Hey fellas:
First time engagement ring buyer. Done some research on this and some other sites, and think I have fair idea what I want for my special lady. Would appreciate any input (as in direct advice or links anyone thinks would help me), regarding:
- whether the below parameters are realistic for a $5,000 budget; and
- recommendations for a B&M seller in the Los Angeles area (i.e. downtown LA or any other seller that isn't a big chain), where I may find a ring fitting the following parameters:
RING PARAMETERS:
(1) BUDGET - $5,000;
(2) FOUR C's - Carat (0.75 or more); Cut (good or better); Clarity (SI1 or better); Color (I or better)
(3) CERTIFICATION - Prefer GIA or AGSL
(4) OTHER - Round or cushion shaped solitaire diamond with a relatively simple band.
Thanks so much for any input. Planning on popping the question on New Years Eve!
First time engagement ring buyer. Done some research on this and some other sites, and think I have fair idea what I want for my special lady. Would appreciate any input (as in direct advice or links anyone thinks would help me), regarding:
- whether the below parameters are realistic for a $5,000 budget; and
- recommendations for a B&M seller in the Los Angeles area (i.e. downtown LA or any other seller that isn't a big chain), where I may find a ring fitting the following parameters:
RING PARAMETERS:
(1) BUDGET - $5,000;
(2) FOUR C's - Carat (0.75 or more); Cut (good or better); Clarity (SI1 or better); Color (I or better)
(3) CERTIFICATION - Prefer GIA or AGSL
(4) OTHER - Round or cushion shaped solitaire diamond with a relatively simple band.
Thanks so much for any input. Planning on popping the question on New Years Eve!