VIRTUAL CONSULTATIONS
Whilst things will undoubtedly be different this year, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy life’s
most luxurious pleasures. The enchantment still flows at Steven Stone.
The Stone way has always been to provide our clients with the utmost in bespoke service, which
is why we are offering 1-on-1 virtual consultations over the lockdown period.
Whether you’d like to talk about the diamond you have had your heart set or you want to discuss
an engagement ring you have seen on our website, we’re just one click away.
It could be something as simple as booking a repair in. Or detailing how the process works when
creating precious memories. Our experts are here to help whatever the occasion.
Your safety. Our priority.
The safety of our customers has always been our number one priority.
When we were allowed to open our doors and welcome clients back, we went above and beyond when
putting COVID safety measures in place.
And now we are giving you the chance to experience the Stone lore from home. We want to ensure
that every client gets the full Steven Stone experience, which is why our virtual consultations
are as close to a showroom experience as possible. Uncompromising, unrivalled service.
We know you may be wondering about the level of service a video consultation can deliver. It’s
only natural. But we’re here to assure you that our jewellers are trained to give the most
authentic experience to all of our clients. They are there to put you at ease and to make you
feel comfortable talking about any aspect of your jewellery desires - no matter the setting.
They will be at our showroom, able to take you round wherever you want to go. Once you begin
your video consultation, you will forget that you’re in your own home having immersed yourself
in the magic of diamonds. Our consultations are a special process and absolutely no expense has
been spared in bringing this enchantment directly to your home.
Superior matchmaking
Whether you want to treat yourself to the diamond you’ve always wanted or you’re after something
sentimental for your partner, our relaxed video consultations can match you to the perfect
piece.
It may be a completely handmade, bespoke commission or it may be a ready-to-wear ring. Whatever
it is, our consultations will ensure it is perfect down to the very last detail.
Or it may be as simple as a repair. You might just want to breathe new life into an old
heirloom. We can help you with that too. We pride ourselves on being authentic jewellers, not
resellers. If you need any jewellery assistance during lockdown, Steven Stone are always on hand
to deliver.
A Steven Stone Promise
We are committed to delivering an authentic experience, enveloping you in marvellous escapism.
Whether that be in our trademark showrooms or from the comfort of your own home.
It is a commitment that we take on with the utmost respect and is what sets Steven Stone apart
from the crowd.
Diamond Discription.. The diamond is a stuning, rare slightly bluey, greenish diamond colour and weighs a whopping 300 carats. Its cut is an old style Mogul-cut rose and it has a completely flawless clarity. The shape of the diamond has been described as resembling half a pigeon's egg and its upper surface has rows of triangular facets, with corresponding four-sided facets appearing on the lower surface. The diamond has a total of 180 facents. The Story.. Its said the Orloff Diamond was first discovered in India and was originally set as the diamond eye of Vishnu's - one of the Hindu Gods in the innermost sancturary temple in Sriangam. The diamond was then reported stolen in the 1700's by a French deserter. The stone was then sold to an English sea-captian for £2,000. The diamond then maid its way to Amsterdam where the Rushian count Grigori Orloff bought the stone after hearing great rumous of it for £90,000 and took it back to Russia for his wife Empress Catherine the great. This is where the stone got its name. Once Catherine recieven the stone in was mounted in the Imperial Sceptre. In 1812 when fears Napoleon and his great army were about to enter Moscow the Orloff was hid in a priest's tomb, but Nepoleon eventually discovered the diamonds location, when he was about to claim it as his own the priest appeared and cast a curse upon the army and Nepoleon and his army scampered away with out the Orloff Diamond. Nowadays the Orlov Diamond is still mounted in the Imperial Sceptre and is one of the most important items in one of the greatest collections of gems and jewellery.