I don't understand this thread at all. If you have the money and want to buy Tiffany, by all means. To each their own. If you don't, then don't. I swear, this message board would have 75% less threads if people had that attitude. Live and let live I say.

Anonymous wrote:I don't have an engagement ring from there, but I do have two gold rings, one of which is the Lucida plain band in yellow gold (3mm width). Gold is gold is gold, but the design of the ring makes it the most comfortable ring I've ever worn. It's something about the low dome European fit that makes the ring feel like butter on my finger.

From my understanding, their in-house cert is pretty accurate, but that doesn't mean all their diamonds are going to be the best of the best. Having said that, a GIA cert doesn't guarantee the best of the best quality diamonds either. There are plenty of GIA triple excellent stones that really aren't that great when you look at their numbers.

If you like the look of the classic Tiffany solitaire, many people say that the Vatche U-113 is one of the best replicas. I personally see differences between that and the real deal (my sister has the Vatche). I think Excel Diamonds and Whiteflash make their own house replicas that look more similar to Tiffany, in my opinion.

I love all the people trying to defend their overpriced bling. Tiffany is one step up from Zales--mass market jewelry for people who have a bit more dosh. Get something unique, so you don't see your ring on half the women in your office!

I don't have an engagement ring from there, but I do have two gold rings, one of which is the Lucida plain band in yellow gold (3mm width). Gold is gold is gold, but the design of the ring makes it the most comfortable ring I've ever worn. It's something about the low dome European fit that makes the ring feel like butter on my finger.

From my understanding, their in-house cert is pretty accurate, but that doesn't mean all their diamonds are going to be the best of the best. Having said that, a GIA cert doesn't guarantee the best of the best quality diamonds either. There are plenty of GIA triple excellent stones that really aren't that great when you look at their numbers.

If you like the look of the classic Tiffany solitaire, many people say that the Vatche U-113 is one of the best replicas. I personally see differences between that and the real deal (my sister has the Vatche). I think Excel Diamonds and Whiteflash make their own house replicas that look more similar to Tiffany, in my opinion.

We went with Tiffany b/c they mine their own gold in a much more eco-friendly method.

http://archive.onearth.org/article/meet-the-change-makers-tiffany-jewelry

My DH, who is a scientist and a huge iconoclast, became interested in wearing a wedding band after reading about Tiffany mining practices. My DH wearing a wedding band? Priceless.

Pp, I take it you didn't go to the one in Tyson's corner?

I have a Tiffany engagement ring and wedding band and love it. They made shopping so pleasant and easy. They restring my pearls for free and do other nice things. I guess I particularly like the service. My rings still look like new after much wear and tear. Looking forward to passing it on to the next generation.

Above should be than 1.22 ct.

A diamond is a diamond. Why on earth would you pay for the Tiffany name? Go to Dominion Jewelers and have them make whatever you like with a much bigger diamond and 1.22 ct.

Anonymous wrote:What's considered a good loose stone based on the aforementioned color, clarity, and size

I'm not a diamond expert, but I'd buy the biggest vs1 I could afford. I don't think the price difference between a vs1 and a more flawless diamond is worth it for wearing purposes -- it's not visible to the naked eye. Some may say a vs2 is fine. For color, I was advised to stay with maybe F or better? Buying loose stones is a better deal because you can really see them. Jewelers can hide flaws in the settings. Also make them show you the stones against a white background. Jewelers use black velvet because it makes it harder to judge the color. We bought our stone from a dealer who was a friend of a friend, and saved a ton. I've heard you can do the same in the diamond district in New York, but I've never done it myself.

No- absolutely not. I'd use the price difference and upgrade the stone.

Bluenile.com

The Tiffany name brand is not as prestigious as it used to be.

What's considered a good loose stone based on the aforementioned color, clarity, and size

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I have a Tiffany wedding band. It still looks like new after 10 years. I love the feel of the gold. I'm not a jewelry expert by any means, but it's easily my favorite piece of jewelry to wear.

Gold is gold is gold.

Gold and diamonds are commodities. There is an established market price for them. As noted above, unique Tiffany designs may hold their value, but I wouldn't pay the markup for a solitaire. Any good jeweler can do a "Tiffany" setting for you. If that's what you want, buy a really good loose stone from a diamond dealer and have one made.

Anonymous wrote:I have a Tiffany wedding band. It still looks like new after 10 years. I love the feel of the gold. I'm not a jewelry expert by any means, but it's easily my favorite piece of jewelry to wear.

Gold is gold is gold.