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Hi,
I’m looking to purchase a diamond engagement ring, and am currently tossing up between two options:
Blue Nile LD04542310
Blue Nile LD10025664
The cheaper one has a larger top face but a lower colour. How much of a visual difference will the I – D colour make? Is it worth paying more for the better colour, or will it not be very noticeable in a diamond this size?
I’m also open to other suggestions of a similar price. I’m looking to spend $1400 – $1700 on the diamond.
Thanks!
I wouldn’t go with the D-VS2. There’s a crystal on the table that might be visible to the naked eye. Can you tell me what style setting you want to use? Different settings suit different colors better.
I’m looking to get a simple white gold band with a solitaire setting.
For a simple solitaire setting, I color is the way to go. The I-color diamond you selected is beautifully cut and will look great.
Sadly that diamond is no longer available. I should’ve trusted my gut and gone for it right away!
Are there any others you’d recommend?
Should I be worried about the yellowish ‘stains’ on that diamond, or are they just due to the lighting?
It is the lightning in the room where the video was recorded. Nothing to worry about.
Thanks for your help! I purchased it!
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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
- 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
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