Tried shopping in stores for round diamond stud earrings of tcw 0.6 to 0.8, but did not like what I saw for the price. Looking at 3 prong martini setting stud with screw backs in white gold. Typically buy F to G color because other starts to look yellow to me. Would like very good clarity VS1 or better and a well matched pair that are ideal cut. It is important that they sparkle. Budget is around a max of $1500. Let me know if you can help with online options like Blue Nile or James Allen with legitimate return policies if I do not like what they send.
Thanks for writing! Here’s a nice pair on JA:
But honestly, I think VS1 is serious overkill for studs. I think you’d be much better off with an SI2. On 3/8s and 1/3s, you really can’t see an SI2 with your naked eye – especially if it’s in a pair of studs and not an e-ring (which you typically view from significantly farther away). If you go for SI2s, you’ll be able to get 0.80tw, and for less money. Here are a couple pairs:
And here’s the link to the setting, btw:
https://www.jamesallen.com/create-your-diamond-studs/earring/item_180-2453.asp?a_aid=dmnd1357
Let me know what you think!
Thanks for the quick response. These all look like good options, just need to decide which size I want to order. Will likely make a decision within a day or two. I definitely do not want to visit any more jewelry stores.
I hear that loud and clear! If you have any more questions, please don’t hesitate to ask! And please let me know what you decide to go with in the end!
I was all set to order and then realized I have to be home to receive the package to sign for it. So now I have to wait until next week.
I was leaning toward the smaller pair, but the larger size is tempting. I was having trouble getting the correct diamonds to come up after I picked the setting. I also did not see a selection to get screw backs.
Since you are familiar with JA, do you think there is a bigger risk of losing the earrings it I do not get the screw back posts.
I was going to try to chat with a JA associate online when I go to order to see if they could help me with that part of the selection.
Thanks for checking back. I will let you know which pair I order.
I’m fairly certain you can get those studs in a screwback for $25 extra. I’m very surprised there’s no option on the screen to add it. I checked myself and couldn’t find it. You should definitely contact their customer support and ask them to add that to the order. Please let me know how it goes!
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I just realized that you could always have the package held at the local fedex station and go and pick it up before/after work. When you order, just tell them to mark the package “hold at facility.”
I wasn’t able to order must have sold already.
I picked out this one which I hope is similar.
Thanks again for your suggestions.
Looks truly fantastic! It’s going to be great!
Received my earrings from JA. They are fabulous!
Thanks for your recommendations and help with the process.
So great to hear! Do you think you could do me a small favor and leave me a short review on ivouch? If you can, I would be most grateful!
May you wear the studs only in good health!
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- No questions asked returns within 30 days of shipment. James Allen will send you a paid shipping label to return the ring.
- Lifetime Warranty
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- Free prong tightening, repolishing, rhodium plating and cleaning every 6 months
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- One free resizing within 60 days of purchase
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What we love about them:
- No questions asked returns within 30 days of shipment. Blue Nile will send you a paid shipping label to return the ring.
- Lifetime Warranty
- Free Shipping
- Free prong tightening, repolishing, rhodium plating and cleaning every 6 months
- 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
- 100% credit towards future upgrades (must be at least double in value)
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