I paid $5k three years ago for an engagement ring from BlueNile:
.9 Carat
Round
VG Cut
F Color
VVS2 Clarity
The marriage did not happen, and BlueNile does not accept returns this long out. But they do offer 100% credit for the return if you buy a ring that costs 2x.
I'm okay with spending more, but I don't know if the credit is a prudent exchange. I'm very satisfied with the purchases I've made from BlueNile (I've picked up a few necklaces, earrings, etc.)
So three questions, really:
1) Price-wise, is doing the exchange something that makes sense versus selling the diamond myself?
2) I like something with at least the same standards as above but 1.3 carat. And suggestions from BlueNile?
3) I looked into the lab-grown diamonds and they don't seem to be much cheaper. What gives?
Thanks.
.9 Carat
Round
VG Cut
F Color
VVS2 Clarity
The marriage did not happen, and BlueNile does not accept returns this long out. But they do offer 100% credit for the return if you buy a ring that costs 2x.
I'm okay with spending more, but I don't know if the credit is a prudent exchange. I'm very satisfied with the purchases I've made from BlueNile (I've picked up a few necklaces, earrings, etc.)
So three questions, really:
1) Price-wise, is doing the exchange something that makes sense versus selling the diamond myself?
2) I like something with at least the same standards as above but 1.3 carat. And suggestions from BlueNile?
3) I looked into the lab-grown diamonds and they don't seem to be much cheaper. What gives?
Thanks.