Are lab-grown diamonds real? What testers and jewellers can tell
Lab-grown diamonds are real diamonds. Learn what a tester can show, how a jeweller checks origin, and what an IGI report confirms.
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How custom jewellery gets made, what the gold and the stones really are, and what to ask before you pay. Written by Ksenia Enbom, for people ordering from Australia.
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Do lab-grown diamonds hold their value? A guide to resale
Lab-grown diamonds can be resold, but recovering the retail price is unlikely. Learn what affects an offer and how to avoid overpaying.
How to match a wedding band to an engagement ring in Australia
Choose a wedding band that works with your engagement ring: straight or contoured, flush or with a gap, and matched or contrasting metals.
Oval vs round engagement ring: size, sparkle, price and fit
Compare oval and round engagement rings by visible size, sparkle, price and how each shape looks on the hand.
What does a right-hand ring mean when you buy it for yourself?
A right-hand ring can mean whatever its wearer chooses. Learn how to choose a self-purchased diamond ring for your hand, habits and budget.
Moissanite vs lab-grown diamond: price, sparkle and which to choose
Moissanite usually costs less and shows more rainbow fire. Compare it with a lab-grown diamond for appearance, everyday wear and what your quote covers.
Toi et moi ring meaning: two stones, one ring, and how to wear it
A toi et moi ring pairs two stones on one band. Learn what it means, where the design came from, and how to wear it with a wedding band.
18ct vs 14ct vs 9ct gold: 750, 585 and 375 for an everyday ring
Compare 18ct, 14ct and 9ct gold for purity, colour, wear and price. ENBOM makes 18ct as standard and 14ct on request.
How long does a custom engagement ring take? 6 to 8 weeks from design approval
A custom ring reaches you in Australia 6 to 8 weeks after you approve the design. Production itself takes 3 to 6 weeks from design approval.
Lab-grown diamond tennis bracelet: a real 2.76-carat order for Australia
A bezel-set lab-grown diamond tennis bracelet, 2.76 carats in total, made for a client in Australia and quoted at USD 3,150, plus a pear pendant and studs.
IGI or GIA for a lab-grown diamond? IGI still grades colour and clarity
Since October 2025, GIA sorts lab-grown diamonds into Premium or Standard, while IGI still grades colour and clarity. Which report compares stones.
How much does custom jewellery cost? Two real quotes at USD 950 and USD 3,150
See two real custom jewellery quotes and Australia's 2026 average engagement ring spend, with the limits of comparing them.
Import duty and GST on jewellery in Australia: what you pay above AUD 1,000
Above AUD 1,000, ABF charges 10% GST, customs duty and border fees on imported jewellery; under it, GST is usually charged at checkout instead.
IGI certificate check: match the report number to the stone
Check an IGI report against the stone, recognise the limits of a matching number and save IGI’s PDF when the report page offers it.
Custom ring from Pinterest photo: what changes before casting
A custom ring can start with a Pinterest photo. See what to send, how the design changes for your hand, and what you approve before casting.
Ordering a custom ring online: six checks before you pay
Ordering a custom engagement ring or fine jewellery online from Australia? Check the 3D model, stone report, gold test, payments, delivery risk and warranty.
1 carat diamond size difference: how 0.5 mm becomes 17% more visible area
Two 1-carat rounds can measure 6.0 and 6.5 mm across, giving the wider stone about 17% more visible area.
Show me what you like, and I'll tell you what it costs.
A photo, a link, or a couple of words. The quote is free, and you pay when you decide to go ahead. 6 to 8 weeks from design approval to your door. Delivery to Australia, duties and taxes are included, so you pay nothing on delivery.
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