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Deesandy
Member
08-12-2003
| Friday, August 12, 2005 - 7:59 pm
Okay, I really do not like the whole "bling" phrase that has been going around, however, I am in the market for a nice piece of jewelry... Does anyone have any advice to give on what to look for when purchasing a diamond tennis bracelet? Thanks!
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Reader234
Member
08-13-2000
| Friday, August 12, 2005 - 8:06 pm
well since I've been up at odd hours I've watched a show called jewelry tv - they show really great deals, here's the website, maybe you can compare! Diamond Bracelets also, it depends on what you want - 10K, is cheaper than 14, or the priciest is platinum good luck, and enjoy the hunt!!
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Reader234
Member
08-13-2000
| Friday, August 12, 2005 - 8:11 pm
here's a link to a qvc diamond bracelet!! Diamond Bracelet
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Saturday, August 13, 2005 - 2:41 am
There are different types of settings. Classic, where each diamond is individually set http://michaelkleinsfinejewelry.com/client/details.php?pid=12 and channel where the diamonds are all kind of laid in a row with the setting on the sides. http://michaelkleinsfinejewelry.com/client/details.php?pid=32 I have a saphire and diamond tennis bracelet that is channel set, and I just love it. Another thing to look at is the size and quality of the diamonds. You will see a huge range in the price of the tennis bracelet based on that.
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Rslover
Member
11-19-2002
| Saturday, August 13, 2005 - 2:01 pm
Look for a bracelet with at least near-colorless (I grade color) diamonds that are guaranteed to have no visible imperfections (SI grade clarity.)
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Lancecrossfire
Moderator
07-13-2000
| Saturday, August 13, 2005 - 9:31 pm
Seesandy--depends on what you mean by "nice". You can get something substancial and not super great quality. You can go with smaller stones but excellent quality. Both can cost about the same. The best grade for color is D--the best for clarity is flawless. I have a friend who cuts stones--he says to the naked eye F color and VVS2 will show the same as D and flawless. The difference only can be seen in lowe light--the best color combined with the best clarity will show fire in much lower light. One thing to not forget--the cut. A well cut stone will make a diamond of G color and VS1 clarity look like a F and VVS! stone. VVs2 is better than VS1. Also with a braclet matched stones can make a difference in looks--and price! I think Rslover's advice is good if you want something that will look VERY decent. If you want ot really turn heads though (and for some people that is what nice means) jump to G color and VVS2 or a good VS1. It will cost you though. (Rslover's stone will be a good value though--looks vs. money)
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Deesandy
Member
08-12-2003
| Sunday, August 14, 2005 - 6:40 am
What about comfort? And sturdiness...I would hate to loose it!
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Urgrace
Member
08-19-2000
| Sunday, August 14, 2005 - 8:35 pm
Comfort depends on the person wearing the piece. I prefer my bracelets slightly loose fitting. Locking clasps help prevent loss. Some bracelets also have chains to prevent loss if the clasp comes undone. As far as sturdiness of the stones, it depends on the settings and also how you wear and take care of the jewelry.
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