I just got back from my local B & M jeweler (smallindependent in business 25 years). I chose the Kirk Kara setting and they are one of only 3 jewelers in Illinois that carry the brand. My total budget is 9000. After tax and the stone it is 10,300. My husband says to just buy the damn thing but I need to feel as if I am getting a good stone for a good price. Anyhoo, he got some stones in for me but I think he is overpriced. The stone in question is LOVELY and I would snatch it up if it were $300-$500 less. SHould I just call and offer that?
The stone he has is as follows:
Cushion Brilliant
GIA
6.21 x 6.0 x 3.94
Carat 1.01
Color G
Clarity SI1
Polish EX
Symm: good
Fluor: none
Price $5350
on James Allen
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/G-VS2-Ideal-Cut-Cushion-Diamond-1281222.asp
The stone he has is as follows:
Cushion Brilliant
GIA
6.21 x 6.0 x 3.94
Carat 1.01
Color G
Clarity SI1
Polish EX
Symm: good
Fluor: none
Price $5350
on James Allen
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/G-VS2-Ideal-Cut-Cushion-Diamond-1281222.asp