I've never worn a piece of jewelry in my life, so I think it's safe to say that I knew nothing at all when I started looking for an engagement ring about a month ago. Reading through this site has made me feel so much more comfortable with picking out the big purchase. I've been reading so many different threads dating back months ago to see what other guys in my position were posting, and the advice that they were getting. The main reason for my post is to thank all of you for taking the time to answer questions and help diamond illiterates like myself make such a big decision.
I finally pulled the trigger on Wednesday, buying a diamond and setting from James Allen. Being understandably nervous about buying online, I went to JA's office in New York and looked at a few diamonds that interested me in order to settle my fears. I settled on the following diamond, and I wanted to see what everyone here thought.
For price I was trying to stay below $6k and size is of more importance than having the greatest diamond on paper according to the future mrs. I asked for an ASET, but it would cause delivery to be delayed a bit too close to proposal day so I decided to forgo considering I had already seen the diamond.
Diamond: http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/J-VS2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1337028.asp
Setting: http://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/18k-White-Gold-Pave-Set-4-Prong-Ring.html
Let me know how you think I did! Thanks!!!
I finally pulled the trigger on Wednesday, buying a diamond and setting from James Allen. Being understandably nervous about buying online, I went to JA's office in New York and looked at a few diamonds that interested me in order to settle my fears. I settled on the following diamond, and I wanted to see what everyone here thought.
For price I was trying to stay below $6k and size is of more importance than having the greatest diamond on paper according to the future mrs. I asked for an ASET, but it would cause delivery to be delayed a bit too close to proposal day so I decided to forgo considering I had already seen the diamond.
Diamond: http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/J-VS2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1337028.asp
Setting: http://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/18k-White-Gold-Pave-Set-4-Prong-Ring.html
Let me know how you think I did! Thanks!!!