Custom jewelers in NYC (yellow gold, colored gemstone) and/or experiences with Dana Walden Bridal?

[fiancetobe]

Hi all, I hope this is the right place to post and apologies if I mix up some terminology or if some of these questions are very basic--I'm very new to all this but just want to get something she'll love and that'll last her a lifetime.

I'm shopping for an engagement ring for my girlfriend who is sure she wants something in yellow gold with a colored gemstone. She seems to especially like a halo style with a thin band. A few of her "pins" are from the brand Dana Walden and we're based in NYC, so I was thinking about just going there. Does anyone have experience with them and can vouch for their quality/value? I noticed that not all of their gemstones are GIA certified--is that a red flag? And are there any custom jewelers you all would recommend for this style of ring? Thanks in advance!

 

[lovedogs]

Hi there! If she wants a colored center gemstone rather than a diamond, you'll get more help by posting in the "colored stones" area of the forum.

 

[fiancetobe]

Hi there! If she wants a colored center gemstone rather than a diamond, you'll get more help by posting in the "colored stones" area of the forum.

Ah thank you! I'll do that.