topic Re: Because it's almost March in Jewelry

Because it's almost March

smarty — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 21:48:19 GMT

And I only own one piece of JR aqua (the milky and iolite ring, which I adore) I figured I had best snap these lovelies up before they disappear! I'd love to hear thoughts on J281216 (milky monaco) and J279469 (band ring).

Re: Because it's almost March

Sammycat1 — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 23:17:41 GMT

I own the second, one, the aquamarine band ring -- love it and wear it often. My ring has a nice medium shade...it's not top-grade but the stones have great clarity and most definitely are that famous blue-slight green shade. It has a very nice presence on the hand -- bolder than most band rings but very comfortable to wear.

Hope this helps!

Re: Because it's almost March

Flyersfan — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 23:19:18 GMT

The band ring is probably my favorite ring of all time. I love the color, size and everyday nature of it. I wear it all the time and choose it over flashier pieces I own. I own the golden beryl as well in the same style and would own the morganite if it would have been in silver and not a clad. If she comes out with this style in other gemstones, I will purchase several. To me this is an easy one to recommend. I also love the matching cuff but that is a significant investment. You cannot go wrong with it.

Re: Because it's almost March

motherinlaw — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 01:29:36 GMT

My first pieces of Ripka aqua chalcedony are to arrive by Easter. I placed an order for some JR2 several months ago.

It is such a soft, pretty stone....will be beautiful for Easter and Spring!

Re: Because it's almost March

Sir Cancelot — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 02:22:48 GMT

Spring, what a lovely word......

Re: Because it's almost March

Beach Baby 1 — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 02:24:01 GMT

Hi, Smarty!

I love blues and admired the Milky Aqua Doublet Monaco ring once I saw it on a Ripkanista friend at lunch. And, when it went on clearance I thought i would get it. Received it a few days ago, wore it and love it. It is a keeper. Beautiful blue that goes with so much but really goes well with my JR2 nautica bracelet, blue quartz doublet enhancer and more. Plus, I like to wear just metal pieces with a ring as a pop of color and this is a beauty.

Go for it or them, as the case may be!!

Re: Because it's almost March

smarty — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 05:02:16 GMT

Thanks Ladies! Really appreciate the opinions. I have both ordered and can't wait to get them. This weekend was a little taste of spring, but we are supposed to get snow later this week...so I definitely need some things to remind me that spring is coming soon!

Re: Because it's almost March

BGDC — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 16:33:56 GMT

Smarty,

I love my milky Monaco. The size and shape are perfect. The dmq on sides is not blackened, so it has a different feel than the other Monaco's. There is no glow on this stone, but the crystal makes it sparkle. Mine has some kind of a light dot in it - don't know what causes it to be that way. It was a gift, so I kept it as it was and look at it as a personalization so to speak. I will look for a pic for you. I wear it often and like it a lot. I hope Judith does this ring in more colors.

Re: Because it's almost March

smarty — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 17:47:03 GMT

Thanks again! BGDC I would love to see your photos.

Re: Because it's almost March

BGDC — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 17:47:55 GMT

Re: Because it's almost March

smarty — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 20:32:51 GMT

Thanks BGDC! That is gorgeous...now I am even more excited than before! What a lovely color blue...hope mine is as beautiful!

Re: Because it's almost March

smarty — Wed, 26 Feb 2014 17:04:10 GMT

Hi ladies, well I just received the aqua band ring J279469...STUNNING!!! For $139 it is one of the best bargains going. My stones are a lovely soft blue (trending a bit more yellow/green but not like a blue topaz)...they are a gorgeous shade of blue. The color is a medium depth, not at all washed out or pale. The stones are crystal clear and beautifully cut to maximize sparkle. This ring looks way more expensive, and is very comfortable on my hand. It has a nice presence, not too large, but not small either. I can stack it with the plain berge band, with a dmq 7 stone, or wear it by itself. It is a definite keeper for me. I would love a pair of aqua earrings to go with this ring.

Still waiting on the milky aqua monaco ring...that will hopefully be here tomorrow!