Reply #40 Rico's post
Diamonds are generally far cheaper in HK than the UK.
Usually this is because the UK has a far larger layer of middlemen before the diamond gets to you.
If you are looking for high quality stones, HK is by far a better choice as the selection is better. The typical retail store in UK/USA will have mid-size stones of VVS2 / I color, which are very overpriced.
The other reasons have already been mentioned, usually the goldsmiths are better, and they usually only charge you for materials, and the labor is free as long as you buy the diamond from them.
I bought a 1.01 Flawless D in HK that was impossible to find in the USA. So the choices, and therefore prices are more reasonable in HK. You should be aware though, that size, color, and quality aren't the only things to look for. You should look at the exact dimensions, as they will have an impact on brilliance when you look at the stone.
Contrary to what people say here, D E F aren't that discernable with the naked eye. You have to jump from a D to a G to see a big difference. What you'll notice quickly is the clarity, as IF vs VVS1 is a huge difference when you shine some light into the stone. An IF will reflect all the light back to you, while the VVS1 will appear slightly flat. Look at the two side by side and you'll get what I'm saying.
Good luck in your search! | |
