Best vendors to look at for five stone anniversary ring?+

[MeganShannon11]

Considering lab grown round diamonds for an anniversary ring. I would be looking for something around 2 ctw or a bit higher so would probably want to look at .4-.45 stones. Would also want a platinum setting. The most important factor for me is the cut and sparkle. Thoughts?

 

[tyty333]

You could talk to DK to see if they can source them for you (as well as make your setting).

You could also check with ID Jewelry to see if they can do it.

There are probably some Etsy folks who can make it, but I don't have any recommendations there.

Are you looking for stones with paperwork, or are you willing to trust a reliable source?

 

[MeganShannon11]

I think I’m open to reliable sources. Thanks for the ideas!

 

[mayaINaU]

I think I’m open to reliable sources. Thanks for the ideas!

I would choose Whiteflash if you want the stones to be perfect. If you want them to be great but not perfect, I would choose IDJ.

 

[Gypsy]

I would use DK too for this.

I bought a lovely 5 stone for my mother years ago (I was working at High Performance Diamonds at the time and used one of our benches). And though I could have gone with super ideals, but at 30 points each, there wasn't a large enough difference (at all) to justify the price difference. And every time I see that thing it's a freaking light show. We just went for HCA under 2 GIA Ex/Ex. G color. And honestly, if I were doing a five stone (wouldn't mind honestly) I'd just look for the same: HCA under 2, Ex/Ex cut through a reliable vendor. And then just get the setting I want from there and call it a day.

Also, if you haven't already go try on some larger five stone bands. I had this SUPER DUPER blingy and glorious band from BGD at one point. Gorgeous. Conspicuous. LOOK AT ME ring. Ultimately, it was too much for me. I'm not a conspicuous "look at me" person. I felt uncomfortable wearing it, and so I sold it. So, even though I could easily get 50 point lab diamonds for a 5 stone, I don't think I would. I would want something as a right hand ring for everyday. And that would be too much. So think of your personality and use.