out the tuned up gallery detail This ring has an immense amount of detail, follow the thread to see each step of the process.
    Jackie, the ring is finished !!! More engraving than ever before, this ring is Awesome!!! Jackie, you ring is getting there!!
    John called earlier for an update, here it is in a visual representation!! Platinum and diamonds in an awesome ring. Tell us how much you like it... (Groan! And you folks complain about my spelling, "how about Gary's context?!?!" ...anyway, a lovely and amazing ring is being born in front of yer eyes... Grab the cigars and call the relatives!!! We're gonna have a magically arrival in the family any time now :)
  • Andrew Sawley is having a cool 7mm platinum & 18Kt ring made!
    Here's we have the cool of the cool, using first a 7mm 18Kt band ring, comfort-fit and a half round platinum 5mm center, a tight fit right now, and soon we can either solder this together, and either high polish the 18Kt trim, or engrave it, millgrain it or... {Grun}... This is a nice "lush weight" and while more expensive than-->->->the standard 6mm flavor I sell if ya put them side by side there is no comparison... Quality is visible, and you can also feel it as well :)

    Andrew's Plush Platinum/18Kt Ring is done :)
    This is 7mm wide and boldy and wonderfully detailed, but wait, there's more!!! It's possible to engrave that yellow border with a modest pattern, I believe that you had shared an idea for that already so I'll refer to that and chat with ya before we do that... ...but here's the body of the ring, and what a body!!! {Grin}...
    The hinterland will warm up real soon now, when this lovely ring makes it's entrance into their lives. Platinum substantial, very bold and very unique, and engraved in the traditional european hand engraved style, for a classic treasure and wonder effect. Exciting to be a part of all these quality projects, for the retail trade never really appreciated fine work much. It was always the "mission" to empty the jewelry cases, not offer exciting and cost effect alternatives to it... As the sun sets tonight if you were in the black forest, and sat very very still, you'd probably hear a "Whoop! Whoop!" rebounding thru the glens and meadows... ...and it just might be Gerta when she see's this ready to rock :)
  • Dawn Waldren, here's yer finished ring!!!!
    Here's the lovely ring, and all the center diamonds are set quite low for a easy wear daily enjoyable ring, the marquise are set into the body of the ring, no prongs to snag and set smart. Took a while to identify the design but once we had the style it was sure that we are on the way to another amazing ring... I love working in gold, some think we only do platinum here... They are wrong :)
  • Engraved Elaborate 18Kt with trillions for the princesscut!!!
    One of the great joys of my web site is that I can build things just because I want too, and here's a fine ring that is sure to please the princesscut lover, in the two carat flavor this is killer. Very ornate and engraved, a ring you can enjoy daily... Sorry for setting this in the customer area, but I wanted all to know that my jewelry specials page will be growing full of things I make here, alternatives to the mundane...
  • Classic Engagement Platinum New Stock Ring :)
    Here's a cool ring that we just cast today, platinum with roundells all ready to either engrave or set the stone and highly polish. Very tailored and nearly infinite possibilities await. We can set the plates between the roundells and center crown with small round diamonds, flatset, or engrave that section. We can install tapered baguettes or... {Grin}... ...why what ever way pleases you of course :) Crisp mounting here, available in gold or platinum, two tone or... {Grin}... Again, any way that pleases you at all :)
  • Celtic Designs are very cool, intertwined herons pattern alert :)
    A symbol for fidelity and companionship, and intertwined into an elegant and interesting design. interesting and affordable, and I can use yer art to make a totally unique design too. I have hundred of designs already made too in the Celtic Page so dream big folks, you can actually afford to here :)
  • John has an anniversary deadline..
    We have constructed a really cool mothers ring type of design! This is the way make a ring with a variety of fine stones that will stand up to daily wear. In 2 tone 14kt gold, will definitely be an "instant heirloom"..

    Hey John, yer ring is done!!!
    I just finished setting this ring and man, what a great idea you had. A mother's ring here that is the likes of no strip mall on this planet. All genuine stones, fine ruby, sapphire, diamond, white sapphire and aqua round out this lovely garden bouquet of colors. Since the softer less durable stones are at the end and the sapphires and diamonds are top center the layout could not be better... Massively cool, and affordably yours :)
  • James has a lovely suprise for his wife
    14kt white gold with 0.51 ct total weight, in the finest russian cut goods available, what can we build for you today?
  • John Cooney platinum and sapphire RING IS DONE!!@!! :)
    A while back I made a ring for Sean McEligot , which came out really great, so when John saw "The ring" on my web site he thought that he's like one :) Here's a lovely platinum mounting, tailor made to make someone happy for a lifetime, I exchanged the sapphires for a much better matched set already too, here's the new shot... This one's fer you John. Thanks for choosing Tradeshop to make your family heirloom...
    Hey Lael!!!! Here's that fantastic platinum ring, finished and ready to rock yer world :)
    Yeah, took a while but just look at the result. Soon I'll have a better lighting and larger offices to set up the video-snap process for even better shots, but better than this??? Hard to imagine... Yer ring is rather a fine example of what I do here, fine jewelry, no compromises, high quality and fine detail... Modest goals for a humble man {Grin}... Here's the rest of the thread :)

    The Durand's are having celtic rings made, they are done by the way :)
    Sorry for the slight delay but I had these recast because the first pattern just didn't come out to my standards, but here we have two matching rings, made to the exact specs and using the client's art... Affordable and rather unique, not a strip mall set of rings here folks... A tight inter-twined rope pattern, weaving back on it's self at the ends, so that they can be sized and serviced in the real world... Common sense, are you ready for that??? {Grin}... I think what we have here is a classic that will surely please a lifetime and more....
    A done ring wax is in the offing!!!
    Here's a lovely domed band style ring, which will soon have stones set into it after being cast. We also made a lovely platinum pendant too, shamelessly shown just because we can :) Platinum chain and platinum pendant, soon we'll have many fine quality platinum chains and things for your approval.
    Carl Wilcox is considering a lovely platinum engraved beauty
    This ring has twin trillion diamonds, and this is my sample model I used to show various stones, and how the ring will look. Sending this out today, but making another from scratch for Carl's gal, for one size does not fit all in my world, and to make the job the best that's they way we will go :) The fun thing is that the body of the ring is a standard lost cost ($274) part, which means that quality is not expensive after all. I set a radiant cut in this today, so you can see how this looks. The ring comes in 4mm, 5mm, and 6mm trillion flavors too... Imagine that!
  • Debra has a great gents ring!
    Rich 18kt gold and a fancy "Champagne" diamond. Simple and elegant, and we did it in under a week!!! If you have deadline to meet, dont let the retailers tell you it "can't be done", we will do whatever we can to get your ring DONE and to your door...
  • Here's something I build just for the heck of it {Grin}...
    Yup, this doesn't have a home yet folks, fresh from the bench, I just set this today. Built of dramatic 18Kt gold, and the scroll work is banked and shaded/lines, the diamond is a 0.90 Carat "G-SI2" special "Diamond Profile" cut. Extremely unique, and affordably yours... Priced @ $3,000 US for this heavy weight pendant...
  • Heather like the engraved and ornate too!!!!!
    ...but is asking if a pearshape one carat could be made to work in this most interesting style, and since we make each ring to the owner's specs the answer is a big "YES"... I can use either the double baguette per side version, or the newest three baguette version. Either way the effect is retinal damage {Grin}... Both affordable, and both major cool... I can build this "flavor" for any shape or size stone, guaranteed!
  • Van Ton, here's the first peek at the platinum tennis bracelets!
    Here's the first of many, and soon a page of it their own, here's the new "Hearts of Love" platinum tennis bracelets, set with Russian Cut top quality "SI" "F-G" Color goods... This has 52 diamonds, equaling 5.47 carats priced @ $5,800 US, and remember that platinum wears nearly an eternity too. No worn out joints in this beauty in a couple years, like those promotional quality gold cheap bracelets... I have one only right now, but soon available in all weights and grades... Elaborately yours! Ray

    Gold Tennis Bracelet Lovers!!! Yer not forgotten!!!
    Here's that lovely "Hearts of Love" tennis bracelet in 18Kt gold, 6.03 Carats of "SI-F-G" color very lovely top Russian cut goods grace this one too. This is priced at $5800 US in gold, and is both elegant and strong... We'll have price tables up for you in a day or two, and for pricing smaller diamond melle for special order as well :) Imagine that!
  • Daniel, here's that 18Kt engraved engagement ring with baguettes I make
    Better shots than the original shots, hope this helps :) I engrave these myself, so I guess of all the things we make I like these the best. Available in 18Kt as you see, or in platinum, or mixed metals, with diamonds in the roundells or engraved, smooth or textured. infinite possibilities, but if you love ornate, and hate high prices and malls yer gonna love this site... I have a large collection of cool ornate rings, and the specific ring you saw and liked is my stock number #124 .
  • Rubies and Diamonds, Elaborately Yours :)
    Ahhhh the detail and the fun of it all, here's a lovely gold ring with a fine oval ruby, flanked by diamonds... "Custom?"... "Nope" Here's what you get when you take a lovely stock shank, and basket crown, and I engrave these myself so it's both fun and rewarding to see them come together, with the look and feel of custom but for a price that is easy to afford. Less than tasteless poorly built strip mall jewelry by half :) Imagine that!
  • Denise Kaltenbacher had a ring build last week :)
    This is a platinum bodied wonder ring here folks, with fine hand engraving and detail beyond my humble shameless attempts, and my video skills, so I offer this to you guys, Russ and Nichole... If you like this flavor, she sure did, then we can take that massively fine canary yellow 2.40 carat, and those side three quarter princesscuts and... Grasshopper, wonderful things will happen if you love that spirit and flavor... Guaranteed...

    I know detail guys so if you do to then I think we have tone, and I'm ready to design that ringy thingy {Grin}...:) Dramatic quality work isn't just what I've done fer thirty years, but it's rather who I am... If you like coo things like this then we're gonna have a ball together...

    The new wax is ready!!! Bob and his fiancee' wanted a thinner look, more tapered on the shank, not easily done with 10 tapered baguettes, we got it though! Here is several of the styles available currently from one of our suppliers. This will be a good starting point..:) We're soon assembling the baguettes and doing the custom wax for the platinum fantasy penthouse for Bob's emerald cut diamond, with five tapered baguettes per side in a fan like ornament, flanked by lush roundells, just like the picture... Man, this will be legendary for sure, it's a fantastic diamond and a lovely ring... Let's put them together, shall we??? {Grin}...

  • Joe Fajardo, HERE"S YER RING!@!!!!
    Hey Joe, have a seat :) Platinum and fine diamond make this a massively unique and cool ring, note that we do not have a factory made look here, because here we can control the weight and the look, the very feel. We have a substantial ring, lovely and sheerly beautiful, built to last a lifetime and more, and to please every nano-second. We started this project about one week ago, so when you want cool, hate high prices, are allergic to mindless sales-chatter and still want top quality I'd like to say.... ...naw... ...we let our clients say that sort of stuff :) and they do :) So while not a partridge in a pear tree, this is surely the sweetest ring yer every going to see {Grin}...

    Here's the ring that inspired Joe!
  • Charlies Powell has a new treasure in his life...
    Just finished this lovely ring for him today, note the finely matched baguettes and the really sharp lovely look. The banked tapered baguettes, the super fine emerald cut... Here's a classic that should say volumes about what we do here :) Ready to rock yer world Charlie!!!
  • Beautiful 3 diamond ring ready for Charley This is a remake of a "Gil Sharon" ring, Cant go wrong with fine diamonds and platinum! One reason our site is so large is to give our customers choices...just find a ring anywhere on our site and we can build one for you too... See folks, this site isn't about how much you have to spend, I'm taking the direction of "look at how far your hard earned dollar can really go" once the silly teddy-bears and high margins are stowed away in the ugly bucket. Here's a perfectly wonderful example of platinum at it's best, for less.
  • Jacqueline loves engraving
    Here is Jerome's ideas for engraving Jerome prefers the pattern #2 for the shank top..and either for the side. The ball is back in your court for the moment Jackie...
  • Kim Nolan has a new ring!!! :)
    This is a new home for their diamond, spaced close together they appear to be one large diamond from the top. The center diamond is set low to avoid any snags or problems. Tell us how much you love it Kim.....
  • Kathie's ring is done!!
    An instant classic, channel set princess cuts in platinum, with a great design.
  • Pat, your ring is ready!!!
    Strong and substantial, elegant and classic, "does it get any better than this?!?" Here is a ring designed to ber worn and enjoyed daily, for a lifetime. Rich 18kt gold shank contrast's the white metal and fine diamonds wonderfully. Here is a ring that will rock her world bigtime... Thnak you for the oppurtunity to show our visitors on the web, as well as yourself of course, Another wonderful dream come true and beautiful ring created.
  • Artwork of Dragons for Eggleston
    The Artwork is done, the rings are being created in wax, and the project is rolling. This is one of the COOLEST patterns we have seen, with a cabochon Emerald in hers, will be a great set of one of a kind Rings.. You can dream big dreams here folks, and we can in large measure work together to make your dream come true, not some fancy pants designer dude somewhere who doesn't live in the real world... Your art can be the inspiration for the most unique and interesting of things... Dream big, you can afford to here :) Pam, Heres the Celtic Dragons! These are the first waxes we shot for you, the Pattern came out very well. When they are finished in Platinum They should be Magnificent. Every one who has seen this pattern really likes it.
    Pam, Dragons are ready!!! The wait is over, your pattern in platinum, with the emerald in their hands. We are going to take one more day to detail these guys and get the finish up to our standards.

  • Cheryl loves Ametrines and elaborate jewelry, the next peice of her set is done...     this is one of the finest pendant's That I have seen, carved to match an existing ring, check out the detailed scrollwork on this one!! WoW, if you have a special stone that needs a special home, we CAN DO!!..
    Cheryl likes ametrines and elaborate jewelry

    Worry not about being too shallow. This is nicely deep and contoured so that the stone is held within the pendant, so that the stone is inside and the pendant hangs just right. The bail is massively cool too, open and sculptured in the front and solid and substantial in the reverse. If you thought the ring was massively cool just wait until you see the pendant, it's so entirely cool it's hard to convey.
  • iolite extrodinaire finished!!
    So nice we pictured it twice!!Rebecca Hasmann has a Large iolite that needed some special attention to mount. This shows the detail we can get in scrollwork. This will be AWESOME in Gold..still looking forward to the tsavorite also...:) Now, as a master craftsman I must say that what we have here is something that will take this huge iolite and make this look elegant, balance and tasteful... Nicely contoured and banked, openly pierced and smoking detail, more sculpted than just another wax carved :) See, we make a difference, "Cool" huh?!? Iolite extrodinaire shown in this hand carved elaborately major cool 18Kt gold pendant, we cast this in 18Kt rich gold for the lush color you see here now.. I'm ugly, but I'm not dumb {Grin}...
  • Mike's platinum cross is ready!
    Ok Mike, here it is, with the wheat straw style platinum 24" chain, and hand engraved on the back. I am ready to ship as soon as you say this is exactly what you wanted. Everyone who has seen this peice so far really likes it! Mike, the heavenly Cross is ready :)This is the wax of your specifications, ready to cast in Platinum. I am still pricing Platinum chains for you also. This will be an incredible sight when highly polished and engraved! Yes! we can make nearly anything in Platinum. Just define your project and we can send an estimate...
  • Terry's ring is ready..
    Hello terry, here is the ring you will be picking up... The fan design really compliments the angles on the marquise diamond. Talk to you on Saturday....
  • Rahsaah's ring is ready!!!
    The white gold mounting with a E-VS2 0.50 ct. center marquise diamond, flanked by a matched set of high quality trillion diamonds at 0.38 ct total weight. Platinum and fine diamonds are affordable..
  • Gerrit had us build a lovely ring in platinum...
    A finely tuned platinum ring, with 18Kt roundells framing the tapered baguettes. A soft and a cool look, the perfect way to display a fine diamond, and built of affordable highest quality parts too. Top quality was never expensive, retail markups are!
  • Nicole's wedding bands!!!
    Nicole has the gold ring from the home page, highly engraved, and needed equally detailed bands to match, here they are in Gold..Yes, we can make these in platinum also...what do you think?..
  • "Zorro" is fightin' to find an amazing wedding ring
    Well, I have to think that this will be as memorable as the mask and the "Z" carved into yer foes. Hard to imagine a cooler way to go, either with a diamond or without. Shamelessly shown with a 1.00 carat "E-VVS" ideal cut, which is already shipping today. The pattern is deep, well defined and excitingly cool. You and Gary have already talked the beans so I'll just say, these are cool and these are perfect for the person who wants a natural beauty.
  • Roy has a new diamond for his princess
    A 0.55 ct. trillion diamond set in platinum, with a comfort fit band for a easy to wear ring, with a raised crown to show the diamond very well. We look forward to hearing how much your sweetheart loves it, Roy....
  • Matt has a solitaire in record time
    Here is a fine example of a classic platinum ring, finished in a very timely manner after Matt calling and telling us what his dream ring is... We're talkin' the best of the best too, no Home Shopping quality here folks! Sharp and fine, check this one out for sure!
  • Rick wanted to see this 1.31 Internally flawless
    Here is a "perfect" diamond. Flawless is difficult to see over the web, proportions are great, this one really shines... Here's another case where a person is looking for the best of the best, and when you want a value too we represent the finest available. We're talking fine quality here, and a price that makes sense in the real world, not just a showroom with glittery lights. Here's that diamond in a stock ring we have, the Diamond has been temporarily set. Flanked by 1/3 trillions in platinum. Finely engraved and very detailed. Of course we can and will build anything you like, but I couldn't resist showing this in a mounting that I have I love.
  • Marilyn's emerald cut is ready.
    This is a simple mounting that looks great, with the .52 diamond set in 14kt gold, a rich look for not much money.. Marilyn, we are still working on your other projects, give us a call...
  • Laura's other ring is ready too!!
    Here is the two rings together, ready to wear for several lifetimes.. In Platinum and fine diamonds, a pleasure to wear and to create... Ready to ship when you say you love them..... Laura's eternity band is ready Here is your first ring done Laura, the other should be finished anytime now. Platinum and diamonds to last forever...These Eternity bands look great alone, and will compliment nearly any other ring as well.
  • Over 3.5 carats ready for Pam
    Wow This is a great ring, the opposing channels of baguettes frame this larger Diamond very well, This ring is awesome Pam.... Pamela in Japan is upgrading the diamond!
    ...and oh what an upgrade!!! Here's a 56% table and an ideal cut, in the whopping 3.54 carat range, so impressive and brilliant will not be an issue, retina damage on bright days is the down side... So, the mounting and crown and being gotten together and soon this will ride tall and proud in Japan, and surely that island nation will be a bit brighter because of it... Enjoy Pamela... Really a pleasure!!!
  • Here it is Bob, ENGRAVED beyond compare With an E VS1 round diamond, the engraving is elegant and beautiful, smartly engineered to show the color and clarity of the .83 Diamond. Ray took extra time to detail this ring, its definitely worth it... It's projects like this that have made this web site great, often over 150 megs of pictures, data and information sent daily to our many visitors... We really enjoy building family heirlooms for our clients, whom we tend to get to know personally.

    Now a bit of commentary from Ray :) Here's a ring built to last a lifetime, and be a delightfully unique and fun ring to wear... Dramatically engraved and sculptured indeed, way more than the surface traditional hand engraving allows. As elaborate as it gets, and very tastefully balanced with extremely fine diamonds... Hope that Yahoo is watching this... Two stars guys??? What the heck was that all about :) I pulled five stars with NetGuide Magazine, but I guess you know best :)
  • Roy Kern!!! CHECK OUT THESE FLOWERS!! Rendered for Roy Here is the most realistic floral pattern I have ever seen in Platinum. (Note, we ended up doing these in 18Kt gold folks :)) With fine tuning by the hand engraver these rings are as good as they get

    Ahhh, but where the etch process is fantastic for line drawings, the result that we wanted was more like a sculptured and contoured boquette with a dropped background, but the flowers needed to be more lifelike, so we did this instead :) For you see, this process is more natural and contoured, so this is the way to go for a well defined and utterly outstanding result... Ahhh the diamond is soo cool, and the width of the ring frames the bezel nicely... The detail, the relief and the effect is priceless, and still affordable too :) Roy, give me a hollar :) Let's rock and roll :)
  • Kristin, your ring is ready!!
    Heres the finished project, with the 1.08 princess cut Diamond, 4 side baguettes and a 14kt gold mounting with custom manufactured Platinum crown. I believe we got the look you wanted, flying V's and lots of Diamonds...:)
  • Deb Hendrix wants an engraved band!
    This is only the wax, I know it is hard to imagine the engraving, this is mainly to show you the shape and size of the ring...:) Perhaps for Gary, but not fer me :) This is Ray, and once Jerome the fine hand engraver finishes with this it will look "better" than the ring you pointed at... Nice and substantial, solidly constructed but soon to be elaborately hand engraved for stunning effect... Fasten that seatbelt, and stow away all flamable items from yer desk when this gets there :) This will light up yer world "big time"... That flat setting of those accent diamonds will make this major sweet!!!!
  • Rose gold ring with a princess cut ruby
    Part of an elaborate set, this is the secret engagement ring. Rubies can be tricky to find, this one is an exceptionally fine example of how they should look.
  • Brian is having a ring made for his over 1/2 ct. oval diamond
    With small sapphire accent stones set in 1/2 bezels and prongs, a smart and safe way to set he stones. classic and dainty. We may include some larger sapphires, they are actually blue, although I know it is hard to tell from these pictures. Let us know how you like it Brian, we will cast it for you..
  • Andy Huntsman now has A Platinum ring ready to see!!
    Andy Huntsman had a wax carved as the first step...Thanks for the chocolate Andy, !!
    He saw a ring he liked, but he had to have it in ALL Platinum. Hers the wax ready to cast. Will soon be a complete heirloom with his Diamond nestled inside... So, I guess what I'd have you see here is that a very nice idea was "taken home" here again, and while you might not see the exact ring yer questing after here you will see mastery :) ...any questions???
  • Shannon, The Princess is ready with better trillions!!
    Heres the Finished rings ready to ship. The .82 princesscut Diamond looks right at home in the Platinum mounting. The Anniversary band completes the set..I trust these will be worth the wait,..:) The platinum ring yer gonna be wearing with that princess cut is sweet to the max, a fine princess framed by trillions (see top down left view)... "Killer, right??" Der eternity ring (well, very sweet half way around) is very nice, very wearable and has very nicely eye clean drop dead white stones... "Does it get better?"
    *A note from Ray, I didn't love the first ring, it just wasn't exactly right, so I took the liberty of starting over, with a new shank, trillions and center crown, and for stunning effect too! Now it's major nice, just right and I feel better too :)
  • Heres the final shots on this ring for David Z..!!!
    We adjusted all our lighting and video options to get these snaps... Except for Ray's big ole' ugly finger these pictures should excite and delight beyond measure, yes?
  • Jon Rasmussen wanted Celtic wedding bands!
    Jon, the wait is over! Here they are..built with the pattern you provided in 14kt white gold. This will definitely be the only wedding set like this you will ever see!! Starting with just a fax of the design, Once again nearly anything our customers want is possible. 2 more dream rings come true. Design's For Rasmussen
    Celtic pattern, custom order from the customers own art,.Another set of Dream rings on the way..:) These rings will be in 14kt. white Gold. Can we make some for you?.... The back drops away, and the white is standing tall, this should be a very nice set of rings for sure, that repeating pattern should come out very close to just right, and the balance of white to black, line weight and design assure this to be one of the finer ring in this collection... Neat, huh?!?

    More delicate in patina, a wonderful effect. Here's the customer's art, made into a lovely set of meaningful wedding rings, not just yer average stip mall machine cut pipeband here folks. Yer more likely to see Elvis than to find a better value on cool custom, so I encourage you to dream big, for unlike the malls we're not just here to empty our showcases into yer purse. It's all about cool for me here, and about the unlimited possibilities, and without the freight of the massively high markups in this industry you can afford to dream big here. Enjoy Jon, it has been a pleasure :)
  • Andy the eager is waiting to see his platinum ring!!!!
     Well Andy, yer wait is over and what a result! A sweet platinum flying split shank, with lovely diamond burnished into the shoulders, gracing the ring with a bright and interesting look. Using 0.05 carat smaller fullcut diamond we simply set them in the way that assures no prongs, no snags and no problems... Welcome to my world Andy, we're all the way home, and we're there without any dings in the fender like that last local disaster... Home with style and class, and with a lovely ring to last a lifetime and more. I just know that when you see this you will have a ball, no punn intended...
  • Deb wanted her band first.
    This is a fine example of master level hand engraving, In Platinum, with a row of Diamonds across the top. The look and feel of fine jewelry is a timeless thing!! Thanks for your patience deb, Craftsmen cannot be rushed, I believe it was well worth the wait.. We will be making the engagement ring for this lovely ring after all, so stand by for the continuing sage of the platinum cool fantasy ring, this thread is not yet done.
  • Tai wanted a Platinum ring with an AquamarineSome places wouldn't want to deal with a customer unless they are buying a Diamond, Here at Tradeshop, we are in the business of building "Dream Rings". This one came out extremely well, From a goldsmith's point of view, this well be a very trouble free style. What say you Tai? Here's a look at a very similar ring that we just made for Tim Mathias a week ago or so... Note the really fine look of the comfort-fit with the twin framing bezels, sweet is the word!
  • Justin Sinclair's ring is done :) Worth the wait for sure, we installed a lovely 18Kt butterfly in the center crown, and the engraving is soooo good that I decided to worry less about things being balanced than showing you the incredible detail here in this ring. Ultra finely engraved and ornamental, this is a ring for the ages and seldom will one encounter such an amazing ring at any price, but this is affordable as well as smart... Get excited Justin, we're gonna rock yer world apart in a day or so :) Enjoy!!!!!!
  • Marilyn! your ring is ready! Here it is, the ring has been altered slightly to match the fine diamonds mounted inside. We feel this really finishes the mounting and gives it a killer look. Sometimes a little extra effort is all it takes to have "Fine Jewelry" Sorry about that setting the stone low at first, it really sacrificed color in that "D" stone too, so we went for a nice basket crown, raised to enhance the beauty of the diamond and display it in direct relation to the beauty contain there in :)
  • Frank, here's the wedding set! With the 1.06 marquise, in 14kt Gold. The wedding band is notched to match up perfectly with the solatiare on one side. Another fine example of a classic style and a great Diamond. Quality doesn't have to be expensive.
  • Patrica Booth is having an amazing ring assembled,
    with the best of the best... Starting the project with a fine diamond in the 1.50 carat flavor, tightly cut with a 56% table and 61% depth, which is "ideal" for bringing out the fire and the brilliance of a fine diamond... Set in a white gold fine six prong crown with an 14Kt yellow gold shank, this will last a lifetime, is a cool classic with an amazing look and surely will delight forever... What a thrill to help real people... I'm always honored with your trust and I really enjoy lighting up folk's worlds like this... Enjoy!!!

    Now, while this was really fun, Duane told me that you'd like to see the stone set, so while we're far far away I thought that I should at least try to be accomidating... {Grin}... So, besides your mentioning the "Spelling" word to Duane, I've decided to send this small streaming video up the pipe anyway, so you can watch me set the stone... Amazing isn't it, I mean the setting! Not my spelling.... ...grumble :)
  • Rob Glidden loves sapphires, and platinum is the key here
    Here's a bold departure from the humble celtic designed bands, a flying platinum ring that protects this most lovely sapphire so well. The smaller triangle sapphires brighten up the sides, and add a nice hint of color, as this sapphire explodes with life and brilliance... Major cool man, very cool indeed!!! Soon the matching gents ring will grace this page, and a wedding ring for the ladies engagement ring... Does it get any better folks?!? I ask ya, why ever pay retail again???
  • Chris wanted Diamonds And Sapphires
    Here is the ring ready to wear for a lifetime. The look and feel of a Mounting that is an instant heirloom. Yes, whatever type of stones wanted in a channel can be done..:) With sapphires and diamonds alternating in a channel there are no prongs to snag, or problems to spoil enjoying this for a lifetime... It's a pleasure to make dreams come true, and real people dream bigger than any skinny tied sales clerk I've ever met, so welcome to my world, and enjoy the interesting projects... Ready to rock Chris!
  • Alex Bentley is looking for a lovely Platinum Classic for a carat diamond
    So, like I ask you... "Does it get any better???" Here's twin tapered baguettes framing the classic one carat round brilliant, in a lovely platinum mounting, and this is no ordinary diamond either folks... "Here's a rocking "E-VVS1" round diamond with a GIA cert, a 58% table and very good times two on the polish and symmetry... A diamond so near perfection that it would take a lab enviornment to detect the difference... Fasten yer seatbelt man, and take any flammable items off yer desk tomorrow when this lands... This is surely gonna light up yer world for sure!@!! The Uni-Jeweler
  • William is looking for a stunning elaborate engraved penthouse for a killer "E-VS1" diamond...
    Soon to be in the noble white metal, platinum is sooo cool to engrave and sculpt for it retains detail like no other metal, and wears so well over time that it's the only metal one can really say is "number one" for setting diamonds. Sweet here, framed with twin matched 3mm top quality princesscut diamond side stones, and those roundells are like canvas, and I'm itching to get to work... Sorry this took so long guys, I promise it will be worth the wait :)
  • Jeffery is looking for the perfect marquise, in a platinum penthouse home...
    I vote for this ring man, it's both delicate as well as very strong... Made by one of America's leading manufacturers it's so very nicely made, and I set the baguettes yesterday fer you to take a look. The center stone is a Cubic Zirconia for now, but either of those two carat marquise would slide right into this perfectly... What say you Jeffery?
  • Hendrick Loves his Tropical Bird, and he'll flip fer this pendant for sure!
    Based upon a photograph this is more a sculpture than a wax carving, it's hard to show the detail here but once this is in the metal you'll get the idea... Really nice thus far, and I project another bright spot in someone's life real soon now :)
  • Platinum Engraved Princesscut Center with Trillions Framing is cool :)
    Here's a ready to go ring with 0.49 Carats of finely matched trillion diamonds, and stir that together into a delicately engraved ring, with that flying bridge side view and the full engraved shank... This is shown with a 1.5 carat Cubic, but wouldn't your princesscut look great in a mounting of distinction??? Just a thought :)
  • Christa Meyers really liked our designer etched wedding bands...
    ...so now she has one. Built in white gold and sharp as a tack, the pattern is very well defined, inter-woven stylized birds in the celtic traditional flavor is represented, unique and interesting, try finding these in a strip mall folks :) Quality, Custom, Unique, less than $500, why ever pay retail prices again???
  • Thomas Ilbean's Lovely marquise ring is done for Valentine's day
    Take a finely tuned white gold basket crown, and a fine yellow 14Kt gold ring from one of America's largest jewelry manufacturers and you have a prize. But take one of the levels and lay a white gold plate and 'pave set 8 diamond fullcuts and you have something amazing and cool... Affordable and smart, why ever pay retail again?
  • Wendell wanted some Pearls
    Here are a few possible clasps, as well as a preview of some of the nicest pearls available. Like diamonds, its difficult to show how nice they are on the web. These are Beauties!!!!!! ...and Ray sneaking' in here for a second to say how very pleased I am at having Gary here to help me, he did this vid-snap and is daily increasing our ability to provide our clients with timely service, clarity and value that I had in mind when I started this place... Gary, yer the man!

    Well, those pearls and earrings are done now, and ready to rock and roll :)
    Just a blast to make dreams come true like this, and very enjoyable indeed when we get the pleasure of meeting the person :) Enjoy man, really enjoy :) I've always remembered the challenge of bringing a bit of light into yer gal's world, and enjoyed the chance again :)
  • Anne Spalek is having something wonderful built...
    Something of platinum and 18Kt gold, ornate and interesting, and based on both the highly engraved and ornate rings I make, and an existing sculptured wedding ring... Note that the design of the wedding ring is faithfully reproduced in the wax of the engagement ring?!?!? Note that the color will be closely matched in the yellow shank, and the "business end" of this will be platinum, so the diamonds are blaze white and fireballs... Yeah, this should kick-start some imaginations out there, shamelessly submitted for your approval, what say you guys, shall we begin the journey????

    Puff, puff... Just finished setting and polishing this for you guys, ships today for Valentine's day for sure, and it came out soooo sweet that I redid the video shoot to get a better shot, for the record and future threads... Here's the finished Ring Guys!!! ... A ring for the ages, in platinum and 18Kt gold, I really love this ring, and have decided that a two tone flavor of this is sooo tasteful that I thank you for letting me build this for you...
  • Doug Brownstone's elaborate platinum ring is well under way :)
    Here's the raw casting, the first step in the process where the design is locked in place. Soon to be highly engraved and detailed, with delicate gallery ornaments to boot... Wanted you to see the castings, and wanted you to see we're well under way here... Off we go to another world class item and another very happy camper for sure :) Here's a start that Ray got tonight, he's dropping about everything to do this tonight and tomorrow... We'll give this a nice first impression :)
    Stand by for something "killer"
  • Mark Richardson's Valentine day present is finished.
    This WILL BE available for your sweetheart on the special day. We are happy we got to make this one, hope you enjoy the special presentation. 18kt Yellow Gold Custom ring with Princess cut center stone and Tapered baugettte side stones. Mark, we have the wax ready for viewing,
    The ring is already at the shop to be sure we make the deadline...:) your sweetheart is very lucky..
  • Chris Walker's wax is ready!!
    This is going to be a really nice ring, using his Diamonds, we supplied the Sapphires, carved the channel to fit with the alternating pattern as specified. The finished product is going to be magnificent...:)
  • Dana's "E-VVS1" in platinum is done :)
    Yup, you take a fine diamond, brilliant for the fine cut and the high clarity, stir in a super fine "E" color and simmer in platinum... Yummie for sure, and here's another great example of what we do here... Not just the elaborate or engraved fantasies, but rather the dreams of our customers is what's our focus... We're here for you folks, all you have to do is have dreams you want to see come true... Just like Dana here perchance? {Grin}...
  • Howard's classic Platinum Marquise ring is done
    So, you take a platinum ring, and a finely tuned "E-VS2" Marquise, and frame it with tapered baguettes of very fine quality and you have a lovely finished ring. What have you got??? Why you have a classic beauty that is both affordable as well as built as good as it gets... I set this up, and the stones are really nice, the effect wonderful!!!
  • Jim Wilson did not have to wait an "eternity" for this beautiful Platinum channel set ring.
    Alternating Rubies, Sapphires, and Diamonds in a solid and substantial classic Platinum eternity ring, highly comfort fitted and rounded with no sharp edges. The Rubies and Sapphires are all Diamond cut and fully faceted, unlike the jeep reflectors found in most malls."Ray made me come back and apologize for using the lens flare on that diamond,"... the ring is blinding though...Gary.;)
  • Tricia always wanted a diamond baguette wedding ring to match her ring...
    Tricia needed the main ring right away, so we waxed the matching band, and sent her the ring, she has already been enjoying it, now the matching ring is done, perfectly matched.
  • Erin Anderson is having something wonderful built, for herself and her guy :)
    We repaired the shank and took out that nasty white gold (bad bench-dude!) and restored your ring to like new, then we set the twin outer bands with tapered baguettes and lay this at yer doorstep soon, call for the final details :) Enjoy!!!
  • Imagine if you will, a terraced princesscut waterfall. in platinum
    Yup, here's yet another princesscut fantasy ring, with a nicely stepped design sure to please. Fine princesscuts abound in this lovely ring, here's the wax rendered for the project, what say you "Doug Brownstone?"... Time to make yet another dream come true??? If we get a go on this today I think we can make Valentine's day, it will be very close but with the engraving and the 18Kt inlay, the work yet to day is vast but the time is ours if we move right now...
  • Brian Davis will "have some 'splainin' to do"
    For here's a great example of what we do here, Brian has a lovely "D" color diamond with some darned fine math (Fireball material) so we put the diamond into a finely crafted home for display, in six prongs for strong and safe and yellow gold shank for a contrast you just can't believe... Massively fine, and affordably yours :) Enjoy Brian!!!
  • Deborah Hendrix's Platinum Celtic Ring is Complete!!!!
    Massively fine detail too, the new patterns are all rendered at 2540 dpi for massively detailed results, and here's one of my very favorite patterns, originally made for Peter Demas and company :) Forever named the "Demas" design, this is one of hundreds in the Celtic Designs Page.
  • Christine & Paul are Marquise/Platinum Fans,
    So, here's a very creative use of the affordable platinum rings in the platinum pages, for example this is on Page Seventeen, and while shown with a larger oval crown this is but a clip away to be just right. We liked the faster banked trillions, and the 5.5mm fit great. Ready to make this come together, Mounting costs but $345, Center crown install is but $175 and modification needed to make this great, Take a fine 1.19 Carat Pearshape diamond, and stir in twin matched 5.5mm tip to tip diamond trillions and you have a world class ring, and the major diamond is a 61.5% deep table size of 52% cut so we're talking major impact here... Done this week, what say you guys?!? Wanna make something dreamy happen???? Those trillions are projected at $1500 for the matched pair, but call fast for I have another way for those to go :)
    Update!
    I swear, the power of the web is rather amazing, it must have been five minutes after I had this uploaded that another person called and wants to use the same ring mounting for a round.... Amazing, and remember folks, there are hundreds of folks sporting "custom" rings that are in reality assemblies of very fine factory made parts, like the fine platinum shanks we feature... ...add a crown and "Poof", you have an amazingly inexpensive ring that is every bit as good as over the counters of the finest stores in the world... More for less??? "You bet!" And for the last possible combination of things to show, here's the pearshape diamond set next to the twin matched trillions... .
  • Adam likes Emerald cuts and Platinum, so we talked and....
    Called and confirmed this morning, ring ready this evening, in platinum in a bold and fun treatment of the solitaire. Basket crowns are strong and sturdy, and both display and protect the diamond wonderfully... Enjoy Adam, have a great weekend and fasten yer seat belt there young man, "you got some splainin' to dooo!!!" {Grin}...
  • Alan DeMarchie's New Ring is All Done!!!!
    So, when the day is done, and I step away from my bench and turn off the lights I like the fact that the folks who come along and work with us do exceptionally well, not just with value but with quality that is uncommon in todays strip mall world... Hand built by experienced caring individuals, taking the time to excell... Yeah, that's what this business is about to me, and it seems that coming from the bench perspective is a good thing for those who find me, yes??? Breath easy Alan, we're on fer Valentine's day fer sure, with time to spare :)

  • William Lahvic is having me make some very impressive earrings, in platinum basket crowns with platinum double threaded nuts... Very high quality diamonds too make this a very special pair of earrings, all the quality at a fraction of the price... "Welcome to our world folks"
    Rob Telson's another platinum lover
    Did somebody say "service?" Rob called today and we chatted about a lovely 1.23 Carat round diamond, and after examining the cert and details carefully he decided to "Make that happen Ray!"... We locked this in about ten this morning, and it's one thirty in the afternoon now, ring all sized and set, being finished polished... Another person who avoided bloated retail markups, and made their purchase count. Does it get any better? Never forget that retail is about making promises, I've specialized in Keeping promises for over thirty years! All the value and quality, with none of the markups! Imagine that!
    For the Music Lover's of the World!!!
    You folks may not know this, but Duane is a drummer, with a professional background of touring with bands... I wanted to make Duane a reminder of those blissful days of being a rock and roll drummer, eating gas-station sandwiches and waking up in strange places... {Grin}... He works in strange places now, and here's his ring, designed to amuse and... that's that :)

    "Lisa Martin saw a ring in the catalog she really loved"
    So we took the diamond and installed a new marquise crown in the ring and a lovely ring results... Very nice contemporary design, with the marquise angled for a stunningly interesting look, and that diamond is so very sweet, a very nice ring indeed :)

    Sometimes we gotta make a change, and while a total turn around in style and design this is a lovely way to show off that Marquise to the best effect... This is a lovely ring from the gold pages, and for the set it runs about $120 US... Quality is not expensive, markups are... Imagine that! I just walked past my daughter's desk and see that she sent a Shameless Troll for Chocolate that I neither knew about, nor endorse... .Perhaps I'm a worse influence than I thought... ...but if you so, send those milk chocolate things that... {Grin}... Enjoy!!!
    Steven Masura's gorgeous 18Kt/Platinum solitaire is done!!!!
    Ships today, and what a diamond this is too Steven, soooo glad that you pasted on the more expensive "VVS" stone for you would have paid a premium for something that you could not see, and that's too much like politics for me... {Grin}... No punk stone here at a GIA "F-VS2" 0.81 carat, and with this classic solitaire you've got both a fireball diamond and a ring to display this that is up to the task... Enjoy my friend, this was a very fun process :)
    Sean Casey's Platinum Mounting is done :)
    Very nice here, a beautiful way to frame and protect a lovely diamond, by using this style shank the stone sets in a protected area, and the crown is the traditional 6 prong platinum crown, for both safety and style... Strong and smart, lovely and timeless... Welcome to my world folks :)
    Kirk! Here's those Emerald Cuts to compare , shamelessly in one of my hand engraved mountings :)
    The stones are beautiful, and either is a wonderful first choice really, the stones are so well within a range for very nice it's more just a choice of the slightly longer more slender or the slightly shorter and wider stone with "D" color... Some choice huh?!? Between a "D-VS1" and a lovely "E-VVS2"... You could say that I'm making diamonds and quality more affordable, and here is one way how :)
    Justin Sinclair, we have tone on the ruby my friend :) Inspired by the Eric Johnson ring that I built a while back, but with a warm ruby round for the center, adding color and liveness to the ring. Perfect for either the all platinum ring or the ring trimmed with 18Kt, the warm red tone of the ruby is vivid, and the look will be great :) Enjoy!!!! *the only question which remains is.... "Paper or plastic???" {Grin}... Eric Johnson, and while each is uniquely different we're headed for an elaborate family heirloom of exceptional quality...
    "Veronica Henderson!!! You got some 'Splainin' to do!!!!"
    So like you take a 1.81 carat round diamond of some truly awesome impressive nature, the cut is really super here, and to built a nicely constructed 18Kt/platinum ring for the diamond... Here's quality that is affordable, value beyond anything traditional venues can match, regardless of what the simpy radio ads say :) What a Diamond, and what a ring... Enjoy Veronica!!! Welcome to our world :)

    Andrew Mossberg's Platinum & Sapphire ring is done!
    "Woof!" Here's a lovely ring built for a lovely sapphire, trimmed with lovely diamonds in the 0.09 Carat each, for a smashing look... Regardless of price, it's quality that most seek in jewelry... Here's a great example of how lovely something can be at a very modest price.
    Stacy Nowicki has a delightful surprise coming soon :)
    A sharply defined platinum penthouse mounting, engraved by yours truly, and another of the line of platinum fun jewelry designed to last. No feather weights here folks, strong and protective of your investment, as well as darn well pretty I think :) Micheal Oertling, Mike Mills, Rylee Ann, the list goes on and on :) ...and I'm honored!

    Lot's of you have also thought so, so I'm designing a new series with twin 3mm princesscut side stones each side, engraved with roundells, for 1/2 carats, 1 carats, 1 1/2 carat sizes and... "Woof"... ...but that's another story and for now we're here to approve Stacy's wax, flanked by 3mm ultra nice princesscuts, and a "one carat center"... {Grin}... Does it get better???

    Stacy Nowicki's Beautiful Ornate Ring is Done!!!!
    {Grin}... Hope Dwyane and Kenny are seeing this {Grin}... Here's a platinum custom mounting, with the finest of 3mm princesscuts flanking this lovely size, the one carat Diamond is a wonderful size... ...anyway, this sports the engraved/sculptured look, in the most lovely platinum ring, comfort-fitted and easy wear, fasten your seatbelt Stacy, Welcome to my world :)
    Margaret Alexander's Platinum Fantasy has just become real :)
    Here's another great example of why you can afford to avoid the mall and do things right. This lovely shank is from my platinum pages, runs right around $275, and from a quality start like that only good things result... We took margaret's existing stones and wove a very nice platinum ring, at a price "Real People" can afford... Don't have much use for those glitter palaces downtown or the malls when their costs of business mandate bloated margins... There is a kinder and gentler way to go folks, where value is greater and the quality is higher too... Welcome to my world :)
    Shelia Olsen loves Emerald and platinum,
    so we built this sweet little home for this very impressive large 3.06 Carat fine emerald... So, you take a couple of fine little platinum rings from my platinum section and a few finely matched baguettes and you have a penthouse ring with a modest price, but with all the quality and beauty, just without the markups and the expense... "Welcome to my world folks!!! " Where quality and beauty do not mean inflated prices...
    Jeff Snyder's Elaborate Engraved Ring is done!!!
    Sorry that this wasn't able to be done at Christmas Jeff, but the engraver (Jerome) hurt his arm and we had to wait for him to get back to 100%... Not that the ring is fully engraved, and that the design is the same as the band you liked. Sharply defined and lovely, this is a prime example of how platinum is so far superior to gold in detail and offers and exciting way to turn a fine comfort-fit into a classic work of art :) Enjoy!!!!!!!
    Rob Glidden's Sapphire Oval wonder :) This is a lovely darker blue, great color with a very clean look. A very nice vivid blue too, the camera does not do this lovely sapphire justice, but I think you can see enough to have made this worth the doing :) Call Gary and we'll get rockin'
    Tenny Brannon's "E-VVS2" ridin' a lovely 6mm 18Kt plush comfort-fit band is done :) Yup, a classic rendition in 18Kt gold, with a nice 6 prong die struck crown, with one of the sweetest diamonds I've seen... Hope everyone has gotten the idea that you don't need posh showrooms showing overpriced low quality when... {Grin}... ...anyway :)

    We originally sold Tenny a lovely 1.50 carat plus fine marquise and built the custom mounting. Tenny always wanted a round, so we cashed the marquise out, sold her this extremely fine 1.30 carat with this 60% table... In a word "Woof"... Tenny, fasten yer seatbelt, have you got a lovely ride coming :) Ready to place this onto yer world :) Enjoy!
    Dan Plume's Channelset Platinum Wedding Ring is done :) Here's a heck of a nice ring. Channelset for daily wear without any problems or snaggies, a great ring to work with almost any engagement ring. This makes the fine solitaire into a finely tuned set, and at a price that is both affordable and very low... Enjoy Dan!!!
    Tricia Frerichs Marquise Diamond is Shown for Approval :) Pulled the old diamond and placed the new diamond in the crown, the fit was very good and seemed to be about perfect. So I snug the prongs up, polished and detailed the ring and submit this lovely new "G-VS2" 1.01 Carat Marquise diamond on the table for your approval. Once we get this down we'll take a wax impression of the ring so we can build the wedding ring without having to keep the engagement ring :) "Cool huh?!?"
    Hey Steve, Here's that Platinum Mounting for that 2.42 Carat Marquise!!! A sharp and well defined mounting for sure, platinum penthouse fit for that 2.42 carat marquise diamond, trimmed with diamond tapered baguettes this is a killer ring for sure. Also extremely affordable too, at the ring way under $1,000 this is a sweet way to frame this major fine marquise... Give me a shout, the path is clear to assemble you a world class ring at the most modest of prices :)
    Cynthia Steers' new celtic wonder-ring is finally done :) We did a flower ring for Cynthia but she really wanted a more unique and interesting ring, more like the celtic designs she saw on my web site. So, we decided to simply do the second ring and recycle the metal from the first... Smart and unique, this will both protect this lovely stone as well as provide it a penthouse home :) Enjoy!!!!!!!
    Lisa Martin's Platinum & 18Kt gold ring is done :) Here's a great example of using a very unique and interesting band ring and installing a crown for a fine marquise diamond of the "F-SI1" flavor with GIA (of course)... A finer diamond Marquise is hard to find, and this ring will surely get constant comments and be enjoyed for a lifetime, it displays the marquise so very well, and is both unique and interesting in it's own right :) Enjoy!!!!!
    Glen Raggio needs a nice pearshape diamond replacement diamond So we have this .32 carat "E-SI2" which is just tailor made for this ring. We'll rebuild the prongs and make this very safe, and that will restore this nicely... Here's the shot of the diamond balanced in the ring for your approval :) Now, Imagine the whole thing done, rebuilt prongs and detailed like new! Remember this when the salesperson at the mall wants to tear the stones out of the ring you were married with, and plant them into a smooth & shiny ring that looks like a '55 Buick RoadMaster grill... {Grin}... We do it yer way here! We can build anything of course, but we can also rebuild that treasured wedding set of yours too :)
    Cindi Benfer's Platinum Penthouse is done :) In time fer under the tree, with platinum engraved and sculptured in a lovely mounting, framed with trillion 4mm emeralds, and all stirred together into a classic treasure. A finely tuned basket crown for the center, and fully engraved is what Cindi Likes, and dat's what Cindi gets today :) Enjoy!!! *PS, I'd like to point out that quality is not expensive, the body of this ring comes from the platinum pages in this site, and costs under three hundred bucks!!!!
    Hugo's platinum surround diamond platinum ring is done :) Here's a styling ring built with approximately 1.20 carats of finely matched diamonds, set into a beautiful platinum ring, numbering 23, the diamonds are about all you see with this fireball ring. This blank came in last night, I set this up for you this morning :) I love working on things like this, What say you Hugo??? You impressed??? Call me today Hugo!! Ken Mathias's Lovely Diamond Ring is Done!!!!!! Sharp and tailored, this twin 1/3 bezel set diamond ring is taken from the comfort-fit style and is designed to be trouble free and fun to wear daily... Fine diamond, finely crafted mounting, call me FAST Ken :)
    Tim Chase's cool patterned band ring!!! In the technique of the celtic rings, this whimsical pattern will delight and be unique in the world. Sweet design and a cute idea for sure, need that finger size and we're headed for warm 18Kt gold, in an approximately 6mm wide ring :) Here's a massive exploded view :) Here's the Finished 18Kt Ring! , and boy is the cool! I just loved the way that the sun burst just barely intrudes into the edging, and the cool contour of the design really shows up so very well in this ring, I really like the look here!!! So, done in time for the tree, call me today Tim, and let's get this rocking :)
    Sean Forbes's Elegant Platinum Penthouse is done!!!
     So like, here's a perfect example of why I'm on internet, here's a lovely three carat round brilliant set in one of the finer platinum mountings that yer gonna see... Flanked by approximately 0.60 Carats of ultra fine tapered baguettes, matched perfectly in a full 6mm length for effect... Killer ring here, this should warm up those cold nights in Moscow Sean, might not unmelt the Volga but it's sure to warm yer gal's heart big time!!! Enjoy!!!!
    Here's that lovely 3 Carat Diamond lowered in this mounting, with split prongs and a nicer lower profile. While Sean must be simply freezing in Moscow right now there's a warm heart and experience awaiting him... Amazing diamond, Amazing ring to be sure, equal to the display of this fine diamond :) Even more amazing now that this boneheaded tradeshopper finally uploaded the graphic and tied it to this thread... {Grin}... Sorry there Sean, and from Moscow you couldn't even blast me on the 800 numbert and let me know I hadn't linked this yet... Really nice lower profile, very strong, very tailored too... Ready to rock yer world Captian :)
    Steve Gurney bought a lovely two carat emerald cut, and we built a lovely platinum home for this using standard parts (not expensive)... For the very best look and the very best value call us first, and for wonderful platinum and gold jewelry we're at yer service... Just finished setting this up, had a great time, very solid and very sharp!!! Enjoy!!!
    Martin's platinum ring is done :) Here's some of the world's finest parts, basket quality platinum crowns and a finely fabricated shank for no seams... Welded with all platinum solder so there will be no discoloration, the right way... Finely matched third carats frame and grace this lovely "G-SI1" three quarter carat center stone, which is also finely tuned for maximum brilliance... You might get better spelling in the malls, but they'll never touch our values or service... Set strong and set smart, for a lifetime of enjoyment... {Grin}... Hey Yahoo!!! You watching this page guys and gals?!?!?
    Westby Slade's really cool idea :)
    Friends helped in the paintin', and Westby wants to say thanks in "gold"... Soon to be six paint brush charms, from 14Kt gold plate stock, engraved on both sides I might add, you'll not find these at Home-Depot folks :) Charms for lending a helping hand, I love this stuff, I really do :) (Jumprings included too :)
    Michael Ahern's magnificient ring semi mount is done :) Here's what all the shouting is about, all the quality without the fluff, here's a wonderful 18Kt ring body, crafted around the three platinum crowns, with the center as yet unset... I fancy mountings best at about this stage, where I can see the finished result without the distraction of the center stone... {Grin}... Most gals do not agree :) What say you Michael, did we nail that one or what :)
    Russ McCalister's Lovely Platinum & 18Kt mounting is done... Here's a beautiful mounting with ultra fine princesscuts, ready to ship today :)
    Durga has a wonderful idea for a gent's ring
    Platinum is the metal, and finely detailed twisted wire is the border, with hand laid wire decoration in the center for a dramatic effect. Very cool and very sharp... Not polished and not yet detailed, but along the way a good bit now, what say you Durga?

    Durga's Platinum Hand Built Fantasy
    Yup, countless hours of working with fine platinum wire, each rope effect is built by hand and carefully rendered in platinum. It's this sort of job which separates the pro's from the rest, and we like to think that any customer's idea, once nicely defined like Durga has done here, can be turned into a real world project, and treasured item for a lifetime... We were asked to fine a "Perfect Diamond" for this ring, so we used a finely tuned "D-E-VVS-VS" for the aparant perfection that was required, carefully tuned to delight fer a lifetime! You don't have to be a Norman Rockwell to see your dream come true here, just think about what you want, do your best to define it and we can do the rest, as you can plainly see :)

    Here's the refinished version, minus the dark antique background. We lightly bead blasted the center section for a matt finish, which strikingly contrasts with the twisted rope wire outer rails, and inner simulated twisted rope design. Nicely comfort fitted and reworked, changed out the crown for a bezel, stronger and better fer a guy's ring... Think we're there Durga :) What say you?
    Daniel Reifsnyder's celtic treasure is done :)
    Built in warm 14Kt gold these two matching rings, one a (5 1/2 and the other a 10 1/2) will be enjoyed daily, sporting traditional celtic art inspired pattern, repeating but with a sizing area if the size needs to be tweaked... Engineered with common sense, and uncommon value in mind, another killer wedding ring :) ...and perhaps another reason to bookmark this site??? :)
    Denise Pulgino's Celtic Fantasy is done and ready to ship!!!
    A narrower version of the original Charlie design, in the 7.5mm flavor for a styling ring that is both a pleasure to wear as well as a delight to behold... One of the most popular designs out there by far, just wanted to show you that dreams can come true here, and do!!!
    Bruce Douglas is having something wonderful built!
    Sweet anniversary ring here, with a nicely defined and symmetrical shape, decked out with 6 X 0.18 carat diamonds, matched finely in a top VS diamond. Made to wear daily, nice and strong, intelligent by design... What say you Bruce? Given the "GO"!!!

    Bruce Douglas's Anniversary Diamond Ring... Lovely effect, with 6 x 0.18 carat diamonds set into a strong and smart anniversary ring we made custom, a ring for the ages and delight to behold, built to survive in the real world too, Imagine that!!!
    Richard Olmstead in Maui, here's those Earrings :) Designed to match that lovely engagement/wedding ring we built ya, in a soft style that is accented by princesscut diamonds. Using 3mm emeralds and 2mm princesscuts, for a cool effect... Soon to be in the real world :)
    Rick Ameye's Platinum Penthouse is done
    Imagine a finely tuned exceptional emerald cut diamond of wonderful math, framed by a finely tuned platinum wonder, note that the stone sets inside a basket crown so the stone is a nice height. Tasteful and smart, built to last in the real world... Ships today 12-4
    Glen Bentley's Amazingly beautiful ring design
    Inspired by Dennis Carey's (past customer) lovely ring this sports top quality side stones, channelset for easy wear and now snags, and a lovely "D-VS2" center of amazingly fine cut... Rhodium plated behind the stone (no you can't see it from the top) keeps the stones looking brighter and whiter, for stunning effect... Built to survive in the real world, amazingly nice working with you Glen :) We ship today, 12/4
    A new wax for Cris Helfrich, a very interesting idea...
    Solid and substantial in the sides, when we cast the center separately it will allow me to high polish and detail the inside super, before the center is installed :) What say you Cris???

    Here's the finished ring, missed shipping but this ole ham just had to make Bill a bit crazy by showing this panel of shots from the old video stand... Enjoy, and tomorrow we ship :)
    Wing Lee has an engagement ring being lightened
    And it is done as of today, glad to be of service and wešll move this out right away... Beginning weight lightened by about 20%... The gent's ring is headed for casting, and here's New Wax for the wedding ring, the gal will get her ring not too far behind you if this is a GO... Here's just the gent's ring to look at, wešve modified the ladies already.

    Hey Wing!!! Here they are man!!! Two finely tuned rings, platinum and the ladies decked out with 4mm finely matched diamonds, the gents in the same flavor... Ship tomorrow Wing, start getting excited... We have delicate here and very tasteful at a common sense price too, Imagine that :)
    Adam Nichol's Celtic Treasures are done!
    Rendered centers in 18Kt warm yellow gold, with the framing rails of white gold, this is both bold and exciting for sure. Built to last a lifetime... There must be 100 new patterns in the Celtic Page, and if that were not enough I just finished an exciting new line of Japanese traditional patterns and a medieval series based on the art in the 1300-1500 time period in European history. Exciting and different, enjoy guys!
    Andrea Hendrick's Celtic Creation!!!
    Here's about the coolest celtic rings on planet, the classic celtic swirl pattern was the inspiration for this cool ring, built in 18Kt and cooled out, tis a timeless ring for the ages, and it ships today too guys!!!!!!
    Cheryl Johnson's Ametrine wonder ring!
    Alright you wax carvers out there, eat yer hearts out! Herešs a delicate ring of swirls and curls that revolves around a finely tuned large stone, note how nicely the stone fits into the ring for trouble free wear. Finely detailed and crafted, a joy fer a lifetime... What say you Cheryl??? Time to make this into metal???

    Cheryl Johnson's magnificient mounting is done!!! ...and what a mounting this is at that! Sharply defined and very substantial at that, a lovely way to hold a very large stone in a ring which can be enjoyed daily. Yer a gal Cheryl, you sent me mail about thirty seconds after I uploaded this, you must live on the web :)
    Ann Geesman's Angel Ring
    What to say, how about supremely beautiful ring here with finely defined features, a joy for a lifetime for sure, and a beauty to behold!!! Enjoy Ann, we ship today...
    Daniel Swiney wants a marquise graduated ring
    Here's a wonderful way to assemble a fine looking ring for less, just here for your review Daniel :)
    Brian Deaver's Trio is ready too :)
    Very nice, dotting the center of the repeating hearts with a diamond, and bezel set they will have no prongs to snag... Yer ring is very nice as well, another happy camper I gamble :)
    Boy, is Steve Brandon gonna be suprised!!!!
    Here's the first rate platinum rings we build, but with exceptionally fine and bright emeralds to offset the gal's red hair!!! Massively ornate and detailed, a ring to be enjoyed for a lifetime for sure, another great example of why you never have to pay retail again folks, imagine that!
    Justine Chen's Marvelous Mounting, in Platinum :)
    Based on the Sean McEligot's platinum ring design in my platinum customer page, we have a fine example of a platinum unique ring, just the ticket for a lifetime of enjoyment. All ready to light up yer life Justine :)
    Andy Van Evera's platinum/trillion elegant classic wax
    A new wax, for a different flavor... More of a tiered design than a low slung band sort of ring, this displays the diamonds exceptionally well, and while that shot of the inside of the ring is not one that you'd normally expect to see, it shows this ring will be solid and strong, plus the gallery on the ring tends to lighten it up beautifully... This should knock yer socks off guys, ready to rock yer world :)

    Andy Van Evera's platinum/trillion elegant classic ring is done
    And a finer ring is hard to imagine, for this has the fine princesscut and trim stones it takes for platinum manufacturing, delicate and finely crafted, a treasure for a life time!!!
    Andrew Sawley's Wax is done!
    Here's the wax which was inspired by a computer drawing for Dave Fisher, and while I can't always do these for every job it helped to evolve a wear daily ring of merit and class! Moving right along, waiting fer the "GO"...

    Raise the center Marquise a bit??? Sure, so here's the revised Andrew Sawley's Wax, and you'll note how very nicely this worked out, raising the center to make it the center of the focus in the ring, and still be a smooth channel set/trouble free ring too. Sharp as a tack, ready to head fer the next phase today :) What say you Andrew?

    Andrew Sawley's Engagement ring!!!
    First we had to get this part done, then wešre making twin outer bands in the form following flavor, so we do it this way to make things fit really well. Great style and great look, get excited Andrew!!!
    Andrew Patterson's platinum wonder!
    Here's a finely crafted platinum basket ring, using some very exceptionally well matched diamonds, for a clean and elegant look. Ready to ship Tuesday 11-11 Quality is not dead, itšs hiding in the Oregon woods :)
    Cris Helfrich's major cool idea!!!
    The center will be set in a white gold section, shown in this one piece ring, and the body of the ring will be yellow gold. Sharply defined and interesting not only from top down but from the sides as well, what say you Cris???
    Cynthia Steer's Amazing Tanzanite Adventure.
    So you take a seven millimeter tanzanite and stir it into a floral design from the master wax catalog, set in a bezel to protect the stone, and a really interesting ring is the result, shipped today!!! Enjoy!!!
    Burton Farley's Channelset Wedding Ring
    We're remaking this with bigger stones, in a different style, profiled to really conform to the shape and fullness of the engagement ring. Since the style in the engagement ring is smooth and clean this form of channel set makes full use of that clean line look. Solid and more substantial than the first, ready to rock yer world guys :) We're using finely matched 0.15's this time, for a very impressive difference..

    Here's the finished rings! offered fer yer consideration, wedding ring sports finely matched 0.15's for a full look, and the match is perfect to the engagement ring in style and flavor. Ready for pickup to make yer gal crazy :) .

    Here's that finished lovely platinum wonder Heather :) Shipped today it did (11-5) so you'll be dazzling everyone really soon now, like tomorrow :) Sharp mounting, and the side view is sweet, that gallery work and all that :) Very nifty indeed, congratulations, and ya saved a fortune too!
    11-5 10-19-97 Revised Drawing Guys :)
    Joy & Jeff's Penthouse home for that 2.01 Carat Center
    Here's a fast sketch of what I see for this two carat diamond, the center section is in platinum with the princesscuts set into 18Kt yellow gold. The body of the ring is 18Kt and the Princess cuts are respectively 3.0mm, 2.5mm, 2.00mm for a graduation... Built in a size 7 for you to see scale and design... Ready to begin this when you guys are :)

    So here's the Wax guys! The platinum section center is built, and we've got a major first class wax here to show ya today... Set with graduated princesscuts, really frames this two carat perfectly fine! We're gonna apply the "design" in the metal, so that is omitted fer now, but I wanted you to see the side view and how the tiers work. Jeff's ring is of the same basic size of princesscuts as yours, so the look with be very much a matched set... First class and rock and roll, ready to move to the next stage now :)

    Here's the finished rings guys!!!! Finely tuned, finely crafted, something you can be proud of for a lifetime. This two carat looks smashing in this ring, it's like a watery pool of "E-" colored water, and dat's very white indeed... Jeff's ring is a smart ring too, sharp and well made... Yer is "stunning Joy"... En-Joy :)
    11-5 Roy Kern's Lovely Floral Design, part II
    Drawn directly from the customer's art, converted to postscript and batched together into a new series of plates for celtic design and floral rings, what say you Roy, does this get it?
    Vickie Schafer's Platinum & 18Kt Ring!
    Very cool, and very sharp, "G-VVS2" smokin' center stone set into a fine platinum ring from my Affordable Platinum Selection for all the beauty and quality, at half the going price :) Knowledge is power!!! Note the nice ample thickness for durable trouble free wear? Value and beauty, Imagine that!!! ...and yer car doesn't get a dinged door in the mall parking lot :)
    Roy Kern has been very patient indeed...
    And I just have to get this new plate of floral designs done, along with Roy's idea for his white gold wedding rings. Deeply etched with a well defined pattern, we're ready to ask for yer approval and move to the next stage... I'll bid these rings, the pair, in 18Kt white gold (very hard) at $1000 US
    Ray Danen bought a lovely diamond in a solitaire a while back
    Here's the ring Ray designed for his gal, which we built using platinum, finely matched smaller diamonds and sapphire baguettes, in a ring wrap for the wedding set :) Nice idea Ray, worked out very well indeed :)
    Truc Truong's platinum classic beauty, for the two carat
    So, you take a lovely platinum mounting and die struck crown, stir in a two carat finely cut "E-VVS2" and four finely matched 0.15 carat rounds, and bake for a couple days and what do you have??? A ring for a lifetime and a classic beauty at a price that makes sense in a world gone slightly mad... We're done but I need you to contact me to verify that address to ship to, and that's about that by golly! It's been fun, and enjoy the ring!!!
    Mike Dimitroff's wax is done :)
    Just wanted you to see this before we moved to the next stage, here's that low slung wax, with those fantastic Russian cut 1/3 carats... {Grin}... This has got to be killin' uninspired retailers who might drop by :) ...for your approval Mike :) Here's that ring guys!!! A classic built to last a lifetime, and more :) Here's that Gent's platinum wedding band, engraved to the hilt, along with a lovely platinum ladies wedding band, all sized correctly and ready to go, in fact this is mailed as I speak :) Enjoy!!!
    Dave Fisher's wedding rings
    Dave likes opals, and we've been working on some ideas, so I just wanted to share this here to show clearly that creativity is alive and well at Tradeshop Incorporated, where quality and value co-exist and the customer is King!
    Derek Lipman's platinum rings are done!!!!
    Platinum celtic rings, for the weight and for the look. Finely details and really sharp, try finding these at yer local strip mall folks :) Rings to last a lifetime and more, ready to ship today :)
    Peter Demas & Company, yer rings are done!!!!
    For one of the very nicest people I've met on the internet we've built a set of finely crafted wedding rings, classics for a lifetime. Built using customer's art for an absolutely stunning effect!!! A treasure for a lifetime, and a story about internet, possibilities and a glimpse of the future to come... I want to take a moment and say to Peter "I thank you very much"... Not so much for the order, but rather for allowing me the chance to work with someone like you, seldom have I met someone more graceous and I'd like to count you as a friend... It's been a blast man, yer rings ship today!!!!! Really enjoy, the images do not do justice to the rings, not by a mile!!! Hall of Fame material for sure guys!!!
    Nancy Mroz's opal remake is finished, and it's both sound and safe, with the stones all very well seated... Not likely to have the opal blow out again because the ring flexed, but that's just engineered jewelry... Something we know well here :)
    Mark Yeater's evolving ring idea...
    So Mark, we've carved another wax which addresses those points you wanted, so now is the time for that wax approval so we can set about building yet another fine heirloom. Waiting on you Mark, we're ready to go :)
    Derek Wolf's Platinum castings finally came out perfectly!
    Talk about a bad run of luck, this is the third time this wax was carved, the first two castings were shot full of mico-pits and tiny problems, and while most would try to fake it and deliver, I had to make this just right... In to setting today, shipping early next week so that by the weekend you'll be styling and most pleased... Really sorry fer the delay :)

    Here's that semi-set video snap I promised, later today the center will be set and we are ready to start this moving towards you!!! Sorry it took so long, but I hope that a ring that lasts forever, wonderfully built in the flavor of the ring you had, will light up your life :) "Enjoy!"

    But wait!!! Here's the finished ring we just shipped to you!!!
    Sorry that this took so darned long, but well worth the wait I trust. I really pulled out the stops for m,y vid-snaps, but they don't come close to the "coolness" I see here!!! Enjoy!!!

    Hey Hey Ron!!!! Here they are man!!!!
    We have a massively killer ring here bub, with serious attention to detail and beautiful (off the scale) stones!!! Lovely and sound, a treasured item for a lifetime for sure :) ..."where'd those nutz go :)"
    Stephen Davis's Wax Modification...
    The first Wax was nice but the stones were spaced equally, and what Stephen wanted was three groups of two, so we carved a new wax just to do that... Also the gent's ring is now more uniform in thickness, with no taper... Ready to rock Stephen :) Ready to make another fine platinum set for another web visitor :)

    Here's the finished Rings! Finely engraved and detailed... A treasured family heirloom for sure, we like building out reputation and customer base one gorgeous ring like this at a time :) Enjoy!!!!
    Lorin Lee's gold fantasy engraved wonder!!!
    Yeah folks, that's right... Another lovely example of a hand made finely tuned classic engraved mounting. Sorry about that free cut of coffee, or those retail premium stuffed toys, we'd rather give our customers honest value, exceptional quality and low prices... "Darn!"
    Jim Mirazita's Family Heirloom!!!
    A finely crafted wax for the emerald cut, and channel set side stones for a troublefree ring. To call this a classic is to fall short of the mark, excellence by design... Ready to rock and roll :)

    Drat!!! This casting did not come out :( I have the wax carver coming down on Saturday to carve the new wax, and well move this right along. Sorry, but if it's not right I just can't "fake it"... Gotta cast this over and do it right, and I will have that done instantly! Here's that casting finally Jim!!! and it came out fantastically too man!!! We're heading for a world class job now, thanks for the time to recast this and make it "smokin' fine"... Thank you so much!!!! When that flask with your ring, and Derick Wolf's blew out I felt like "crap"... Now I'm happy as a clam, go figure :)

    Here's the finished ring guys!!!!
    Alan Faulkner's lovely 1.01 Carat needs a home!!!
    Here's a sweet group of rings with bagguettes, set exceptionally well and ready to add that crown for a stunning effect. No reason to pay retail Alan, enjoy the quality, enjoy the value!
    Tommy Cheatam's lovely platinum classic ring
    Sharp and well defined, built to last a lifetime. This lovely ring ships today to Tommy, with a lovely 0.77 "D-VS1" set in the center, but not just any diamond... Massively classic math makes this stone stand out a light year from the rest, so if you thought you had to pay too much for well cut stones just bookmark my diamond mines and save!!!
    Peter Demas has a lovely celtic idea
    Which I think works quite nicely, note the ends for a bit of a more tie-up look... Let me know what you think Peter, I have a lovely set of rings to build :)
    Andy Goldberg, yer ring is done and ready to rock!!!
     Remember that classic 1.40 Carat diamond you bought from me??? That ultra fine cut "G-VS1" with the GIA certificate??? Well man, here's the ring, polished and ready to send out there to make someone really happy :) Ready to rock Andy : Imagine that!
    Janet Sosalla's Platinum Beauty
    The project has begun, and the wax is carved for a designer very nice platinum mounting using the customer's fine trillion diamond. Soon to be in platinum for a smashing look, give me a call when yer ready to move to the metal stage :)

    Janet Sosalla's Rough Platinum castings
    Scary, right? {Grin}... These castings came out perfectly, and now we'll be finishing the ring, then welding on the bezel for the "blue diamond", then polish and setting... Enjoy!!
    Mark Painter :)
    Here that platinum fantasy set of rings, highly ornate, tapered sapphires, decked out fine... It was fun to first draw this then have the fun of watching it come into the real world... Thanks so much for trusting me to build this :) I just touched these up enough to vid-snap, that being a fairly low rez thang, but here's Image of the waxes, and now I'm proud to show you the finished rings!

    So, what about that gent's ring already?!? Got that covered too Mark, here's a beautiful ring, hand engraved in the style of the other rings... Enjoy :)
    Tanya Nigh's color stones classic ring
    Here's three colored gems, twin peridots that John Miller cut for Tanya, and the center stone she already head. Here's a fine wax that has been rendered for Tanya's approval...
    Hey Joseph! Remember that Marquise?
    You were asking about a nice ring for it, and here's a few variations I think just right, all take pegtop crowns so any will work with your Marquise... Pick one and call me :)_
    Andy Goldberg's Platinum Classic
    Here's the wax for your approval Andy, note the delicate look and the fishtail open gallery work, this will be so much nicer than that cobbled together patched ring, besides it's scaled to look great with the center stone... That was never gonna happen with the old ring :) Waiting fer the "GO" Andy :)
    Mark Yeater's Revised Drawing
    This shows a lower profile ring, with the stones woven into the cross over style design that Mark originally liked. Ready to rock when you give the "GO" Mark :)
    Karl Liebat and company :)
    Man, do we have a ring here, and I really think this idea you had of combining things you saw from various styles out there is neat! The heart is so well defined that it's sure to be loved by all... I think we got a wonderful ring here, how about you?!? {Grin}...

    ...drumm roll please... Here's the wax with the diamond set in place, so you can see the way the stones and the ring works better. Yes this will be less substantial when finished, for the process involves filing and finishing so there will be a very delicate feel in this ring :)

    Karl Liebat
    Here's that lovely ring done, stones set and the ring ready to wear and enjoy for a life time. Hope my video snap does justice to this lovely ring, we're ready to deliver Karl :)
    Jay Stanger's Heirloom Wonder!!!
    Man, yer going to go "Nuclear" over this one man!!! From that lovely citrine to this smashingly fine 1.05 "F-VS1" lovely diamond tucked into a treasured ring, rebuilt with a new stout shank and re-engraved to recapture the flavor of the ring, a wonder to behold. {Grinning excessively widely now}...
    Brother Peter Schlosser :) We have one on one darned fine ring here young man, built of 18Kt gold and twin framing platinum bands, with a center crown installed which is both safe and beautiful... Thought you should see this today, just to make ya nuts :)
    Mary Frumkin sent me a very cool mounting idea, a copy of a picture that she really likes... Strange that I happen to have this blank in stock, exactly the same ring by the way, in warm 14Kt gold... Der blank is $200... {Grin}... Thought you'd like that... The diamonds (8 fine Marquise = 0.83 Carats @ $950) and about $100 labor puts this on yer hand, in in yer life :) Turn around time about three days :)

    Remember that humble blank Mounting? Well, now this is fully decked out in finely tuned marquise diamonds, set up and ready to set the center stone... Fun to show the steps, and the way that things go together. Hope yer having as much fun as I on these pages... I hope you enjoy.
    Joji Yokoyama has a friend :) His friend drew his ring, and I translated it and had Tim Nielsen carve the basic outline to show the shape thus far. We'll cut the channels after you see, and approve, the basic shape... Closely following the design, but designed to wear in the "real world", a nice ring for sure, here's the wax...

    Here's the stones inset that I think look the best :)
    Eric Johnson! Your ring is done!!! Here's the finely crafted, and dramatically engraved, ring which we had talked about building. Glad to work with you on such a unique and interesting project... Give this a touch and drive down here and let's show you this sweetheart :)
    Michael Oertling just got this lovely home for his new diamond tonight, a finely tuned platinum beauty, I just pulled up Friday night on this ring, and I'll start the setting process Monday... We have a fantastic home for a beautiful round diamond, and with trim square fine quality sapphires this ring will be a "killer" for sure... I engrave/sculpt these myself, so I take a great deal of pride in them, love to show you even the unpolished version, too tired tonight to continue... Nice start for Monday though :) Love the web, I can show you the "stages" of custom...

    Hey Michael Oretling!!!     I thought about this ring all night last night, so I got up early and set the stones, and finished the engraving. "I just had to see this finished!" Not yet polished, I thought it would be fun to show you your new ring guys, finely detailed and very cool, this is ready to ship Monday, and I thank you again for honoring me by letting me build this for you!!! Great fun!!!! Another family heirloom quality mounting for a web customer, how entirely cool... ...and all via the web, imagine that!
    Dale Frank Sent me a wax, something to give us an idea of what the perfect ring should be, in platinum and warm 18Kt for the shank... Set with 10 matched 0.03 carat finely matched melle, this will be a knock out. I'm going to upload Dale's art work later, fantastic issustration of what he wanted, combined with a basic wax for broad reference, and out comes a finely tuned ring for the ages... ...and nearly as amazing as the story behind it too :) *Of note is the place where the shank comes up to the platinum center section is nicely "organically bulbed" for a more natural flowing shape, and the ring will be strong too :) ...by design :) Dale, time to give me a call :) We're ready to rock yer world :) Note This beautiful ring will be cast in platinum with an 18Kt shank... We're already into the casting process here, we came down Easter to set this up for Dale...

    The "Finished Ring"... ...Set with a CZ Center and heavy prongs so the local talent can install the center after your trip :) Couldn't forget you Dale, I'm going to build a page on this, the vid snap (while not high/rez) are great :)

    I want to take a moment here, and point out Dale Frank's drawings, and workup's that he FAXed me about building his "Dream Ring"... For while we indeed rendered Dale's ideas into metal and diamonds here's what I had to work with...
    1. Here's the project over-view illustrated
    2. Engineered exploded view blueprints, simply amazing....
    3. Sharp top down, and slice views, is this great, or what?!?!
    *So, while I'd threatened Dale in the past with hoisting these up to show the professionals in jewelry how it's done, and what happens when you add engineering and planning to craftspersonship and experience... We make a killer team there Dale, and now the world knows too :) ...and I wish the industry took this sort of care writing up special order, it would make life sooooo much easier!
    Peter Haeberli,
    just bought a beautiful 1.33 carat Diamond (F-SI1) for this project, and matching high color Ceylon Sapphires, the ring is made from platinum and detailed for a fine look... Low to the hand, bridework, substantially built for a lifetime of enjoyment... ...now if I mentioned that this was under $2K that might amaze, but imagine the ring with sapphires ready to set the center for less than $1.5K... ...and tailored to taste, like a fine suit... {Grin} Welcome to my world folks :)
    Wing Lee, Rounded the shank more, five stones per side of say 0.03 carats... Nice :) We're going to do the diamond melle for just a "touch of brightness" so that we can make the ring more interesting.
    Here's the custom wax rendering!!!
    Here's the rough casting :)
    While the rough casting is something one would not really love showing the customer, I think it's really cool to see things "come together" like this, so excuse the rough finish from casting but here's another world class project being "born"... {Grin}...
    Here's that finished ring! ... Imagine, designer quality like this, without the high prices or snotty attitude... {Grin}... ...well, the high prices anyway :)
    Benjamin Nason Lipchak,
    Just had me build a beautiful platinum ring, using a beautiful 3.00 Carat Sapphire and twin matched side diamonds... Imagine this folks, a gem sapphire, finely crafted platinum mounting, over 0.60 carats of diamonds ("F-VVS1" & "F-VS") for under $4,500??? Welcome to my world people, take a look at this beautiful ring via the link :)
    Celtic & Custom Spoken Here

    Seth Bradley and Christine wanted ancient celtic design in their rings. We built these rings using 5 x 7mm oval Chatam Alexandarites, and cool 18Kt white gold... The art was supplied by the customer too, a pointer to an image in a celtic design book... ...nice aren't they? {Grin} I encourage you to explore these pages, and to dream too :) ...for the one thing you will see here is that your dreams can come true in precious metal and gems for less than you might think.
    Explore the custom celtic page, it's growing fast!
    Dramatically Sculptured Classics
    Do be sure and check out the ornate platinum and gold mountings we produce, loveingly one at a time. We can build for your existing stones, or take a style and flavor perhaps shown with different shape or size stone and build one exactly right for you, carving a new wax to meet the need. You'll find these mountings affordable and beautiful, substantial and finely crafted. I have now developed stock patterns for 1/2 carat rounds, 1-1.25 carat rounds and a two carat flavor as well, and you can order these in platinum or gold too! High quality does not need to mean too expensive any longer, most of these mountings are in the $1,000 range in platinum, and less in gold...
    Mike Mills Much of the flavor of this mounting comes in the style of the Alfred Harding's ring, deeply etched and engraved for a marvelous look, and weighty feel... A timeless classic, styles not only for beauty but also for long life and lasting. Isn't that what a family heirloom is suppose to be folks??? The emerald bagguettes are for color but add nicely to the effect, don't you think??? Here's the Wax Mike!!! I really like the way that this is going to shape up, a nice body to engrave upon is the first step :) Finished ring!!! All engraved and detailed Had great fun engraving this, was really fun to watch a drawing come to life... The over all ring is stunning!!!! Thanks again for allowing me to build this for you, "Designer quality without the high prices or attitude"... This ring says it all {Grin}...
    For Mr. Will Crook I did a sketch to show what a restyled copy of this platinum ring might look like, original scanned image beside the rendering... Imagine that!
    Randal Strauss
    This is the most creative, and interesting job, take a look and see :)
    NEW IN HOUSE STOCK Platinum Ornate Mountings!
    *I've started stocking our hand made platinum rings, ready to ship :)
    Quality is not dead folks, it's just getting harder to find, so remember to bookmark this page before you forget :)
    This is the video snap of the finished platinum mounting, with the new matched bagguettes channel-set into the nice lush rails, substantially and securely to be enjoyed for a life-time... Shipped 01/19/96
    FAX (503) 256-3794 for your estimate today!

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