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I started looking for an engagement ring a few weeks ago and stumbled upon your site. I really appreciate the guidance you give on color and clarity. I have decided upon a platinum solitaire. I would like to buy a cushion (first choice) or princess (second choice) cut diamond, 1.6-1.8 carats. I plan to spend between $10,000 to $12,000 on the stone. This is the ring: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/platinum-diamond-love-knot-solitare-item-8935?a_aid=dmnd1357 .
I have already checked and they can modify it slightly to take a cushion. I have narrowed my stone choices down to these six. Which do you think is the best value and would be shown off the best in a platinum setting? Thank you so much for your service!
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.82-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-276985?a_aid=dmnd1357
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.75-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-209287?a_aid=dmnd1357
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.64-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-242640?a_aid=dmnd1357
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.75-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-264861?a_aid=dmnd1357
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.72-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-258852?a_aid=dmnd1357
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.74-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-286158?a_aid=dmnd1357
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.74-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-286158?a_aid=dmnd1357
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.75-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-209287?a_aid=dmnd1357
These are my two favorites. The others are not eye-clean.
Thank you so much. I really appreciate your expert guidance.
Let me know what you decide to do in the end.
We ended up getting the cushion cut. It looks great with the setting.
Thanks so much!
Thanks for writing and letting us know. I’m delighted that you were pleased with our help. We wish you and your partner a life of happiness and fulfillment.
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- Lifetime Warranty
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- Provide insurance appraisal
- One free resizing within the first year of purchase
- High quality images of about half of their diamonds
- 24/7 Customer Service
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