LAMOR&CO · From the atelier
The Journal
Stories of craftsmanship, clear diamond guidance, and the thoughtful details behind a ring made to be remembered.
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Short notes and useful perspective from the LAMOR&CO private diamond atelier in Florida.
Diamond Laser Inscription: A Small Detail That Matters
A diamond’s microscopic inscription raises a bigger question: how much does the person behind your jewelry understand about the work at the bench?
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LAMOR&CO Featured in NOW Weddings: The Ring Reality Check
Mr. Mello shares 27 years of diamond-setting expertise in NOW Weddings. Explore the full-page feature on choosing, wearing, and protecting your engagement ring.
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A Beautiful Ring. But Is That the Whole Price?
A beautiful ring. An attractive starting price. But does it include the center diamond? Compare the complete cost—and discover LAMOR&CO’s clear pricing and personal microscope inspection by Mr. Mello.
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Full Eternity vs. Half Eternity: Which Is Better for Everyday Wear?
A client wanted a full eternity band for daily wear. Here’s why we recommended seven diamonds—and what to consider when choosing your own diamond band.
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Lab-Grown Diamond Engagement Rings Under $2,000: What to Check
Compare complete lab-grown diamond rings under $2,000 and learn what to check in the center diamond, gold setting, workmanship, and total price.
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A Pink October: Honoring Women, Care, and Connection
This October, we reflect on women, care, and connection. Discover meaningful lab-grown diamond jewelry and enjoy 5% off all jewelry throughout the month.
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How to Check Engagement Ring Quality: A Diamond Setter's Guide
Learn what to check in prongs, stone alignment, finishing, and inspection, with original before-and-after bench photos from Mr. Mello.
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Carat Weight vs. Face-Up Size: Why Two Diamonds of the Same Carat Weight Can Look Different
Two diamonds can both weigh 2 carats and still look noticeably different. Learn how shape, dimensions, proportions, and setting influence face-up appearance.
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How to Find Your Wife’s Ring Size Without Ruining the Surprise
Want to surprise your wife with a ring but do not know her size? Discover how LAMOR&CO helps you choose a starting size, includes a ring sizer, and offers complimentary resizing within 30 days.
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Is a 2 Carat Lab-Grown Diamond Right for You? What to Know Before Choosing Your Ring
Thinking about a 2 carat lab-grown diamond engagement ring? Learn how shape, setting, proportion and craftsmanship affect how the ring looks and feels on the hand.
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Should Your Engagement Ring and Wedding Band Sit Flush? A Diamond Setter Explains
Should your engagement ring and wedding band sit perfectly flush? A Master Diamond Setter explains intentional gaps, setting height, comfort, durability, and what to check before choosing a wedding band.
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Your Engagement Ring and Wedding Band Should Work Together
A beautiful pair starts with one simple detail: how the engagement ring and wedding band fit together.
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The Detail the Display Case Does Not Show
A display case shows beauty. A microscope reveals what beauty can hide.
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The Hands Behind the Ring: What a Photograph Can’t Tell You
A beautiful ring is more than a good image. Discover the quiet details that reveal whether a piece has truly been finished with care.
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14K vs. 18K Gold for Engagement Rings: How to Choose
Compare 14K and 18K gold for an engagement ring: purity, color, cost, daily wear, and setting construction, with guidance from Mr. Mello.
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How a Family of Jewelers Built LAMOR&CO
Discover how the Mello family’s more than 30 years in jewelry inspired LAMOR&CO: fine craftsmanship, transparent guidance, and laboratory-grown diamond expertise in Boca Raton.
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Welcome to the LAMOR&CO Journal
Guidance on lab-grown diamond engagement rings, craftsmanship, and custom design from LAMOR&CO.
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