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Our direct source importing can give you great buys on any type of gemstones. We are proud to sell only international certified stones from the following: GIA (Gemological Institute of America), EGL ( European Gemological Laboratory), AGS (American Gem Society), IGI ( International Gemological Institute), HRD (Hoge Raad Voor Diamant) or (The Diamond High Council ). On gemstones larger than .25 ct in size we can offer a serial registration number engraved on the girdle to assure that you can identify your gemstone in case of theft or loss.


Many other advantages are included free of charge with purchase of your gemstones from Design Specialties:

- 1 year replacement from loss guarantee
- a certificate of grade analysis
- free setting in the mounting
- free yearly inspections to help prevent loss of stones
Pricing is the best advantage for our customers. Low overhead means savings. You will receive discounts from suggested retail prices every transaction. Discounts are given on every quality level. Retail prices fluctuate and so do the discounts. This assures you are getting a true value and not just getting lower quality gemstones.


A) Sample Pricing Guide
Good Quality Genuine Diamonds

carat wt.

.005ct.
.0075ct.
.01ct.
.015ct.
.02ct.
.025ct.
.03ct.
.04ct.
.05ct.
.06ct.
.07ct.
.08ct.
.10ct.
.12ct.
.15ct.
.20ct.
.25ct.
.33ct.

MM range

1.00-1.15
1.16-1.23
1.24-1.40
1.41-1.55
1.56-1.80
1.81-1.88
1.89-2.10
2.10-2.23
2.24-2.43
2.44-2.50
2.51-2.73
2.74-2.80
2.81-3.10
3.11-3.23
3.23-3.54
3.55-4.00
3.90-4.20
4.20-4.60

price per stone

$ 7.05
$10.58
$14.10
$21.15
$28.20
$36.00
$44.55
$59.40
$77.25
$92.70
$108.15
$138.00
$177.50
$213.00
$317.25
$450.00
$612.50
$915.75

For larger stones contact a design rep.



B) Sample Pricing Guide
Good Quality Genuine Diamonds

carat wt.

.005ct.
.0075ct.
.01ct.
.015ct.
.02ct.
.025ct.
.03ct.
.04ct.
.05ct.
.06ct.
.07ct.
.08ct.
.10ct.
.12ct.
.15ct.
.20ct.
.25ct.
.33ct.

MM range

1.00-1.15
1.16-1.23
1.24-1.40
1.41-1.55
1.56-1.80
1.81-1.88
1.89-2.10
2.10-2.23
2.24-2.43
2.44-2.50
2.51-2.73
2.74-2.80
2.81-3.10
3.11-3.23
3.23-3.54
3.55-4.00
3.90-4.20
4.20-4.60

price per stone

$8.70
$13.05
$17.40
$26.33
$35.10
$47.63
$57.15
$76.20
$95.25
$118.50
$138.60
$190.80
$241.50
$289.80
$427.50
$651.00
$918.75
$1,386.00

For larger stones contact a design rep.



C) Sample Pricing Guide
Top White Genuine Diamonds

carat wt.

.005ct.
.0075ct.
.01ct.
.015ct.
.02ct.
.025ct.
.03ct.
.04ct.
.05ct.
.06ct.
.07ct.
.08ct.
.10ct.
.12ct.
.15ct.
.20ct.
.25ct.
.33ct.

MM range

1.00-1.15
1.16-1.23
1.24-1.40
1.41-1.55
1.56-1.80
1.81-1.88
1.89-2.10
2.10-2.23
2.24-2.43
2.44-2.50
2.51-2.73
2.74-2.80
2.81-3.10
3.11-3.23
3.23-3.54
3.55-4.00
3.90-4.20
4.20-4.60

price per stone

$9.53
$14.29
$19.05
$29.48
$39.30
$52.50
$63.00
$86.40
$108.00
$133.20
$155.40
$207.60
$2259.50
$311.40
$474.75
$711.00
$1,1046.25
$1633.50

For larger stones contact a design rep.


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