Help finding oval center stone

[Summertime_girl]

Hello
I'm so far down a rabbit role... while lab grown diamonds are intriguing to me it's making me dizzy. If anyone would care to help find an oval I would really appreciate it. I looked at DG and while beautiful it's a bit out of my budget,
Looking to update my engagement ring so I can wear it with my eternity band and sit flush.
In search of center stone oval - color D E F and more focused on cut and light performance . The videos are just heard to make sense for me.
Carat: 4 to 5ish open to stay on the lower end if it's a well-cut diamond
Ratio 1.40-1.48 but open to others
Would love some budget advice too

 

[Lynniiee]

Hey! I've been staring at LG oval 360s for the past week trying to find my own, let me take a crack at it and get back to you.

I'll say budget wise you're looking at around $800 - $2k, much above $1500 you're probably overpaying unless it's a HPHT GIA cert which come with a bit of a premium but may or may not be a better quality stone (in my opinion), though I know a lot of fans of purely HPHT methods I haven't been able to tell the difference from one HPHT and CVD IIa (+ after HPHT treatment) in person.

Vendor wise, the best prices you're going to get are from RubyHarperFineJewelry (lowest) & Calavera New York. I just bought stones from these two vendors in the past month and both have been great to work with. Ruby Harper tends to show up slightly cheaper for the same exact stone, but you have to pay return shipping. I'm not sure if Calavera price matches.

 

[Summertime_girl]

Thank you I really appreciate your help. I’m open to words of wisdom and experience here currently vetting custom setting with Ruby Harbor or DK

 

[Lynniiee]

I like linking the loupe 360 links because the 360 video quality renders better than the shopify sites do, so there's two links for both.

4.08 F VS1 $981
It's really hard for me to tell bowties on these vertical 360s but the light return on this one looks great.

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

4.38 E VVS2 $1437

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

4.02 F VVS2 $1088
This one's a lil skinnier than your preferences but I had it in my notes from when I was searching so I included it for you. Same caveat with bowties on these vertical 360s

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

I'm honestly not seeing a lot in this range right now that's seems super fantastic, I wrote a script to watch for new listings under these queries so I'm going to keep an eye on the newly listed ones and let you know if anything pops up.

 

[Summertime_girl]

Thank you again…I’m interested about whether I could appreciate the differences between CVD vs HPHT methods even though the HPHT method probably makes more sense to scientifically. Thinking if a stone is well
Cut in either method it could make the difference in the light performance.

@Lynniiee - how did you like working w DK. I am considering him or RH for the custom setting. Few inspiration pics.

 

[Lynniiee]

Yeah, usually CVD iia is treated after the fact with HPHT as well, it's just not fully done with HPHT because it's more cost effective. I have had both in hand but honestly couldn't tell the difference, and I consider myself pretty picky.

I loved working with DK and am planning to use him for this upcoming setting. People have recommended Addison at Ruby Harper very highly as well but there's something about DK's prong style on my current engagement ring that I love SO much. Never seen prongs so flat and clean, I don't usually like the big chunky prongs.

I also got a euro shank on my e-ring and wedding band that I'd like him to match on this new project so it'll fit well with my current wedding band!

I don't think you could go wrong with either vendor though, maybe get a quote from both & check out their instagram for latest works and see what style you like best?

 

[Summertime_girl]

appreciate that insight - I’m super picky too about the details. The hidden halo I’m looking to do is more of wrapped halo per se & need a craftsman for sure.
Both have been responsive etc and estimates were in the same ballpark- sought of feel like experience based on what I’m looking for and complexity of setting the stone high enough so my band sits flush. And while I’ve read all positives about RH I don’t see anything in their portfolio and DK he does have a similar item on his IG account to your point.

 

[Lynniiee]

Here we go, a few more:

4.08 E VS1$1085 - good but not phenomenal

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

4.02 E VVS2 $1204

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

4.09 E VVS2 $1211 * love this one!

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

4.51 E VS1 $1194 - unsure of the bowtie, but look at that sparkle!!

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

4.12 F VS1 $1987 - not my fav of the bunch especially for the price but she is pretty

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

4.01 D VVS2 - definitely paying $$ for the higher quality color and clarity here, but can't deny a good lookin 360

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

4.03 D VVS1 $3768 - this one's just straight overpriced imo but she is pretty

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

And I'll throw in two HPHT ones for ya just to show some pretty options for those but imo very overpriced.

4.09 F IF $8628- HPHT if IF is important to you she's pretty pretty

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

4.25 E IF $10761 - HPHT

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Alright! There's a quick glance of my highlights for whats in the market in that range now based on just... hours of staring at 360s lol.

 

[Summertime_girl]

Here we go, a few more:

4.08 E VS1$1085 - good but not phenomenal

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

4.02 E VVS2 $1204

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

4.09 E VVS2 $1211 * love this one!

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

4.51 E VS1 $1194 - unsure of the bowtie, but look at that sparkle!!

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

4.12 F VS1 $1987 - not my fav of the bunch especially for the price but she is pretty

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

4.01 D VVS2 - definitely paying $$ for the higher quality color and clarity here, but can't deny a good lookin 360

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

4.03 D VVS1 $3768 - this one's just straight overpriced imo but she is pretty

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

And I'll throw in two HPHT ones for ya just to show some pretty options for those but imo very overpriced.

4.09 F IF $8628- HPHT if IF is important to you she's pretty pretty

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

4.25 E IF $10761 - HPHT

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Alright! There's a quick glance of my highlights for whats in the market in that range now based on just... hours of staring at 360s lol.

Geez, I can’t get my head wrapped some of higher end stones & I know they can go much higher for cuts etc…I asked DK to send me few. I’m looking at the 4.09 now it’s a great ratio for,sure. At this point I’m blurry eyed after watching these 360s loops. Stay tuned.

 

[Summertime_girl]

@Lynniiee check this out saw this on RH

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[Lynniiee]

@Lynniiee check this out saw this on RH

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Hmmm I'm gonna be honest I don't really see much sparkle and there's a bit of a dead zone at the top of the stone but I could be totally wrong

 

[Summertime_girl]

Hmmm I'm gonna be honest I don't really see much sparkle and there's a bit of a dead zone at the top of the stone but I could be totally wrong

 

[Summertime_girl]

Totally see what you mean…Those types of areas of dead zone or light leakage I think are the issues with the ones I just received.

 

[Summertime_girl]

Hmmm I'm gonna be honest I don't really see much sparkle and there's a bit of a dead zone at the top of the stone but I could be totally wrong

Oval 4.51ct E VS1 - EX EX None

Oval 4.51ct E VS1 - EX EX None

sharing.loupe360.com

@Lynniiee thoughts on this one?

 

[Lynniiee]

Oval 4.51ct E VS1 - EX EX None

Oval 4.51ct E VS1 - EX EX None

sharing.loupe360.com

@Lynniiee thoughts on this one?

Not seeing enough contrast for me personally but not sure how that translates to how it looks in real life to be honest - just advice I’ve heard.

 

[Summertime_girl]

Not seeing enough contrast for me personally but not sure how that translates to how it looks in real life to be honest - just advice I’ve heard.

You have a good eye for this! Btw that 4.09 is gone from RH …

 

[Summertime_girl]

4.38

Loupe360

loupe360.com

4.03
https://loupe360.com/diamond/9c8250d1-cfd6-521a-80c5-8ecf329c9782/video/500/500/autoplay

 

[Lynniiee]

4.38

Loupe360

loupe360.com

4.03
https://loupe360.com/diamond/9c8250d1-cfd6-521a-80c5-8ecf329c9782/video/500/500/autoplay

Love the 4.03! Might have a bit of a dark spot at the top of the stone though, may or may not bother you in person. It's pretty enough I'd want to order and see haha. The 4.38 isn't loading for me

Sorry for the delay! I gave birth to my second daughter on the 13th so things have been a little crazy haha. My 4 main just passed customs and shipped! Excited to see it. Not seeing any good 4 main options on my latest look through... Have a few 8 mains that look good I could share though

 

[Lynniiee]

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

(weirdly overexposed but looks like could be good)


Here's a 4 main but it's looking a bit cloudy/hazy, unsure if just bad camera or bad stone

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Nothing really jumping out at m there though, your 4.03 looks the best out of that bunch!

 

[Summertime_girl]

Well congratulations- I’m on Reddit too and thought I saw you were due…girl after my own heart still tracking a good oval .

So that 4.03 is from RH & purchasing it from Addison. DK will do the ring. In the meantime, here the 4.38 loupe lmk…this ratio is 1:38 & appears to be 4 main.
Excited to your 4 main and others.

Loupe360

loupe360.com

 

[Summertime_girl]

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

(weirdly overexposed but looks like could be good)


Here's a 4 main but it's looking a bit cloudy/hazy, unsure if just bad camera or bad stone

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Nothing really jumping out at m there though, your 4.03 looks the best out of that bunch!

That over exposed video does look like it could have potential- putting a note on that one.

 

[Lynniiee]

Some pretty 8 mains

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

https://loupe360.com/diamond/LG680517276 * Wowwww


and 4 mains
This one looks kinda dead ngl but it's a good deal and maybe just a bad vid

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

this one is spendddy but could be promising

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Unsure as I'm not used to looking at the vertical 360s for 4 mains

 

[Summertime_girl]

Some pretty 8 mains

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

https://loupe360.com/diamond/LG680517276 * Wowwww


and 4 mains
This one looks kinda dead ngl but it's a good deal and maybe just a bad vid

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

this one is spendddy but could be promising

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Lab Grown Diamonds

Antique + Vintage + Custom fine jewelry.

rubyharperfinejewelry.com

Unsure as I'm not used to looking at the vertical 360s for 4 mains

You do have a good eye… ngl I struggle to make heads or tails of any of the videos. But grabbed the 4.03 you posted since it jumped out to me too. I need to do a side by side comparison. Hoping to have that original 4.03 late next week.

 

[Lynniiee]

Hehe yay I’m living vicariously through you since my search is coming to an end haha

 

[Summertime_girl]

Hehe yay I’m living vicariously through you since my search is coming to an end haha

happy to help a girl out on this oval hunt! Might be grabbing this one too not a 4 main but nice facets & a bit larger too. My original idea was a 2.5 ct and look where I am now ‍

Loupe360

loupe360.com

 

[Lynniiee]

I’d skip on that one, looks like a dead earmuff spot at the top of the stone and not much sparkle but I could be wrong

 

[Summertime_girl]

I’d skip on that one, looks like a dead earmuff spot at the top of the stone and not much sparkle but I could be wrong

Oopsy lol I was very antsy this morning & made the purchase - since I loss out on a 4 main earlier this week but this stone is it's refundable...I never heard of an earmuff spot.

So, for now, I have the two 4.03 and the 4.62 stone coming my way - hoping they get here in the next week or so. Honestly, you have a good eye for picking things out - I was reading the 4 main facets are usually a shallower depth diamond. Someone posted one earlier on Reddit.

 

[Lynniiee]

Honestly that’s just as exciting for me because now I get to see if my pickiness on the 360s can be proven wrong lol!

 

[jeaniefish]

I haven’t posted mine yet but I found a nice one. GIA ,AGS cert. Ideal Oval cut. It took a lot of sorting, using table and depth percentage filters, color and clarity . Just wanted to let you know that they are out there at reasonable prices if you are willing to take the time to sift through a bunch. It sounds like you are.

 

[Lynniiee]

I haven’t posted mine yet but I found a nice one. GIA ,AGS cert. Ideal Oval cut. It took a lot of sorting, using table and depth percentage filters, color and clarity . Just wanted to let you know that they are out there at reasonable prices if you are willing to take the time to sift through a bunch. It sounds like you are.

Wow, how did you manage to find a lab diamond with an AGS cert??