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P: 1/9/2006 11:49:28 AM
oasis3582 Rough Rock Total Posts: 5 Last Post: 1/10/2006 Member Since: 1/9/2006	Hey everyone- First off, let me thank you all for the help you give everyone on this site...you all are amazing! I have been surfing around PS for a bit now, but I am at the point where I need to buy, so I am enlisting help. I am going on vacation in early February, and am going to propose to my girlfriend down in Mexico. I can't wait! However, being that I am surprising her, I am buying the ring on my own off what she has told me (Princess Cut, 1 carat, Platinum Setting). Can anyone help me out with thoughts on these things? 1) What do you guys think about Whiteflash? I am looking around and they have the best deals out there. I am a little worried that they only have a 10-day return policy. Is this flexible to 30 days? 2) Here is what I am thinking for a stone...coupled with a platinum setting, it puts me right around my budget of $6000: Price: $5,380 Report: GIA Shape: Princess Carat: 1.04 Color: E Clarity: VS1 Depth: 74 Table: 71 Girdle: M-STK Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Very Good Culet: None Fluorescence: Medium or Moderate Measurements: 5.46-5.43X4.02 Length/Width: 1.01 Thanks again for everything!!!
Posted: 1/9/2006 11:49:28 AM

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P: 1/9/2006 1:15:25 PM
belle Ideal Rock Total Posts: 10,287 Last Post: 4/3/2008 Member Since: 11/19/2004	Date: 1/9/2006 11:49:28 AM Author:oasis3582 Hey everyone- First off, let me thank you all for the help you give everyone on this site...you all are amazing! I have been surfing around PS for a bit now, but I am at the point where I need to buy, so I am enlisting help. I am going on vacation in early February, and am going to propose to my girlfriend down in Mexico. I can't wait! However, being that I am surprising her, I am buying the ring on my own off what she has told me (Princess Cut, 1 carat, Platinum Setting). Can anyone help me out with thoughts on these things? hey oasis! congratulations on your upcoming engagement and welcome to ps! Date: 1/9/2006 11:49:28 AM Author:oasis3582 1) What do you guys think about Whiteflash? I am looking around and they have the best deals out there. I am a little worried that they only have a 10-day return policy. Is this flexible to 30 days? i have dealt with wf and can recommend them highly. i think you will find that the 10day inspection period is more than enough time to decide whether or not you like the ring. i'm pretty sure that time frame isn't flexible, but i suppose you could always ask! Date: 1/9/2006 11:49:28 AM Author:oasis3582 2) Here is what I am thinking for a stone...coupled with a platinum setting, it puts me right around my budget of $6000: Price: $5,380 Report: GIA Shape: Princess Carat: 1.04 Color: E Clarity: VS1 Depth: 74 Table: 71 Girdle: M-STK Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Very Good Culet: None Fluorescence: Medium or Moderate Measurements: 5.46-5.43X4.02 Length/Width: 1.01 Thanks again for everything!!! it looks like it could be very nice. you are on the right track! best of luck to you oasis. (.¸(`.¸¸.´)¸.) ¨`.¸ belle¸. ´¨ (¸.(¸.´ `.¸).¸)
Posted: 1/9/2006 1:15:25 PM

P: 1/9/2006 1:22:50 PM
Kaleigh Ideal Rock Total Posts: 25,918 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 11/18/2004	Hi Oasis, I agree with belle, looks like it will be a very nice stone indeed. WF has an excellent reputation here. Good luck with the proposal!!! ____________________________ Piece of cake and a candle. ng gift
Posted: 1/9/2006 1:22:50 PM

P: 1/9/2006 1:24:45 PM
sparkles31 Rough Rock Total Posts: 20 Last Post: 3/1/2006 Member Since: 1/8/2006	Date: 1/9/2006 1:22:50 PM Author: kaleigh Hi Oasis, I agree with belle, looks like it will be a very nice stone indeed. WF has an excellent reputation here. Good luck with the proposal!!! What are other websites that have good reputations?
Posted: 1/9/2006 1:24:45 PM

P: 1/9/2006 1:27:29 PM
oasis3582 Rough Rock Total Posts: 5 Last Post: 1/10/2006 Member Since: 1/9/2006	Thanks so much for the feedback, guys! Do you know if they can send pics of the ACTUAL diamond instead of the samples? Anyone have experience with their custom work? I'd really like a 3-3.5mm variant of their Tiffany setting...
Posted: 1/9/2006 1:27:29 PM

P: 1/9/2006 1:29:12 PM
BSHAW Rough Rock Total Posts: 66 Last Post: 1/17/2006 Member Since: 11/30/2005	Date: 1/9/2006 1:24:45 PM Author: sparkles31 What are other websites that have good reputations? Good old Gold and James Allen are also very good choices along with Whiteflash. I think thoses are the 3 preferred websites for diamond shopping. -BSHAW ----------------------------- "It is better to be thought of as a fool, then to open your mouth and remove all doubt."
Posted: 1/9/2006 1:29:12 PM

P: 1/9/2006 1:30:50 PM
BSHAW Rough Rock Total Posts: 66 Last Post: 1/17/2006 Member Since: 11/30/2005	Date: 1/9/2006 1:27:29 PM Author: oasis3582 Thanks so much for the feedback, guys! Do you know if they can send pics of the ACTUAL diamond instead of the samples? Anyone have experience with their custom work? I'd really like a 3-3.5mm variant of their Tiffany setting... If it is not a virtual diamond (meaning they actually have it at there location) they will definitely send you real pics if you are interested just give them a call and they will help you out. -BSHAW ----------------------------- "It is better to be thought of as a fool, then to open your mouth and remove all doubt."
Posted: 1/9/2006 1:30:50 PM

P: 1/9/2006 1:33:49 PM
brett16 Rough Rock Total Posts: 2 Last Post: 1/9/2006 Member Since: 12/7/2005	I live close to their store so i was able to check them out in person, but try looking at Goodoldgold I went last week and bought a square H&A, but also looked at many princesses around the 1ct mark and they looked great. and I think their prices are very similar to WF. Good luck
Posted: 1/9/2006 1:33:49 PM

P: 1/9/2006 1:33:52 PM
belle Ideal Rock Total Posts: 10,287 Last Post: 4/3/2008 Member Since: 11/19/2004	Date: 1/9/2006 1:27:29 PM Author: oasis3582 Thanks so much for the feedback, guys! Do you know if they can send pics of the ACTUAL diamond instead of the samples? Anyone have experience with their custom work? I'd really like a 3-3.5mm variant of their Tiffany setting... all in stock diamonds are actual photos, unless the diamond is brand new and doesn't have an actual image up yet. here is a thread about wf custom rings (.¸(`.¸¸.´)¸.) ¨`.¸ belle¸. ´¨ (¸.(¸.´ `.¸).¸)
Posted: 1/9/2006 1:33:52 PM

P: 1/9/2006 3:35:11 PM
oasis3582 Rough Rock Total Posts: 5 Last Post: 1/10/2006 Member Since: 1/9/2006	Thanks, everyone. I just got off the phone with Lesley from Whiteflash, and she was terrific. They located the stone and sent me the GIA cert, and are willing to do a 3mm Tiffany style setting for $525. That puts me right at $6000...my ideal range! I think I am going to do it through Wf...when you consider you are saving $400 on sales tax alone, that is a big consideration! Wish me luck!
Posted: 1/9/2006 3:35:11 PM

P: 1/9/2006 3:41:09 PM
Rod Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,259 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 12/28/2005	Good for you and you are likely to be delighted with your ring, which you must post pictures of when you get it. "Got Diamond? Hey.....Men Wear Diamonds Too!"
Posted: 1/9/2006 3:41:09 PM

P: 1/9/2006 3:47:19 PM
BSHAW Rough Rock Total Posts: 66 Last Post: 1/17/2006 Member Since: 11/30/2005	Congrats Oasis I am sure she will love it. Good Luck!! -BSHAW ----------------------------- "It is better to be thought of as a fool, then to open your mouth and remove all doubt."
Posted: 1/9/2006 3:47:19 PM

P: 1/9/2006 3:56:26 PM
Kaleigh Ideal Rock Total Posts: 25,918 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 11/18/2004	Good luck!!! Can't wait to see the pics!!! ____________________________ Piece of cake and a candle. ng gift
Posted: 1/9/2006 3:56:26 PM

P: 1/10/2006 8:19:30 AM
oasis3582 Rough Rock Total Posts: 5 Last Post: 1/10/2006 Member Since: 1/9/2006	I will most definitely post some pictures when I get it. I am so excited! Thanks for everyone's help!
Posted: 1/10/2006 8:19:30 AM

P: 1/10/2006 8:55:01 AM
MiniMouse Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,013 Last Post: 11/5/2007 Member Since: 12/1/2004	Oasis, many of us have used Whiteflash. They're a great company and I would highly recommend them. The quality of the diamond my husband bought from them surpassed our expectations and I'm sure you will find the same. You will never need 10 days to decide, once you see the diamond, you will know there and then. GOOD LUCK and make sure you show us the result.
Posted: 1/10/2006 8:55:01 AM

P: 1/10/2006 9:28:38 AM
belle Ideal Rock Total Posts: 10,287 Last Post: 4/3/2008 Member Since: 11/19/2004	how exciting oasis! can't wait to see it! (.¸(`.¸¸.´)¸.) ¨`.¸ belle¸. ´¨ (¸.(¸.´ `.¸).¸)
Posted: 1/10/2006 9:28:38 AM

P: 1/10/2006 2:16:22 PM
oasis3582 Rough Rock Total Posts: 5 Last Post: 1/10/2006 Member Since: 1/9/2006	Can anyone tell me what to look for when they send me the IdealScope images? What about the Sarin report?
Posted: 1/10/2006 2:16:22 PM

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