Diamond question for the PH diamond experts

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Hi all,

I would really appreciate some advice: I am looking to spend about £2k on an engagement ring. I think I want a single diamond in a solitaire style platinum band (something simple, elegant and maximises the light going through the diamond).

My question is: can I do any better than the following for my money?

From Blue Nile:

- diamond: LD01518262
- Setting: Platinum Six-Claw Solitaire Engagement Ring Setting - Stock #: 7214

I'm not sure I like the Blue Nile setting - it's hard to tell from the pictures, but it was about the best of the ones they offer.

Thanks in advance.

[Steve Evil]

Speak to Nightmare or Lord Summerisle on here. Howard (Nightmare) has just sorted me out with a fantastic engagement ring for my (now) Fiancé. I designed it and he sourced me a diamond and then had his business partner make the ring. I paid not much more than your budget for it, although I went for white gold rather than platinum, so you'll have to go for a smaller diamond as platinum is quite a bit more expensive.

Some pics, not the best shots as they don't show off just how stunning the diamond is, but gives you an idea of what I had done.

Edited by Steve Evil on Tuesday 17th August 15:23

[Laurel Green]

^^^^ I like that. OP, purchase a Zircon and, if things are still going swimmingly in five years, purchase the good stuff.

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Steve Evil said:

Speak to Nightmare or Lord Summerisle on here. Howard (Nightmare) has just sorted me out with a fantastic engagement ring for my (now) Fiancé. I designed it and he sourced me a diamond and then had his business partner make the ring. I paid not much more than your budget for it, although I went for white gold rather than platinum, so you'll have to go for a smaller diamond as platinum is quite a bit more expensive.

Some pics, not the best shots as they don't show off just how stunning the diamond is, but gives you an idea of what I had done.

Edited by Steve Evil on Tuesday 17th August 15:23

Thanks for your post! May I ask what cut / carat etc that diamond is?

[Steve Evil]

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Steve Evil said:

Speak to Nightmare or Lord Summerisle on here. Howard (Nightmare) has just sorted me out with a fantastic engagement ring for my (now) Fiancé. I designed it and he sourced me a diamond and then had his business partner make the ring. I paid not much more than your budget for it, although I went for white gold rather than platinum, so you'll have to go for a smaller diamond as platinum is quite a bit more expensive.

Some pics, not the best shots as they don't show off just how stunning the diamond is, but gives you an idea of what I had done.

Edited by Steve Evil on Tuesday 17th August 15:23

Thanks for your post! May I ask what cut / carat etc that diamond is?

Sure, it's a .7 carat, F colour, SI1 clarity and has an excellent cut, symmetry and polish according to my nice little certificate.

[IanMorewood]

Found by the missus

http://www.thediamondstore.co.uk/Certified-070CT-C...

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IanMorewood said:

Found by the missus

http://www.thediamondstore.co.uk/Certified-070CT-C...

Hmmm - can't see any indication of cut grade? When I click on the certificate it just gives a sample photo.