Rare Carat Alternative

GOODSTONE eliminates marketplace markups by working directly with our own artisans and maintaining relationships with select diamond suppliers. While Rare Carat aggregates prices from multiple vendors who each add their margins, we control our supply chain to offer better value. Our pricing includes the full cost of craftsmanship, support, and lifetime care, avoiding surprise fees that sometimes appear when working through third-party vendors.

Your GOODSTONE artisan handles all modifications personally, maintaining the integrity of the original design. Because the same craftsperson who created your ring performs any adjustments, they understand exactly how to preserve its structural and aesthetic qualities. Rare Carat customers must coordinate with individual vendors who may not have created the original piece, potentially leading to inconsistent results or extended timelines.

We source diamonds that meet your criteria rather than limiting you to existing inventory. Our partners can acquire specific stones you've identified or find comparable options that might serve you better. Unlike marketplace models that only show available inventory, we actively search for diamonds that match your exact requirements, often finding superior stones at similar price points.

Most GOODSTONE rings ship within three to four weeks, with rush options available for urgent timelines. Because we control production directly, we can accelerate specific orders when needed. Rare Carat timelines vary by vendor, and expediting orders often requires coordinating with multiple parties, which can create delays or additional costs.

Every GOODSTONE diamond comes with independent laboratory certification from GIA or IGI. We can provide detailed appraisal documents for every unique piece. This comprehensive documentation exceeds what most online vendors provide and helps maintain your ring's value over time.

We examine every diamond before setting to ensure it matches its certification and meets your expectations. If any aspects disappoint, we source alternatives immediately. This preview process prevents the frustration of receiving a technically accurate but aesthetically unsuitable diamond, a common issue when buying sight-unseen through online marketplaces.

Your relationship with GOODSTONE continues indefinitely. Annual cleanings, inspection services, and minor adjustments remain complimentary. Your artisan maintains records of your ring's specifications, making future modifications or matching pieces straightforward. This continuity surpasses the transactional relationships common with marketplace vendors

GOODSTONE arranges in-person viewings at our showrooms in Austin, Texas. For those that are not local to Texas, we can provide high resolution videos. Rare Carat's model primarily relies on standardized photography and specifications, which may not capture the subtle differences between stones

We maintain direct relationships with suppliers who document their diamonds' origins and adhere to responsible mining practices. Beyond basic Kimberley Process compliance, we verify labor conditions and environmental practices at source locations. Our smaller supply chain allows deeper oversight than platforms aggregating inventory from numerous vendors with varying standards.

Our artisans train for years before creating engagement rings independently. They understand how metal behavior affects long-term durability, how prong placement maximizes diamond security, and how surface finishing affects daily wear. Mass-produced settings prioritize speed and cost reduction, often compromising these subtle but important details that determine how your ring ages over decades.