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Hello All:

Long time lurker, but new poster. I am in the process of looking at engagement rings and started the process by looking at local retailers. I found one retailer, in particular, that has gotten good reviews from friends/co-workers and they have been easy to work with and I feel comfortable with them. That said, I am looking at something in the 1.5-1.9ct range and looking to spend under $18,000 (for diamond only). I would prefer something D-F, SI1 (eye clean) and above (GIA).

The diamond in question is 1.7ct, F, Si1 (eye-clean), and scores a 1.2 on the HCA. It is VG/VG/VG, and has the following proportions: 61% Depth, 59% Table, 34% Crown, 40.4% Pavillion, slick to slightly thick...The retailer is giving me a price of $21,400, which I think is high.

What is a fair price for this stone? Can I do better? Thoughts, suggestions?

Thanks,
NCBGTN
 
I would strongly urge you to consider only GIA EX or AGS0 stones. I think you can do better from an online vendor if you are interested.

http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2982234.htm

This one is about the same price but is significantly better cut than the one you are considering.
http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2982238.htm

another beauty..

http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamonds/diamond-details/1.700-h-vs2-round-diamond-ags-bl-104066186017#!prettyPhoto[gallery2]/2/

and another...
http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamonds/diamond-details/1.732-g-si1-round-diamond-ags-104065663001#!prettyPhoto[gallery2]/1/


and here is a helpful video that demonstrates the visual differences in cut grades..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cp94DI3xTA0&feature=youtu.be
 
NCBGTN|1377538395|3510004 said:
Hello All:

Long time lurker, but new poster. I am in the process of looking at engagement rings and started the process by looking at local retailers. I found one retailer, in particular, that has gotten good reviews from friends/co-workers and they have been easy to work with and I feel comfortable with them. That said, I am looking at something in the 1.5-1.9ct range and looking to spend under $18,000 (for diamond only). I would prefer something D-F, SI1 (eye clean) and above (GIA).

The diamond in question is 1.7ct, F, Si1 (eye-clean), and scores a 1.2 on the HCA. It is VG/VG/VG, and has the following proportions: 61% Depth, 59% Table, 34% Crown, 40.4% Pavillion, slick to slightly thick...The retailer is giving me a price of $21,400, which I think is high.

What is a fair price for this stone? Can I do better? Thoughts, suggestions?

Thanks,
NCBGTN
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Hi NCBGTN! :confused:

First of all, congratulations!! =)

I think you should stick with Excellent cuts... doesn't have to be XXX, but X in cut for sure. This is what will make the diamond sparkle more. ;)) You have a very good budget, so I will see what I can find online because I do think that's high for the specs.

Are you open to trusted online vendors? If so, I believe you will get a lot nicer diamond for your money. :))

I think this would be perfect for you!!! It is a BG Blue, so it will look really white! The cut is spectacular! $17,993
http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/d...1.700-h-vs2-round-diamond-ags-bl-104066186017

I will look some more. :bigsmile:
 
Sorry guys, I just saw what you all had posted!! Great minds, right?? :lol:
 
Thank you all for your quick responses!
I am certainly open to buying online - so your help was greatly appreciated.
 
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