Surprisingly not, but its affordability hinges on the overall budget. The higher the budget, the better your return. The relatively high cost of professional labor is getting offset by the value of the center stone. The budget level at which a bespoke ring starts being financially attractive hinges on many factors, such as ring style, etc. but typically begins at roughly $10K. However, if your priorities are craftsmanship and style, as opposed to diamond’s size, $5K is your approximate starting point.