Question 1

How much does an engagement ring cost at ATL Luxury Jewelers?

Accepted Answer

Engagement-ring prices range from approximately $1,800 for a 0.5ct lab-grown solitaire in 14K gold to over $100,000 for a 3ct+ natural GIA-certified center stone in platinum with a custom setting. Most clients sit between $4,000 and $20,000. The center stone drives 60–80% of the cost in solitaire styles and 40–60% in halo or three-stone styles where the surrounding diamonds add weight.

Question 2

What engagement-ring styles do you carry?

Accepted Answer

Four core styles: solitaire (single center diamond, the most timeless silhouette, about 35% of our sales), halo (center stone surrounded by a frame of pavé diamonds), three-stone (center stone flanked by two side diamonds, symbolizing past/present/future), and two-stone / toi-et-moi (two diamonds intertwined side by side). We also build vintage, pavé, hidden-halo, and fully custom designs.

Question 3

Are all your diamonds GIA-certified?

Accepted Answer

Every center diamond we sell at 0.50 carat and above is GIA-certified or, in limited cases, certified by an equivalent lab (AGS or IGI for lab-grown). Smaller pavé and side diamonds are not individually certified (that's an industry-standard practice) but are sourced from the same Kimberley-Process-compliant suppliers. We prefer Triple Excellent (3EX) grading on round brilliants whenever the budget allows.

Question 4

How long does it take to create a custom engagement ring?

Accepted Answer

A fully custom engagement ring takes 4–6 weeks from initial design consultation to delivery — CAD modeling (week 1–2), wax prototype review (week 3), casting and setting (week 4–5), and final polish/inspection (week 6). Rush production is available for an additional fee. In-stock rings from our showroom can be sized and delivered within 1–2 weeks.

Question 5

Can I see engagement rings in person before buying?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our Snellville showroom — minutes from Atlanta, Lawrenceville, and Stone Mountain — carries an extensive engagement-ring inventory across every style, metal, and center-stone shape. We can also source specific GIA-certified center stones for in-person viewing within 48 hours. Book a private consultation online or call (704) 684-7530.

Question 6

What is the difference between natural and lab-grown diamonds?

Accepted Answer

Both are real diamonds, optically and chemically identical. Natural diamonds form over billions of years deep in the earth; lab-grown diamonds are created in weeks in a controlled lab environment. The primary difference is price (lab-grown costs 30–70% less than equivalent natural) and resale value (natural retains value far better long-term). We sell both and let clients decide based on priorities.

Question 7

Do you offer lifetime upgrade trade-in?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Any center diamond purchased from us can be traded in for a larger or higher-grade stone at any point in the future — we credit 100% of the original purchase price toward an upgrade of at least 1.5× the original value. This is one of our most-used programs; many clients trade up at 5- and 10-year anniversaries.

Question 8

What metal should I choose for an engagement ring?

Accepted Answer

Platinum is the most durable, hypoallergenic, and shows diamonds at their brightest — the gold standard for serious diamond rings. 18K white gold is a strong alternative at 30–40% less cost (requires periodic rhodium plating). 14K yellow gold is the most traditional warm tone. Rose gold reads contemporary and pairs particularly well with morganite, champagne, and brown-toned center stones.

Question 9

Can I bring an heirloom diamond for a new setting?

Accepted Answer

Yes — our atelier specializes in resetting heirloom diamonds into modern engagement rings. Bring the stone in any setting and we'll evaluate it (GIA grading available for an additional fee if not already certified), then design a new ring around it. Reset projects typically take 4–6 weeks and cost the metalwork plus any additional diamonds needed for halos or accent stones.

Question 10

How do I propose with a custom ring before it&rsquo;s finished?

Accepted Answer

We offer two solutions: (1) a sterling-silver wax prototype of the final design at no additional charge — photographs beautifully and lets the proposal happen on the original timeline, or (2) a temporary loaner ring from our showroom that the proposee can wear until the custom piece is delivered. About 30% of our custom clients use one of these options.

Question 11

What size diamond should I buy?

Accepted Answer

There's no 'right' size — it's entirely personal and depends on hand size, lifestyle, and budget. For reference: 0.5–0.75ct reads delicate and elegant, $1,800–$4,500. 1ct is the most popular size, $4,000–$10,000. 1.5–2ct is statement size, $8,000–$25,000. 3ct+ is anniversary / milestone size, $25,000+. We help clients model proportions against their hand size in our showroom.

Question 12

Can I get the engagement ring engraved?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we engrave initials, dates, words, or short phrases on the inside of the band at no additional charge. Engraving is done in-house by hand for vintage script feel, or by precision machine for modern uniform fonts. We need a 2–3 day window after the ring is complete; engraved rings cannot be resized (or rather can but the engraving may need to be re-cut), so we plan ahead.

Engagement Rings,
heirlooms in the
making — in Atlanta.

Four silhouettes, one for every story.

Solitaire

Halo

Three Stone

Two Stone

Nine cuts. One stone for every hand.

Six more directions to take the ring.

Lab-Grown Diamond Engagement Rings

Emerald Engagement Rings

Bezel-Set Engagement Rings

Vintage & Art Deco Engagement Rings

Men's Engagement Rings

Pavé & Hidden-Halo Engagement Rings

Built for the next fifty years.

Currently turning heads in our showroom.

14K White 3/4 CTW Natural Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring

Platinum 1 CTW Natural Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring

14K Rose 5/8 CTW Natural Diamond Anniversary Band

14K White 3/8 CTW Natural Diamond Anniversary Band

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Engagement Rings,heirlooms in themaking — in Atlanta.