Selling Sunset Jeweler Recalls Emma Hernan's Canary Diamond

Selling Sunset is heading into its 10th season with the biggest cast overhaul in the show's history, but one of the final memorable moments of the outgoing era had nothing to do with a listing. In a new interview with Brandon "Scoop B" Robinson, celebrity jeweler Jason Arasheben, founder of Jason of Beverly Hills, reflected on the Season 9 scene in which he presented Emma Hernan with a dazzling selection of stones, including a standout canary yellow diamond.

With Hernan and Chelsea Lazkani not returning for the new season, that Season 9 episode, titled "A Diamond in the Rough," now doubles as a send-off for two of the show's most recognizable personalities.

A Season 10 Cast Shake-Up

The interview arrives as Netflix's flagship real estate series prepares for a new chapter. In May, TMZ reported that Hernan, Lazkani, Mary Bonnet and Sandra Vergara, sister of Sofia Vergara, would not be back, citing sources who said the four were told in April that their contracts would not be renewed. Chrishell Stause and Nicole Young had previously announced their own exits.

Bonnet's departure stood out because she was one of the last remaining original cast members. Days before the news broke,she told Daily Mail that Netflix wanted a change-up and hinted that more changes were coming than fans realized.

On the other side of the ledger, Netflix Tudum confirmed in April that Christine Quinn and Heather Rae El Moussa would return after their earlier exits. Bre Tiesi and Amanza Smith are also back alongside Jason and Brett Oppenheim. And according to PEOPLE, an unofficial fan account has identified Oppenheim Group agent Tara Burns as a new face for the season, though Netflix has declined to comment on casting. A premiere date has not been announced.

The Scene That Got Fans Talking

Arasheben's appearance came after Hernan received a casual proposal without a ring, with Lazkani encouraging her to hold out for something extravagant. The jeweler was brought in to show what that could look like, and the canary diamond quickly became one of the most discussed luxury moments of the season.

Speaking with Robinson, Arasheben explained that he knew an ordinary ring would not cut it for a cast accustomed to the finest things. His goal, he said, was to bring something rare and hard to find, a piece that would draw attention and that Hernan would never forget.

Designing Around Personality, Not Price

For Arasheben, the job is less about selling the biggest stone and more about understanding the person wearing it. He told Robinson that he does a deep dive into every client, studying whether their tastes lean eccentric, traditional, flashy or understated, and lets that personality shape the design.

"A good jeweler goes through that process with each and every client instead of just trying to sell the most expensive ring," he said, adding that the focus should be on finding the ring that is best for the individual.

He also acknowledged that television exposure has brought new clients through his doors, describing the national spotlight as a reward for years of hard work and a dream come true.

Why Colored Diamonds Are Rising

One of the more practical takeaways from the conversation centered on the diamond market itself. Arasheben said he has seen a major shift over the past five years. As lab-grown diamonds have pushed the price of white diamonds down, he noted, colored stones such as pink, blue and yellow diamonds have moved in the opposite direction and gained value.

That trend shapes how he advises buyers. Beyond beauty and design, he said he wants clients to purchase pieces that will hold or even grow in value rather than depreciate, making the canary diamond on Selling Sunset as much an investment conversation as a fashion one.

From Championship Rings to Engagement Rings

Arasheben is also known for designing championship rings for professional sports teams, and Robinson asked how that work compares to creating a ring for a reality star. The jeweler said the two are similar but distinct.

A championship ring, he explained, has to tell many stories at once, capturing the team, its season, the organization, the city and its fans, while appealing to everyone from ownership to players. An engagement ring is designed for a single person. Its storytelling, he said, comes through timeless design rather than literal details.

A Fitting Farewell

As Selling Sunset moves into a new era with returning favorites and fresh faces, Arasheben's reflections offer a look back at one of the final big moments for Hernan and Lazkani on the show. For viewers, the scene was a glimpse of reality TV glamour. For Arasheben, it was another chance to show that the right ring is about the person, not the price tag.

Robinson's full conversation with Arasheben is available on ScoopB.com.