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I had a quick peruse of eBay and can share my observations.
Princess cut diamonds are currently “out of favor” so you can get more diamond for your $$$
Most are in 14kt gold, older ie vintage rings are more likely to be in Platinum.
Under $2,000 a single Stone RB isn’t common, most rings amp up the look with side stones, halos.
Most diamonds in these rings are lower clarity / clarity enhanced. Some in the i2 range (lowest clarity).
Cut quality is nigh impossible to determine as I didn’t find one with a GIA report giving “the numbers” to put in the HCA tool to check performance. Some include certifications indicating colour and clarity most seem to be vendor estimations.
An alternative to a pre loved might be a new Lightbox man made diamond from DeBeers. Currently out of stock but they have a 1 carat solitaire set into a pendant for $900. Your friend could buy that and get a new ring setting. Unfortunately, being out of stock, when there might be a new supply available is ?
Princess cut diamonds are currently “out of favor” so you can get more diamond for your $$$
Most are in 14kt gold, older ie vintage rings are more likely to be in Platinum.
Under $2,000 a single Stone RB isn’t common, most rings amp up the look with side stones, halos.
Most diamonds in these rings are lower clarity / clarity enhanced. Some in the i2 range (lowest clarity).
Cut quality is nigh impossible to determine as I didn’t find one with a GIA report giving “the numbers” to put in the HCA tool to check performance. Some include certifications indicating colour and clarity most seem to be vendor estimations.
An alternative to a pre loved might be a new Lightbox man made diamond from DeBeers. Currently out of stock but they have a 1 carat solitaire set into a pendant for $900. Your friend could buy that and get a new ring setting. Unfortunately, being out of stock, when there might be a new supply available is ?
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Is he open to a well cut oec?
https://loupetroop.com/listings/rin...mond-in-platinum-baguette-mount-size-5-dot-25
https://loupetroop.com/listings/rin...mond-in-platinum-baguette-mount-size-5-dot-25
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You could offer $2k for this: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Halo-Diamo...880694?hash=item3b1dca7fb6:g:hDkAAOSwlY5broDQ
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