Where to get a good deal on engagement ring?

ages944 · 08-05-2006, 12:36 AM

I was thinking that soon may be the time to move on to the next chapter in life... imprisonment (err, marriage)

It's time to sh*t or get off the pot, so to speak.

I was wondering if anyone knows where I could get a good deal on an engagement ring. Either online, or stores in the Chicagoland area.

Thanks!

mosport70 · 08-05-2006, 12:38 AM

Costco

flyinbrian · 08-05-2006, 12:39 AM

I have a nice one that I will sell you.

Nikki · 08-05-2006, 12:43 AM

good deal? well how much do you plan on spending?

ages944 · 08-05-2006, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Nikki

good deal? well how much do you plan on spending?

lol, as little as possible!

seriously though, I've done a little calling around so far, and have gotten prices that range b/w stores at over $5000! (again, just the range in quotes, for the same exact ring) This seems to me to be a little nuts. Basically, I'm just looking to avoid getting reamed.

ages944 · 08-05-2006, 12:49 AM

if it at all helps, I'm looking at a Ritani

tl_boy · 08-05-2006, 12:53 AM

doesn't Costco have that awesome return policy? Ya never know if you'll need to return it...

Asiann · 08-05-2006, 01:24 AM

Saw this store the other day. www.weddingringshop.com

Asiann · 08-05-2006, 01:27 AM

Where are you going for the honeymoon?

325 Baller · 08-05-2006, 01:38 AM

its 1 s not two, www.weddingringshop.com

Asiann · 08-05-2006, 01:48 AM

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Originally Posted by 325 Baller

its 1 s not two, www.weddingringshop.com

Thanks for correction! My fingers are a little faster sometimes!

KennyVendetta · 08-05-2006, 01:57 AM

ages944 · 08-05-2006, 02:00 AM

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Originally Posted by KennyVendetta

... tell me about it....

ah, ain't

grand??

KennyVendetta · 08-05-2006, 02:00 AM

Diamonds

But that's just me....

ages944 · 08-05-2006, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Asiann

Where are you going for the honeymoon?

Europe. Have some family there, and I can't friggin wait to drive through Bavaria. I've already also told the girl that I want to do a lap of Nurburgring in the ring taxi

http://ring-taxi.bmw-motorsport.com/.../de/index.html

Asiann · 08-05-2006, 03:01 AM

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Originally Posted by ages944

Europe. Have some family there, and I can't friggin wait to drive through Bavaria. I've already also told the girl that I want to do a lap of Nurburgring in the ring taxi

http://ring-taxi.bmw-motorsport.com/.../de/index.html

Cool! Make sure the taxi is a BMW!

shimshimhada · 08-05-2006, 03:07 AM

I hate diamonds. What was this thread about again? Costco's samples are awesome.

Asiann · 08-05-2006, 03:41 AM

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Originally Posted by KennyVendetta

It is a shame what happens in Africa with diamonds but there are other mines. The largest is in Mirny (or Mirnyj), Russia.

just4kickz · 08-05-2006, 04:03 AM

ask a girl. they know the most about jewelery

icewatersoda · 08-05-2006, 04:09 AM

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Originally Posted by tl_boy

doesn't Costco have that awesome return policy? Ya never know if you'll need to return it...

yes they do!!! not to go off subject but my mom once bought a fax/copier ..used it for about 3 years... then returned it when it was broken!
Now that is a good policy.

Seriously though...i dont think you want to buy your diamond online. there are too many variables that go into buying a diamond. its like buying rims - you dont just go out and say hey i wanna buy rims that cost under 4k.
sorta have to do some research so your not ripped off. the rims analogy... offset/tires & rim sizes/brands/style etc...

you should find out what kind of cut of dimond she might like that will narrow it down a bit. back to the rims anaolgy, if she was to buy you rims is your style chrome, high polished, brushed, blacked out? same thing with diamonds.

ok now im just blabbing.. go to the stores and take a look at it yourself in real life (which is your better bet).

oh yea .. good luck on the marriage thingy

Asiann · 08-05-2006, 04:36 AM

I looked this up and looks pretty good. http://www.thediamondbuyingguide.com...guide.htmlThey offer an IGA certificate with each diamond so that is good and just for that diamond. Here is the link to one of the stores http://www.bluenile.com/returns.asp?track=holhead

Asiann · 08-05-2006, 04:37 AM

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Originally Posted by just4kickz

ask a girl. they know the most about jewelery

That is what I did! She bought it online too! I was in school and she had it sent to me. I didn't have time to go shopping and like you said a woman would know more.

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