Hello.
I’d like a yellow gold ring with a solitaire diamond. From researching myself, I’d try to get a GIA certified diamond between 1.3-1.5 carat (ideally closer to 1.5), Round shape, Excellent cut, eye clean clarity (not under SI1 unless totally eye clean), with 4 prongs holding the diamond.
I’d be looking to spend between $7,000 and $8,000 total (diamond plus setting/ring).
For a YG solitaire ring, I’d recommend either a K-color center stone (if you and the wearer are not too color sensitive) or a J (if you want to be really sure there wouldn’t be any yellow hue).
I like the following options for you:
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.60-carat-k-color-vvs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-8426248?a_aid=dmnd1357
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.40-carat-j-color-vs1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-7121665?a_aid=dmnd1357
They have a great cut and strong fluorescence on the 1.60ct stone would help it look a tad whiter.
The 1.6 carat looks pretty good. I found one diamond I wanted to get your opinion on, it is $6,600 and seems similar in specification. Do you know why this one is $1,000 less so I can understand?
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.55-carat-k-color-vs2-clarity-true-hearts-cut-sku-8543405?a_aid=dmnd1357
I found this diamond as well, but it is not eye-clean and has a knot in the certificate which is a big problem, it might disrupt the stone’s integrity.
Ok great, I’m glad to hear that. Then I will go with the 1.6ct and likely buy it in the next few hours 🙂 I don’t want it to get bought up. Does that sound good?
Let me know how it goes!
You can reach out to their customer service and put the diamond on hold, they can hold it for you for 24 hours. You’re right, good diamonds move pretty quickly.
I bought it today. I am very satisfied overall with it!
It was an excellent choice.
What we love about them:
- No questions asked returns within 30 days of shipment. James Allen will send you a paid shipping label to return the ring.
- Lifetime Warranty
- Free International Shipping
- Free prong tightening, repolishing, rhodium plating and cleaning every 6 months
- Provide insurance appraisals
- One free resizing within 60 days of purchase
- Free ring inscriptions
- Best-in-class high quality imagery of all diamonds in stock
- 24/7 Customer Service
- Best-in-class packaging
What we love about them:
- No questions asked returns within 30 days of shipment. Blue Nile will send you a paid shipping label to return the ring.
- Lifetime Warranty
- Free Shipping
- Free prong tightening, repolishing, rhodium plating and cleaning every 6 months
- Provide insurance appraisal
- One free resizing within the first year of purchase
- High quality images of about half of their diamonds
- 24/7 Customer Service
- 100% credit towards future upgrades (must be at least double in value)
- Best in class fulfillment
Still afraid of getting ripped off?
Before you buy a diamond, get personal buying advice from industry veterans. We'll help you get the best diamond for the money.
Ask your diamond purchase question here
DISCLAIMER: We don't use your email for marketing. Period.