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To ask for a jewellery thread?

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JuvenileBigfoot · 15/04/2025 20:11

I always love the jewellery threads and today I picked up a really special piece.

My great aunt had a large Topaz ring which I always loved and she specified that I get it when she died. I've finally got around to having it reset and I absolutely love it!

Can I see your pieces?

To ask for a jewellery thread?
To ask for a jewellery thread?
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JuvenileBigfoot · 16/04/2025 12:06

pukekokekup · 16/04/2025 11:30

Thanks, yes those 3 are all vintage. I do also buy modern stacking rings. For vintage rings, if you are buying online from ebay, etsy etc, make sure you buy from reputable sellers (dealers), check their reviews and terms and conditions. I will never buy a piece of fine jewllery if seller doesnt allow return. Also I would ask for photos of ring being worn on a finger if they are not in the listing. It helps me to get an idea how big or small the ring really is and whether it would suit me.

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That's a great tip!

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pukekokekup · 16/04/2025 11:30

Obvnotthegolden · 16/04/2025 11:11

They are all so beautiful 😍 are they all vintage? Any tips for buying?

Op your ring is stunning as well and suits your hands.

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Thanks, yes those 3 are all vintage. I do also buy modern stacking rings. For vintage rings, if you are buying online from ebay, etsy etc, make sure you buy from reputable sellers (dealers), check their reviews and terms and conditions. I will never buy a piece of fine jewllery if seller doesnt allow return. Also I would ask for photos of ring being worn on a finger if they are not in the listing. It helps me to get an idea how big or small the ring really is and whether it would suit me.

Obvnotthegolden · 16/04/2025 11:11

pukekokekup · 15/04/2025 23:22

Bautiful ring, specially if it came from your family member. I love vintage rings and usually buy one for each celebrationGrin

They are all so beautiful 😍 are they all vintage? Any tips for buying?

Op your ring is stunning as well and suits your hands.

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JuvenileBigfoot · 16/04/2025 11:09

Sahara123 · 16/04/2025 10:58

I have a ring from my late Mil, and also one from my late Granny in law , they were both lovely ladies and I find myself sometimes putting one of the rings on as I need a bit of Granny comforting!

Ah that's lovely!
I also have a ring my dad bought me for my 30th birthday which I wear when I want him around.
(Although really my sister bought it. He just paid!)

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Sahara123 · 16/04/2025 10:58

I have a ring from my late Mil, and also one from my late Granny in law , they were both lovely ladies and I find myself sometimes putting one of the rings on as I need a bit of Granny comforting!

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JuvenileBigfoot · 16/04/2025 10:41

IHeartHalloumi · 16/04/2025 07:18

Lovely ring! Can I be nosy and ask roughly what remodelling cost? I have a second hand ring (on holiday so can't post a pic) which I like but in a chunkier setting than I'd like. Emerald but with a visible flaw so might not be worth remodelling it though.

It was £1300, I let them keep the gold and sold them another ring which came off the price.

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IHeartHalloumi · 16/04/2025 07:18

Lovely ring! Can I be nosy and ask roughly what remodelling cost? I have a second hand ring (on holiday so can't post a pic) which I like but in a chunkier setting than I'd like. Emerald but with a visible flaw so might not be worth remodelling it though.

pukekokekup · 16/04/2025 07:13

Bigcat25 · 16/04/2025 01:09

Wow, PukekokeKup, those are amazing rings! I'm very picky about jewelery settings and I'm surprised to see such modern settins in vintage rings. The gold ruby? and sapphire are stunning.

Thank you, yes, its 15ct ruby and gold, quite unusual but I Iove it. The sapphire one is 18ct diamond and ceylon sapphire.

Oakcupboard · 16/04/2025 05:44

Such a beautiful ring, looks really good on you too

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JuvenileBigfoot · 16/04/2025 05:41

pukekokekup · 15/04/2025 23:22

Bautiful ring, specially if it came from your family member. I love vintage rings and usually buy one for each celebrationGrin

They're all gorgeous!

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Llori · 16/04/2025 01:34

Absolutely beautiful ring btw OP.

Llori · 16/04/2025 01:32

Bigcat25 · 15/04/2025 23:01

Aw, that's so nice. I have a few pins from a great aunt I was named after, admired, but never met. I haven't worn them bc they are hard to wear, and/or damaged, but I should.

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Have a chat with a silver/goldsmith? They would be able to remodel the pins into a piece of jewellery you love.

A friend had some inherited jewellery remodelled into a bangle - the goldsmith melted the gold and reset the stones in a contemporary design. It's stunning.

Bigcat25 · 16/04/2025 01:09

Wow, PukekokeKup, those are amazing rings! I'm very picky about jewelery settings and I'm surprised to see such modern settins in vintage rings. The gold ruby? and sapphire are stunning.

pukekokekup · 16/04/2025 00:04

tothelefttotheleft · 15/04/2025 23:40

@pukekokekup

Where do you get your jewellery from?

Some are from antique jewllery shops, some from sellers online like Etsy, ebay. Whenever I visit a new city I always keep an eye on jewllery shops. It takes ages to find one I like and also within budget. I am yet to look for one for my birthday which was a month agoWink.

PenguinChops · 15/04/2025 23:44

That’s lovely OP. Really nice piece

I collect little bits of antique jewellery here and there. Recent pieces have been a 1913 Chester assayed 18 carat gold pink tourmaline ring and an 1860 18 carat gold snake ring with diamond eyes and a sapphire head.

tothelefttotheleft · 15/04/2025 23:40

@pukekokekup

Where do you get your jewellery from?

pukekokekup · 15/04/2025 23:22

Bautiful ring, specially if it came from your family member. I love vintage rings and usually buy one for each celebrationGrin

To ask for a jewellery thread?
To ask for a jewellery thread?
To ask for a jewellery thread?
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JuvenileBigfoot · 15/04/2025 23:18

Bigcat25 · 15/04/2025 23:01

Aw, that's so nice. I have a few pins from a great aunt I was named after, admired, but never met. I haven't worn them bc they are hard to wear, and/or damaged, but I should.

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Aw yes you should!
Or if not, have them re modelled. I admit I felt a bit guilty changing the ring, but then I figured she'd rather I wear it then keep.it in mt jewellery box so she'd be fine with it 😊

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Bigcat25 · 15/04/2025 23:01

Aw, that's so nice. I have a few pins from a great aunt I was named after, admired, but never met. I haven't worn them bc they are hard to wear, and/or damaged, but I should.

TakeMe2Insanity · 15/04/2025 23:00

JuvenileBigfoot · 15/04/2025 22:58

Ah thank you so much. She didn't have children of her own, she was a huge part of my dad's life and she treated me and my sister like her own grandchildren. I miss her terribly. Sounds silly but even though it didn't suit my style, I would wear the ring to things I knew she'd have enjoyed so she could experience it with me.

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Thats such a beautiful way if seeing things.

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JuvenileBigfoot · 15/04/2025 22:58

Bigcat25 · 15/04/2025 22:54

I think your great aunt would be comforted to know that her loved items were being worn, appreciated, and staying in the family.

The ring looks beautiful and modern.

Ah thank you so much. She didn't have children of her own, she was a huge part of my dad's life and she treated me and my sister like her own grandchildren. I miss her terribly. Sounds silly but even though it didn't suit my style, I would wear the ring to things I knew she'd have enjoyed so she could experience it with me.

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Bigcat25 · 15/04/2025 22:54

I think your great aunt would be comforted to know that her loved items were being worn, appreciated, and staying in the family.

The ring looks beautiful and modern.

TomatoSandwiches · 15/04/2025 22:03

Very pretty 😍

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JuvenileBigfoot · 15/04/2025 22:00

Bigcat25 · 15/04/2025 21:57

Lovely! Can I ask what metal you had it reset in, op? I find it hard to tell white metals apart.

Congrats on being ready to wear your heirloom.

It's white gold. I know it's not the most durable and I'll have to have it dipped at some point but the platinum option was eye wateringly expensive! I won't be wearing it at work though so that will hopefully prolong it.

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Bigcat25 · 15/04/2025 21:57

Lovely! Can I ask what metal you had it reset in, op? I find it hard to tell white metals apart.

Congrats on being ready to wear your heirloom.