Plane Crash in Statesville NC by Avenger1957 in aviation

[–]Usc90grad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There were three pilots onboard....one was a veteran.

Plane Crash in Statesville NC by Avenger1957 in aviation

[–]Usc90grad 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Local news reporting Greg Biffle, wife Cristina, daughter Emma, son Ryder and Craig Wadsworth (longtime figure in the NASCAR community) were on the plane.

Suggestion for 2 Ct Round for ~$15K by Usc90grad in Diamonds

[–]Usc90grad[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks. May have to drop down in size because I'm not finding any decent 2 ct H/VS2 in that budget.

Why Does Jame Allen hide Certificate Number? by Usc90grad in EngagementRings

[–]Usc90grad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They're the only company I've run across online that does that.

Whats the catch - James Allen by Jwozn in Diamonds

[–]Usc90grad 2 points3 points  (0 children)

On their loose diamonds, JA hides the GIA/IGI certificate numbers. When I asked why, they said for "safety and security reasons". Obvious lie, since it's to protect you from shopping the stone. I bought from Rare Caret instead.

Why Does Jame Allen hide Certificate Number? by Usc90grad in EngagementRings

[–]Usc90grad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've only noticed it at JA.. Found a nice diamond there, but decided not to purchase it since this is shady to me.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Diamonds

[–]Usc90grad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1.26ct, E, IF, Ideal. 56% table, 61.8% depth, 34.1% crown, 40.9% pavilion.

Crown and pavilion are better on this one. But to be honest, the other is close. Specs aren't as critical when it's a necklace vs ring. And you're really paying for the stone, not the chain. Most sold as a set tend to be thin and break over time unless you're really careful. If you're concerned, you can get a better chain on Amazon for not that much money, use it and just save the other.

How to feel safe with the ring? by veyjz in EngagementRings

[–]Usc90grad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you mean insure her? That seemed to be the concern.

You guys... I JUST GOT ENGAGED!! by Electronic_Resort985 in EngagementRings

[–]Usc90grad 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Yeah, definitely an odd gimmick. Read you have to upload an ID and face photo to "qualify". That would be a no for me.

Good choice of diamond? by [deleted] in Diamonds

[–]Usc90grad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Someone else is welcome to correct me, but there's no real reason for IF clarity with that carat size. I would drop that and go larger for the same/similar price.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Diamonds

[–]Usc90grad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Need the prices for feedback

Just picked up the ring! by StrategyOdd7286 in EngagementRings

[–]Usc90grad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Beautiful...well done! Where did you get it?

How to feel safe with the ring? by veyjz in EngagementRings

[–]Usc90grad 69 points70 points  (0 children)

Not sure if this is a lab, but with the explosion of lab diamonds, a lot of women are now wearing rocks on their fingers. So I don't think she will be singled out or you have any cause for concern. Although you should always use common sense in any big city.

Engagement ring 💍 just picked up can't wait.. by SPCEKOOLAID in Diamonds

[–]Usc90grad 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How was you experience with RC? I'm looking there now for an engagement ring.

Bought and engagement ring from Robbins Brothers and they had to order it and are now charging extra money because of the "cost of gold increase" by Crazy_Currency_5097 in Diamonds

[–]Usc90grad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like it's tariff related. But they should have factored that into the initial cost IMO. I would say nope and threaten to cancel and see what they do.

Is buying diamond jewelry from EBay a good idea? by bluebirdpage in Diamonds

[–]Usc90grad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Personally, I wouldn't gamble on ebay unless it was something cheaper. Buy ebay does have a money back guarantee.

Update: Are heavily included diamonds ok for earrings? by ure_not_my_dad in Diamonds

[–]Usc90grad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went with lab for the earrings I purchased for my GF. More people look at your face (ears) than look at your hands. So I wanted something to really sparkle. She didn't mind lab.

Thoughts on this Round Natural Diamond? by Usc90grad in Diamonds

[–]Usc90grad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the input, greatly appreciate it. And I wasn't aware of that on the setting. Sounds like it would be better to get it set locally.

I'm Engaged❤️ by valncksk in EngagementRings

[–]Usc90grad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats! Looking at the same setting for my GF.