Which Would You Pick and Why?

[zman8]

I feel as though I am constantly looking at different diamonds, but the differences between them are all shades of grey. As such, I have liked a couple of different diamonds that I am considering for an engagement ring, and would like to get your opinions as to which one, if any, and why (so that I may better understand the reasons for favoring one over the other).

Thanks,

1.http://www.bluenile.com/round-diamond-1-carat-ideal-cut-g-color-vs2-clarity_LD01426048
2.http://www.bluenile.com/round-diamond-1-carat-ideal-cut-h-color-vs2-clarity_LD01436777?filter_id=0
3.http://www.bluenile.com/round-diamond-1-carat-signature-ideal-cut-h-color-vs2-clarity_LD01363330?filter_id=0
4.http://www.bluenile.com/round-diamond-1-carat-ideal-cut-h-color-si1-clarity_LD01319594?filter_id=0
5.http://www.jamesallen.com/diamond.asp?find=1&cid=130&item=1197794
6.http://www.jamesallen.com/diamond.asp?find=1&cid=130&item=1193778

 

[neatfreak]

I''d pick one of the JA stones simply because they have an upgrade policy and will provide pictures.

 

[zman8]

Date: 12/2/2008 3:53:02 PM
Author: neatfreak
I'd pick one of the JA stones simply because they have an upgrade policy and will provide pictures.

I like JA since I live reasonably close to Fredrick, MD.

However, I'm also trying to get information as to the differences in quality v. price and if, all things being equal, which diamond would you choose and why?

Thanks, however, for the JA recommendation, it helps reinforce a possible decision to go with that jeweler.

 

[neatfreak]

Date: 12/2/2008 4:02:03 PM
Author: zman8

Date: 12/2/2008 3:53:02 PM

Author: neatfreak

I''d pick one of the JA stones simply because they have an upgrade policy and will provide pictures.

I like JA since I live reasonably close to Fredrick, MD.


However, I''m also trying to get information as to the differences in quality v. price and if, all things being equal, which diamond would you choose and why?


Thanks, however, for the JA recommendation, it helps reinforce a possible decision to go with that jeweler.

I told you which I''d choose and why...the BN stones just have too many unknowns for me, I like to see before I purchase.

 

[zman8]

Any recommendations aside from the ones I listed for an;

Ideal/Excellent (or higher);
VS2-SI1;
F-H;
1.15-1.25c;
Around $7,500-8,500?

I figure the experts here know better than I do.