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Show me your J-K-L color Lab Diamonds!

BeautyForAshes_

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Would love to see your J-K-L lab Diamonds. Also pls lmk which lab is it from? Thanks! I am wanting to purchase a lab soon and would love to see some before I purchase
 

_dracarys_

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I have an L with brown undertones, 1.62 ct. Here is my thread.

I ordered it from Ritani, but I don't know which lab it actually came from or even if it's CVD or HPTH lol.
 

rustysunshine

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I have a total of three round lab diamonds that are graded as L color, between .73 and .75ct each, purchased from Ritani.

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The first pair, shown on my hand, are a pair that I purchased as earrings. Their algorithm on the website recommended them as a pair. However, the color difference between the two is even more apparent in person than it is in the photos...the lower one looks pretty grey-brown, while the other is more of a silvery champagne color. I understand color variations within a grade, but I was honestly surprised that those were sent out to me...did another human not see the difference?

I figured the price point was low enough, so I purchased another L color diamond set in a single stud (also from Ritani...I ordered the same exact setting as before), figuring I'd wear the best match as earrings, and then have the third as a project diamond:

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As you can see, the new one is a good match for the lighter of the two original stones, so that part worked out.

The new diamond came in a setting that is very different to the original pair of martini settings, even though I ordered the same exact thing! Ritani customer service never responded to my email about all these issues. AND, I received an email from THEM asking me to leave a review of my purchases, but the link was broken, and the page won't load!

Hopefully this helps you see how L colors can vary - and maybe gives you a bit of caution if you are considering purchasing from Ritani.
 

monipod

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My 1.6ct L VS1 Asscher. She's a true chameleon but generally warm/golden as opposed to icy white. Pictured with my 18K gold ring and two mined G rounds. She's also in my avatar with the rounds set in an art deco style ring :) IGI graded but no idea where she was grown. I bought her via Dajini who I think got her via a wholesaler or With Clarity.

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BeautyForAshes_

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I have a total of three round lab diamonds that are graded as L color, between .73 and .75ct each, purchased from Ritani.

PXL_20210212_235517344.PORTRAIT~2.jpg

The first pair, shown on my hand, are a pair that I purchased as earrings. Their algorithm on the website recommended them as a pair. However, the color difference between the two is even more apparent in person than it is in the photos...the lower one looks pretty grey-brown, while the other is more of a silvery champagne color. I understand color variations within a grade, but I was honestly surprised that those were sent out to me...did another human not see the difference?

I figured the price point was low enough, so I purchased another L color diamond set in a single stud (also from Ritani...I ordered the same exact setting as before), figuring I'd wear the best match as earrings, and then have the third as a project diamond:

PXL_20210328_035638804.PORTRAIT.jpg

As you can see, the new one is a good match for the lighter of the two original stones, so that part worked out.

The new diamond came in a setting that is very different to the original pair of martini settings, even though I ordered the same exact thing! Ritani customer service never responded to my email about all these issues. AND, I received an email from THEM asking me to leave a review of my purchases, but the link was broken, and the page won't load!

Hopefully this helps you see how L colors can vary - and maybe gives you a bit of caution if you are considering purchasing from Ritani.

Thank you for sharing!
Doesn’t Ritani have a great return policy? I’m surprised they didn’t get back to you!
 

rustysunshine

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Thank you for sharing!
Doesn’t Ritani have a great return policy? I’m surprised they didn’t get back to you!

I'm surprised, too! I did NOT ask for an exchange or return in my message, but I did outline my concerns regarding how well stones are actually matched, my questions about their quality control process, and my slight irritation about how the martini setting was so different for the third diamond I bought. But, no, no reply, and I have checked my spam filter.
 

Sprinkles&Stones

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My IGI lab made J colored diamond by Jon at Distinctive Gem! Seen under yellow lighting and spotlight white lighting
 

Ol-Blue

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BeautyForAshes_

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I'm surprised, too! I did NOT ask for an exchange or return in my message, but I did outline my concerns regarding how well stones are actually matched, my questions about their quality control process, and my slight irritation about how the martini setting was so different for the third diamond I bought. But, no, no reply, and I have checked my spam filter.

What are your thoughts on these lab Diamonds? One is a J color & the other is L. I already purchased the J color,
I wonder if I could have got away with the L.. to me numbers are excellent on the L color. And looks like it faces up white and sides warmth.

Here’s a video just click.
 
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Jax172

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I tried to get a more clear shot today. Indoor lighting. These a actually pretty darn white looking. I’m super happy with them. Lots of fire in spot lighting too.

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rustysunshine

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What are your thoughts on these lab Diamonds? One is a J color & the other is L. I already purchased the J color,
I wonder if I could have got away with the L.. to me numbers are excellent on the L color. And looks like it faces up white and sides warmth.

Here’s a video just click.

My eyes definitely like the J color better. I'd agree with the other poster who said that the L looks cloudy. Between those two, I'd choose the J for sure!
 

Ol-Blue

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this is my J from clean origin

I feel so foolish!! I was just looking at my old posts and realized this is an *I* not a J!! I’m so sorry for the confusion !
Sheesh I’m losing my mind lately!!
 

Ol-Blue

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This is beautiful and a great size on you!!!
 

Kim N

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Here is my J, 1.63, xxx. My husband worked with a great family owned jeweler in SF so not totally sure which lab they use to get the stone from.

This is just stunning on you. Would you mind sharing your finger size?
 

MMtwo

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What are your thoughts on these lab Diamonds? One is a J color & the other is L. I already purchased the J color,
I wonder if I could have got away with the L.. to me numbers are excellent on the L color. And looks like it faces up white and sides warmth.

Here’s a video just click.

That L looks very cloudy. I think you did well.
 
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