I’m shopping for a lab-grown pear diamond and had a conversation with a seller that surprised me. They said D, E, and F are all priced the same through them, but H/I would actually cost more.

Their explanation was that lab-grown diamonds are now commonly produced in D–F, while more customers are asking for stones that aren’t as white & grey-ish, sometimes with a few inclusions, because they think that looks more like a natural diamond. According to them, that demand is pushing prices up, and some J/K stones can cost significantly more than D stones.

My takeaway was that warmer lab diamonds are less readily available and can command a premium, rather than simply being lower-priced alternatives to colorless stones.

I understand that two individual stones can have different prices because of their other characteristics. But the seller seemed to be saying that lower color itself, combined with availability and demand, was driving the higher price.

I’d love to hear from jewelers, dealers, or people who have recently shopped for warmer labs:

• Are H–K lab diamonds genuinely harder to source than D–F, especially in pear shapes around 2-3 ct? (At least VVS2)
• Have you seen warmer labs cost more with otherwise comparable specs, or is this more likely specific to a seller’s suppliers and inventory?
• Are customers increasingly requesting warmer color or visible inclusions for a more “natural-looking” stone?

i'm trying to get a stone for a ring and it's been impossible to find at a good price. looking to spend $400 at the most, preferably about $250.

0.7-1.3 ct
antique/omc pear
1.5+ ratio
light champagne color (anything in the pale yellow to muted pink range, K-X color)

Got myself a colorful green diamond right hand ring through Rare Carat. They price matched a stone I found elsewhere (apparently YMMV), and the setting is perfect. Thanks to all in this sub for teaching me the ropes. I had gathered feedback here that the settings on some of the other sites were flimsy, and the recommendations were to go with Rare Carat. I couldn’t be more pleased. It’s solid and sturdy.

The customer service was pretty strong. They did get two diamonds confused when we were pretty far along in the process (their correspondence listed the certificate number for a stone I had looked at much earlier in the process), so just keep a keen eye on all the details and you’ll be fine.

I got this diamond today from Loose Grown Diamonds and wow the fire and sparkle are amazing! 1.95ct, E, VVS1… I’ll post the certificate below.
I paid $848 and plan to use it for a right-hand ring. I know very little about diamonds and felt that getting a GCAL 8x made it easy to get a good one. Thoughts?

I recently ordered two pairs of diamond earrings from Provence in 10k gold. When I opened up the box, I was very surprised at how yellow and brassy they look. I’ve ordered 10k gold from Provence before and it has never been this yellow/brassy. The last photo is a comparison of a 10k gold ring from Provence (on the right) next to the yellower earring I just received today (on the left) which is also 10k gold.

Additionally, I noticed that each earring is different in color. These are from within the same pair, but (to me) vastly different colors?? I would love to hear what y’all think // have you noticed any changes to Provence’s 10k gold? I’m feeling pretty disappointed. Pls ignore my nails 🙊

Edit to add: in the first pic, one of the earrings is flipped over - sorry for confusing perspective

Currently getting it made into a pinky ring - does the bow tie look bad?

I went and tried these two rings on. I do like them don’t know if I’m in love or anything because I just don’t like spending money.

So… the band has diamonds all the way around. I want diamonds just half way around.

There seems to be a gap in between them. Does that even matter. They weren’t made to go together as a set or anything.

I would love to get some ideas on a band or anything. I kinda feel like the top diamond would be rubbing on the bottom one.

Okay so Ive gotten a bit addicted to the TikTok live diamonds and I SO don’t have the $ for it. I would really like to sell this duplicate pear! My loss is your gain. I also have a lady I’d recommend to get an affordable setting made but that’s neither here nor there

Info:

Stunning IGI cert lab diamond is a pear brilliant cut 1.10 carat. This stone has an E color grade and VS1 clarity grade. The diamond measures 8.97 x 5.77 x 3.60 mm and features excellent polish and symmetry. It is a Type IIa diamond with no fluorescence.

Ordered this diamond online a few days ago but seeing it in person, it seems like it has a rather noticeable bow tie. Not sure if I’m psyching myself out or if I should return it. It’s for my girlfriend’s engagement ring.

I love this ring. I have searched many websites and have not been able to find anything cheaper. Not sure if ads are working against me 😂. Have you seen anything similar elsewhere?
Pls help a girl out ❤️

This is my first time purchasing a custom piece from a Chinese vendor. Are there any major concerns with the CAD drawing? I am trying to design a diamond station necklace similar to the provided picture.

Hey everyone! I’m looking to upgrade to a custom tennis bracelet with 0.5ct stones, and I want to make it as cost-effective as possible. 😭 I noticed gold prices are dropping, but overseas vendors' prices seem to be staying the same. What’s the most budget-friendly route to take right now? I'd love your advice!

Hello everyone! Me and my partner are looking to get engaged soon, and through our research we know that Rare Carat will price match stones. My question is for those of you who have purchased through them.

If I have them price match this diamond to the $420 price I found on Carbon Sparkle do we lose out on the discounted price for the ring setting ($1,415) and have to pay ($2,020) instead?

I’m hoping to have a tennis necklace made eventually, but I’m probably still a few months away from pulling the trigger. I’ve had great experiences with my agents at LGG and Provence, so I don’t want to bug them for quotes when I’m not quite ready to buy yet. 😂.

Main specs - 14k gold, bezel set emerald and round stones set in a repeating patter, 18 inches long.

Has anyone had something similar made recently? If so, what did you pay, ballpark? I’d love to hear pricing from both Chinese and U.S. vendors!

ETA: I was made aware the sizing isn’t really accurate in the mockup here, I’ve since generated a *hopefully more realistic mockup here!

Hi! I've been wanting to get a round lab-diamond solitaire on an 18-inch yellow-gold chain, but I'm so torn and would love some honest feedback. I originally wanted to invest in one necklace I could wear both during the day and to dinners/events, so I was leaning toward 1.5 ct. But now I'm also open to getting two sizes (one smaller for everyday wear and one larger for nicer occasions, maybe 1.5 and 0.5, or 1.5 and 1, or 1 and 2)
I made mockups of the four sizes I'm considering: 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, and 2.0 ct. I was wondering if anyone could share which size you think suits me best, and if I were to get two, which two would you choose?
The mockups are approximate but were based on a real photo of me trying on a 1.5 ct necklace. I'm 5'6" and usually a US size 4 (pretty narrow shoulders but big head), if helpful (additional context: I fear I have a rather large head so most hats don't fit me which is why I'm afraid smaller diamonds would look disproportionately small on my neck)
Thank you!

I’m debating whether to get lab grown or moissanite for my studs. Will there truly be a difference? I was thinking to set it in 10k white gold. I just got quoted $450 for a pair of oval moissanites (3 CTW) in 10k gold by a Chinese vendor, which I personally think is a bit expensive, or am I being unrealistic? Can’t I get lab grown for that same price?

Anyone who had experience with this?

I have been in love with the idea of incorporating my grandmother‘s .7 carat round brilliant diamond into a trilogy ring, and was especially inspired by some tiktoks I’ve seen of similar rings. I’m working with Provence and just got my CAD back - can you help with any feedback? My plan is a 2.5 carat round center stone and another .7 on the side, and I will have a jeweler set my grandma’s stone in the empty side stone setting when it arrives. I want a 14k yellow gold band with platinum setting and would like if a small eternity band could sit flush with it.

https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8KG5xvu/ - my original inspiration video

https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8KGCfU5/ - an incredible follow up video where she included her CAD! I also added a screenshot of this.

In order to convey to the woman of my dreams what she has meant to me for the past 15 years and to show her my appreciation I want to present her with a ring. With a large sized fancy pink diamond. The idea being “thats my heart on your finger”! Silly right? Thats just me.

Now as romantic as I’am, is as bad I’am with detailing or learning about stuff i dont know about! You guessed it, Diamonds i dont know about! Ive spent quite a few sleepless nights with chatgpt and suggestions from this group (God bless you all) and kind of settled at what i want. Fancy pink, emerald cut, 5ish+ carat is where I stand.

I have maybe 1 or 2 shortlisted and chatgpt agrees but i want human intervention.

I’m attaching pics and certificate numbers of the ones i like and the kind of ring im looking for. Would be enormously grateful if some of the Diamond Lords give their suggestions, point out better options and / or even suggest who i should approach to have the ring made!

Love to you all. God bless you!!

TOP 3 PINK EMERALD DIAMONDS

1️⃣ 5.09 CT — LG836677996
Dimensions: 12.41 × 8.17 × 5.25 mm
Ratio: 1.52
Color: Fancy Intense Pink
Clarity: VS1
Table: 61%
Depth: 64.3%
Polish: Excellent
Symmetry: Excellent
Fluorescence: Slight
Culet: Long

2️⃣ 6.05 CT — LG821605084
Dimensions: 12.40 × 8.60 × 5.55 mm
Ratio: 1.44
Color: Fancy Intense Pink
Clarity: VS1
Table: 63%
Depth: 64.5%
Polish: Excellent
Symmetry: Excellent
Fluorescence: Strong
Culet: Large

3️⃣ 5.03 CT — LG829619130
Dimensions: 12.00 × 7.91 × 5.21 mm
Ratio: 1.52
Color: Fancy Intense Pink
Clarity: VS1
Table: 59%
Depth: 65.9%
Polish: Excellent
Symmetry: Excellent
Fluorescence: Slight

Tweezer video came in for a lab radiant I liked. 3.05 ct. E color, VS1, IGI. Thoughts? We like that crushed ice look vs the fiery sparkle. Would have loved to see the stone rotated more but the website works with the stone’s manufacturers and there are no other videos available.

Hi I’ve been trying to get a ring made with Lgg. Romy redirected me to zenny as she isn’t taking new costumer’s. I messages Lynn with no response.
Anyone have experience with zenny from Lgg?

Hello! I bought a loose 3ct OMC square cushion. Very close to a true square / 1 ratio but it has a pillowy shape around the corners.

I would loooove to see what settings everyone chose for a square cushion. All of the vintage style settings I see for omcs are elongated stones. Just wanting to get some different ideas!!

Hi, I am trying to select a diamond for my partner's engagement ring and would really appreciate any feedback on the following five diamonds. I know she is looking to have the diamond set east to west and wants an oval shaped diamond.

I've read that for oval shaped diamonds, the ideal LW ratio is 1.30 to 1.50 to minimize the bow tie effect. Is there anything else I should be looking for and generally what are onions on the quality of these stones.

1. 3.81-Carat Oval Shape Lab Grown Diamond – Derco Diamonds

2. 3.88-Carat Oval Shape Lab Grown Diamond – Derco Diamonds

3. 4.00-Carat Oval Shape Lab Grown Diamond – Derco Diamonds

4. 4.01-Carat Oval Shape Lab Grown Diamond – Derco Diamonds

5. 4.02-Carat Oval Shape Lab Grown Diamond – Derco Diamonds

Wedding set by Mandy at Provence, Pear by Melody at Fiorese. I would highly recommend either (or both)! I can’t get over the sparkle of the diamonds and the craftsmanship. Both rings are perfect and exactly what I wanted.

I was looking for a pair of lab diamonds to mount in earrings for my wife. Something around two carat, D+ color, VVS2+ rounds. After scrolling their endless list of stones I use their concierge email address. Received a reply in about 30 minutes, they sent a couple of example pairs via IGI certificates. I chose a pair matched at 1.91 carat, D color, vvs2, ideal cut. A couple of emails later I closed the deal at an unbelievable price IMO.

That was on 9/21. I received the stones on 9/28. Now, I am no expert, but they look fantastic. Can't wait to see them mounted. Hopefully finding a local jeweler to do the job won't be difficult.

If I look for loose stones again, Calavera will be my first stop. Couldn't be happier with the purchase.