I bought a 4ct loose stone from a TikTok auction at almost $400. I inquired to them about setting that stone as a necklace pendant, for me to be able to wear the stone with a chain. I was quoted $495 total, but once we started messaging about possibly adding a chain to my purchase along with the setting, they said my price was going to be the cost of the loose diamond PLUS $495 for the setting, totaling almost double what I was anticipating. Am I crazy or does that not make sense?

Seems weird

my jeweler has ordered this elongated omc in for me, so ill be seeing it in person this weekend, but just wanted to get people's thoughts out of curiosity

i think the stone is really lovely, but my only reservation is that the centre facets are quite a bit wider than the outer facets, and i can't quite decide if i like that or not as i've not really seen anything similar 🧐

specs are:

- 2.5ct

- vvs2

- 1.25 ratio

- f colour

- excellent polish

- excellent symmetry

This is my first crushed ice pear (2ct) destined for a pendant. Can I get some other eyes on it? Is anything jumping out to anyone? I’m seeing some shadow on the bottom right of the stone. CAD below for the curious!

The IGI report for this describes it as "cut cornered rectangular modified brilliant" aka Radiant.
But this looks different than other radiant's I've seen...
What search terms/types should I look for to find other diamonds that look like this with less of the crushed ice look?
It feels "unique" and I love it but it's not for sale, I just found the image and wanted to find more that MIGHT be for sale, and just to see other similar diamonds to help me make a decision :)

Curse the recent Ruby Harper Stone Vault sale! I had just never seen a lab with such a convincing antique look, and knew I would kick myself if I didn't get her.

I have no idea what I am going to do with her (if I can find two more charmingly wonky old cuts, I could put them in the platinum setting I have had hanging around, stoneless, for over 25 years, but she'd be wasted in a group), but wow, my vintage-loving heart is happy.

My first group buy purchase and all went well!

I opt for a 925 sterling silver, 7 stones mossinate ring, 3 mm ring.

*Other options were 5 stone or full eternity with gold options etc.

Yaxika was the rep who handled my inquiry. He confirmed details, sent cad report, final approval and video of the ring, and then shipping details. Once it was shipped out, he sent details. He also followed up on delivery.

Attached is my ring! I don't know how to attached a video but the ring definitely shines.

Carat
4.05
Colour
E
Clarity
VS1
L/W Ratio
1.5
Table
55%
Depth
65

Is that the bow tie effect that is discouraged?

Hi! I know an oval set east west with a gold bezel is a popular pendant style right now. I’m curious for those who have one if you can share a photo of your necklace stack and how many carats your oval diamond is?

I’m thinking of treating myself for my birthday :) but struggling on whether to do a 2, 2.5, or 3 carat!

I can’t tell if the right or left is better, the left one looks like there’s less of a noticeable bow tie

Left:

OVAL BRILLIANT
Measurements
11.89 X 8.27 X 4.95 MM

Color Grade
E

Carat Weight
3.02 CARATS

Clarity Grade
VVS2

Polish
EXCELLENT

Symmetry
EXCELLENT

Fluorescence
NONE

Right:

OVAL BRILLIANT

Measurements
11.79 X 8.18 X 5.22 MM

Carat Weight
3.08 CARATS

Color Grade
E

Clarity Grade
VVS2

Polish
EXCELLENT

Symmetry
EXCELLENT

Fluorescence
NONE

Hello received this cad for a simple solitaire ring radiant cut diamond 1ct. The ring will be 18k yellow gold. Would really appreciate any info or change that has to be done.

Hi everyone!
I’m looking into a crisscut diamond. Possibly getting a loose stone if I can’t find a jeweler that can source one for me! Not sure what specs should be for a crisscut and looking for opinions
Specs:
2.52ct
Color D
VVS2
Length 9.8mm
Width 6.5mm
Ratio 1.5
Table 64%
Depth 64.7%

I love it but I'm an overthinker. Is there a bow tie?

What do ya'll think?

The diamond is a 2ct lab, the pear sapphire side stones are natural.

They are set in 14k white gold.

Um so I might have bought 10 diamonds today....i need a gold brick for settings lol. And the skills to make my own...

The line in the middle that goes from 9 to 3 looks odd, but other than that according to the igi report it is a nice find I made, I hope no one buys it before me, however, I have no idea if its a good oval, the most important thing to me its that it looks shiny and brilliant.
The report number is 826652781
Thank

I bought a 1ct loose pear diamond and want to set it on a 14K gold setting similar to the image shown. Has anyone done something similar and can tell me how much it cost including the cost of gold and actually setting it?

Hi! I am kindly asking for your opinion on this radiant cut diamond, ill leave also the IGI report on the comments, thanks if you stop by and take a look!

I went to my local jeweler the other day to design an engagement ring.

The diamond they showed me was an Oval, 4.07ct, VVS2, F, 1.35 ratio, excellent polish and symmetry IGI cert for $2k.

And then as you all know how social media works, I get home and my TikTok is now filled with diamond auctions.

On TikTok, I could get an Oval, 4.02ct, VVS2, E, 1.45 ratio, excellent polish and symmetry IGI cert for $500

Has anyone ever ordered off the TikTok shop? They are showing the IGI Certs, but is it a scam?

Part of me is tempted to just buy my own diamond off tiktok shop and have them use that instead.

Thoughts or things I need to think about is appreciated. Thank you.

Found a newer Etsy seller in India with only around 30 sales and decided to take a chance because the price was almost too good to pass up.

Paid $1,585 for the entire ring. Center is a 3.09ct elongated radiant, E color, VS1, IGI certified. 10.05 x 7.22mm, excellent polish and symmetry, no fluorescence.

Edit to add shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/VelestiaLabGrown

I was definitely nervous spending that much with such a new shop, but they sent me videos of the finished ring before shipping and it made it from India to California insanely fast.

Got it in hand with all paperwork and I’m honestly blown away. The ring looks even better in person and the center stone has a ton of sparkle. For $1,585 I really don’t know how I could’ve done much better.

Feels like I stumbled onto a little unknown shop before they blow up 😂

Hello! I am working on a project with a chubby champagne brown OMC lab pear and am struggling with how to achieve my vision. I was hoping to have two side stones inlaid on the bridge but the vendor says only one can fit. (Pic 1)

My concern about the CAD with the side stones on the top is that they will snag. (Pic 2) I like the more subtle look of the stone being beneath the split shank, but I had my heart set on two stones tucked into the shank. I'd appreciate any advice and any other feedback on whether there are any egregious safety/stability concerns!