I had this idea in my head for a while to do some halo design inspired rings. I finally carved a couple wax models for these new design prototypes.
The halo tops were turned on a Foredom lath and then attached to stubby prongs on a hand carved rounded ring band. This gives it a "flying saucer just landed on a ring" look :)
The first ring would be for faceted 5mm stones like diamonds, moissanites, sapphires etc. The center stone would be set flush into the halo. I guess small tiny gem stones could be flush set all around to give it even more sparkle. But usually I go more for the understated look, I prefer the cleaner version without added small sparkles on the wide rim.
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| Wax model of Halo ring with moissanite |
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| Side view showing the elevated Halo top |
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| Underside of Halo ring |
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| Ring on hand |
The second design is for a one-of-a-kind giant tourmalinated quartz with an unusual buff cut. This will be a freaking gigantic cocktail ring :) I added later 4 flat prongs to the inside of the halo to hold the stone.
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| Halo ring for unusual black needle quartz |
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| Side view |
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| Wax model shown worn on hand |
The rings are already cast but I still have to find time to do all the finishing work. Might take a while since April seems to be a very busy month for me.
