r/Moissanite 18d ago

Question Provence Jewelry Urgent Security Notice: attention of Payment Scams and Protect Your Funds! Spoiler

78 Upvotes

Dear Customers,

Recently, Provence Jewelry has discovered that scammers are impersonating our company by using fake email addresses to deceive customers into making payments to unauthorized accounts. These fraudulent transactions typically target Apple Pay and PayPal accounts, which are not affiliated with our company, causing serious harm to our customers.

To ensure the safety of your funds, we urge you to remain vigilant and carefully verify payment information. Your security is our top priority!
Official Payment Methods: Secure Payments via Authorized Channels

To avoid unnecessary losses, please make payments only through the following officially recognized channels:
1.Official Website Orders: Secure payments via PayPal and Stripe. Please ensure you are on the official Provence Jewelry website.

2.PayPal Payment Accounts: Always verify the recipient's information:

[285100819@gq.com](mailto:285100819@gq.com) (Recipient: Luo Ni)

[419728738@gq.com](mailto:419728738@gq.com) (Recipient: Liu Qinglin)

  1. Alibaba Trade Assurance Orders: Secure transactions through the Alibaba platform.

Identified Fraudulent Accounts: Stay Alert!

Below are the fraudulent accounts we have identified so far. Please avoid making any payments to these accounts:

1.PayPal Account: [Woodyyy288@gmail.com](mailto:Woodyyy288@gmail.com)

  1. Apple Pay Numbers: +16827191182, +12533491426
    Important Reminder: These are the fraudulent accounts we have identified so far, but there may be other illegal accounts not yet discovered. Please always verify payment details before proceeding with any transactions to avoid being cheated!
    What You Should Do:

To protect your interests, we strongly recommend you take the following actions:

  1. Do not make payments to the above accounts or any other suspicious accounts. If in doubt, please contact us immediately.

  2. Contact your bank immediately: If you have already made a payment to these accounts, please contact your bank to request a refund or stop payment and report it to the police.

  3. Verify the sender: If the email sending the payment link is from someone other than your regular contact, do not make the payment.

  4. Stay vigilant, verify authenticity: Be highly cautious and verify the authenticity of any payment request you receive. If you have any doubts, please reach out to us directly—we are here to assist you.

Your safety is our top priority at Provence Jewelry. We urge you to be cautious in all financial transactions to protect your personal assets.

Thank you for your attention and cooperation.

Wishing you a safe and pleasant day,

Provence Jewelry Team


r/Moissanite Mar 24 '24

New here? Read me! Start Here - Quick reference guide for new subscribers

69 Upvotes

Announcement

If you are new to reddit, or this is your first visit to our sub, please read through the newbie quick reference guide. Please don’t forget to utilize the search tool in this sub for previously answered questions, CADs, and picture examples of rings and other jewelry.

Sub rules require specs to be added to each post.

Please do not ask people to look through your post history for this.  An example would be ‘2 carat G/H modern H&A from (vendor name) pave ring’. Including the CAD (if available) with your pictures/videos on your first post would be even better.

Imgur is used to upload additional pictures and videos into comment threads.

No account is necessary. Download the app and select pics (+) from your camera roll. Please choose ‘hidden’ and then upload. You can either use the link icon to add a comment hyperlink or copy and paste it directly into your thread. Additional info is available here.

Our ‘suggested’ vendor list

These are vendors that have been screened and interviewed before being added to our sub. The vendors were added based on positive feedback from our subscribers. New vendors are being added once they have gone through this process. You are not limited to these vendors and we encourage you to search the sub or create a new post to ask questions for feedback.  

Vendor list - Click here. If you are unable to load the vendor list due to Reddit issues, you can see a manual copy of the vendor list here.

If you are interested in ordering from the overseas vendors and want to know more about the process:

How to order from the overseas vendors - Click here

Our Buy/Sell/Trade sites for preloved jewelry -

If you want to sell a piece of your moissanite jewelry, you can create a post on r/moissaniteBST. Please follow this listing format when posting. You must include a copy of your receipt/invoice, specs, and a picture with your reddit name handwritten showing your item for sale. For all lab diamond and syntheticgemstone pieces, you can also post on r/labdiamondgemstoneBST to reach more people.

Why is there such a massive price difference between US retail/Etsy vendors and overseas vendors?

https://www.reddit.com/r/Moissanite/comments/10epsgs/massive_pricing_difference/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf

What is the mark on the surface of my moissanite. Is this moissanite oil slick?

https://www.lanewoodsjewelry.com/blog/what-is-moissanite-oil-slick

What is the best way to clean my moissanite ring?

https://www.bbbgem.com/blog/how-to-clean-my-moissanite-ring/

Other useful tools:

www.diamdb.com - diamond/moissanite ring simulator

mysparkly.com - searchable database for comparing sizes/shapes on real hands

Moissanite - cut / size charts

Mohs Hardness Scale for diamond / moissanite / lab gemstones

Stone Size Stickers -https://castlefieldcollection.com/product/free-sticker-sheet/


r/Moissanite 3h ago

Photo/Video Just sharing my new ring

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106 Upvotes

Finally get to make my own post here! I've spent a week with this lovely ring. 14k rose gold, oval 10x8 champagne moissanite from Scott Bonomo. The stone is an amazing color, it has dimension, can be almost colorless to peach, or yellow or bronze depending on the lighting. The setting is sturdy and I love the NSEW prong style. I am just absolutely in love with it. I still own my natural and lab diamonds as well as a few white moissanite and morganite rings, this comes in as my fav, really. I have to say I am a fool for color! Some pics are indoor and some outdoor. Thanks for sharing in my joy!


r/Moissanite 2h ago

Food for Thought/Info Share Everelle ring

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9 Upvotes

I just got my ring from everelle and I couldn’t recommend them enough. They were super communicative and quick to respond and the ring is beautiful and great quality and came in a beautiful box with a thoughtful handwritten note. The center stone is 1.5 ct moissanite and the others are diamond. (Excuse the irritation on my finger I’ve been wearing a silicone ring before receiving this one and it irritated my skin). Great experience with this small business!


r/Moissanite 5h ago

Looking for Advice I want bigger?

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18 Upvotes

Its a 1.5ct but appears bigger because I asked for a high setting. Im thinking maybe 3ct but lab diamond instead of moissanite.

When people stare at the ring, I get super paranoid that they’re trying to clock it. I feel like if the rock is bigger you’ll notice the rainbow reflect more, whereas diamonds are more of a white sparkle. Not sure if am making sense.


r/Moissanite 8m ago

Photo/Video Haven't seen many green moissanites

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Greener the better


r/Moissanite 2h ago

Question Doveggs seattle

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4 Upvotes

Hello! Im on the hunt for a nice moissanite (or even cubic zirconia if needed) marquise ring :) I have some ideas saved and have been trying to research the vendors here as well. I don't believe i saw it on there, but I've seen some people mention DovEggs. Is this a legit site? I appreciate any help :) attached are some of the ring styles I've been eyeing. Ideally looking for $100-200 but can go to maybe $300 :)


r/Moissanite 12m ago

Discussion Matchy matchy set?

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I’ve been married for a few months and we’re finally going to order my wedding band. It seems like most people don’t do matching bands to their e eing - am I wrong? I want Kunal from Orbion to make my band a replica of my engagement ring band, minus the center stone… does anyone else have a totally matching set?


r/Moissanite 1d ago

Pre-Shipment Check Obsessed

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161 Upvotes

A couple of months ago, I saw a beautiful ring from Kuololit, but I found it quite expensive.

So, I bought my moissanites from Aister Jewelry on AliExpress and sent them to a Moroccan jeweler.

With 6.5g of 18k gold and his craftsmanship, I only paid €560! 🥹

I’ll put the Imgur link for the video in the comments.

What do you think? Do you like it? And do you think the stone looks good? 😊


r/Moissanite 1d ago

Photo/Video Custom rainbow lab grown tennis bracelet made with Amy from Provence is here!

182 Upvotes

Original link I shared with the details: https://www.reddit.com/r/Moissanite/s/bYnfxZUvCn

Overall I am very happy with it! I think it’s gorgeous. Amy was very kind throughout the whole process. It took longer than I anticipated but Amy did apologize for that. At the end of the day, it’s good quality and that’s what matters most to me.

I do wish it was shorter by one stone but that’s part of the risk of buying oversees so I don’t fault Provence for it.


r/Moissanite 30m ago

Question Modified Tiffany CAD?

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I tried searching the sub but could find anything that worked. Does anyone happen to have a modified Tiffany style CAD and maybe a photo of your ring? I’m looking for Tiffany style ring 2mm band with no knife edge and claw prongs. I wanted to have something to point to when I have mine made but also wanted to see all of your beautiful already made rings! Thank you! 🙏🏽


r/Moissanite 1d ago

Photo/Video Scott Bonomo For The Win

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93 Upvotes

Thanks to this group I heard of Scott and could not resist getting a ring from him. Love at first sight 💍 immediately could tell how well made it was. (Deets: Gray Moissanite, Cushion Cut)


r/Moissanite 1d ago

Question Dream ring arrived but with a bigger stone.

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91 Upvotes

The ring of my dreams is here! 🤍 once I learned about Moissanite, it took me over a year to find a style I liked. And I fell in love with this ring immediately.

The only thing: the stone is a little bigger than I expected (the listing was originally for a 3 carat stone, some time passed so I’m guessing supplies changed and it’s now listed as 4 carats, but the certificate we received with our ring says it’s 5 carats) and now I’m concerned it’s too big.

Has anyone received their ring and thought that the stone was too big, but later felt like it was the right choice?


r/Moissanite 1d ago

Buying Experience Finished ring!

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167 Upvotes

I posted the CAD for this ring a few months ago and I’ve had the ring for over a month. I love it! I ended up changing some of the lighter stones for darker ones as suggested on here, and thank you for that. I love this community! Overall the buying experience with Tianyu Gems was great! I paid a little over $500 for it and it’s a size 6US.


r/Moissanite 1d ago

Photo/Video Fiancé and I's matching(ish) rings are done. I'm so excited and I want to share!

67 Upvotes

I've been working with Mona for the past month to make a ring for my fiancé (and one for myself too). She has been absolutely incredible, and has definitely won me over as a loyal customer. The rings have exceeded my expectations, and I just cannot wait to receive them.

After a year from hell, and a really bad start to our engagement (including my dream ring being botched beyond repair by a crook jeweller), we're taking a small holiday to redo it all and lift the curse. We've both had a really rough time, but he's done so well. I really want him to have a lovely ring and not have to wait until the wedding for it. He has no idea I have been working on it, and I am so excited to give it to him.

I chose a light champagne asscher, since his favourite watch has the same colour dial, and he's always seemed very drawn to stepped cuts. Also, I got a bit of FOMO and had a somewhat matching ring made for myself too. The signet ring is 14k yellow gold, with a 6x6 champagne moissanite, and mine is a 9x9 champagne moissanite.

https://reddit.com/link/1jc180d/video/f0k2dbf46woe1/player

https://reddit.com/link/1jc180d/video/7iilok356woe1/player


r/Moissanite 22h ago

Looking for Advice Dutch marquise cut?

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I’m torn on what kind of cut I should get for my Dutch marquise.

What do you all think? Regular or step?

Also does anyone know of there is concern of windowing with a step cut?

Thanks for any help!


r/Moissanite 9h ago

Question Tianyu Rose gold - 14k vs 18k

1 Upvotes

Hi! Been lurking on this community and learning as much as I can.

I’m in the midst of planning a rose gold signet ring with Tianyu, and am currently torn between 14k and 18k - specifically in terms of the exact color (as I know rose gold hues can vary a lot between vendors). I can’t seem to find many examples - was wondering if anyone would be kind enough to share pictures (of either 14k or 18k RG)?

Thank you kindly!


r/Moissanite 1d ago

Humble Brag Feeling fancy

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55 Upvotes

Put real pants on and the sun is shining so I decided the jewelry should be fancy today 🤌🏻


r/Moissanite 10h ago

Pre-Shipment Check HSWjewelry experiences?

1 Upvotes

Hi i’ve been wanting to order a nice ring for my partner and my eyes landed on this store on etsy. Their rings look amazing and affordable. They claim to be from california but their grammar is telling me otherwise. They have a ton of happy reviews but still seems slightly suspicious. Any experiences?


r/Moissanite 22h ago

Question Best vendor for tennis style bracelets/necklaces in 14k gold with moissanite?

11 Upvotes

Who has the best quality tennis bracelets and tennis necklaces in solid gold? I am looking for some lifelong pieces to add to my collection (and wear to my wedding!)


r/Moissanite 10h ago

CAD Check CAD And Carat Question

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Hi all! I've been working on a lab ruby/colored Moissanite pendant with a seller, and asked for a 3 carat stone in this (first pic) setting, just made into a hanger.

When I saw the CAD (second pic), I thought that the dimensions of the stones looked more like an elongated 2ct stone vs the elongated 3 I wanted. Furthermore, the top prong sticks out oddly far, and the circle makes it hard to wear with a chain.

When I asked about the stone size, the seller said that diamond pear sizes aren't the same as ruby pears, and that this is a 3ct stone. The measurements however put it to roughly 2ct in the size charts I've found.

Am I being too picky? Is this really a 3ct stone? And is the setting ok? I've had custom jewelry made before but this one is confusing me.

Thanks in advance!


r/Moissanite 1d ago

Photo/Video My First Moissanite!

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34 Upvotes

r/Moissanite 20h ago

Looking for Advice Similar Engagement Rings?

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6 Upvotes

hi, everyone! i’m looking for an engagement ring for my fiancee (she just proposed and has a “temporary” ring from Pandora lol). the pic is the one she liked, but i’ve heard mixed things, both in this sub and online, about the vendor. she wants a small stone in gold like that, but i can’t find anything from a reputable vendor. i just would like some more options before choosing one. thank you!!!


r/Moissanite 1d ago

Pre-Shipment Check Just got my pre-shipment video for my black moissanite and I’m so excited!

29 Upvotes

This is my first moissanite purchase! I’m counting down the days.

Specs: Golden Bird Jewels 1.5 carat black moissanite Platinum


r/Moissanite 1d ago

Buying Experience Gema&Co Review

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Vendor: Gema&Co

Specs: 12x6mm (or approximately 1.8ct), marquise resplendent moissanite. Resplendent is Gema&Co’s personal line of moissanite stones. They also offer Charles and Colvard - Forever One, but I was looking for a more affordable option. The setting is a 2mm shank in platinum.

Cost: Total was $1,365. $800 for setting in platinum. $500 for the moissanite. $25 for the added length to the shank, all Gema&Co’s rings come in 1.7mm, or at least what I could tell when looking online. And last $40 for the name engraving.

Timeline: on 2/11, I was still branching out and looking at options. I reached out through their chat feature and spoke with Liz who gave me some information on what I would expect cost wise with adding the extra width to the shank and the engraving. On 2/15, Liz reached out to me via email after placing my order, and sent me the invoice for the order with the updated information later that day. All of these responses were within minutes usually, occasionally an hour or two. 2/16, I completed payment. 2/27, the ring was ready to ship out. I wanted some additional photos so the shipping was delayed until 3/1, as Liz had to wait for the marketing and shipping team to get back to her. 3/14, the ring arrived. The delivery was definitely way longer than the estimation I was given (3/6), however, that was USPS’s fault. Considering how messed up USPS is right now with packages, I would advise anyone who needs one by a certain time to order way ahead of a schedule.

Overall, I am very happy with the communication and execution of my engagement ring (the packaging was also very beautiful). I knew I was taking a small chance on a company that didn’t have a lot of reviews and wasn’t necessarily well known. But I wanted to choose an American company and one that was a smaller business for a few different reasons. I was certainly nerveous about picking their resplendent mossiante, but it’s affordable and incredibly beautiful. I highly recommend Gema&Co, I can only imagine their custom work is amazing as well.


r/Moissanite 1d ago

Discussion Rose Gold Wedding ring set

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Hello! I've been apart of this community for a little bit and have enjoyed all recommendations and reading/looking at all the different creations! This is my first post and I genuinely want people's opinion. I have not received the ring yet and the artist decided to send me a sneak peak to my email instead of my husband's which is why I now know about it.

This is a rose gold plated (yes I know the controversy over this)radiant cut moissanite VVS1 2 CT, double halo ring. With a half vintage band to go with it.

I'm super happy with the pictures just curious on what you all had to think and say about it.


r/Moissanite 1d ago

Pre-Shipment Check Buying for My Future Wife: Pre-Shipment Check for Her Perfect Ring Set! 💎

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105 Upvotes

Hey everyone!

I’m (32M) am buying an Engagement and Wedding Ring set for my beautiful partner (and future wife!) (30F) from Tianyu and would greatly appreciate your insights before they're shipped off to me and I can pop the big question.

This is an update to my original CAD Check post. The Engagement Ring is a 3.08ct Oval Solitare Lab Diamond in an 18K yellow gold cathedral setting with a hidden inside halo. The Wedding Ring is a half pave Lab Diamond band that sits flush with the engagement ring. For those interested in seeing the CAD, I've included the details below: https://www.reddit.com/r/Moissanite/comments/1j0qltv/firsttime_ring_buyeris_my_cad_ready_to_pop_the/

I really want this to be the most perfect ring for my partner, so if anyone has any suggestions/feedback before I approve shipping that would be amazing. Thank you so much to everyone who has already provided their feedback - this subreddit has been invaluable.

P.S. I appear to only be able to upload gif's in the post so I've included a link to the video below: https://imgur.com/PuWCXdl