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Ok, did my research last night/day and this is what I gather so far.
it is not the size that counts the most it depends what each person is looking for

there are several categories to worry about

Carat weight, color, clarity, cut, Lab report
under each category there some more detail levels.
the color, clarity and carat weight are easier to study and understand but depending on the laboratory report and the gemologists option it could vary some.
The cut is what so far for me to understand. a good proportion diamond would allow the light to reflect and bring out the brilliance in the diamond. but what is consider the perfect proportion? is there a 'standard' % I could go by. sorry. I was very lost on the cut's proportions - depth, table, gridle, culet.
also, what shape of the diamond would bring out the most brilliance of light refelction? ... 9/5/05 - found the answer - ROUND Brilliant cut (Ideal)


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I would suggest you go and spend some time reading from the knowledge section. Color is a very personal thing and it depends on how color sensitive one is though there are many ladies here on PS that have J colored stones and are thrilled with them.
The most important thing is cut, a better cut diamond will sparkle more and look better. Clarity I would say it depends entirely on what you consider to be eyeclean. But you can go SI1 safely in a well cut RB.
I am not really sure what to look for in a MQ, but I am sure that some one else will chime in.
There have been a number of threads about tension mounts lately run a search and you will see what others have choosen. Good luck!
 
Oh and I would look for GIA or AGS, but the cert has nothing to do with how it holds its value. Diamonds are not a commidity. And once you buy it, it looses some of its value. If you are thinking you might want to trade up someday look for a vendor who has a good trade up policy. Though I dont know how well tension mounts would do with that.
 
made some edit to my original post. after reading the original post I start blushing. sorry for not doing my homework first

also - if I was to purchase a diamond from another country, could I trust FedEx or UPS to ship it?
 
we live in Houston, Texas. what are some trusted diamond dealer/stores in our area?

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Date: 8/30/2005 10:19:34 AM
Author: begin ing
we live in Houston, Texas. what are some trusted diamond dealer/stores in our area?


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Never feel silly for asking a question. As for recommendations for someone in your area, this one is a no-brainer: Whiteflash is in Houston and they are second to none.
 
I second Whiteflash. Hubby would be in big trouble if WF was local for us. I have purchased from them and give them and A+ across the board.
 
what are the top 3 tension setting company? no matter what I do to seach in google i just can't locate the last one

Gelin Abaci; niessing; ????? - who is the last one?
 
please help. google is not showing the last one still
 
I can''t answer your tension setting question, but would say that White Flash would be a great place to buy your diamond. They have a stellar reputation here. Good luck and please let us know how you make out. As far as the setting is concerned you will get more help in the morning.
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I can''t answer your question either, but maybe if you started a new thread with a title specifically about tension settings, you might get more responses? Good luck!
 
Have you tried searching on here rather then google? If you cannot find your info in the past tension setting threads you might try PMing those members to see if they could help you.
 
Would it be Kretchmer?
 
He proposed on Monday.. I didn''t know the ring was in..
I don''t think I can whip off this silly smile on my face...


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