Q&A: Choosing a 1.50 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Setting

Hi!

I would very much appreciate your recommendations for 3 rings at 3 different carat sizes: 1.50, 1.80 and 2.00 on James Allen. I am still undecided about the upper cost limit, but I would like them to be as cost effective as possible. I think my girlfriend would like a larger carat, but I am not certain whether a higher carat would be the most cost effective choice, especially if, for example, it might require a higher clarity to be eye clean.

Below I’ve listed the criteria for the ring. I’m looking for the most cost effective characteristics that are most cost affordable but sacrifice the least in terms of quality. I’ve also included my thoughts in each section so you can have an idea of what I’m looking for:

1. Setting: solitaire, platinum
2. Shape: round
3. Color: ?H and above
4. Clarity: S1 that is eye clean under inspection or greater. I wonder if you need a higher quality for larger carats?
5. Cut: ?usually ideal

James Allen has a 25% sale in the next three days. I would very much appreciate it if you could get back to us before then?

Thank you!!!

I was also wondering about ring sizes. Are these usually standard, regardless of where you go?

Thanks again!!!

Thanks for your quick reply!

I was wondering if you could also have a look at these diamonds and let me know your thoughts. Would you also comment on whether they are eye clean? I was also what is the reason for the difference in price compared to the ones you picked for 1.5k and 2k respectively.

1) www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.50-carat-j-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2818736?a_aid=dmnd1357

2) www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/2.01-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-3231927?a_aid=dmnd1357

Thanks again for your help!

Thanks for the feedback!

What about the following choice for a 2 carat diamond?
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/2.03-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-3213779?a_aid=dmnd1357

Yesterday, when I was prepared to purchase the 1.5 carat diamond, it was unfortunately already sold! So I would appreciate your help to find a few options around 1.45 to 1.55 ct which are eye clean and beautifully cut to produce a lot of fire and brilliance.

Thanks again for your assistance!

Thanks so much for all your help! We have gone ahead and purchased the 3005843 diamond. I purchased it under this email.

Best wishes.