BGD Solitaire Diamond Necklace

“Looking For A Solitaire Diamond Necklace – Eye-clean And Sparkle Are My Top Two Priorities Followed By Color And Carat Weight”

Q:

Hi Liz,

First I wanted to thank you for your article. It taught me about the depth and table on a diamond and it’s importance.

I have a question about selecting a diamond necklace for my girlfriend. I’m looking for a round cut, at least J color and S2 clarity depending on if it’s eye clean. I’m only looking for .25 of a carat all for under $600. I’m curious if I’m focusing on the correct things. Eye clean and sparkle are my top two priorities followed by color and carat.

Thoughts?

Any assistance is greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

John

A:

Hi John,

Depending on whether you want the diamond set in white gold or yellow gold, here is a traditional four-prong basket setting for $195.00: http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamond-pendants/4-prong-pendant-14k-white-gold-5481w14

Traditional four prong diamond pendant from Brian Gavin Diamonds.

I recommend this diamond for you: http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamonds/diamond-details/0.307-j-si1-round-diamond-ags-c-104062430015

This diamond’s cut is AGS Triple 0 ideal, near-colorless (J) and SI1 (eye-clean) for $427.00. A beautiful diamond for a great price. Cut is always priority #1, followed by color/clarity (depending on personal taste). This diamond is the best cut and carat weight available for your budget.

Kind Regards,

Liz

Q:

Hi Liz,

John’s .310ct H SI2 from Brian Gavin Diamonds.

I wanted to follow up with you and thank you for your help. I ended up going with the diamond below and the pendant you suggested. With the Black Friday sale from Brian Gavin Diamonds, I was able to a little better color but it’s a SI2 (though I couldn’t spot in the inclusions on the video of the diamond) http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamonds/diamond-details/0.310-h-si2-round-diamond-ags-104059065060

Thank you again for your time and expertise!

Happy Holidays,

John

A:

You are very welcome. 🙂 That is a beautiful diamond.

Happy Holidays to you too,

Liz