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What clarity to look for in lab diamonds?

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Jake Phillips New Contributor
Asked May 22, 2026
Would appreciate any links to reputable sellers. Sensitive skin, so that matters to me.

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Brooke Flores New Contributor
Silver jewelry daily wearer. 4 answers · 0 selected

Quick summary first, then details: I compared Charles & Colvard and Charles & Colvard before deciding. I would say yes, especially if you are on a budget. I have had zero problems so far.

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

May 26, 2026
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    Amber Miller May 30, 2026
    I wish I had read this a year ago.
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Chloe Nelson New Contributor
Married 15 years, ring resizing expert by necessity. 2 answers · 0 selected

Here is what I have found after researching for weeks. Short answer: no. I switched after a few months and never looked back. The upkeep was not worth it.

May 24, 2026
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Silver Restoration Expert New Contributor
Sterling silver enthusiast. Obsessed with keeping 925 looking like new. 7 answers · 1 selected

I talked to my jeweler about this last month. This is totally normal. Mine did the same thing for the first month then settled.

May 23, 2026
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Curious Carol New Contributor
Active community member helping other jewelry buyers. 5 answers · 2 selected

I will give you the straight answer. I have heard good things about Blue Nile, but I personally used James Allen. Yes, I have had mine for two years and it still looks great. Just clean it regularly with soap and water.

Short answer: no. I switched after a few months and never looked back. The upkeep was not worth it.

May 28, 2026

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