Opinion on diamond studs

[bluewave21]

Hi all,

I wanted opinions on diamond stud quality and size. I am looking into purchasing lab-grown diamond studs, around 2ct each, trying to stay within a budget of about $7500. Is it worth it to pay more for an I compared to a J? Does SI1 or 2 really matter for earrings or is it better to stay in the VS range? And lastly, should I spring for the larger pair—the 2.5+ct each—or is that too over the top? I’m looking to wear these on a daily basis but I like large diamonds. (Who doesn’t?) I want to buy one pair and not be tempted to upgrade in the future.

These are examples of options from Rarecarat.
Thanks in advance!

 

[tyty333]

Hi @bluewave21

We have a lab grown diamond forum here. I've requested that your thread be moved.

Lab-Grown Diamonds/Man-Made Diamonds (MMD)

Learn about and discuss everything on lab-grown diamonds here! No simulants (CZ, Moissanite, YAG, etc), please.

www.pricescope.com

But in the mean time...

I or J color?
Since these are not top-tier labs like GIA I would stick with the "I" s if it fits in your budget. That way in the future hopefully you will not
feel the desire to upgrade due to color.

Clarity?
I would probably stick with eye-clean SI1 stones. Keeps cost down some but you wont see anything. You could go for SI2s to keep cost
lower but then the clarity may bug you in the future and you may want to upgrade.

Here is the relative size difference between a 2 carat and a 2.5 carat stone


Since you dont want to upgrade in the future I would err on the side of getting the best you can the first time around.
For size, you can also order some CZs (or whatever they are) to see the size difference and try them out.
These come in both 4 carat and 5 carat.

Amazon.com: NANA 14k Gold Post & Sterling Silver 4 Prong CZ Stud Earrings -Platinum Plated-8.5mm-5.0cttw: Jewelry

Buy NANA 14k Gold Post & Sterling Silver 4 Prong CZ Stud Earrings -Platinum Plated-8.5mm-5.0cttw and other Stud at Amazon.com. Our wide selection is elegible for free shipping and free returns.

www.amazon.com

 

[bluewave21]

Hi @bluewave21

We have a lab grown diamond forum here. I've requested that your thread be moved.

Lab-Grown Diamonds/Man-Made Diamonds (MMD)

Learn about and discuss everything on lab-grown diamonds here! No simulants (CZ, Moissanite, YAG, etc), please.

www.pricescope.com

But in the mean time...

I or J color?
Since these are not top-tier labs like GIA I would stick with the "I" s if it fits in your budget. That way in the future hopefully you will not
feel the desire to upgrade due to color.

Clarity?
I would probably stick with eye-clean SI1 stones. Keeps cost down some but you wont see anything. You could go for SI2s to keep cost
lower but then the clarity may bug you in the future and you may want to upgrade.

Here is the relative size difference between a 2 carat and a 2.5 carat stone


Since you dont want to upgrade in the future I would err on the side of getting the best you can the first time around.
For size, you can also order some CZs (or whatever they are) to see the size difference and try them out.
These come in both 4 carat and 5 carat.

Amazon.com: NANA 14k Gold Post & Sterling Silver 4 Prong CZ Stud Earrings -Platinum Plated-8.5mm-5.0cttw: Jewelry

Buy NANA 14k Gold Post & Sterling Silver 4 Prong CZ Stud Earrings -Platinum Plated-8.5mm-5.0cttw and other Stud at Amazon.com. Our wide selection is elegible for free shipping and free returns.

www.amazon.com

Thank you for your help!