I realized that this yellow stands out precisely when it's surrounded by the same yellow.
The customer brought in a 0.3ct loose yellowish diamond. Placed in a tray as a bare stone, it was quietly present, making no demands.
As I listened to their requests, I once again appreciated their discerning eye. Not too delicate. Not too gorgeous, not too formal. A ring that makes a statement on its own—though the words were concise, an unwavering individuality shone through. This is someone with a refined aesthetic that avoids the commonplace.
For this diamond and this customer's requests, I felt 'Loaf' was the only choice.
The 440 Basic - Loaf Ring is a design inspired by sugarloaf-cut gemstones. Rounded beads are connected to envelop the entire ring, meticulously finished one by one by skilled artisans. It's simple yet possesses an undeniable presence that you can't let go of. That's the kind of ring it is.
A yellow diamond is set in the center of this 'Loaf'.
The same yellow hues quietly resonate. The stone and metal melt together, enhancing each other's brilliance—this is the most beautiful moment of this ring. Crafted with generous gold, its durability allows it to be worn every day without worry, a unique characteristic of this design.
In fact, on the same day, this customer also requested another piece: the reform of a London Blue Topaz ring. That story is featured in the previous blog post.
Custom-made diamond ring
Item: Ring
Material: K18YG
Gemstone: Diamond 0.383ct
Production: Approx. 2 months
Design: Kanae Omori
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