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Q&A: Looking for “nudge in the right direction” to find round 1-1.2 carat diamond
Posted by: DU | Comments (0)Q: First, great site and I’m glad that I stumbled onto it!
I’m contacting you for your expert advice, or at lest nudge in the right direction. I am looking at engagement rings with diamonds in the ~10k range.
The Bride-to-be is interested in size over quality, she thinks 1.5ct would be about right. Setting is a Platinum channel setting.
I noticed in one of your daily diamonds you selected a 1.51 and a 1.60 diamonds, both of which seem to still be available. Have you come across any other stock that would be better then these?
Q: I am currently looking for a loose 1 Carat (or slightly larger) Princess Cut Diamond with the following criteria:
Ideal Cut (I realize GIA doesn’t rate this for princess cuts)
D-F Colour
VVS1-VS2
65-70% Table
65-73% Depth
Excellent-Very Good Symmetry/Polish
Budget $6000-$8000
I have been reading the information on your site and have taken your advice on searching for diamonds on the James Allen website. I think I have found one I like but would appreciate your opinion on this specific diamond and any others you might recommend. I know you have said before that the images are already magnified without the use of the loupe but I do see a black spot on this particular diamond and just wonder if by chance you might be able to see it with the naked eye?
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/E-VS1-Ideal-Cut-Princess-Diamond-1353414.asp
Thanks very much for your help.
Q: I’ve found the website most helpful & was hoping to get your opinion on a few diamonds I am considering purchasing for an engagement right.
I have a budget of between 5-7K for the stone, and really want to get the best diamond for my money. Leaning towards buying a round diamond in the J color range between 1.25 – 1.5 Ct size. I’ve looking throught a few online vendors.. blue nile / james allen and found 2 i think are winners.
Here’s the 2 I was looking at, but wouuld appreciate any others you think would fit the mold.
This one I almost purchased yesterday, but had it put on hold while evaulating others.
http://www.bluenile.com/round-diamond-1-carat-ideal-cut-j-color-vs2-clarity_LD01904608
This one I found today on James Allen.
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds-search/diamonds/J-VS1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1341336.asp
thanks ahead of time for you feedback.
Q: Thanks so much for taking the time to help me out.
I’m currently in Bahrain with the Navy and am planning on proposing to my girlfriend a few months after I get home (need to have the ring made). She likes a modern-looking ring and is particularly enamored with a platinum half-bezel solitaire setting (I don’t have the link to the site; will get it to you later).
I’ve heard stories of guys who have had diamonds they bought here appraised for significantly more than they paid for them. However, I only have a few more days here and don’t want to pull the trigger too fast just to have a diamond – I just want a beautiful stone that I’ll be glad I bought and that she will love.
I’d like to keep my budget around $6-8k for the stone and ring; more if I have to. My girlfriend hasn’t set any requirements for size or anything, which is nice, but I’m starting my search around 0.90ct and going up to 1.5ct or so. Based on the setting, a round brilliant makes the most sense to me, though a princess cut would be fine (though I’m nervous about there not being an organization that will classify princess cuts).
I’m torn right now because I did find an absolutely beautiful stone last night – a 0.9ct round brilliant, SI1 D GIA certified stone that was absolutely radiant compared to the other stones I saw. The dealer quoted me $3,600 or so for the stone alone, and I feel like I’m paying a lot for the perfect color (which will be relatively unnoticeable once the stone is set) that I could get back in a little more size for the same money.
Any guidance you could provide would be wonderful – thanks in advance.
Here is another great diamond that I stumbled across on one of my searches. Â This is a great deal. Â The inclusions are just some scattered twinning wisps that are not noticeable to the naked eye. Â Its an excellent buy.
Here are the Stats (Or Click Here for a Copy of the GIA Certificate):
Click on image for magnified view
Shape: Round
Cut:Â Excellent
Carats:Â 1.26
Diamond Clarity: SI2
Measurements: 6.93*6.88*4.27
Depth: 61.9%
Table: 59%
Diamond Polish: Ecellent
Diamond Symmetry: Very Good
Diamond Price:$7,170
Click here to be Brought to the Diamond on James Allen
Q:Â Hi Ira, You have a great site and all the information has been very educational. However, I still find myself confused and having a difficult time making a decision with so many choices.
I have picked out the setting and like one of the previous readers the diamond will be set in a tension setting similar to this one on James Allen in white gold. http://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/contemporary-rings/ring/item_500-7607.asp
I also had the same concerns that the ring allows more visibility of the diamond, allowing any inclusions and the color of the diamond to be seen more easily. Wondering if it is more important to focus slightly more on clarity and color with this setting?
I really want the diamond to look amazing.
Budget: $5,500 – $7,000
Carat: 1 – 1.20 – can’t be larger than 1.25 to fit in the ring.
Color: I or better if it will make a noticeable difference.
Cut: Ideal
Clarity: Eye clean
These are what I have been looking at. Following your advice I have been trying to find the biggest diamond I can afford that I think is eye-clean. Please let me know what you think and if you have any other suggestions. I am willing to move down in the size of the stone if necessary. I don’t even know if these choices would look noticeably larger that a smaller 1 carat diamond?
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/H-SI1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1308159.asp
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1331886.asp
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/H-SI1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1349775.asp
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1344911.asp
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-SI2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1345559.asp
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1349534.asp
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1188137.asp
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/G-SI2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1344594.asp
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1334222.asp
Thanks for looking at these and I’m also very open to any suggestions you have. Read More→
Q:Â Wow! Your website is amazing, and it is such a blessing to find. I really respect and appreciate your desire to use your knowledge for the benefit of others.
I am looking for a round brilliant around 1.25ct to 1.50ct. My budget is $6,000 to $7,000 for the center diamond.
I think your advice regarding clarity, color, etc. makes a great deal of sense. I am looking for the best value given my parameters.
I am planning to set it in cushion shaped halo, if that matters.
Thank you so very much for your help with this. It truly is an amazing gift you give people.
