Sorry if this is a repost. I'm new here and tried to post earlier but can't seem to find it.
I have recently decided to propose to my girlfriend and I am just starting to figure out what ring to purchase. I have learned a lot through reading this forum - it's really amazing how much information is out there.
I am looking to spend roughly $5k - I feel like I should try to spend more but law school is not cheap.
In speaking with my girlfriend, it seems like we are focused mostly on fire/sparkle and size, and relatively less so on perfect clarity and color. So that said, I've been focusing on roughly 1 ct. stones with as close to ideal cut as possible. So far I've been searching mostly G/H color and VS1/2 clarity, but would consider lower quality in those two crtieria if you all think that might make sense.
Here are a few that I am currently considering. I'd really appreciate your input:
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/H-VS2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1216261.asp
http://www.bluenile.com/round-diamond-1-carat-or-less-signature-ideal-cut-h-color-vs1-clarity_LD01021766?__fun_frm=i&filter_id=0
http://www.whiteflash.com/hearts_arrows/Whiteflash-ACA-cut-diamond-1982389.htm#
http://goodoldgold.com/diamond/5234/
Also, I know this is getting long, but please indulge a few questions re setting. I'm looking at a Tiffany-style setting. I'm inclined to go with white gold, possibly with platinum prongs, unless you all think platinum is really necessary. And I think I prefer the more circular appearance of a 6-prong, but would like to hear your take.
Thanks in advance for all your help with this exciting but stressful decision.
I have recently decided to propose to my girlfriend and I am just starting to figure out what ring to purchase. I have learned a lot through reading this forum - it's really amazing how much information is out there.
I am looking to spend roughly $5k - I feel like I should try to spend more but law school is not cheap.
In speaking with my girlfriend, it seems like we are focused mostly on fire/sparkle and size, and relatively less so on perfect clarity and color. So that said, I've been focusing on roughly 1 ct. stones with as close to ideal cut as possible. So far I've been searching mostly G/H color and VS1/2 clarity, but would consider lower quality in those two crtieria if you all think that might make sense.
Here are a few that I am currently considering. I'd really appreciate your input:
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/H-VS2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1216261.asp
http://www.bluenile.com/round-diamond-1-carat-or-less-signature-ideal-cut-h-color-vs1-clarity_LD01021766?__fun_frm=i&filter_id=0
http://www.whiteflash.com/hearts_arrows/Whiteflash-ACA-cut-diamond-1982389.htm#
http://goodoldgold.com/diamond/5234/
Also, I know this is getting long, but please indulge a few questions re setting. I'm looking at a Tiffany-style setting. I'm inclined to go with white gold, possibly with platinum prongs, unless you all think platinum is really necessary. And I think I prefer the more circular appearance of a 6-prong, but would like to hear your take.
Thanks in advance for all your help with this exciting but stressful decision.