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Hi, I was so glad I read your article prior to making my purchase. I was one that was looking in the VVS range afraid of eye-visible inclusions. What worries me now (possibly unnecessarily) is the difference in color.
I’ve been looking on James Allen for a few weeks now sifting through many of the diamonds, and I have noticed that color changes price drastically. I was hoping you could provide some guidance. I am looking for an oval shaped diamond that is eye clean with color that would not be much of concern.
Thanks again for any advice.
You can go with an H color oval stone. It’s going to look colorless: https://www.diamonds.pro/education/color/
If you also tell me what your approximate budget is, then I’ll be happy to help you with the search.
My budget is approx 3-4K. My girlfriend is pretty petite in stature so anything over a carat may seem big (from what I understand). I am also concerned with getting something too small. On James Allen the photos are excellent but I struggle to truly understand the size differences. Thanks for your help.
I suggest going to one of your local shops to see the actual size of a 0.75 or 1.00 carat stone. According to what you’re saying, I think that a 0.75 carat stone might be just right. But I think it would be a good idea to go and see it in person.
Here’s a 0.75 with great overall specifications:
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/oval-cut/0.75-carat-h-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-787050?a_aid=dmnd1357
Let me know what you think.
That one is really nice. I really like this one. I will definitely be going to see the difference between .75 and 1 carat as there is a major saving in the size difference. Do you think it’s worth it to spend a bit more for an ideal cut or do you think a very good cut will sparkle just as good?
GIA report grades cut only of round shape stones. This grade of oval shape is given by JA company and we don’t really pay attention to it. We have our own rules for searching for other shape stones. This diamond is beautiful and there’s no need to worry about its cut.
Keep me posted.
Ok great! I’m pretty much settled on this stone. She really likes rose gold so my last decision is on the setting. She mentioned that she likes the simplicity of a solitaire setting.
How do I ensure that you will receive credit for assisting me?
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I was able to see the .75 vs the 1 carat in store and I’m really torn between the sizes. I really like everything about the .75 but I’m curious as to if a .9ish would settle my mind. Is it possible for you to show me a slightly bigger stone with similar qualities to the .75 you sent?
Sorry for so many requests. Thanks.
Here’s a 0.90 carat stone:
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/oval-cut/0.90-carat-h-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-2443197?a_aid=dmnd1357
It’s also very well cut and perfect for any style of settings.
If you like this size more, go for it.
Just let me know if you use another email address for the purchase. That’s all we need in order to get credit. Thank you that you care so much.
Let me know what you decide.
What we love about them:
- No questions asked returns within 30 days of shipment. James Allen will send you a paid shipping label to return the ring.
- Lifetime Warranty
- Free International Shipping
- Free prong tightening, repolishing, rhodium plating and cleaning every 6 months
- Provide insurance appraisals
- One free resizing within 60 days of purchase
- Free ring inscriptions
- Best-in-class high quality imagery of all diamonds in stock
- 24/7 Customer Service
- Best-in-class packaging
What we love about them:
- No questions asked returns within 30 days of shipment. Blue Nile will send you a paid shipping label to return the ring.
- Lifetime Warranty
- Free Shipping
- Free prong tightening, repolishing, rhodium plating and cleaning every 6 months
- Provide insurance appraisal
- One free resizing within the first year of purchase
- High quality images of about half of their diamonds
- 24/7 Customer Service
- 100% credit towards future upgrades (must be at least double in value)
- Best in class fulfillment
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