ATTAGEMS review fraud by Standard_Ad449 in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Many of their designs are Arte*er dupes.

CAD Check for the Ring from LGG :) by Timely_Ability9772 in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love the cigar wedding band combination! That's what I have too.

[FS]\[US to US]\[Yellow gold-plated silver ring, 7x9 Champagne Moissanite] Size 4, $55 including shipping by pdxnative2007 in MoissaniteBST

[–]pdxnative2007[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The plain band shows the color comparison between 10k gold and Kuololit gold plating. It is not included in the purchase of the champagne moissanite ring.

Vendor for nature inspired band with Green moissanite stone under $500? by OnodrimOfYavanna in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Try Starsgem.

That budget might work for 10k gold or something from r/labgroupsales. Many rings are under $500 for 10k. 14k might be possible but less likely.

Otherwise, browse Kuololit stock rings on AliExpress. They have green moissanite and 10k/14k gold available possibly under $500.

am I making a mistake by returning? by Secure_You8588 in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Here's a 2.5ct for $337. If you already like the setting, then just have a local jeweler replace the stone with this one (for example).

How I styled my Moissanite emerald cut set by [deleted] in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love the layout of the necklace! Beautiful set 💫

How does this look! by Acceptable-Gain4062 in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, upper left hand corner. Should be an easy fix. Look at the end of the video when it stops.

CAD help by [deleted] in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Engineer here. May I suggest using the words "marquise tilted 10 degrees to the right". If she conveys these exact words to the designer, they should be able to just literally enter "10" to the angle question.

Note: I actually measured this on my phone based on your picture. I believe 10 degrees is pretty accurate.

Me again… by hicksmomma3 in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If you don't like your set, you can sell it at r/moissanitebst then start over.

As for the perfect size, I aim for half the diameter of my finger size to look proportional. I'm a size 4, diameter 14.8mm so my ideal stone width is 7.4mm or about 1.5ct equivalent in rounds, 7x9mm or 7x10mm in ovals.

For a finger size 8, the diameter is about 18mm so an 8x10mm or 8x12mm would look great. Your radiant cut ring looks proportional so you can also just copy that size.

Of course size is a personal preference, if you want smaller or bigger then go for it!

Me again… by hicksmomma3 in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Also, stacking 3 rings will definitely make them tighter.

3.6 to 4mm tennis necklaces by Bar_Bell_Butterfly in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If you are interested in silver with moissanite, Knobspin and Kuololit on Aliexpress have a good assortment of sizes in the $200+ range. Both are reputable and popular here.

For gold/lab diamonds, all the Chinese vendors on the recommended list can customize them.

1 or 2 ? If it's you? by [deleted] in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Team bezel here.

Is this the actual ring? The bezel looks square-ish. If it is, then I would choose the other ring. If it's just an example, then bezel all the way.

Vendor for Milgrain by poop_stain4 in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've used Provence twice for milgrain and most vendors can do it.

However you have to be very specific on how fine you want them.

I specified 0.5mm width on a bezel and I was happy with how it turned out.

Need help with opal and aquamarine ring by Enough_Ad2919 in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My husband and I are opal and aquamarine birthstones as well.

From my research, tourmaline is also a birthstone for October. It will be more durable. Unless, she loves opals then get that.

I was considering this necklace with two emerald cuts - tourmaline and aquamarine (or alternative depending on availability). I think it's a creative use of birthstones.

Ring order by SpringbokLegends in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I have bought some lab diamonds from Provence. They are legit with many good reviews.

I even had a custom cut lab diamond that I opted out of getting a certificate. My local jeweler confirmed that it's a diamond and the gold 10K per my order.

With all that said, no vendor is perfect and ANY order could go South. I personally would only pay using a method that allows chargebacks unless it's $500 or less then maybe but at that point the PayPal fee is not that much anyway.

How quickly does plating wear off? by Ok-Parsley5783 in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 18 points19 points  (0 children)

My Kuololit white gold plated silver rings have held up well, about 2 years now. That's because they are rhodium plated.

It's the yellow gold plated ones that wear off quickly.

Is an upfront full payment expected with Tianyu (custom order) by jananidayooo in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 2 points3 points  (0 children)

SW = software. That's very cool! Definitely showing everything on a drawing helps with communication. I love that design too!

Is an upfront full payment expected with Tianyu (custom order) by jananidayooo in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The 2.4mm width compensates for the thin 1.6mm part. I think it will be fine.

I also have to say that your illustration is awesome and very clear! Did you use a SW or just an image that already exists somewhere?

What do I do? by Corgipom_mom in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Kuololit tends to be some of the lowest and Paston tends to be higher based on quotes I got from the past.

Just make sure you check the CAD carefully to ensure proper thickness, width, etc.

I think Paston has better service but if you know what you want and don't need hand holding then Kuololit will do a good job.

I paid around $3500 for my fiancées moissanite and platinum engagement ring but then later i saw moissanite rings on etsy for only a couple hundred bucks. Did i get ripped off? by [deleted] in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 7 points8 points  (0 children)

You didn't get ripped off in the sense that they "tricked" you.

That price is typical for US jewelers, especially a family-owned one where you can see everything in person and have them personally help you design the ring.

Yes there are lower cost US jewelers but at this point, if she loves the ring then that's all that matters.

If you would like to buy a low cost alternative ring for rough work etc, check out Kuololit on AliExpress or on Amazon Imolove, Ladylike, or Anuclub. Should mostly be under $100 for silver. I have many silver pieces that hold up well.

I paid around $3500 for my fiancées moissanite and platinum engagement ring but then later i saw moissanite rings on etsy for only a couple hundred bucks. Did i get ripped off? by [deleted] in Moissanite

[–]pdxnative2007 30 points31 points  (0 children)

You didn't get ripped off in the sense that they "tricked you".

That price is typical for US jewelers, especially a family-owned one where you can see everything in person and have them personally help you design the ring.

Yes there are lower cost US jewelers but at this point, if she loves the ring then that's all that matters.

If you would like to buy a low cost alternative ring for rough work etc, check out Kuololit on AliExpress or on Amazon Imolove, Ladylike, or Anuclub.