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Anyone bought a diamond lately?
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07/08/23 10:45 PM
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We have a big anniversary coming up, I haven’t bought her a new ring in 30 years. Where’s a good place to shop preferably on the Fort Worth side of the metroplex? I’ll go to Dallas if needed.
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Re: Anyone bought a diamond lately?
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#8879657
07/08/23 10:55 PM
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I just bought my wife some earrings. Lab grown diamonds apparently are more clear and cheaper.
My wife prefers a little blood in her diamonds.
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Re: Anyone bought a diamond lately?
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07/09/23 12:05 AM
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Brother in-law
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I’ve always heard about pretty good value at Costco. Last ring I put together was at Duffs in Flower Mound
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#8879678
07/09/23 12:32 AM
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BigLou
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Re: Anyone bought a diamond lately?
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#8879717
07/09/23 01:48 AM
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DocHorton
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I just went through this and after comparing at some big name stores (Robbins Bros and Diamonds Direct) decided to get the diamond from Blue Nile because I could get a better quality and larger diamond for less money. Then I had it set in a custom setting at my jeweler I have used for a long time (Arlington Gold and Silver). The mark-up on diamonds is pretty crazy so if you are willing to do some of the legwork you can save a good chunk of change. I will say if you go that route you should study up a little bit on how diamonds are graded and valued. That being said, Arlington Gold has a good selection and can get most anything or even custom make a piece for you. They just didn't have the size I wanted in the specs I was looking for.
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Re: Anyone bought a diamond lately?
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07/09/23 01:55 PM
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The Dude Abides
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I would stay clear of diamonds. Mark up is crazy and they really don’t hold their value. Gold or platinum would be a better option.
I am still looking for the perfect apron, one with reinforced knee areas would be perfect.
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#8879834
07/09/23 02:33 PM
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jeepercreeper
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I would stay clear of diamonds. Mark up is crazy and they really don’t hold their value. Gold or platinum would be a better option. Perfect solution….gold or platinum ring with a diamond.
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#8879865
07/09/23 03:41 PM
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onlysmith&wesson
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#8880304
07/10/23 01:49 PM
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huntingbig8
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Collections, north of Meacham.
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#8880313
07/10/23 02:00 PM
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jskin
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Just bought a new one last year for our 20 year. It’s a big expense just do it and don’t sweat it. The lady will be happy!
"While we are postponing, life speeds by"
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07/10/23 02:25 PM
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HuntnFly67
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Re: Anyone bought a diamond lately?
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#8880329
07/10/23 02:32 PM
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gtrich94
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At one point in time, I had heard that Sam's Club was one of the largest diamond sellers in the US. I haven't bought any diamonds here, but I have bought other stuff. The gold and platinum dipped roses they sell in various colors make good anniversary/Christmas/mothers day gifts. https://www.ihatestevensinger.com/Just find the stone/color for the anniversary and buy the corresponding rose. I did an emerald one for our 20th and we did birth stone colors from all the grandkids/kids for my mom one Christmas.
Thanks, Rich
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#8880330
07/10/23 02:35 PM
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RedRanger
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I’ve always heard about pretty good value at Costco. Last ring I put together was at Duffs in Flower Mound I have always heard same thing about them as well, I think they sell more of a upper end diamonds
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#8880420
07/10/23 05:07 PM
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Gumbeaux
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Tiffany's Don't be cheap.
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#8880502
07/10/23 07:41 PM
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psycho0819
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The last diamond I will ever buy is on my wife's finger. I knew then how the diamond market was manipulated and swore it was the last time I'd ever pay for one.
Tolerance is the virtue of a man without conviction.
The end of the world began the day it was created, and life is a sexually transmitted terminal disease.
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07/11/23 02:03 AM
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jetdad
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Does the family still own it? They are really good folks. Last time I went, I bought a diamond there like 15 years ago. Went to school with a couple of the second generation "kids". They would be in their seventies now.
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Re: Anyone bought a diamond lately?
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07/11/23 02:07 AM
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HuntnFly67
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Does the family still own it? They are really good folks. Last time I went, I bought a diamond there like 15 years ago. Went to school with a couple of the second generation "kids". They would be in their seventies now. As far as I know, yes. My Mom took a watch to them last week and they were more than fair with her on it. I had some jewelry from my grandmother handed down to me and they were forthright on helping us figure out what was worth keeping. They are great.
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#8880725
07/11/23 02:25 AM
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Daddybigbuck
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