Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond for an Infinity Solitaire With Around $5k Budget

Hi,

I have decided to a James Allen engagement ring setting as follows – Infinity solitaire, in 14k white gold:
www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/14k-white-gold-infinity-solitaire-engagement-ring-item-53313?a_aid=dmnd1357

Could I get some help with selecting the diamond?

I am thinking round brilliant, ideal cut, eye clean, ?near colourless or colourless since its white gold setting, at least SI1 or VS2? Budget up to 5k but flexible. And I am from Singapore.

Much thanks.

Your choice looks good, but I was wondering whether the ring would look better with an SIl bigger diamond, and slightly higher colour grade as the complete ring review on the website appears slightly coloured. I understand from your website articles that this may not be very evident in real life, as well as it costing more.

For example:
1) www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.92-carat-g-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2763016?a_aid=dmnd1357

2) www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.01-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-3040480?a_aid=dmnd1357

Thanks.

I see, so I should just stay with I color stone.

Sure, maximum budget 5k.

Would it be possible to see a I color vs G color stone of your recommendations? Purely to convince myself.

Much thanks!

Having tried to compare both your recommendations, I see what you mean by the minimal or no difference when it comes to colour.

Is there a difference between the cut of the 2 diamonds? The I color one appears better cut, but also appears to have slightly more inclusions.

Will make a decision soon between the I or G diamonds, thanks, do let me know if you come across any other better diamonds.

My budget is flexible around the 5k region.

Thanks for your advice.

Thanks for your recommendations!

I have gone ahead to purchase the I coloured stone that you recommended. I have used this email.

Much thanks for your help! Will let you know how it looks once it arrives.