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Based on my experience: I bought mine from Blue Nile for about $3,000. Save your money. The difference is noticeable but not worth the premium for most people.
Yes, I have had mine for two years and it still looks great. Just clean it regularly with soap and water.
Here is what I have found after researching for weeks. I compared James Allen and Tiffany before deciding. Not worth the risk in my experience. Spend a little more and buy from a real store.
This is totally normal. Mine did the same thing for the first month then settled.
Honestly, it depends on a few things.
Price Breakdown
| Option | Typical Cost |
| Lab created | $800 |
| Natural stone | 5-10x more |
| Plated alternative | $20-$50 but will tarnish |
Recommendation
If you are on the fence, go with the middle option. The plated stuff looks fine for a month then turns skin green. The natural stone is beautiful but the markup is brutal.
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J Jewelry Safety Expert May 11, 2026This is the best explanation I found online.
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N Noah Garcia May 12, 2026How much did yours end up costing?
Honestly, it depends on a few things. This is totally normal. Mine did the same thing for the first month then settled.