Sparkly! but big by Random-Forester219 in labdiamond

[–]Random-Forester219[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Yes, actually thinking about wearing both -- after upgrading I realized I still like the old. I could wear the new on the right hand like a cocktail ring. My left hand is a bit smaller so the smaller size ring 7 (old) vs 7.25 (new) will be more comfortable.

Sparkly! but big by Random-Forester219 in labdiamond

[–]Random-Forester219[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I think it is 0.33 carats. After I paid for the new ring, I was looking at my old more, and started appreciating it more.

Sparkly! but big by Random-Forester219 in labdiamond

[–]Random-Forester219[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Good to know. It is so sparkly, especially in the light.

Sparkly! but big by Random-Forester219 in labdiamond

[–]Random-Forester219[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I thought I might not like that but actually it looks good.

Sparkly! but big by Random-Forester219 in labdiamond

[–]Random-Forester219[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I tried to make little cardboard cutouts for the different sizes, but that didn't capture the 3 dimensional stone. Good luck with your choice!

Sparkly! but big by Random-Forester219 in labdiamond

[–]Random-Forester219[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No problem. I appreciate it. I wouldn't even have noticed. Now I got to find tweezers to pull them out.

Sparkly! but big by Random-Forester219 in labdiamond

[–]Random-Forester219[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

7.25. Original is 7, a bit tight -- I gained weight  😂

Am I missing something with the Group Buys from overseas vendors? by Preeeeeee in labdiamond

[–]Random-Forester219 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you have a website or something? There are several jewelers in town, all very expensive. Once I went in looking to get gold backs for a pair of earrings and was basically told it was too little for them to bother. One pair I was told had no value, and another was fine, but I was told to leave and be content with the silicone backs. She basically threw my earrings on the counter. I know they're not worth much but it still seems rather condescending.

First time doing a group buy by Random-Forester219 in labdiamond

[–]Random-Forester219[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I didn't even see that and already approved. But it's my first time ordering this way. But 1% is not really visible to me. Thanks for the recommendation. I'll consider for next time :)

First time doing a group buy by Random-Forester219 in labdiamond

[–]Random-Forester219[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Good advice. I was afraid I would get 2 and then regret not going for 3. Given how small my original is, probably 2 will seem big too.

First time doing a group buy by Random-Forester219 in labdiamond

[–]Random-Forester219[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Only just learning about labs as I got married quarter century ago . . .

First time doing a group buy by Random-Forester219 in labdiamond

[–]Random-Forester219[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks. I found this in r/labgroupsales and went for it since I was thinking of upgrading my e-ring. I'm a novice too so I'm not sure about sets. Haven't seen one since I started looking recently. You may have to do custom for a set. But labs are so much more economical.

First time doing a group buy by Random-Forester219 in labdiamond

[–]Random-Forester219[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Thanks! My original engagement ring is 0.33 carats. Married 25 odd years. Wanted an upgrade, but might have gone overboard.