I am currently looking for an engagement ring and in preparation I have been scouring the internet trying to get as much information on diamonds as possible. Despite this fact, I feel as though my knowledge is pedestrian at best and that I am woefully unprepared for the task at hand. I would greatly appreciate any help that can be offered.
I have grilled my girlfriend in order to get an idea of what she wants in a diamond and the short of it is.... she cares about the size and the brilliance of the stone. As such, I have determined that I should look for a diamond with some of the following specks:
Carat: 1.5
Color: E-G
Clarity: VS1-SI2
Cut: This is where I am having a bit of trouble.
I would like to get a round cut diamond but I''m not too clear on the meaning or significance of the table and depth percentages. It is the cut that will determine the overall brilliance of the diamond and how it will refract light, correct?
Also, I am considering purchasing a diamond online, but find it to be a bit dubious. (I make this statement in ignorance) Isn''t a large part of selecting a diamond the visual inspection which is lost when purchasing over the internet. If nothing else, I am just a bit nervous buying something I haven’t even seen. How do I track down reputable dealers?
I apologize for the newbie level questions, but thank you for your help in advance.
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