The ring of your dreams is at Malka Diamonds
At our Portland jewelry store, we believe every great engagement ring starts with a carefully chosen diamond. A beautiful diamond ring symbolizes love, commitment, and individuality, lasting for generations. Whether you’re drawn to a timeless classic or a modern alternative, our collection includes both natural and lab-grown diamonds to match your values and budget.
We know diamonds inside and out
When you visit our store (even if you’re just browsing) or shop our collection online, we want you to walk away feeling like an expert. Our GIA-certified gemologists walk you through the 4 C’s and help you compare natural and lab-grown diamonds side by side so you can make the right choice for your ring.
The era of lab-grown diamonds
We proudly offer ethical, sustainable, and conflict-free lab-grown diamonds. Each stone is certified (GCAL, IGI, or GIA) and selected for brilliance and beauty. These lab-created diamonds are visually and chemically identical to mined ones but offer an environmentally responsible and cost-effective alternative.
Shop Our Collections
No Matter Your Style, We Have a Ring Collection To Fit You and Your Partner's Personality
Stackable Bands
Love the look of stackable rings? Use these styles to visualize what your finished ring could look like. From minimal settings to ornate modern designs, your options are limitless.
Vintage rings
Get inspired by the timeless style, beauty, and elegance of vintage rings! Work with our gemologist to design a ring style imitating the classic look of rings from years past.
Alternative Rings
Want something a bit more non-traditional? We’ll help you create a custom-made alternative ring that stands out and stands the test of time. Our non-traditional rings are unforgettable.
Stackable Bands
Love the look of stackable rings? Use these styles to visualize what your finished ring could look like. From minimal settings to ornate modern designs, your options are limitless.
Vintage rings
Get inspired by the timeless style, beauty, and elegance of vintage rings! Work with our gemologist to design a ring style imitating the classic look of rings from years past.
Alternative Rings
Want something a bit more non-traditional? We’ll help you create a custom-made alternative ring that stands out and stands the test of time. Our non-traditional rings are unforgettable.
An Ethical Approach
We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards. Every diamond, natural or lab-grown, is responsibly sourced and conflict-free. We also offer vintage diamonds that require no new mining. When you shop at our Portland jewelry store, you can feel good knowing your diamond supports ethical and sustainable practices.
The Malka Diamonds Advantage
UNPARALLELED EXPERIENCE & GENUINE SERVICE
There’s a reason we’ve been named one of the coolest jewelry stores in the US.
When you walk into Malka Diamonds, you’ll be treated like family. Our goal is to make your jewelry journey stress-free and memorable. Whether it’s your first diamond or your next masterpiece, we’ll ensure you feel confident and informed every step of the way.
At Malka Diamonds, you’ll find:
Third-generation diamond experts and lifelong Portland locals
Master craftsmen specializing in custom jewelry design
On-staff GIA-certified gemologists
Complimentary resizing, appraisals, and lifetime care
What makes a good diamond? The 4C's
Carat
Carats measure the weight of a diamond. All else being equal, the higher the carat weight, the more valuable the diamond.
Color
With the exception of yellow, pink, and blue diamonds, the less color, the more expensive it is. Since carats are a measure of weight, it doesn’t necessarily reflect the dimensions of a diamond, making it extremely important that you see it in person to experience its unique shape and beauty.
Clarity
Clarity refers to the number of inclusions and blemishes. It’s extremely rare to find a diamond without any markings, making those inclusion and blemish-free pieces the most valuable of all.
Cut
The most important C. The cut determines brilliance, fire, and sparkle; how your diamond truly shines:
• Brilliance — the light the diamond reflects
• Scintillations — a diamond’s sparkle
• Fire — how light travels through a diamond
GIA Gradings System
The Gemological Institute of America (or GIA) is a nonprofit institute focused on gemology education and research. The institute has a number of easy-to-understand grading systems to assist in properly rating and grading diamonds.
Clarity Scale
The GIA International Diamond Grading System aims to make diamond grading more transparent and understandable. The scale ranges from flawless (FL) to diamonds with obvious inclusions (13), and is done by a skilled grader using 10x magnification.
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Flawless (FL)
No visible inclusions or blemishes
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Internally Flawless (IF)
Some blemishes with no visible inclusions
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Very, Very Slightly Included (VVS1 & VVS2)
Some very difficult to see inclusions are present
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Very Slightly Included (VS1 &VS2)
Inclusions are clearly visible but are characterized as minor
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Slightly Included (SI1 & SI2)
Inclusions are noticeable
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Included (I1, I2 & I3)
Inclusions are obvious, potentially affecting transparency and brilliance
Color Scale
Much like the Grading System, the GIA Color Scale aims to make understanding a diamond's colorlessness easy so you can make an informed purchase. Starting with absolute colorlessness, the scale runs from D-Z and includes 5 tiers.
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Colorlessness - D-F
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Near Colorless - G-J
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Faint - K-M
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Very Light - N-R
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Light - S-Z
“I was thrilled with the way ring came out and was excited to propose to the love of my life.”
Josh & Lindsay
Frequently Asked Questions
Relax and take a deep breath. Buying your wedding ring should be a fun experience that you remember fondly. You don’t have to worry, and you shouldn’t feel stressed. Our Portland jewelers will teach you everything you need to know and help you find a ring you’ll cherish.
Malka Diamonds & Jewelry
Appointments Available
308 NW 11th Ave #200
Portland, Oregon 97209
Tuesday - Saturday: 10AM - 4PM
Call 503-222-5205 to schedule
Helpful Resources
How to Choose An Engagement Ring
Read our guide to get answers to all your questions about buying a Portland diamond engagement ring.
Online or In-Store? Where to Buy Your Ring
Is shopping online the smart way to make such an important purchase? Take a closer look.