re: Engagement Ring Question

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The cut is what you want and there is nothing wrong with the color.

The SI2 on a diamond over a carat is problematic.

Try to get a SI1 or VVS2.
Getting an eye clean diamond over a carat is important.
Go down on the carat weight if the price is a bit high but it would be worth it.

This is a pretty informative site

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Everything this guy said. When I was shopping for my wife's ring over a decade ago it was completely overwhelming. I did a ton of research. When it came down to picking out the stone I went with one that was a VVS1 and right at 1ct instead of a 1.25ct stone rated SI2. The VVS1 was more expensive but it wasn't even close when they were side by side. The clarity absolutely matters.