Hello! This is my first post on PriceScope--this forum is exactly what I've been looking for! There seems to be an abundance of knowledgeable people here, and I am in need of some help. I'm looking for an oval cut sapphire for an engagement ring. Overall I'm thinking 3.5 - 4 carats, with two half moon diamond baguettes on a simple platinum ring. I am hoping to keep the overall budget for everything under $15k. I know next-to-nothing about stones, and am hesitant to start meeting with jewelers before getting some objective info, especially at this price point.
I know my girlfriend likes unheated stones, so I feel that this is important. We both like the "intense blue" color, and good brilliance and clarity are important. Am I already out of my price range looking for something like this? I am also in the NYC area--can anyone suggest a good local resource where I won't get ripped off or mislead? I have been looking at GemsNY's website, wondering if they are worth meeting with.
Any help is GREATLY appreciated, thank you!
I know my girlfriend likes unheated stones, so I feel that this is important. We both like the "intense blue" color, and good brilliance and clarity are important. Am I already out of my price range looking for something like this? I am also in the NYC area--can anyone suggest a good local resource where I won't get ripped off or mislead? I have been looking at GemsNY's website, wondering if they are worth meeting with.
Any help is GREATLY appreciated, thank you!