The Story of the House
Old Gem House (OGH) is more than a jewelry brand. It's the outcome of a decade-long journey filled with mentorship, exploration, hands-on experimentation, and visionary decision-making. Founded by Vijay Sarkheliya and shaped alongside Krishty, OGH stands as the first brand solely dedicated to crafting lab-grown old cut diamonds and gemstones inspired by vintage eras.
Old European Round
Old Mine Cushion
Old Mine Oval
Old Mine Emerald
Old Mine Pear
Old Mine Marquise
Old Mine Asscher
Old Mine Heart
Our Journey
2016-2017
Early Influence
While working with George in Florida, Vijay discovered the emotional depth behind old cut diamonds. George, a vintage jewelry expert, guided him beyond brilliance and clarity—toward history, charm, and story. This mentorship planted the earliest seed for OGH.
2017-2018
Experimenting with Moissanite
Vijay began cutting moissanite into custom shapes: old mine, rose, cushion, moval. This wasn’t popular then, but he noticed demand through personal sales channels and his very first Etsy sale an old cut round to a buyer in Australia.
2019-2021
Laying Foundations
Launched Old Era Gems to explore commercial styles but post-COVID, shifted full focus to old cut lab-grown diamonds. His passion returned to timeless designs, especially with growing appreciation for vintage cuts.
2024
Strategic Discussion with Krishty
Recurring orders for vintage pieces sparked a key discussion with Krishty. They realized their strength in old cuts could evolve into a fully separated brand OGH. This led to 6 months of research.
Vision and Mission
Vision
Our vision is to become a globally recognised name for lab-grown old-cut diamonds and antique jewelry, celebrated for preserving the beauty and craftsmanship of the past while embracing the innovation and sustainability of today. We aim to create pieces that inspire, endure, and bring lasting value to those who cherish elegance.
Mission
To continuously grow and prosper in a culture built on positive energy, where both people and creations shine in the world. To be known for crafting lab-grown old-cut diamonds and antique vintage jewelry with heart, and to be recognised for the excellence of what we create as well as the integrity in how we create it.
Our Values
6 Months of Deep Research
They studied 30+ websites almost all focused only on natural old cut jewelry. They discovered no single company offering dedicated old cut jewelry in lab-grown stones with sustainable metals and accessible pricing. They also categorized styles by era and stone type.
Digital Planning
To prepare for every direction, Vijay secured 40+ domain names, experimenting with naming, branding, and SEO positioning. The final name Old Gem House was selected after shortlisting 10 names, narrowing to 3, and aligning with the brand’s emotional and strategic core.
Why OGH is Unique
OGH is the only brand that blends:
• 100% focus on old cuts (OMC, OEC, rose, moval, antique cushions)
• Lab-grown diamonds & gemstones
• Vintage era inspiration (Georgian to Art Deco)
• Ethical metals (gold, silver, platinum)
• Collector-grade designs at budget-conscious pricing.
The Future
OGH is now positioned as a global pioneer in vintage-inspired, lab-grown heirloom jewelry. It bridges past and future, emotion and innovation, luxury and responsibility. It’s a house where every gem tells a story.
A Letter From Our Founder
Hi Treasures!
I started this brand to create heirloom pieces with the charm of old-world craftsmanship. Each design is made to feel personal, timeless, and worthy of being passed down. Thank you for letting us be part of your story.
With love,
— Vijay Sarkheliya