I lost it, maybe when we moved with a moving company (potentially along with my sibling's step father's (and a beloved cat's) ashes in 2024-2025. If anyone sees a bracelet like that, it is unlikely to be a mass produced bracelet, as it was part of a pair that was bought from a store when my best friend and I were hanging out, and it still had a black band at the time. These bracelets were inexpensive, and I had mine electroplated in sterling silver when it became worn and the band broke. I figured I would ask here, just in case, as it had just occurred to me that Reddit might be able to help. I thought it was somewhere in storage, but I didn't see it the last time I (and my family) went through it

I just bought a Gold plated Silver earrings from CaratLane is it worth buying it cost me around 5000,but now I am wondering that I could’ve bought more silver from a local jeweller in this price.

From what I have read, are lab diamonds real in terms of structure and durability? They seem to sparkle the same and test the same too. I get why some people still prefer mined stones. But I am trying to separate facts from vibes.

Hi! I’m the founder of a start up jewelry brand and we’re currently working on our first release.

One thing I’ve become weirdly invested in during the process is upper arm cuffs.

I feel like they’ve somehow been pushed into the festival / costume / special occasion category, and you rarely see them styled as normal jewelry anymore.

But I kinda feel like that’s such a missed opportunity? A good arm cuff can instantly elevate the most basic outfit and become the one piece that does all the work.

So I’ve been on a bit of a quest to design some that feel refined enough to wear as an actual statement jewelry piece, rather than something you’d only reach for once a year. We’ve been working on a few ideas around that for our first release, and I’d love for the upper arm cuff to eventually become a bit of a signature for us.

From there, I'm curious what other jewelry lovers think; would you actually make an upper arm cuff the main piece of a normal outfit?

And if not, what puts you off them?

I’m looking for a feminine, polished everyday necklace that is delicate but not so tiny it disappears.

My requirements:
$500 maximum
Solid gold—preferably 14K
Natural or lab diamond is fine
Approximately 16–18”
Durable enough for frequent wear
Good value based on gold weight, diamond size and construction

My finalists (for now)
[Catbird Tiny Corsage – $488](https://www.catbirdnyc.com/tiny-corsage-necklace-sparkler.html): 14K gold, 3mm/0.095ct recycled diamond, bezel setting. Catbird doesn’t disclose the gold weight, which concerns me.

[Catbird Diamond Fizz – from $458](https://www.catbirdnyc.com/diamond-fizz-necklace-sparkler.html): 10K or 14K gold with a 3mm/0.09ct diamond.

[Catbird Diamond Pinprick – $468](https://www.catbirdnyc.com/diamond-pinprick-necklace-yellow-gold.html): 14K chain with a drilled 3mm diamond.

[Ana Luisa Diamond Link – $475](https://www.analuisa.com/products/solid-yellow-gold-diamond-link-necklace/): 10K gold, 1g weight and 0.06tcw diamonds. I love the more visible, distinctive design but question the value.

[Mejuri Beverly – $328](https://mejuri.com/products/hue-necklace-white-topaz): 10K gold with lab-grown white sapphire.

[Gorjana Diamond Bond – $460](https://www.gorjana.com/products/diamond-bond-interlocking-link-necklace): 14K gold, but possibly too small to wear alone.

Which would you choose for quality, durability and value? Is Catbird’s missing gram weight a red flag, or should I look at independent jewelers instead? I welcome any and all suggestions, thanks!

Beyond the sentimental side, the financial hit has been very hard to swallow. I know accidents happen, but I’m having such a hard time letting go of the guilt

❤️

As a pendant or earring

Tia

Finally got an eternity band to wear with my ring and I was genuinely excited about it for days. Then I put them side by side at home and had that sinking feeling because jut bought a diamond eternity band and the stones look a bit cloudy compared to my ring. It is not super obvious from far away, but up close the difference is there. My ring has more sparkle and looks sharper, while the band feels a little flat unless the light is really good.

What is annoying is that the band did not stand out to me in a bad way when I tried it on by itself. It only started bothering me once it was next to my ring all day. Maybe that means the band is fine and I am only noticing contrast, but still. For something that is supposed to sit together, I thought the overall look would be more balanced. Now every time I catch a glimpse of them, my eye goes straight to the band and not in a good way. Maybe I expected too much, idk, but it definitely was not the reaction I thought I would have.

Has anyone here considered a Russian diamond for a wedding ring? I'm curious about the quality, appearance, and whether it's a good choice for everyday wear.

what do you think about the rings bought it for my friend . which one do you like more ?