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Blue Nile Diamond/Question

P: 2/18/2004 5:13:02 PM
dgarvey981 Rough Rock Total Posts: 3 Last Post: 2/23/2004 Member Since: 2/18/2004	Hi all, First time posting here, I have just bought an engagement ring from blue nile, the details of the diamond and setting are below (I've also attached the AGS grading report)......please let me know what you think. Also, I'm a little nervouse about how to "justify" buying a diamond online to her and my friends....any suggestions? I mean, to me, since a diamond is strictly graded and you get a grading report etc, why would I want to pay thousands more at the mall? That's the main reason I bought online, not to mention the HUGE selection. Please let me know what you think of the diamond and also how to explain to people why I would buy online. Thanks!! Diamond Details: Cut: Blue Nile Signature Ideal (AGS graded Ideal) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 1.08 Color: H Clarity: VS1 Polish: Ideal Symetry: Ideal Proportions: Ideal Price: $7,041 Settin: Platinum trellis setting $950
Posted: 2/18/2004 5:13:02 PM

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P: 2/18/2004 5:20:25 PM
PMR Rough Rock Total Posts: 55 Last Post: 4/2/2004 Member Since: 2/8/2004	In looking at the crown angles and pav. angles, it looks good to me. Also, the price is really good. I am currently in the market for an ideal diamond and your price is lower per carat than I was quoted for an H color SI1 stone. Hmmmm. Also, I have no problem buying a diamond over the internet. I feel it gives you more time to learn about diamonds and not be pressured into making a decision not to mention your saving $$$! Good luck! PMR
Posted: 2/18/2004 5:20:25 PM

P: 2/18/2004 11:49:43 PM
pqcollectibles Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,441 Last Post: 6/18/2005 Member Since: 2/23/2003	It sounds a bit pricey. You can search by Known Holloway Cut Adviser Score here: http://www.pricescope.com/sift.asp I entered 1-1.1 carat and H color. I got 12 diamonds. The most expensive one, a Hearts and Arrows diamond, also VS1 clarity, was Price Scope priced at $6300. Why use a big word when a diminutive word would be succinct! ____________________________________________________________ Just a regular person trying to be helpful. Consult a Pro prior to purchase!
Posted: 2/18/2004 11:49:43 PM

P: 2/19/2004 12:02:58 AM
sumi Ideal Rock Total Posts: 565 Last Post: 1/3/2006 Member Since: 1/6/2004	---------------- On 2/18/2004 5:13:02 PM dgarvey981 wrote: Hi all, Also, I'm a little nervouse about how to 'justify' buying a diamond online to her and my friends....any suggestions? ......... Please let me know what you think of the diamond and also how to explain to people why I would buy online. ---------------- You don't have to explain or justify anything to anyone. Frankly, it's none of their business (except for your girlfriend).
Posted: 2/19/2004 12:02:58 AM

P: 2/19/2004 8:43:58 AM
daisyb33 Rough Rock Total Posts: 2 Last Post: 2/19/2004 Member Since: 2/13/2004	When we were talking about getting engaged, I encouraged my fiance to look online and to look at Blue Nile. You could probably find the same ring for less from other sites, but BN has the 30-day return policy and I like that they stand behind their product that way. My ring is blue nile and I love it, but I didn't really care where it was from. It is a symbol of our love for each other and our commitment. I think too many people get away from that.
Posted: 2/19/2004 8:43:58 AM

P: 2/19/2004 9:19:49 AM
Iceman Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,374 Last Post: 1/24/2008 Member Since: 8/26/2000	Well put daisyb33 It does not matter where you bought the diamond as long as it was represented right and was a fair deal.
Posted: 2/19/2004 9:19:49 AM

P: 2/19/2004 10:22:25 AM
lop Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,651 Last Post: 9/7/2009 Member Since: 6/14/2003	Hmmmm.....How about: better quality stones, better selection of quality stones, more knowledgable vendors (than typical maul salespeople), better pricing, no sales tax, etc..... But I do agree that it shouldn't require explaination. Who cares where the stone/ring came from? What matters is what is stands for and that the two of you love it.
Posted: 2/19/2004 10:22:25 AM

P: 2/19/2004 2:42:39 PM
dgarvey981 Rough Rock Total Posts: 3 Last Post: 2/23/2004 Member Since: 2/18/2004	Thanks for your help everyone!!! In the back off my mind, I thought the exact things that were said, I just wanted confirmation! We're going to Maui tomorrow, and I'm proposing then!
Posted: 2/19/2004 2:42:39 PM

P: 2/19/2004 2:49:54 PM
Nicrez Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,230 Last Post: 10/21/2009 Member Since: 1/21/2004	WOW! Congrats and post some pictures of the ring when she gets it!! YAY! Congrats!! "Sometimes it's OK to throw rocks at girls...as long as they sparkle! " Nicrez, G.G., A.J.P.
Posted: 2/19/2004 2:49:54 PM

P: 2/19/2004 2:58:58 PM
Mara Ideal Rock Total Posts: 27,936 Last Post: 11/25/2009 Member Since: 10/30/2002	Congratulations! As PQ noted, you may have overpaid slightly for the stone...but if it looks great and makes you happy...lovely. The angles and numbers look quite nice as well, so it should be a stunning sparkler. One other note on Blue Nile having 30 day policy and 'standing behind their products'. Many other reputable online vendors do the same thing and have that same return policy or one that is very similar. What would sway me towards one company vs another? Most likely selection, pricing and quality of their stones in terms of the cut requirements I'd be looking for. Of course also knowing that yes they have a great reputation. There are alot of online companies, BN included, that have great product and fit all those requirements for purchase IMO. Please post pictures of your ring! ________________________________ "Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." -Albert Einstein
Posted: 2/19/2004 2:58:58 PM

P: 2/19/2004 3:52:52 PM
daisyb33 Rough Rock Total Posts: 2 Last Post: 2/19/2004 Member Since: 2/13/2004	I agree with that. There are lots of great online shops. I wasn't trying to slight any of them. I am not diamond shopping savy, actually I didn't have much to do with buying mine, and heard good things about blue nile.
Posted: 2/19/2004 3:52:52 PM

P: 2/19/2004 4:38:02 PM
alexah Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,032 Last Post: 2/16/2008 Member Since: 2/14/2004	viva la i-net shopping! if you know you're stuff (thanks to pricescope), you can find an excellent stone at a killer price. i've got tiffany & saks discounts & still preferred to shop on-line _______________________________________ "any diamond given with love is a beautiful thing"
Posted: 2/19/2004 4:38:02 PM

P: 2/23/2004 7:54:43 PM
dgarvey981 Rough Rock Total Posts: 3 Last Post: 2/23/2004 Member Since: 2/18/2004	Hey guys....she said yes in Maui!!!!! Soooooo excited!!! Anyway, here's a picture of the ring!! Let me know what you think! Thanks! Darren
Posted: 2/23/2004 7:54:43 PM

P: 2/23/2004 8:00:22 PM
Mara Ideal Rock Total Posts: 27,936 Last Post: 11/25/2009 Member Since: 10/30/2002	Congratulations, the ring looks lovely! Maui, how fun! ________________________________ "Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." -Albert Einstein
Posted: 2/23/2004 8:00:22 PM

P: 2/23/2004 8:14:04 PM
pqcollectibles Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,441 Last Post: 6/18/2005 Member Since: 2/23/2003	Many Congrats on the engagement and the beautiful ring!! Why use a big word when a diminutive word would be succinct! ____________________________________________________________ Just a regular person trying to be helpful. Consult a Pro prior to purchase!
Posted: 2/23/2004 8:14:04 PM

P: 2/23/2004 8:48:56 PM
Patty Ideal Rock Total Posts: 4,031 Last Post: 6/4/2008 Member Since: 12/7/2003	Wow. That's beautiful! Congrats on your engagement!
Posted: 2/23/2004 8:48:56 PM

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