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Close-up of a sparkling diamond ring with blurred jewelry tools in the soft-lit background, highlighting expert craftsmanship.

Why Expertise in Diamond Setting Is Invisible—U...

If you have ever looked at a diamond ring and thought, This is perfect, you probably were not thinking about prongs, gallery height, seat angles, or the exact pressure used...

Why Expertise in Diamond Setting Is Invisible—U...

If you have ever looked at a diamond ring and thought, This is perfect, you probably were not thinking about prongs, gallery height, seat angles, or the exact pressure used...

Close-up of a sparkling diamond ring on a polished surface with soft natural light and a blurred elegant background.

Why Diamond Ring Balance Is Engineered, Not Acc...

I’ve been making and handling diamond rings my entire life. I’m a third-generation jeweler, a GIA-certified gemologist, and I’ve spent over 20 years in the diamond industry working with everything...

Why Diamond Ring Balance Is Engineered, Not Acc...

I’ve been making and handling diamond rings my entire life. I’m a third-generation jeweler, a GIA-certified gemologist, and I’ve spent over 20 years in the diamond industry working with everything...

Close-up of jeweler’s hands setting a sparkling diamond into a ring with fine tools and magnifying lenses under bright focused lighting.

The Real Meaning of Precision in Diamond Setting

I’ve been around diamonds my entire life. I’m Mike Nekta, a third-generation jeweler and a GIA-certified gemologist, and I’ve spent over 20 years working hands-on with high-end diamond jewelry, large-carat...

The Real Meaning of Precision in Diamond Setting

I’ve been around diamonds my entire life. I’m Mike Nekta, a third-generation jeweler and a GIA-certified gemologist, and I’ve spent over 20 years working hands-on with high-end diamond jewelry, large-carat...

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Why Small Diamonds Deserve The Same Respect as ...

I’m Mike Nekta, a third-generation jeweler and a GIA-certified gemologist based in New York. I’ve spent over 20 years in the diamond industry, and yes, I’m known for large-carat diamonds,...

Why Small Diamonds Deserve The Same Respect as ...

I’m Mike Nekta, a third-generation jeweler and a GIA-certified gemologist based in New York. I’ve spent over 20 years in the diamond industry, and yes, I’m known for large-carat diamonds,...

Close-up of a sparkling princess cut diamond halo engagement ring on a soft velvet cushion with warm lighting highlighting its brilliance and details.

Halo Ring with Princess Cut Diamond: The Ultima...

I’m Mike Nekta, a third-generation jeweler and a GIA-certified gemologist. I’ve spent over 20 years in the diamond industry working with everything from everyday engagement rings to large-carat diamonds, custom...

Halo Ring with Princess Cut Diamond: The Ultima...

I’m Mike Nekta, a third-generation jeweler and a GIA-certified gemologist. I’ve spent over 20 years in the diamond industry working with everything from everyday engagement rings to large-carat diamonds, custom...

Why Engagement Rings with Princess Cut Diamonds Are a Modern Classic

Why Engagement Rings with Princess Cut Diamonds...

I’ve spent my entire life around diamonds. I’m a third-generation jeweler, a GIA-certified gemologist, and I’ve worked hands-on in the diamond industry for over 20 years. In that time, I’ve...

Why Engagement Rings with Princess Cut Diamonds...

I’ve spent my entire life around diamonds. I’m a third-generation jeweler, a GIA-certified gemologist, and I’ve worked hands-on in the diamond industry for over 20 years. In that time, I’ve...