The Right Questions to Ask?

[bella_91]

Hi all. I''ve happily lurked on this site for a while to gather smart information while we figured out how we want to go about selecting a ring...and now it the moment of truth.

My boyfriend and I have an appointment this weekend with a great jeweler near my hometown in NJ.

I provided him with the following specs for the ring I''m looking to have him make:
- Cushion cut stone between 1 ct and 1.5.
- Platinum setting with pave/micro-pave on the top of the shank.
- Low to medium profile on the ring - I don''t want something that stands up very high on my finger

The jeweler called me yesterday to confirm our appointment and to say that he has 5 stones for us to see that fit our specs. And he has several settings. He''s also mocked up a ring for us to see - based on our description.

What are the most important questions for me to ask him when considering the stones? If I can at least get a basic outline of the top things to ask/look for that would help me immensely.

Thanks SO much in advance!

 

[mrssalvo]

HI Bella and welcome..

you''ve got a huge advantage that you will be able to see these cushions in person. with cushions there really isn''t any numbers to guide you and most will ask for pictures and your eyes to tell the story. you just need to decide what type of cushion you really want. the modern crushed ice kind, the chunky facet kind, the inbetween kind, square or rectangular etc. have fun and enjoy the process!!