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Brian Martin New Contributor
Retired goldsmith, happy to answer questions. 4 answers · 2 selected

Great question.

What I Noticed

The sparkle is actually more brilliant than a diamond in my opinion, especially under indoor lighting. Up close, nobody has ever guessed it was not a natural stone.

Cost

I paid $500 including the setting. A comparable natural diamond would have been at least five times that. The price difference is the main reason most people go this route.

Durability

It is still going strong after two years. I clean it once a month with warm soapy water and a soft brush. No scratches, no cloudiness.

Who This Is For

  • Great if you want maximum sparkle on a budget
  • Great if you do not care about resale value
  • Skip it if you want something that holds investment value
Apr 15, 2026
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Caleb Robinson Top Contributor
Gold collector, 14k and 18k only. 94 answers · 17 selected

I talked to my jeweler about this last month. I have heard good things about Etsy, but I personally used James Allen. I would say yes, especially if you are on a budget. I have had zero problems so far.

It depends on your skin and how often you wear it. Mine is fine, but a friend had issues within weeks.

Apr 14, 2026
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    Zoe Jones Apr 15, 2026
    Great info, where did you buy yours?
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Amy Walker Top Contributor
I photograph jewelry for online stores. 95 answers · 15 selected

Great question. I ordered from Amazon online. It depends on your skin and how often you wear it. Mine is fine, but a friend had issues within weeks.

Yes, I have had mine for two years and it still looks great. Just clean it regularly with soap and water.

Apr 13, 2026
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    Grace White Apr 13, 2026
    Does this apply to 14k gold too?

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