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Q&A: Looking for Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

By Mike Fried,

Love the website! I wrote a paper in college about the diamond industry, De Beers, the initial marketing of diamonds, etc. So understandably I want to make sure I do my research, and get the best bang for the buck. I’d like to get your expert help in picking a diamond.

I’ve settled on a setting and she wants a princess cut diamond. I have probably spent 100 hours in the last several weeks looking at diamonds on James Allen. First by doing an advanced search using your criteria for a good princess cut diamond, then looking at each with the virtual loupe. While I am fairly certain I can spot a major inclusion, sometimes I am not sure if what I am looking at is a inclusion or just a shadow due to the cut and photo.

I am looking at spending $2000 maybe less, or slightly more. Obviously I’d like the largest and ”best” around the $2000 range.

If you could send me some suggestions I’d be very appreciative. Below is the link to the setting.

Kind regards,

https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/channelset-rings/ring/item_58-3694.asp?a_aid=dmnd1357

Thanks for writing. I think this is your best bet:

https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VVS2-Ideal-Cut-Princess-Diamond-1320148.asp?a_aid=dmnd1357

Have a look and let me know what you think!

That looked great. I already placed the order. Thanks for your help, and informative website!

Great! Please let me know what you think when it arrives! By the way, did you use the TAD0611 coupon on the setting?

Yes, sir. I sure did use the coupon code. I will let you know when it shows up!

fantastic!

Just got the ring yesterday. Looks great, especially in the sunlight. She loves it.

Thank you again for your website and kindly service. It’s tough making an informed decision on such an emotional purchase, but you made it easier for me.

My pleasure Nick! Thanks so much for writing and letting me know the great news!

Do you think you might be able to do me a small favor? If you have the time, I would be VERY grateful if you could leave me a short review on ivouch.com. If you’re willing to, here’s a direct link:

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Thanks! And may you and your fiance spend a long life together filled with health, happiness, and love!

That’s great! Thanks!

James Allen James Allen is the leader in online diamond sales. Their imaging technology is the same as inspecting a diamond with a jeweler's loupe. They have the largest exclusive loose diamond inventory online and fantastic prices. They also have the nicest collection of lab-created diamonds online. They currently run a 10% discount on selected lab-grown diamonds!
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
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Blue Nile Blue Nile is the largest and most well-known internet jewelry seller. They have a very large exclusive online inventory. Their high-quality images are catching up to James Allens' and their prices are amazing. Right now, Blue Nile offers up to 50% savings on selected jewelry during a limited-time season sale.
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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