Emerald cut moissanite ring

[sam.k]

Hey guys, I'm still here, still learning and I feel making progress!
Last year was really a trial by fire and I feel I really improved over the course of it, this year I am pushing to expand my comfort zone with different shapes and techniques.
I have never set an emerald shaped stone, it always looked a bit daunting but following this year's motto (go big or go home) I gave it a poke.
I measured a section of 1mm sheet, filed out folding scores and then pierced and files out my claws to make the collet, this seemed an easier prospect then trying to make one in wire!
Looking at the finished article, one of the claws in just a bit crooked, I put this down to it being the first time I have fashioned this style of setting. Next time I will true up the outside of the collet before marking out! (What a plum!)
I have been making a real attempt to get my polishing up to scratch (hohoho) and I reckon this is pretty good, that said I always seem to miss a bit of polish after clean up! I am sure you lot will spot any scratches I have not!
The ring is done in a fluid twist, the idea of curves with straight lines appeals to me greatly.
Well thats all I have to say, what do you lot think?