Q&A: Looking for a Heart-Shaped Diamond for a Solitaire Setting With Around $3k Budget

I am looking for an engagement ring. My fiancee wishes for me to pick the ring without her involvement. Her only request was that it not be ostentatious.

I have read through your site and based on what I have read I was considering this ring from James Allen.
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/heart-shaped/0.96-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-3501586?a_aid=dmnd1357
www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/14k-white-gold-25mm-comfort-fit-solitaire-engagement-ring-item-8994?a_aid=dmnd1357

I wanted to get your opinion about it and whether you would have a better recommendation.

Yes; thanks. I rather keep it to 3K although have a little room for options.

Thank you. Looks nice. Your choice has better depth, clarity and symmetry.

Questions:

1 )Crown angle on your suggestion is 0.00. According to James Allen’s website, a crown angle in a well-cut diamond should be 33 to 35 degrees. Your thoughts? Does 0.00 mean the figure is not available?

2) Your suggestion does not have any figures for pavilion angle. From what I understand this affects the diamond’s brilliance. Your comments?

3) What do you think of the .9 carat size. Is it a good size?

4) Is there a reason why the GIA report on one has a diagram of the clarity characteristics and the other one does not? I can see the one you have does not appear to have a feather that is easily visible with magnification but the GIA certificate refers to feathers but not illustrated. Does this mean they are generally minimal?

5) The girdle on both diamonds seems on the “fair” end of the spectrum; how important is this?

6) The L/W ratio on both diamonds is 1.15. I had read on your website or somewhere, that heart shaped diamonds set in a solitaire ring, a slightly wide cut (.85 – 1.00) is preferred while for hearts that are to be set in pendants, a slightly narrow cut (1.05 – 1.15) is preferable. What are your thoughts?

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I placed an order with James Allen today.

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I hope I made a good choice. Any input on my questions below would still be appreciated.

Thanks. I’ll let you know when I get it.

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I got it today. Exactly what I was looking for.
 

Done;

Thanks again!