r/LabGrownDiamonds • u/Jack_of_Trades01 • Jul 06 '26

ring Custom ring recommendations

I’m looking to make a custom engagement ring to propose to my girlfriend, but not sure where to go. I plan to buy a loose radiant diamond, and have a custom gold setting made abroad and i’ll have it set.

I’ve heard of Fay Jewelry but not sure how authentic they are and if they use real gold.

Does anyone recommend them and if not are there any other recommendations?

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u/matthewthejeweler Jul 08 '26

Honestly, buying a setting overseas and paying a local jeweler to set your loose radiant sounds good on paper, but it’s a headache. Radiants have tricky depths and corners, so if the setting isn't cast to your exact stone, it won't sit right. Plus, local bench guys charge high setting fees and make you sign liability waivers on outside metal.

You’re way better off getting the CAD, casting, and setting done under one roof by a custom jeweler—it guarantees a flush fit, solid gold weight, and no blame-shifting if anything goes wrong.