Q&A: Looking for a 1.4 Ct. or Larger Cushion Cut Diamond to Look Great in a Micropave Halo Setting

Love your website and it has educated me well in my search for an engagement ring. I’m looking to buy a micropave halo engagement ring for my girlfriend and want to spend around 9k on a cushion cut diamond preferably 1.4 ct and above. Do you have any suggestions? Thanks so much!

What do you think of this one?

www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.40-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-231346?a_aid=dmnd1357

Its bright, eye-clean and a great value. What do you think?

Thanks so much, it’s beautiful! I was wondering if you could potentially recommend a 1.5 ct diamond as well?

How much more are you willing to spend?

I’d be willing to spend about 10k on a 1.5 ct diamond, which including the setting would come out around 11k. Thanks again for your help!

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What are your thoughts on either of these?

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.71-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-229236?a_aid=dmnd1357

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/1.50-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-sku-184306?a_aid=dmnd1357

I really like the 1.71ct. I would ask JA to have their gemologist inspect the diamond for you (to check the fluorescence).

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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
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Free prong tightening, repolishing, rhodium plating and cleaning every 6 months
Provide insurance appraisal
One free resizing within the first year of purchase
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