Help with a selection of Diamonds Please!!

[christina_ken]

Can someone please help me with the following list of diamonds? I am in desperate need. Here is what I want. Over 1 carat, eye clean, non cloudy, price conscience. I am supposed to give a "selection" to my boyfriend and he will pick from that. Problem is, I want to make sure I give him good choices and not let him wing it!! HELP! Here are the selections that I have picked from www.uniondiamond.com
http://www.uniondiamond.com/diamonds/diamonds.php?mod=search&search_type_id=2&action_type_id=2&item_id=36286
http://www.uniondiamond.com/diamonds/diamonds.php?mod=search&search_type_id=2&action_type_id=2&item_id=55241
http://www.uniondiamond.com/diamonds/diamonds.php?mod=search&search_type_id=2&action_type_id=2&item_id=15382
http://www.uniondiamond.com/diamonds/diamonds.php?mod=search&search_type_id=2&action_type_id=2&item_id=5688
http://www.uniondiamond.com/diamonds/diamonds.php?mod=search&search_type_id=2&action_type_id=2&item_id=60121
http://www.uniondiamond.com/diamonds/diamonds.php?mod=search&search_type_id=2&action_type_id=2&item_id=54918
http://www.uniondiamond.com/diamonds/diamonds.php?mod=search&search_type_id=2&action_type_id=2&item_id=58955
http://www.uniondiamond.com/diamonds/diamonds.php?mod=search&search_type_id=2&action_type_id=2&item_id=7659
http://www.uniondiamond.com/diamonds/diamonds.php?mod=search&search_type_id=2&action_type_id=2&item_id=20031

I realize that looking at the above can be quite tasking, but I really am lost now. I think I have looked so much that I have actually made myself crazy and confused!!!! I would like to narrow it down to five good quality and priced diamonds....please help.

Also if there are any dealers out there that can beat union diamonds prices I would love to know!!! Thanks!

 

[strmrdr]

which shape do you like?
There are radiants, ovals and cushions listed there.

 

[christina_ken]

Thanks for the reply so quik. I like all shapes,except for round, marquis, and emerald. That is why the list was extensive! Sorry if that doesn''t help so much.

 

[christina_ken]

Strmrdr, I do have long slim fingers though, a size 4.5. Please give your rec on what you think would look good. we have tried on rings at stores for the "asthetic " factor and pears look good, ovals, radiant and princess...LOL you see the dilemma.

 

[icekid]

Date: 9/5/2005 9:45:07 AM
Author: christina_ken
Strmrdr, I do have long slim fingers though, a size 4.5. Please give your rec on what you think would look good. we have tried on rings at stores for the ''asthetic '' factor and pears look good, ovals, radiant and princess...LOL you see the dilemma.

you''re going to have to choose which shape you want before anyone can really help you!

also, for fancy shapes, it is imperative to SEE the stone before you purchase it. you just can''t tell enough from the numbers.

 

[strmrdr]

Date: 9/5/2005 9:45:07 AM
Author: christina_ken
Strmrdr, I do have long slim fingers though, a size 4.5. Please give your rec on what you think would look good. we have tried on rings at stores for the ''asthetic '' factor and pears look good, ovals, radiant and princess...LOL you see the dilemma.

Problem Is I dont have a clue on where to start to help you.
Its simple too wide a range.
You are the only one that can solve your dilemma.
That said.

What kind of settings do you like?
That can sometimes help narrow down the choices.

 

[christina_ken]

Hi everyone!! Sorry for making things difficult. OK, here are my two favorite shapes, princess and pear. Settings I like are solitaire settings like the traditional tiffany style or a cathedral style, and other setting style I like is a split shank setting. sorry again for all those trying to help!!

 

[strmrdr]

I love pear shaped diamonds in a split shank ring.
I dont like princess cuts.

Do you like wide pears or longer skinner pears?

Have you looked thru the show me the ring forum for others pear rings to get some ideas for what you like?

 

[Kaleigh]

In SMTR, there is a thread titled Show me you pears. There are some really great pics there and hope that can help you. I love pears, and have seen some lovely ones here on PS.

 

[christina_ken]

I do love the split shank as well. Here is one from union diamond. what do you think and what do you think about the quality of the diamond tat i have listed below as well?

http://www.uniondiamond.com/jewelry/jewelry.php?item_id=812&action_type_id=2&pic_name=&shape_id=
http://www.uniondiamond.com/diamonds/diamonds.php?mod=search&search_type_id=2&action_type_id=2&item_id=5688

I love this ring but want to make sure the stone is good too.