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| - I began the process of searching for an engagement ring about six months ago. Someone very close to me had bought a ring from Hyde Park a couple years prior and spoke very highly about the experience. I live in Chicago, but I had met the sales associate, Erik Rominger, during previous visits to Phoenix. I reached out to him earlier this past fall and told him I was planning a secret weekend trip to Phoenix to pick out a ring.
My fiance, Sarah, had a very clear vision of what she wanted - oval diamond, pave halo, yellow gold band - so I was speaking sincerely when I told Erik that I knew "exactly what I wanted." Being new to this, I hadn't considered certain details, like how gold metal around a diamond can make a near colorless stone appear yellow, or the dreaded "bow tie effect" that can occur in oval cuts. More importantly, I feared Sarah hadn't either. I also didn't anticipate a shortage of ovals in Arizona the weekend I was visiting!
Erik to the rescue. He knew this trip was my one shot to select a diamond in person and design a ring without Sarah suspecting anything. He scrambled and tapped all of his resources, and was able to have two beautiful oval diamonds shipped from Denver in a matter of days. Phew. I made my selection and was thrilled. But it was Erik's patience and guidance over the next six weeks that really made the whole process memorable. After agreeing on a custom design and returning to Chicago, I probably changed my mind about 15 different times over the 6-week period from selection to final product, never failing to email Erik with each and every concern. He was an absolute pro in helping me navigate all the subtle but important choices, while ensuring that Sarah was going to get the ring she wants. He was there for me every step of the way and delivered an absolutely perfect ring. Sarah could not have been happier, and neither could I.
I would recommend Erik and Hyde Park to anyone about to embark on this process. Thank you again.
Justin
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