Finger Flair

So, normally I know that I'm all about trying to help you look fabulous on a budget.  I don't often talk about rings that are more than $100, unless they are exceptionally beautiful.  But, you never know who might be reading, right?  I mean, what if some bored countess was reading my blog and she was looking for a great deal on something incredibly lavish?  Well, I don't want to let her down, right?  Nope.

So, here ya go, Countess!  This platinum and gold cocktail ring features a brown/purple/pink radiant cut diamond sided by two yellow cushion cut diamonds.   And, it's a size 6, so it's perfect for you!  And, at $135,600 you won't even have to sell one of your smaller islands to afford it!  Huzzah!  400-year-old champagne for everyone!

Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold Fancy Brown-Purple-Pink Radiant Cut Diamond Ring with Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Side Stones (GIA Certified 1.15 ct center, 3.28 cttw), Size 6 List Price: $149,160.00 Sale Price: $135,600.00 You save: $13,560.00 (9%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Temporarily out of stock. Order now and we'll deliver when available. We'll e-mail you with an estimated delivery date as soon as we have more information. Your credit card will not be charged until we ship the item.

My favorite part about this one is the "Free Shipping!".  Heh.  I don't think the Princess of Latvia cares much about the cost of shipping when she just shelled out $135k for the world's most fantastic cocktail ring.... that she's only going to wear one night.

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Today's ring adventure started out a little differently.  Usually I just wander around Amazon until something strikes my fancy and then it all goes from there.  Today, I woke up remembering Puzzle Rings.  See, growing up my best friend had a rough, world-traveling uncle.  To us he seemed like Indiana Jones or something.  He always had some sort of "tough guy" job like working on an oil rig or crewing a ship or fighting sharks.  (Ok, that last one might be an exaggeration).  As a result of all his travels, he had all sorts of neat little treasures that he bought along the way.

His puzzle ring was, to us, like some sort of other-worldly treasure.  I think his was made of 13 different pieces?  He would show it to us, but never let us touch it because he said it was so difficult to assemble the ring.  Of course we bugged him like crazy to just touch it a teensie bit.  Finally, he relented and, in under three seconds, we had somehow accidentally taken it apart.  I just remember watching as this beautiful jewelry treasure transformed into a bunch of tiny hoops right before our eyes.  Whoops.

Don't worry, he was able to get the ring back together.... several hours later.

Gents 14K Yellow/White Gold Two Tone Puzzle Ring List Price: $1,610.35 Sale Price: $912.53

Description

Security Jewelers is an 85 year old family store located in Duluth,MN. We are members of the American Gem Society. All diamonds used in our jewelry are conflict free and 100% in compliance with the Kimberly Code of Conduct...

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After focusing on inexpensive rings for the last few posts, I wanted to indulge my "sweet tooth" for some decadent jewelry.  But, and I'm blaming this on summer, I still wanted to look at cocktail rings.  Something about the sun makes me want to hop from patio to patio, sipping cocktails and mingling all the way.

So, when I went hunting for some new jewelry this morning I knew two things:

1. I had my heart set on a cocktail ring
2. I was craving Topaz for some reason

I can't explain it, but I knew there was a beautiful topaz cocktail ring out there and I just had to see it.  Now, I'm not sure I can afford this little beauty, but that doesn't mean I can't leave my browser window open to this page and fantasize all day long.  *sigh*  Some day, beautiful topaz ring.  Some day you will be mine!

Anyway, the ring is 10k yellow gold and the stones are Citrine, Pink Tourmaline and White Topaz.  I think I had more to say about it, but I keep looking at the picture and getting slightly hypnotized.  Take a peak for yourself.

10k Yellow Gold 2.55 Ct Citrine, Pink Tourmaline & White Topaz Cocktail Ring Sale Price: $669.99   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Description

10k Yellow Gold 2.55 Ct Citrine, Pink Tourmaline & White Topaz Cocktail Ring

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Wow! Look at this ring and I think you'll agree that it is just breathtaking. Completely stunning! I noticed it because Amazon is currently having a 60% off of selected Valentine's Day Jewelry sale and this was on of the pieces that was included in the safe. I almost wonder if it was an oversight because at the 64% discount, you are saving over $900!! Anyway, enough gabbing. Check it out for yourself!

10k Yellow Gold Machine Set Diamond Ring (1/2 cttw, I-J Color, I3 Clarity), Size 7 List Price: $1,485.23 Sale Price: $585.99 You save: $899.24 (61%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours

Description

Ten shimmering round diamonds (1/2 cttw) are precision set into a channel across the top of this radiant 10 karat gold ring. The band has a slight domed shape with decorative textured borders and a comfortable smooth polished interior...

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So, I noticed that Amazon was having a "Secret Sale" right now.  I'm not sure how secret it is, since it's right there in the Today's Deals section of the site.  But, I'll be honest with you here, I don't care.  It's a fantastic excuse to go shopping!  I found a beautiful 14k White or Yellow Gold Diamond Ring that is actually 74% off!  That's a savings of $257.41!?!  Take a peak and I think you'll agree that Amazon must be insane.

14k Choice of White or Yellow Gold Burnished Diamond Ring

That's the White Gold version (because I'm a sucker for White Gold).  But, they have it in Yellow Gold as well.  I don't know how many folks got Giftcards for Xmas, but here's a good way to really stretch that card as far as you can.

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I was looking for suggestions for finding special rings when hoganfe, on Twitter, suggested a combination (like Aqua and Red).  That was enough to get me looking around and it resulted in my finding a brilliant Black Opal 14K Ring.

Just look at this picture to see the play-of-color magic in this Australian Black Opal.

Black Opal 14K Ring Fire red violet aqua opale opalo

You should really go look at the auction on eBay because there are six, or so, pictures that really show how dynamic the play-of-color is in this stone.  What a unique ring!  The buy it now price is $284.62, down from $379.50 and you can also make an offer on the ring, if you feel like a lucky haggler.

The metal is 14k yellow gold and the stone is an Australian black opal in an oval shape.  The stone is 1.59 carat.  Here are some more notes from the auction:

A Large 1.59 carat Oval BLACK Opal with BRIGHT B3 PINFIRE and Flagstone Block Patterns of REDS, BLUES, ORANGES, YELLOWS and INDIGO in a N4 BLACK base density. This 10.5x8.3 mm Opal Oval is protected by a 13x11 mm Bezel mounting and size 7 ring with 2.00 Grams of Solid 14K Gold beauty. The Play-Of-Color of this Opal is B3 BRIGHT, RICH to Medium Color Saturation, Constantly Changing Shapes and Flashes against the Base Density N4 (BLACK) that usually appears as Dark Grey, Blueish or Violet variations of the natural Opal's Play-Of-Color.

In Sunlight and Bright Tungsten lighting, more secondary colors will be enjoyed - LIME, MAGENTA, VIOLET, SALMON ORANGE and GREEN. This Opal is a 'face up' gemstone that shows its very brightest when the viewing light is beaming straight into the opal's face and back to your eyes as if the sun were shining over your shoulder while you admired its Play-Of-Color.

Happy ring hunting!

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This 14K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver 7 MM Citrine Ring from Katarina Jewelry is a new arrival.  And after talking about the Canary & White Diamond 18k Two-tone Gold Vintage Antique Style Engagement Ring, I felt like I should review something that normal people can afford.  Well, at $120, this ring is certainly affordable.  But, what's better, it sure doesn't look it!  Set in the rich yellow gold and sterling silver, the Citrine absolutely sparkles!  This ring is simple and beautiful and would work well with just about any outfit.  At 46% off of the list price, I wouldn't expect this deal to stick around.  Best to jump on this lil' beauty right away!

14K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver 7 MM Citrine Ring

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