Women and engagement rings

Originally Posted by BallaActuary

That's only if you look closely, right?

correct. but if a woman knows there are inclusions, it will always be in the back of her mind.

Originally Posted by BallaActuary

Is cut factored into the price? That's news to me

yes, cut is the most important.

http://www.bluenile.com/diamond_cut....ucationMenuTop

Most gemologists consider cut the most important diamond characteristic because even if a diamond has perfect color and clarity, a diamond with a poor cut will have dulled brilliance.

[Michiganman]

Heh. Cut <> Shape.

btw, when I voted, I was torn between choice 4 and 6. if karats are all that matters, get a simulated diamond.

[Bob the Nob]

Originally Posted by BallaActuary

Assume $X = four months salary

Wow. You are below the D W Simpson salary survey. By a lot!
(and your co-worker makes more)

It's a balance between all factors.

As CindyLou said, the size of the diamond should be a proper fit to the woman's hands. My former 0.72 ct solitaire appeared larger than my coworker's 1 ct one because I have small hands. There is a point at which a ring is too big (for the average individual).

For me, there is an acceptable range for all factors .. using those ranges, maximize the awesomeness of the ring.

[That Goblin]

Originally Posted by The Spocker

http://www.bluenile.com/diamond_cut....ucationMenuTop

Gemologist? That sounds made up. Make sure you consult a ringatician too.

Originally Posted by That Goblin

Gemologist? That sounds made up. Make sure you consult a ringatician too.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gemologist

[That Goblin]

Originally Posted by The Spocker

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gemologist

You know anybody can post there, right?