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Q&A: Searching for a 1 Ct. or Larger Princess Cut Diamond for $5,500-6,500 Budget

By Mike Fried,

 Hi there, I was wondering if you could help me out.

My budget is $5,500-6,500 for the diamond. I’ve been looking at two types of diamonds. Princess cut diamonds 1 carat and over. Ideal cut and vs1 or better quality. Could you recommend a diamond that’s currently available on James Allen?

Here’s a sample of what I’ve been looking at.

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.07-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-230907?a_aid=dmnd1357

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.06-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-sku-175560?a_aid=dmnd1357

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.00-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-sku-223328?a_aid=dmnd1357

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.02-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-sku-226929?a_aid=dmnd1357

I’m really having a hard time selecting the clarity. si1 looks pretty low on the scale vs vvs1 and vvs2

Here is the ring I would pair it with.

https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/three-stone/?MetalType=p?a_aid=dmnd1357

Thanks in advance for any help or recommendations. 

 

 

You made some excellent choices. I would go with this one for you:

www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.02-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-sku-226929?a_aid=dmnd1357

Its the best cut of the lot, its eye-clean and its the cheapest. Its the winner all around. 

 

 Thanks so much for your email. I’ve made a few changes to my selection and have settled on this combo.

Diamond
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/0.90-carat-f-color-vs1-clarity-sku-238002?a_aid=dmnd1357

Ring

https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/three-stone/?MetalType=p?a_aid=dmnd1357

If there are any immediate red flags about the diamond please let me know. I saw some g-colored diamonds in this price range but found this one. Is there going to be a noticeable difference in size between .90 and a full carat? There sure is a difference in price. 🙂

 

 You got yourself a winner. Its a fantastic diamond and well priced. I don’t think the jump to a 1ct is worth the extra money. 

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