Q&A: Help Choosing a Round Diamond for a Double Halo Ring With a $4,500 Total Budget

Looking for carat diamond best value for my budget. I want a halo setting with round 1.00 carat white gold if possible within my budget. I’d like to spend no more than $4500 out the door. If you don’t do settings than $3000 for the round stone. Thanks.

It’s a nice diamond but is there anything closer to .90 carats?

Thanks.

What do you think of this one on James Allen:
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.91-carat-j-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2651947?a_aid=dmnd1357

Thanks.

I will seriously consider the one you suggested. I’ll get back to you soon.

Thanks.

Sorry one more. What would I need to increase my budget to to get a .90 carat diamond.

Thanks.

Again a beautiful diamond. One more request and I think I can make my decision. I like the look of an oval diamond too. I also have read they’re less expensive. Is there one with a minimal bow tie effect and width to length ratio around 1.3? I prefer rounder versus longer.

I would like closer to carat (.9) but would consider .75 because they appear larger. Could you find a couple of options?

Thanks.

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JA doesn’t have a big selection of oval settings so scratch that.

I need to think about the selections you sent. Thanks.

I see the .90 carat diamond you suggested has sold. I have definitely decided on the engagement ring:
www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/halo/14k-white-gold-diamond-split-shank-double-halo-pave-engagement-ring-item-17845?a_aid=dmnd1357

Can you suggest another .9 carat diamond. I would like to get something with a color of G unless you find an H with no yellow tint. I looked at SKU 3021351. Do you think is eye clean? It appears to be to me.

Thanks.

I’ve been helping my son and he put the ring on hold and should be buying in the next day. He’s using this email address.

You’ve been very helpful! Thank you!

Absolutely!

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She got the ring yesterday and absolutely loves it.

Thanks again for your help!