I am totally new to buying a diamond and certainly to buying an engagement ring.
I have about $5,000 to spend and have a few questions but let me tell you what I do know.
She would like
1 Carat
Round Stone
Platinum Classic Setting
My questions are as follows
1. Should I spend the most on Cut, Color or Clarity
2. Is buying online via some of the sites on here totally safe?
3. Do I need a GIA Certificate?
4. Any recommendations on what stones specifically that you could post would be great, I am a newbie.
5. I know I want something that will be brilliant and sparkle (right?)
6. What about buying at a wholesale club like Costco?
7. How does warranty work with online retailers work?
8. Which online sites are best?
Any guidance you could all provide would be greatly appreciated, I plan on doing this once (getting engaged) I really would like a special decent quality ring for a good price. I know that there is a wealth of knowledge on this site, My mind is a sponge!
Thanks to all in advance
Mike
I have about $5,000 to spend and have a few questions but let me tell you what I do know.
She would like
1 Carat
Round Stone
Platinum Classic Setting
My questions are as follows
1. Should I spend the most on Cut, Color or Clarity
2. Is buying online via some of the sites on here totally safe?
3. Do I need a GIA Certificate?
4. Any recommendations on what stones specifically that you could post would be great, I am a newbie.
5. I know I want something that will be brilliant and sparkle (right?)
6. What about buying at a wholesale club like Costco?
7. How does warranty work with online retailers work?
8. Which online sites are best?
Any guidance you could all provide would be greatly appreciated, I plan on doing this once (getting engaged) I really would like a special decent quality ring for a good price. I know that there is a wealth of knowledge on this site, My mind is a sponge!
Thanks to all in advance
Mike