Oval Diamonds, Lab-Grown Alternatives, and Anniversary Traditions: A Conversation at Nekta New York
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At Nekta New York, located in the heart of the New York City Diamond District, we recently had the pleasure of helping a couple explore options for their perfect diamond purchase. Their visit brought up some fascinating topics about diamond selection, cost-effective alternatives, and meaningful anniversary traditions—insights we’re excited to share with you.
Oval Diamonds and Cut Quality
During our conversation, we explained a little-known fact about oval diamonds: unlike round diamonds, which are graded for “excellent cut,” oval diamonds don’t receive the same formal classification. That doesn’t mean they can’t shine just as brilliantly. At Nekta New York, we leverage our expertise to help clients choose oval diamonds that maximize sparkle, beauty, and value.
Natural vs. Lab-Grown Diamonds
The couple also explored the differences between natural and lab-grown diamonds, particularly for larger carat sizes. Here’s what we shared:
• A 2.63-carat natural oval diamond typically costs around $30,000, while a lab-grown version of the same size costs less than half that amount.
• For an eight-carat diamond, a natural version can be priced at $300,000, while a lab-grown diamond with comparable brilliance costs closer to what you’d pay for a three- or four-carat natural diamond.
Lab-grown diamonds are an exceptional choice for anyone seeking to maximize size and brilliance while staying within budget. At Nekta New York, we’re proud to offer both natural and lab-grown options to meet a variety of preferences and needs.
Eight Years, Eight Carats: A Timeless Anniversary Tradition
One of the highlights of our conversation was discussing the tradition of marking eight years of marriage with an eight-carat diamond. This idea—symbolizing love, growth, and enduring commitment—is becoming a popular choice for milestone anniversaries. At Nekta New York, we specialize in designing custom jewelry pieces that celebrate life’s most meaningful moments.
Why Choose Nekta New York?
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