keevo54 Report post Posted October 7, 2016 Gotten to the point where I am getting prepared for marriage. Never been shopping for jewelry and don't know where to start. Pretty accomplished at shopping for cars and getting the best deal but not sure how to do it when ring shopping. Is there such thing as comparing prices when looking for the setting and diamond? I am located in GA and happy to go local or out of state if need be. Looking to spend 5-35k. I have some pictures of what the potential wife likes but not sure where to start. Any help is appreciated . Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rouleur Report post Posted October 7, 2016 Gotten to the point where I am getting prepared for marriage. Never been shopping for jewelry and don't know where to start. Pretty accomplished at shopping for cars and getting the best deal but not sure how to do it when ring shopping. Is there such thing as comparing prices when looking for the setting and diamond? I am located in GA and happy to go local or out of state if need be. Looking to spend 5-35k. I have some pictures of what the potential wife likes but not sure where to start. Any help is appreciated . Thanks Go see Frank Brown at Brown and Company in Roswell. I've known him for a while and bought a lot from him. He has always treated me fairly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arancio12 Report post Posted October 7, 2016 Gotten to the point where I am getting prepared for marriage. Never been shopping for jewelry and don't know where to start. Pretty accomplished at shopping for cars and getting the best deal but not sure how to do it when ring shopping. Is there such thing as comparing prices when looking for the setting and diamond? I am located in GA and happy to go local or out of state if need be. Looking to spend 5-35k. I have some pictures of what the potential wife likes but not sure where to start. Any help is appreciated . Thanks I'm in the same position, though probably a little further along in the process. Typically I prefer to support local bricks and mortar jewelry shops. For example, when it comes to watches, I never felt the 10% that I could save by buying online was worth all of the 'extras' that come from dealing with someone local and building a relationship. The future Mrs. 12 really liked the idea of engagement ring coming in a little teal box, but the pricing of the big online diamond vendors (Bluenile, etc) is very good and makes them a very compelling alternative. When comparing pricing I've received from the local stores and Tiffany's, I'm talking about Bluenile being 50-66% less... That's enough for another watch or two for me! The main thing is to do the research and become familiar with what makes for a quality diamond. There are several members here who really know their stuff and I'ma looking forward to what they have to contribute Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assman Report post Posted October 7, 2016 The MOST important part of an engagement ring is the rock. You want to figure out which cut she prefers then you need to figure out what combination of clarity carat and color you want and what to maximize in the relationships of those. The main purpose of those IMO is to show off to other girls. That's it. That usually means maximizing size but then again the clarity is an issue because being caddy they'll look closely and look for inclusions. That's my $.02. I'm sure many others here know a lot more than I do. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FikseSTS Report post Posted October 7, 2016 these guys are awesome, jamesallen.com just did a new one for my wife not too long ago with them.... they overnighted me stones to review then custom did the ring with 3D renders, etc... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ag02M5 Report post Posted October 7, 2016 Hit up member 'gemlender'. I am having him make some earrings. Good peoples. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lambornima Report post Posted October 7, 2016 Currently in the same boat looking for a ring and main 2 things I've learned so far are: 1) Stay way from the big name jewelry stores 2) Do your homework and always compare apples to apples which it comes the to 4Cs. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gLA Report post Posted October 7, 2016 yup. My wife and I went to the big name joints to find what we wanted - took photos then went to the diamond district and had exactly what we want made for her. Took about a total of 2 hours and cost a fraction of what Bulgari, Tiffany etc charge. No brainer. Currently in the same boat looking for a ring and main 2 things I've learned so far are: 1) Stay way from the big name jewelry stores 2) Do your homework and always compare apples to apples which it comes the to 4Cs. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterShake Report post Posted October 7, 2016 I would suggest checking out bluenile. Their diamond prices were significantly lower than the big jewelry stores. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinnsella Report post Posted October 7, 2016 yup. My wife and I went to the big name joints to find what we wanted - took photos then went to the diamond district and had exactly what we want made for her. Took about a total of 2 hours and cost a fraction of what Bulgari, Tiffany etc charge. No brainer. This....I did the the same thing except my wife wasn't involved. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallMeJarob Report post Posted October 8, 2016 I went to a local small jewelry ship here in Dallas (McKinney) called Bella Bijou and can not recommend them enough. It's a brother and sister who sell estate jewelry and the brother Jamie makes beautiful custom rings. I was able to purchase a completely custom platinum 2.7ct ring (2ct center stone) for less than a big box store wanted to charge me for a 1.7ct white gold ring, both high quality and color diamonds. Even though he is out of state he can work with you via phone or email. Again, I can not recommend them enough. Speaking of, today is my wedding day!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rawr Report post Posted October 8, 2016 This....I did the the same thing except my wife wasn't involved. To our wives and mistresses, may they never meet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lambo128 Report post Posted October 8, 2016 As a Pawnbroker my advise is to ONLY buy a diamond with a GIA certification. GIA and nothing else. Diamond appraisals are A MATTER OF OPINION and vary.GIA is the guru appraiser and is respected worldwide. This will insure your diamonds quality is what it states! IMO Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATL_ Report post Posted October 8, 2016 In Atlanta , go see Jonathan Agami at Universal Diamonds. Let me know if I can help connecting you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chipster Report post Posted October 8, 2016 I went to a local small jewelry ship here in Dallas (McKinney) called Bella Bijou and can not recommend them enough. It's a brother and sister who sell estate jewelry and the brother Jamie makes beautiful custom rings. I was able to purchase a completely custom platinum 2.7ct ring (2ct center stone) for less than a big box store wanted to charge me for a 1.7ct white gold ring, both high quality and color diamonds. Even though he is out of state he can work with you via phone or email. Again, I can not recommend them enough. Speaking of, today is my wedding day!! Congrats! How did you guys know what your SO wanted? You asked directly for ideas? Asked her gfs? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallMeJarob Report post Posted October 9, 2016 Congrats! How did you guys know what your SO wanted? You asked directly for ideas? Asked her gfs? Thanks, what a wedding! Headed to Japan now! As for what she wanted, I looked on her Pinterest. She has several rings pinned all the same style. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprite Report post Posted October 9, 2016 In Atlanta , go see Jonathan Agami at Universal Diamonds. Let me know if I can help connecting you. I have a guy in Atlanta too. PM me if you want his info. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
keevo54 Report post Posted October 11, 2016 In Atlanta , go see Jonathan Agami at Universal Diamonds. Let me know if I can help connecting you. Thanks. I'll check them out Congrats! How did you guys know what your SO wanted? You asked directly for ideas? Asked her gfs? I asked and she showed me a few. Will probably take her to the jewelers to make sure she likes in person and just get a size bigger to surprise her. She's the one wearing it so might as well make sure its exactly what she wants. I have a guy in Atlanta too. PM me if you want his info. Pm sent Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinnsella Report post Posted October 11, 2016 To our wives and mistresses, may they never meet. No I wanted to surprise my wife and boy was she surprised. I had good Intel from her friends what she liked and I knew she wanted something simple. Solitaire in a Tiffany setting. Wedding Ring Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destructo Report post Posted October 11, 2016 In all honesty, have her pick. That way if she picks poorly or doesn't like it down the road you can say, "You picked it..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ag02M5 Report post Posted October 11, 2016 +1 on letting her pick. I picked one I liked. It ended up getting redone a few years later for something lower profile. Luckily same solitaire. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cake Report post Posted October 11, 2016 +1 on letting her pick PM sent Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
emanon Report post Posted October 11, 2016 No I wanted to surprise my wife and boy was she surprised. I had good Intel from her friends what she liked and I knew she wanted something simple. Solitaire in a Tiffany setting. Wedding Ring Exactly what my wife wanted, 6 prong setting and all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SingleSeat Report post Posted October 11, 2016 So then what's all this talk I'm hearing about carbon synthetic diamonds these days. Are they crap or are the tides turning against found stones? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fortis Report post Posted October 11, 2016 I really don't get the fascination with shiny stones, for some weird reason (since diamonds are girl's best friend LOL) my wife feels the same so it's impossible to buy for her. IMO let her chose, girls say they like surprises but they really don't Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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