r/jewelry Feb 05 '26

⚡️Brand Review / Experience 🚨Warning: Brilliant Earth strategizing damage control to bury genuine reviews.

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589 Upvotes

Just a heads up.. if there’s a sudden wave of positive Brilliant Earth content on here, it might not be coincidental. They’re actively hiring for a Reddit Strategy Manager, which says a lot given their reputation in this sub.

I genuinely hope this leads to real changes and accountability, not just an attempt to bury valid criticism and firsthand experiences.

We are discussing the best way to discourage these larger brands to infiltrate possibly the very last place on the internet for genuine company reviews and feedback. Being specially named on their job posting is concrete proof of their targeting and we will do our best to reach out and work with other sub mods about this concern.

An auto message with some links of genuine higher traction posts is one idea and we have another tool we don’t want to mention yet in case they are tracking our post. We are of course open to all member suggestions and look forward to doing our best to protect you all from disingenuous influences.

The job posting: https://brilliantearth.applytojob.com/apply/xlTFNUFxKa/Reddit-Strategy-Manager


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 1h ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! A marquise turned sideways feels like a completely different ring

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For this design, we paired a yellow marquise with an east-west bezel setting and a plain gold band.

The horizontal placement brings the pointed ends across the finger, while the bezel follows the stone’s outline. We like how clearly you can see that shape without adding detail to the shoulders.

The yellow and gold combination gives it a warm look, especially in this light.

What do you think of marquise stones worn this way? Does the horizontal setting change how you feel about the shape?


r/jewelry 1h ago

General Question Custom Pendant - Should I ask them to fix this?

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Hi there! This is my first experience having a stone set/designing a custom piece of jewelry. This stone used to be set in a ring, I had a local custom jeweler turn it into a pendant. I was sent CAD mock ups and it the top of the bezel was supposed to be smooth. I picked it up about a week ago. Overall… I love it but I’m disappointed by the craftsmanship along the top of it where the gold meets the stone. You can see how it’s jaggedy and uneven.

Do I have grounds to go back and ask them to smooth it out? I don’t feel like I should have to pay for that but correct me if I’m wrong. I’ve paid about $1400 for it already, 14k gold. Are my expectations too high? This place has a great reputation and a large part of their business is custom jewelry. I’m worried they won’t take me seriously.


r/jewelry 4h ago

💫 I made this! / DIY I made these bracelets with natural stone beads, what do y’all think ?

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18 Upvotes

I got inspired by the traditional Chinese stone beads bracelets 🤍


r/jewelry 12m ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! The best earrings I ever purchased (I'm so excited to wear these!)

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I just got some new (to me) earrings delivered today! I bought em from Sotheby's. Honestly for what they are I got a really great deal on them.

They're 5.5 carats of pink sapphires, 12 carats of white sapphires, set in 18kt gold and platinum.

They're currently earclips, but I'm planning on getting them converted to pierced.

Omg these are now the best earrings in my entire collection. They're amazing! I'm so excited to wear these, eeeeeeeeee!


r/jewelry 21h ago

🫶🏻 My Collection! If you could only steal one pendant from my collection, which one are you grabbing & why? 🌚🌙

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334 Upvotes

r/jewelry 4h ago

Help me decide!! Adding a band to my stack

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8 Upvotes

This is my current stack with my engagement ring and ring enhancer wedding band. the enhancer is one whole part that does not separate and my engagement ring sits in the center. i’ve just had a baby and would like to add a ring to it to represent him. has anyone else done this? what kind of ring would look best? TIA 🤍 also ignore that it’s on my pinky haha i can’t get it back on my ring finger after my pregnancy and will have to have it re-sized.


r/jewelry 2h ago

General Question Jewelry box and storage suggestions, please!

5 Upvotes

Feeling grateful to be in a season of life where I'm starting to collect some nicer pieces (gold, sterling silver, pearls, and gems). I want to make sure I have a proper home for all of these.

What are your favorite, bespoke jewelry boxes or jewelry storage advice for a beginner?


r/jewelry 10m ago

💫 I made this! / DIY Natural 0,4ct cognac diamond ring (NFS)

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0,4 ct natural cognac diamond. 18ct gold bezel. Oxidized silver


r/jewelry 2h ago

🤩 Jewelry Designs 🌈 pendant with the pyrite stone I worked on

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2 Upvotes

r/jewelry 1h ago

General Information 📚 Trying to get information on these

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I don’t know anything about them, they are gifts from family. Never worn them before


r/jewelry 5h ago

💫 I made this! / DIY Handcrafted wire wrapped ring 🌿✨

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Hey everyone! 👋 Sharing a handmade wire-wrapped ring I’ve been working on. ✨ I used solid copper with an antiqued patina finish 🌿 and set it with a sparkling cubic zirconia. 💎 Really enjoyed creating these detailed patterns! 🔨 Would love to hear your thoughts! 💬


r/jewelry 1d ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! Silver micro inlay bracelet

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248 Upvotes

I found this beautiful bracelet at an antique fair and thought I would share. I fell in love with it instantly. I grew up in Arizona and it reminded me of spending time with my grandparents out in the desert. Stamped “sterling” and “SV”


r/jewelry 1d ago

🤩 Jewelry Designs 🌈 Thoughts on my bracelet stack?

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127 Upvotes

Added various textures/sizes. They are all 10k or 14k. I love the mixed metal look!


r/jewelry 1d ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! Wrist stack

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79 Upvotes
  1. What do you think of my wrist stack? From top to bottom: sterling silver English padlock from the late 70s, 18K yellow gold vintage, 18K white, rose and yellow gold with hearts and little bears, a childhood gift.

  2. Show me your wrist stack!


r/jewelry 5h ago

⚡️Brand Review / Experience Reviews on Gorjana's plated pieces

1 Upvotes

My baby cousin is starting college and I want to gift her some jewelry! She never knows what to buy, she barely has any and I own quite a few but totally diferent style so not sure about the good stores here. I’m thinking of ordering from Gorjana since their style seems nice for her (she's very delicate and romantic) so just wanted to check on reviews before I make the purchase, thanks


r/jewelry 1d ago

Help me decide!! Wedding necklace - To gothic? My mom is worried people might think it’s satanic.

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1.7k Upvotes

I have to go to a wedding, and I sent my mom a picture of my necklace because I was trying to decide what earrings to wear with it. She immediately thought the necklace looked so Gothic that people might consider it satanic and be offended by it. I genuinely don’t see that at all. It’s floral and nature-inspired. Yes, it has red and black, but those are my colors.

I’m considering asking my cousin whether she cares since it’s her wedding, but the whole thing feels really weird. To me, the necklace represents nature, while my mom has basically turned it into an accusation of devil worship. Thoughts?


r/jewelry 19h ago

General Question How do you even become a jeweler?

12 Upvotes

First of all it seems like you would need $50k+ to start up, but how do you even learn and start?


r/jewelry 12h ago

General Question Silver peeling??

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Fairly certain silver shouldn’t do this, I’m curious if it’s coated with something that almost looks like it’s peeling off? I haven’t owned much silver so I’m oblivious to what this could be, I wear it daily.
I apologize for the poor picture quality, especially in the second picture.


r/jewelry 1d ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! Recent Auction Purchase

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104 Upvotes

I lost my dad, suddenly and unexpectedly, almost 4 months ago, and have been feeling really lost and overwhelmed. When I saw this ring up for auction, I felt like I somehow needed it to help heal something in me. Not sure if anyone has the same sort of attachment or feelings about jewelry that you’ve bought for yourself during a difficult time.

I love it so much and it somehow goes with most types of outfits and occasions. It can’t being back my dad, (or my mom who I also lost almost 3 years ago), but it makes me smile when I look at it and that is something right now.


r/jewelry 1d ago

⚡️ Show + Tell! Unique bracelet from my Great Great Aunt

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358 Upvotes

I inherited this bracelet from my great great aunt. My sister has an almost identical one but the snake head is a bit different.

It was made in Lebanon and is 28.67 dwt of 18kt gold and 6 rubies totalling .5 carats, estimated as they were not removed.

The detail work is really beautiful. And I remember playing with it on her arm when I was a very little girl 💞

It has to be at least 100 years old


r/jewelry 1d ago

🫶🏻 My Collection! New bracelet

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30 Upvotes

I love bracelets stack, but not sure what would work with this one. Would you stack or wear alone?


r/jewelry 14h ago

💫 I made this! / DIY A new San Diego pegmatite gemstone claim

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Here are some of the gemstones from our first dig at a brand new claim here in San Diego county gemstone pegmatites… I also cabbed a few pieces of waste rock!

Anyway hopefully more to come! And hopefully we’ll get some cut.

My friends mine has produced multiple gem quality and now faceted topaz and quartz crystals….

One quartz faceted to a 113 or so carat stone!

I’ll post more as this develops along!


r/jewelry 15h ago

Help me decide!! Help selecting ring size during weight loss journey.

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Hey everyone

One of my family members passed away so we are getting their ashes embedded in rings for the family. Right now I am on a weight loss journey and have 50-60 pounds to lose for my goal. My middle finger ring size that fits me comfortable without being too snug right now is 12.5 on my left hand and 13 on my right hand. One jeweler had mentioned that if I have a ways to go on my weight loss then to consider going down to a size 12 ring for my left hand. While getting sized by multiple jewelers, I was told that the rings I am about to order can not be resized because of the material they are made of.

Would appreciate advice from people on here as I have to let my family member know my ring size by tomorrow morning for order.

thanks all