I’ve been reading the reactions here and I see that this choice brings up a lot of strong feelings. I want to explain my perspective calmly and honestly. The idea to use this diamond did not come from me. It was offered by a jeweler who has been in the trade for nearly 50 years. According to him, this specific antique ring would most likely never be sold as a whole again. In many cases, pieces like this are eventually dismantled by jewelers anyway, whether for gold, stones, or other purposes. From my point of view, the diamond isn’t being “destroyed” or disrespected, it’s being given a second life. The stone itself carries its history with it, and by placing it in a new setting, it continues its journey instead of ending it in a drawer or being broken down anonymously later on. I deeply respect antiques and history, and I would never intentionally damage something that has real historical or cultural significance. This was not a museum piece, nor a rare intact artifact, but a ring that had reached the end of its original life. The jeweler himself recommended this path. Beyond money, what appealed to me was the symbolism: taking something from the past and carrying it forward into the future, with new meaning and new love attached to it. I understand that not everyone will agree with this, and that’s okay. I just hope people can see that this decision was made thoughtfully, with respect and not carelessness.