stephanie
14K White Gold. diamond. sapphire
The original ring looked just like her mother's except that where there lived sapphires, her Mom's held rubies. A traditional take on the wedding band. Let's be clear, no judgements there. It was just that as time went on, (12 years to be exact) Stephanie's tastes had changed. 12 years later it was time to reinvent her ring. This time with more of "her" in it, more story, more personality. Here's what we started with.
The symbolism in this piece is vast and expansive. Though the original design was inspired by a vintage ring, there are no accidents here. We considered every angle and created meaning behind each and every design element.
We chose to re-use the original diamond in its original platinum setting and we built the ring around it. That way, part of the metal that was there in the beginning and that bore witness to their vows would remain.
12 diamonds represent their 12 years of marriage and a turning point in their relationship. This halo around the original diamond would also serve as the "wedding band" since the intention was to create just one.
4 sapphires pay homage to the original ring, but a new shaped stone, for a new future.
A flat almost modern shank would act as companion to John's wide, simple, pipe fit band.
Finally, an engraving on the inside. The rhythm to The First Circle by Pat Metheny.. (click to watch the youtube video) An echo on the innermost portion of hers that is the mate to the one engraved on the inside of his.