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Diamonds & Gemstones

When it comes to diamonds & gemstones, integrity matters. Every stone I sell is ethically sourced from trusted industry partners. If you already have a diamond or gemstone you’d like me to use, perfect—I’ll happily set it into your custom piece for a $300 setting fee.

Lab-Grown Diamonds & Moissanite

Not all sparkle has to come from deep underground. Lab-grown diamonds and Moissanite are both excellent choices for everyday wear—tough, durable, and ready to handle real life (even the occasional accidental knock against a counter top, ask me about that one;).

Moissanite has an especially celestial origin story—it was first discovered in a meteor crater in 1893. Because it’s so rare in nature, nearly all Moissanite today is lab-grown. Both lab-grown diamonds and Moissanite resist chips and scratches far better than many other gemstones, making them smart, practical (and stunning) options.

Here’s a little bit more about diamonds in case your hungry for knowledge;)

Diamond Education: The 4 C’s

Choosing a diamond can feel overwhelming, so let’s keep it simple. The “Four C’s are the universal grading system: Colour, Clarity, Cut, and Carat Weight.

Colour: The less colour, the higher the value. Diamonds are graded from D (colourless perfection) to Z (noticeable warmth). Most of these distinctions are invisible to the naked eye, but they make a big difference in price.

Clarity: Nature leaves tiny fingerprints inside diamonds called inclusions. While no diamond is flawless, the fewer visible marks, the more valuable. To most people, a VS1 and an SI2 might look identical, but trained eyes know the difference.

Cut: This is what gives a diamond its fire and brilliance. More than just shape, the cut is all about how the facets are proportioned and polished to bounce light around. A well-cut diamond practically dances with sparkle.

Carat Weight: This is simply how much a diamond weighs. Bigger isn’t always better though—two diamonds of the same weight can have completely different values depending on the other Cs.

METALS

I work with metals in every shape and story. Want to recycle your own? Perfect. Prefer recycled or responsibly sourced “new” metals? I’ve got that covered too. My metals are certified recycled, so you can feel confident your piece is made as ethically, environmentally, and responsibly as possible.

Over the years, I’ve worked with just about every metal out there. Super-tough options like titanium, stainless steel, tungsten, and cobalt are undeniably cool—but they do come with quirks. For those, I can either source ready-made pieces (a smart budget-friendly option) or go the fully custom route if you want something truly one-of-a-kind.

Let’s Talk Sparkle

Whether you’re leaning toward a natural or lab-grown diamond, Moissanite, or coloured gemstone with a story to tell, the perfect stone is out there. I will pair it with your own metal or certified recycled. My job is to guide you through the options so you get something that’s not only beautiful but also feels right for you.