|
That is a lot of good advice - SI clarity, g/h color, good cut -not too deep or shallow. I work in the diamond biz (I set diamonds all day long) also am a GIA gemologist . We suggest that the guy pick out the center stone by himself and have the girl pick out the mounting. Most of the cost is in the main stone and its usually better if the guy determines how much he wants to spend first. Also, we see a lot of guys buy big stones (2-3 carats) then are divorced in a year or two. Probably better to start off small and upgrade later on. Also, platinum is often the best choice for the prongs but avoid platinum bands as they get dented very easily.
Check eBay and online diamond sites to get a feel for prices or send me an email and I'll give you some comparison info.
|