Like most people here, I spent months doing daily research in an effort to make the most informed decision within my capabilities. I have to say thanks to everyone here because it was the technical Q&A and shared experiences in these forums that finally gave me the answers I needed. My initial goal was to purchase the highest quality Princess within my budget. The best source seemed to be the internet for purchase until I actually started to shop and work with various vendors. Only then did I realize how ignorant I was and they were about their own products. Without beeing able to view the stones, I finally opted to side with assurance and purchase an absolutely gorgeous 1ct AGS 0 certified Princess diamond from GOG. It is actually the diamond they showcase in their video of their best diamonds. I matched it with a Platinum D.Vatche designer ring, double-u prong (v-136) with princess diamonds in the band. I don''t have the ring yet but I attached a pic from D.Vatche''s display. I am told by GOG it will be an absolutely gorgeous ring. It was a little above my budget, but WELL WORTH the money spent, considering what I would have paid for the same ring at a B&M store (man do they promote piles of garbage for alot more money $$$). Anyway, just wanted to pass along my success story and thanks to all for their contributions. Hope SHE is excited about it as I am, lol.