Q&A: Princess Cut Diamond for Tiffany Novo Style Band for $1300 Budget

I would like to say that your site has provided the exact information and education I was craving to know in order to pick out a diamond. It is exceptionally helpful and insightful.

I’m so excited to be with the love of my life that I want to give her the absolute best I can at the best value. And while I’m sure nobody would be able to tell between a .58 and a .59 carat, it makes a difference to me knowing that my choice was the best of all worlds.

I’ve been shopping for a princess cut diamond on James Allen (they just can’t be beat), to be set in what will be a diamond band (similar to the Tiffany Novo style). Will probably be buying sometime within the next 4 weeks. In looking and seeing, my wonderful girlfriend has stated that a .5 carat is a little too small and does not stand out as much as she’d like against the small diamonds on the band. We liked a little bit bigger, and based on my budget (under $1300), this allows me to get something in the .57-.6 range, based on my searching. I’ve narrowed it down to what I think are some good choices, and would very much appreciate your opinion on these (or if you can find something better). THANKS!

https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VVS2-Ideal-Cut-Princess-Diamond-1481947.asp

https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VVS2-Ideal-Cut-Princess-Diamond-1391762.asp

https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS1-Very%20Good-Cut-Princess-Diamond-1481771.asp

(I’ve requested the picture on this, fyi)

https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VVS1-Ideal-Cut-Princess-Diamond-1447933.asp

https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/G-VS2-Very%20Good-Cut-Princess-Diamond-1306663.asp

https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VVS2-Very%20Good-Cut-Princess-Diamond-1326367.asp

https://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS2-Very%20Good-Cut-Princess-Diamond-1481948.asp

(I’ve also requested the image on this one, too)

I really appreciate the input. Knowing that the “cut” of a princess is not on a standardized grading system, would you give much weight to the difference between JA’s “excellent (ideal)” or “very good” overall cut grade designations?

Thanks for the info.

I’ll see if anything comes up in the next few days, but I do like that G/VS2 as well.

I decided to buy that G/VS2 from James Allen. Purhased it Sunday night, shipped Monday, arrived this Tuesday morning! Extremely satisfied! The diamond is breathtaking- clear, white, and a nice size. The packaging was very nice, and I plan on using their lovely ring box once I get the diamond set in a ring.

I couldn’t help but be just a little nervous about how everything would turn out, despite the fact that JA has the incredibly helpful and detailed photos. However, I see now that my apprehension was completely unfounded and am blown away at the quality of the product and helpfulness of their customer service. Very happy I went this route, and very appreciative of you and The Diamond Pro.