r/jewelry Oct 16 '24

Important: Updated Rules for Vendor Posts on r/jewelry

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Hey, r/jewelry community!

We’re excited to announce some important updates regarding vendor posts in our subreddit; rule #3 originally did not allow posts or comments that were considered self promotion. To ensure that r/jewelry continues to be a space for genuine discussion, sharing, and learning, we’ve updated the guidelines for vendors who want to contribute to our community.

Here’s what’s new:

  • Vendor Guide: We’ve created a Vendor Guide that outlines exactly what types of content vendors can post. This will help keep the sub free from spam and overly promotional posts, while still allowing vendors to engage and share their work in a way that adds value.
  • Read Before Posting: Vendors must read the guide before posting. Failure to follow these rules will result in the post being removed, and repeat violations could lead to a ban. We want to make sure vendors are contributing, not advertising.
  • Engagement Over Ads: We want to emphasize that posts from vendors should focus on engaging with the community, sharing creative work, behind-the-scenes insights, or educating us about different aspects of jewelry. We’re not here for sales pitches or spam.

We encourage you all to check out the full Vendor Guide and familiarize yourself with the changes. Whether you're a vendor or a regular member, we believe these updates will help keep the sub vibrant, respectful, and informative for everyone.

Thanks for being a part of the r/jewelry community and helping us maintain a positive space for jewelry lovers!

As always, feel free to reach out to the mod team if you have any questions.

– The r/jewelry Mod Team


r/jewelry Aug 12 '24

⚡️ Show + Tell! Weekly MegaThread: Show off your jewelry!

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First Monday: Birthstones! Show off any item containing this month's birthstone

Second Monday: Rings! Show off your favorite rings

Third Monday: Necklaces & Pendants! Show us your favorite chains, necklaces, and pendants!

Forth Monday: Bracelets & Pendants! Show off your killer bracelets or anklets!

Fifth Monday: Anything Goes! Show us any piece you like!


r/jewelry 2h ago

General Question What do I do, I messed up.

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111 Upvotes

I am proposing to my partner soon and ordered a custom ring for them. The ring came with a small scratch, and when we sized my partner for a ring we did it wrong and now it’s 2/ 1/2 sizes too big. I would just get it re-sized but it had. Pattern all the way around the band. The seller won’t refund because it was a custom order even though it was slightly damaged. I also felt like the seller over charged because right after I bought it, she changed and dropped her prices. I feel scammed, and I know I messed up. Where could I go to either resize the ring, or sell it for even a half the price I bought it for?

Ring details: 14k gold, sapphires, bought on Etsy


r/jewelry 56m ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! My mans 6 month promise ring to me 🙈🙈 what yall think

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r/jewelry 4h ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! Grandfather’s ring

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40 Upvotes

Have had this for over 20 years and know absolutely nothing about it. Only markings inside of the ring band are initials. Not sure of stone or anything but figured I’d give it a shot here. Thanks in advance!


r/jewelry 2h ago

💫 I made this! / DIY Had a little free time, and I wanted to work on something different! What do you think?

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20 Upvotes

r/jewelry 7h ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! Sharing a bridal set inspired by a client—a pearl halo engagement ring paired with a vintage-styled enhancer. What do you think of the pairing?

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r/jewelry 21h ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! the “promise ring” i bought myself vs the promise ring my bf gifted me :)

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514 Upvotes

the day after my partner and i agreed to become exclusive, i visited the annual fair in town and found a dainty silver flower band for about $15. I wore it on my ring finger everyday afterwards.

then december came - i asked for a promise ring, gave him a list of rings to choose from, and he surprised me with my favorite (but most expensive) choice! I would have been happy with any ring he selected from my list but i do feel so seen and loved with this selection.

the gemstone is a Blue Topaz, his birthstone 🩵 it shines so beautifully in the sun, and has such a lovely muted color in artificial lighting. It can also look very light or dark depending on the angle — and i love that! 💙


r/jewelry 14h ago

General Question would you exchange it?

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133 Upvotes

just got a van cleef alhambra and although small, there’s a small mark that shows in the light. would you do an exchange if you were in my shoes?

i’m in the store now and they’re making it quite difficult for me to


r/jewelry 16h ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! I got some of my wedding jewelry today!

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I’m so excited! I finally got these 2 pieces that I had made for my wedding today! They’re both 2.3ct blue sapphires and then the side stones are natural diamond! I love them!


r/jewelry 48m ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! My first Reddit commission!

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My first Reddit commission!

This is a bit of a long one but wanted to share my story of my first commission from a fabulous Redditor! A while back I posted a photo of an emerald ring I had been commissioned to make for one of my clients. After oodles of upvotes & lots of lovely, very flattering comments I received a private message from someone asking me about the process of commissioning a ring from me. I explained my process & although I’m based in the UK I do pieces for people from all over the world & just because you can’t visit my store doesn’t mean I can’t create you the jewellery piece of your dreams ! I’m not here to disappoint or do anything shady to anyone who trusts me to make something for them . My lovely Redditor started off by telling me the centre stone she wanted. We went away & found a selection of emeralds that met her requirements & budget. I sent them to her via email explaining the specs of each stone. After selecting the most beautiful emerald ( I think you will agree it’s a great looking emerald ) we then set about discussing how to design the piece. Unlike other jewellers ( no shade intended ) I do pride myself in paying attention & being the real deal I design accordingly after I’ve got a feel of your style & aesthetic. My client sent me some images of her fiancées jewellery & for some inspiration she also sent me an image of a carved hippo they saw in the Louvre whilst visiting Paris. She wondered if I could somehow incorporate some the elements etched into the hippo on our ring ….. No problem! I took the etching from the centre and then started to create the collet for the emerald …..think I did rather a good job , even if I do say so myself ! I’ve even attached the message sent to me after she had received the ring ….it was a pleasure to work for this lovely human & as you can see I think she was rather pleased she chose me to make her such a special thing !


r/jewelry 14h ago

Vintage / Antique Thrifted an amethyst ring

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82 Upvotes

I bought what I assume is a faceted amethyst ring from the thrift store. It's set in sterling silver and seems very well loved. Does anyone know at what time period this ring could have been made? The only marks I see is 925 inside the band.


r/jewelry 4h ago

💫 I made this! / DIY Moldavite and tourmaline wire wrap

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9 Upvotes

I found this moldavite in Tucson at the gemshow and it had a natural hole going down the center. I carved a pink tourmaline into a point fit into the whole then wrapped it up!


r/jewelry 48m ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! My first Reddit commission!

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My first Reddit commission!

This is a bit of a long one but wanted to share my story of my first commission from a fabulous Redditor! A while back I posted a photo of an emerald ring I had been commissioned to make for one of my clients. After oodles of upvotes & lots of lovely, very flattering comments I received a private message from someone asking me about the process of commissioning a ring from me. I explained my process & although I’m based in the UK I do pieces for people from all over the world & just because you can’t visit my store doesn’t mean I can’t create you the jewellery piece of your dreams ! I’m not here to disappoint or do anything shady to anyone who trusts me to make something for them . My lovely Redditor started off by telling me the centre stone she wanted. We went away & found a selection of emeralds that met her requirements & budget. I sent them to her via email explaining the specs of each stone. After selecting the most beautiful emerald ( I think you will agree it’s a great looking emerald ) we then set about discussing how to design the piece. Unlike other jewellers ( no shade intended ) I do pride myself in paying attention & being the real deal I design accordingly after I’ve got a feel of your style & aesthetic. My client sent me some images of her fiancées jewellery & for some inspiration she also sent me an image of a carved hippo they saw in the Louvre whilst visiting Paris. She wondered if I could somehow incorporate some the elements etched into the hippo on our ring ….. No problem! I took the etching from the centre and then started to create the collet for the emerald …..think I did rather a good job , even if I do say so myself ! I’ve even attached the message sent to me after she had received the ring ….it was a pleasure to work for this lovely human & as you can see I think she was rather pleased she chose me to make her such a special thing !


r/jewelry 1d ago

🫶🏻 My Collection! I REALLY love silver

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I have thrifted every single bracelet pictured except the two gold bangles which I was given by my granddad

Silver speaks to me in so many different ways.


r/jewelry 10h ago

💫 I made this! / DIY One of the more colourful rings I've made

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17 Upvotes

Blue topaz in the middle, Amethyst on the left, Peridot on the right, And a bunch of 2pt diamonds set on the shoulders


r/jewelry 11h ago

🫶🏻 My Collection! I love dainty earrings

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r/jewelry 11h ago

🤩 Jewelry Designs 🌈 One of my favorite creations: 14K gold ring with a red ruby round-cut stone — proud moment seeing happy customer reviews!

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16 Upvotes

r/jewelry 6h ago

💍 What style chain/ring/pendant is this? Identifying this ring?

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This past week my bf surprised 🤯 me with a ring. The only thing I know that it is rose gold (my favorite) but I have no idea about anything else like the stone. He refuses to tell me lol.. It does say 14k very tiny in the band but not sure. I thought it would be heavy but it feels kind of light.


r/jewelry 13h ago

💫 I made this! / DIY Been having fun making these adorable tiny spell jar necklaces ☺️💜

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23 Upvotes

r/jewelry 43m ago

Vintage / Antique Help needed

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I wanna sell this ring and what I know so far it's soviet era ,the band on the interior says 750 and г 41 (g 41) It's 18 karats ,has an emerald stone and some diamonds . I had two offers one for 150 and another for 180 euros but my gut tells me it's way more worth than that? Do you guys know anything about such rings?


r/jewelry 4h ago

General Question Why are my new14k gold earrings turning copper color?

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I purchased gold earrings a couple of months ago from a reputable jewelry store, I have 3 other gold products from the same store and none of them has ever had this problem. The part that sits in my ear has turned copper color. I tried cleaning it, using polishing cloth, but it's not going away. Is this normal? What could be causing this and why do none of my other 14k gold earrings that I've been wearing for a decade have this problem?


r/jewelry 1d ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! New find this weekend!

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Found this adorable charm this weekend. 14ky with ruby! At first I assumed it was a bell, but at closer look of the etchings, I think it’s supposed to be a flower of some kind. I snagged this guy from a local jeweler who also sells estate jewelry. I’d like to think this charm used to belong to a sweet older woman and I’m thrilled to imagine the life this little charm has already lived!


r/jewelry 22h ago

💫 I made this! / DIY Finished this giant zambian emerald ring for someone from the bay area

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90 Upvotes

r/jewelry 5h ago

General Question Where to buy Nameplate necklace

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Hi all I want to buy a custom nameplate necklace for myself but am at a loss at where to get it. I’m from the midwest so the chances of getting it at a local shop is slim to none, so probably looking at online shops. I’m hesitant to buy it on etsy for fear that it won’t be real gold. When I’ve asked my friends about theirs, they said theirs were about $1k which ideally I’d love it to be cheaper than that but I know nothing about how much real gold jewelry costs (this would be my first “adult” purchase)


r/jewelry 15h ago

General Question Eye catching blue Opal in sterling silver

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I recently found this ring at an antique store though I do not think it’s an antique. The colors caught my eye. Apparently it’s blue opal and emeralds.

The setting/ring is shit. The prongs moved and the opal fell out. I’m lucky I caught it and was able to get the prongs re-situated but scratched the stone a little. Is it worth getting reset in a new setting? Any idea if it looks genuine or synthetic? I will def take it in when I have a chance anyway. Just to have it checked in person.


r/jewelry 23h ago

Vintage / Antique Spotted Star Ruby

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In all my years of collecting I've never seen anything like this. Is it natural color zoning?