Cut
The proportions and finish that determine how effectively a diamond returns light.
Diamonds & gemstones
Understand the stone. Then choose what you like.
A grading report describes part of the story. Compare beauty, scale, durability, setting, and budget in plain language.
Guidance beyond the grading report.
Over the years, Mike has sourced diamonds and gemstones for custom pieces, remounting, and stone replacement.
Natural and lab-grown diamonds are both available. Mike can help you compare origin, grading, appearance, size, and budget so you can choose what best fits the piece and your priorities.
Bring an existing stone, begin with a shape you love, or compare options for a new design. The goal is to balance appearance, durability, setting, and budget without reducing the decision to one number.
Laboratory documentation, stone identification, sourcing terms, and any purchase guarantees should be confirmed for the individual stone.
Browse diamonds & gemstonesColor
The degree to which a diamond appears colorless, assessed on a standardized scale.
Clarity
The presence and visibility of internal and external characteristics under magnification.
Carat
A measure of weight—not simply visual size—and one factor among several in value.
Questions are welcome
Looking for a stone—or wondering what you already have?
No jewelry vocabulary needed. A quick conversation is usually the best place to start.