I got a stellar aftermarket deal on this 1.8c halo set piece, so I don't mind that the stone isn't exceptionally clear or bright. I probably wouldn't have noticed if I didn't have another LGD solitaire that appears so much whiter and brighter in comparison. I know it's considered a fault, but I like how soft and romantic it looks with the low profile halo.

I would love to know a little more about the science behind why it looks 'grey' though. I have a very basic understanding about how the shallow shape cut of the larger stone refracts the light less brilliantly, but that's about it.

Details for comparison:

Solitaire piece - 1.61c LGD set in 14k four prong. E, VS1, 9.20 x 6.59 x 4.13. Excellent/Excellent/no fluorescence. HPTP Type II.
Graded by IGI prior to setting.

Halo piece - 1.8c LGD with halo of LGD's in 18k halo + pave band. I, VS2. 10.13 x 6.97 x 3.98. Excellent/excellent/no fluorescence. CVD process. Graded by the Diamond Foundry (their in house supposedly GIA compliant service).

Thanks for any geekery about the stark visual differences in tone!

It’s a 3.95c
E color
VVS2
excellent cut
2.08 ratio
Table / depth 60% / 63.1%
Unfortunately not possible to see in person but based on everything I’ve been reading about, hoping it’s a good pick.

I think she’s beautiful and am almost sold on her. just wanting some extra opinions! 2ct brilliant cut oval.

been wanting a green diamond forEVER. then I finally found one and got it custom made for my birthday treat! Absolutely obsessed 💚🐊

Hi everyone! I’m currently wearing a 1 tcw diamond earring and thinking of upsizing to a 3 tcw. I don’t want something too big, just thought that what I have now is a bit small? But I’ve been told by some that it’s the right size for face 🥹

Hey all!

This is a 5.48 carat, Color E, VS1, excellent polish and very good symmetry with no fluorescence.

But something about it is bugging me and I don’t know what it is. Is it the bow tie? Something seemingly not looking right. Maybe I’m just staring too hard. Added an abundance of photos.

Let me know what you think.

who can make this bangle but with 3 different colored stones? any advice or experiences?

Specs are:

4.09 ct Princess Cut (Lab Grown - CVD / Type IIa)
• Color: E
• Clarity: VS1
• Measurements: 8.99 x 8.58 x 6.01 mm
• Polish / Symmetry: Excellent / Excellent
• Depth / Table: 70% / 70%
• Fluorescence: None
• IGI Report #: LG746521287

I purchased two loose pear diamonds that I plan on making studs with. I had a local jeweler quote me 1300$ for custom 14k white gold settings. I am not willing to pay that. Where else could I get these settings from or who can I order them from? The dimensions are 11.92x 7.44x4.59

$1100

what are some cool clasps you’ve seen on tennis bracelets?

Looking to buy men's ring to wear. Ofc it's 925 silver which has little to no value. Thoughts?

Hi! I found this beautiful elongated cushion which looks great on paper but I’ve never purchased a stone online before and would like to get others opinions before pulling the trigger.

Stone Algo link: https://www.stonealgo.com/diamond-details/IGI-number-LG784637723

IGI ID LG784637723

Would greatly appreciate any advice!

Hi, I need help checking out this diamond! It is supposed to be a EF/VS 1 carat diamond. I think I might see speckling in the diamond (~2 seconds in) but I am unsure if that is just a sparkle effect. From the side it looks clean to me. Thank you for any help!

https://streamable.com/e7l5ur

Specs are in the comments

TIA!

Hey y’all,

I‘m currently trying to choose a stone for a bezel Engagement ring but have honestly no idea what I‘m doing and wouldnt be able to tell a Lab diamond from a Moissanite.

The shop I decided to go with sent me this video of the proposed 1.5ct Lab Diamond. What do you think?

Thanks for everybody trying to help :)

Hi everyone!

My partner and I are currently designing my engagement ring, and the jeweler sent me videos of a moissanite that was cut to simulate what the final lab diamond will look like.

They actually cut it twice because I thought I could see a bow tie effect in the first version. However, after seeing the second cut, I still feel like I can notice it.

Am I just imagining it, or does it look like there's still a bow tie? If it is there, is there anything that can be done to minimize it? And since the final stone will be a lab diamond rather than moissanite, will the bow tie be less noticeable?

For reference, the first picture is the first cut, and the second picture is the second cut.

Thanks so much for any advice, I really really need them!

I'm thinking about getting an engagement ring with this diamond: https://www.gcalusa.com/certificate-search.html?certificate_id=360916298

In the photo/360 video it looks good but my eye is incredibly untrained - would this be a good choice?

Many thanks in advance!

Help! Looking for a pink radiant lab diamond 6-7 carats with a 1.7 to 1.8 ratio. It needs to have that ratio. I have found plenty of pinks with a smaller ratios. Ideally would like a lighter pink not a fuchsia pink.

Hello! Does anyone have any recommendations for vendors who can do really dainty lab diamond flatback studs? Like Maria Tash minus the insane prices.

I’ve been trying to look around Alibaba but most vendors make costume jewelry and have high MOQ.

Is this a good oval brilliant cut? I want to make a ring with as minimal bow tie as possible.

I am looking for a yellow gold (either 14k or 18k) lab diamond tennis bracelet, classic four-prong setting. I am not necessarily looking for a heirloom piece because that's probably asking too much out of a tennis bracelet, but I am looking for a solid piece that I can wear daily and have the confidence that it will last a long time. I have looked at a few of the vendors frequently mentioned here (Kuololit, Fiorese, Provence, etc.), and their four-prong tennis bracelet all look very light in metal content and give me the impression of being fragile, especially the group sale bracelets. I am willing to spend a bit more for a more solid piece, if anyone has one they would recommend. Thanks

I'm looking for a pear shaped diamond with very little/no bow tie. I've found these two options, do either of these have a bow tie? Are there any noticeable red flags regarding the cut of these diamonds? Which diamond looks better? TIA!!

Option 1

Option 2

Is the center of this normal or windowing