Q&A: General Advice on Where to Go Diamond Shopping

Hi, I’m looking to purchase a ring from Robbins Brothers to propose soon. I like the ring design and it comes with a cubic zirconia. I figured I can get by with a good design and later (if desired) set it with a nice diamond in the future.

I don’t like spending what I don’t have and the marriage and future livelihood means more than a ring at this point. I’m curious what your thoughts are on what the best way and place to proceed would be?

Sorry for the confusion. I was just hesitant on my options.
www.robbinsbrothers.com/Engagement-Rings/Classic-Solitaires/Danhov-i70718.ring

I thought maybe I can buy this ring mainly because the design is appealing (I’d be paying for the design at this point) since it comes with a cubic zirconia I believe. Then at a later time when I have more saved up, I was thinking I can buy a decent diamond and replace it. Would you recommend this style of shopping?

Thanks.

Thank you,

I’m in the Los Angeles area, we’ve got the jewelry district in downtown LA as well as tons of other stores. I’ve been hearing about going to local stores, but do you have local and reputable locations where I can go?

Thanks.

I sincerely appreciate your help!

Thank you for the baby steps – I will research over your forum and make a decision.

It’s very much appreciated – I’m actually in the market for a round 1/2 carat to replace the the one the ring comes with. Any pointers on where I can search in terms of websites to look through?

I want a nice clear color, clean cut, with a clarity that is decent. All in all I’m looking for a diamond in the B+ A- range in the “overall scale”.

If you don’t mind pointing me to some websites it would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

Thanks.

I wanted to do between $1,500- $3,000 for what I’m looking for.

Would that be a reasonable budget?

I appreciate your help. In the end as much as I would prefer the “best deal” I must admit that my discerning ability is nowhere keen as the experts and appreciate your help in this endeavor.

Thank you very much for your help.

Unless getting the stone set into a ring is a big deal. I think I feel confident enough to move forward on my own from here.

Thank you so much.