Q&A: Help Finding a 1 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Solitaire Setting With Up to $4,200 Budget

Hi,

I have a budget of about $4000. I am looking for an Excellent cut, J color or better, eye-clean, about 0.9 – 1 carat diamond. I’d like to stretch the table as much as possible without sacrificing brilliance with a minimum diameter of about 6.3 mm. I’d appreciate any help you can provide.

Thanks.

Thanks for getting back to me! To answer your questions, I am most likely going with this setting: http://antiqueengagementrings.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=5548

In platinum, with a round cut diamond. Also, while I’d like to stay at $4000 or less, I could potentially stretch the budget to about $4200 if it meant getting an appreciably better diamond.

I look forward to hearing your suggestions!

Thanks.

Thanks for the recommendation. This diamond does mostly hit the specs I’m looking for, I’m just concerned about the strong fluorescence. I’ve read on your site and others that this can lead to a hazy appearance. What are your thoughts on this?

Thanks.