Hello Everyone,
I am going to pop the big question soon. OK - The first step in the engagement process has been completed. Now on to the 2nd step: I NEED A RING. I don''t think my budget is near what most people on this board are willing to pay.
I am finishing up college this summer and my GF will be finshing up shortly after me. I am limited in my budget but not as limited as a typical student since I have been working full time for the last year or so. That being said, my GF does not want a big ring or anything extravigant. That is good because I do not have a lot to spend.
She has made comments in the past about 3 stone princess cut rings as being to her liking. After lurking these boards for a while and looking at a few in the stores I have decided the minimum specs I am looking for is atleast a J Color and I1/SI3 Clarity. A Carat TW around 1 - 1.5 would also be good.
Like I said I really do not need anything to extravagant. I do not think it even has to be certified. I am mainly concerned with the quality I will be receiving and getting the best deal possble for my money.
Does anyone have any comments as to how I should proceed? What can I expect to pay for a ring like I described? I have looked on ebay and saw some at OK prices, does anyone recommend this route? What about any recommended jewelers in St. Pete/Clearwater area that can offer a good deal?
Thanks all for your comments!
I am going to pop the big question soon. OK - The first step in the engagement process has been completed. Now on to the 2nd step: I NEED A RING. I don''t think my budget is near what most people on this board are willing to pay.
I am finishing up college this summer and my GF will be finshing up shortly after me. I am limited in my budget but not as limited as a typical student since I have been working full time for the last year or so. That being said, my GF does not want a big ring or anything extravigant. That is good because I do not have a lot to spend.
She has made comments in the past about 3 stone princess cut rings as being to her liking. After lurking these boards for a while and looking at a few in the stores I have decided the minimum specs I am looking for is atleast a J Color and I1/SI3 Clarity. A Carat TW around 1 - 1.5 would also be good.
Like I said I really do not need anything to extravagant. I do not think it even has to be certified. I am mainly concerned with the quality I will be receiving and getting the best deal possble for my money.
Does anyone have any comments as to how I should proceed? What can I expect to pay for a ring like I described? I have looked on ebay and saw some at OK prices, does anyone recommend this route? What about any recommended jewelers in St. Pete/Clearwater area that can offer a good deal?
Thanks all for your comments!