Jewellery Buying Consultation
Maniraj Solitaire
I help you understand jewellery quality, pricing, and care so you can buy the right gold, diamond, or polki pieces without confusion or hidden costs.
Pricing Guide
Light Daily Wear & Gifting
Consultation Scope
- Education Session: 30 to 45 minute breakdown of jewellery terms including Carat vs Karat and Hallmarking verification.
- Purity Testing: Live demonstration of the Water Density Test to verify gold quality.
- Selection: Curation of lightweight, office appropriate designs like sleeve bracelets and pendants.
Product Specs
- Metal: 14K or 18K Hallmarked Gold optimized for durability.
- Stones: Commercial Grade Natural Diamonds (SI Clarity, I to J Color) or semi precious color stones.
- Weight: Ultra lightweight items ranging between 1.5 grams and 4 grams.
Transparency
- Billing: Detailed bill separating Gold Value, Stone Cost, and Making Charges.
- Maintenance: Digital guide on cleaning diamonds using mild soap.
Heirloom Redesign & Upcycling
Assessment & Valuation
- Purity Analysis: XRF machine testing or melting of existing jewellery to determine 22K or 24K content.
- Loss Calculation: Breakdown of refining losses (typically 10 to 15 percent deduction) prior to work.
Redesign Scope
- Modernization: Conversion of heavy wedding sets into wearable, modular pieces.
- Labor Fees: Covers the creative design iteration and making charges for the new structure.
Material Additions
- New Elements: Cost includes adding new semi precious stones, enamel work, or small diamond accents.
- Note: Price reflects the service and labor cost only, excluding the value of the client provided gold.
Custom Bridal & Polki Design
Design Consultation
- Styling Analysis: 1 hour session analyzing face shape to recommend specific frames (e.g., Chandbalis vs Jhumkas).
- Blueprint: Creation of technical manufacturing specs from sketches or reference images.
- Stone Selection: Selection of Syndicate or Kilwas uncut diamonds based on budget.
Craftsmanship & Materials
- Technique: Traditional Jadau technique (stones set in gold with lac) or open setting diamond work.
- Metal: 22K Hallmarked Gold for traditional settings or 18K for modern styles.
- Gemstones: Utilization of Polki (uncut diamonds), pastel beads, or precious stones like Emeralds.
Value Adds
- Pricing Structure: Flat rate making charge policy regardless of design complexity.
- Certification: IGI or equivalent certification for solitaires and BIS hallmark for gold.
About Jewellery Buying Consultation
Jewellery Without the Confusion
I’m here to make jewellery buying straightforward. I want you to know what you’re getting, why it costs what it does, and how to spot quality. I’ll break down myths (like gold is only for the rich) and help you buy pieces that feel like you.
Gold Basics: No Jargon
- Always look for a BIS hallmark before buying - it’s proof of purity.
- Solid gold lasts, but gold-plated and gold-filled don’t hold up over time.
- Quick hack: drop gold in water, real gold sinks fast.
Diamonds: Not Just Sparkly Stones
- Picking a diamond shape can be personal. Oval, cushion, marquise - each has a vibe.
- I focus on conflict-free diamond sourcing. Ask brands if they follow the Kimberley Process.
- Vintage fans, check out rose-cut diamonds. They look bigger for their weight and have old-school charm.
Polki: Vintage Indian Swag
- Polki is raw, uncut diamond set in gold. Every piece is handmade, and resale value is solid.
Price Tags That Make Sense
- Always get a jewellery price breakdown: gold weight, making charges, stone cost, GST.
- My making charges stay the same, whether you pick a simple design or something fancy.
Old Gold, New Life
- Remodel old gold jewellery - I love turning old stuff into something you’ll actually wear. Jaise aapki marzi (your way).
Jewellery Care Tips
- Keep it away from perfume and lotion.
- Store in a soft pouch.
- Clean gently.
- Avoid wearing during workouts.
Meet your Expert
Maniraj Solitaire
17 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hey, we’re Maniraj Solitaire. Jewellery? Not just shine for us. It’s memories, maa’s dream, my hustle, both mixed up. Started with my mom’s love for the craft, I just tagged along and now it’s our thing. People get nervous with all the gold talk—carats, purity, charges, uff! That’s why I started ‘Decoding Jewellery’ videos. We just want you to buy with confidence, no stress, no confusion.
My Work
Handcrafted Gold, Diamond & Polki Jewellery - We make rings, earrings, pendants, even full polki bridal sets. All handmade, all real.
Custom Designs, Just for You - Got a wild idea? We turn your concept into custom gold jewellery design. No repeats, ever.
Upcycle Old Gold - Bring your old wedding jewellery, we’ll melt and make it new. Upcycled wedding jewellery, emotions intact.
Fair Pricing, No Surprises - Start from ₹10,000. Transparent jewellery pricing, BIS hallmark on every piece, clear cost breakup.