Upgrading EM AVC

[chitownbitty]

My original engagement ring has a mined 1.25 carat J color August Vintage Cushion. The setting has been damaged and needs either repair or replacement, which seems like a great upgrade opportunity. I’d love another vintage cushion cut, a bit whiter, .5-.75 carats larger, and lab grown. What should I expect this will cost me (excluding the setting, which is still TBD once I have it looked at)? Would I have to pay just for the opportunity to trade in, even if the trade-in value of my original stone is technically more than the cost of a new lab grown? This is all new to me, appreciative of any input.

 

[ecf8503]

Call Jon and ask? You can look up what stones he has on his website - distinctivegems.com. He also links the Stuller catalog, so you can shop for a setting there and it will show you prices, or he can even custom design one for you!

 

[molecule]

My original engagement ring has a mined 1.25 carat J color August Vintage Cushion. The setting has been damaged and needs either repair or replacement, which seems like a great upgrade opportunity. I’d love another vintage cushion cut, a bit whiter, .5-.75 carats larger, and lab grown. What should I expect this will cost me (excluding the setting, which is still TBD once I have it looked at)? Would I have to pay just for the opportunity to trade in, even if the trade-in value of my original stone is technically more than the cost of a new lab grown? This is all new to me, appreciative of any input.

The upgrade program may depend on if you purchased from Good old gold or from August vintage.

 

[0515vision]

I've seen some upgrade programs only take mined for mined. I have yet to see an upgrade program for labs since their prices have continually dropped. On here, years ago, someone was considering a lab for $40k. Clearly they're not getting their money back on that.

What a fun project, and good luck on your search!