diamonds...labcreated vs real

redneckjeep87

redneckjeep87

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okay so ive been lookin at some stones....labcreated vs real diamonds...well any stone really is like this...but specifically diamonds.....what is yalls opionion on this, whats the difference, other than a MAJOR freakin price diff....can you tell the difference looking at them? i just need some feedback as i am totally confused with all of this..........................:popcorn:
 
well....

one takes millions of years to make.

one takes a few hours/days....

Id think thats the major difference.
 
redneckjeep87 said:
i understand that part.....i may be slightly a d/a but not a total one
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haha, just kidding man.

In all honesty...unless your a jewler, you wouldnt be able to tell a difference. If you are looking for resale value for any reason, Id assume the real one could sell for more.
 
theres an answer i was looking for....not trying to be "cheap" but also not trying to break the bank at the same time if ya know what i mean....i dont see reason in spending thousands of dollars on a piece of jewelry
 
For the sake of your possible marriage, don`t buy her a fake diamond and then let her believe it`s real. She will find out somehow sooner or later.
 
I would have this conversation with her / allow her to look at them / the prices, etc. Make this decision together as a couple, what is more important to you as a couple / whether to invest that cash in a ring or in something else.

This is your PARTNER in all that entails, you will be making many financial decisions together and this is good practice.

This likely is NOT the last ring or diamonds she will want either! Diamonds are an EXCELLENT way to get new parts for the trail rig..just as long as you understand that new set of IROKS is gonna cost you 2x the retail sticker price. (Tires + stuff for her)

Sam
 
I assume you are talking about the lab made diamonds. Jewlers can tell b/c they are perfect no minute imperfections. Use this line "Honey, I didn't want to buy a natural diamond b/c they have imperfections, the diamonds made in labs are perfect, just like you"
 
Futbalfantic said:
I assume you are talking about the lab made diamonds. Jewlers can tell b/c they are perfect no minute imperfections. Use this line "Honey, I didn't want to buy a natural diamond b/c they have imperfections, the diamonds made in labs are perfect, just like you"
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:lol::lol::lol:...That will never work if things like that are important to her. My wife on the other hand has never had a diamond, not saying she wouldn't like one. Buying a house when we got married was a little more important at the time.
 
Tacoma747 said:
amen to that Greg...
Don't waste the money on something fake, she WILL find out eventually.
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x2. and when she finds out, it'll be your ass :lol:

just buy a real diamond and save yourself some headache later on in life. Its not throwing $$$ away, its an investment. Fake diamonds are an expense as they do not go up in value.

Get an idea of what she likes without taking her shopping for a ring. But, don't just come out and ask, it has to be a surprise and this will ruin it. It may take a few months/years, but keep your ears open and she will definetly tell you EXACTLY what she wants.
 
Ask her.

None of her friends are going to know the difference, but she is. she's going to be showing it off and thinking in the back of her head, can they tell it's not real? Can she live without doing that?

Say to her: "Hun, I can't afford a real diamond and a cruise to the bahamas, so how about a fake diamond and a Trip to Hawaii" :D
 
You could make up a story about some guy on NC4x4 giving his wife a CZ, and then see how she reacts to that.
 
Don't marry the bitch if she insists on a real one.. That should tell you something right there about her.
And if she insists, and you can't figure out what that tells you about her, then YOU'RE not ready for marriage.

There is always another option.. If things are a little tight-
Find the perfect setting, and get the manufactured diamond. Agree that a few years form now (5, 10, whatever), if she wants, you'll get her a real stone.

just some options.. ;)
 
Rich said:
Don't marry the bitch if she insists on a real one.. That should tell you something right there about her.
And if she insists, and you can't figure out what that tells you about her, then YOU'RE not ready for marriage.
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I wouldn't go that far.
Just think of how much crap people on here would give someone if they had to drive a "fake jeep" (landcruiser) instead of a real one? :flipoff2:
Her friends might give her the same crap..

That being said, I hate debeers, and wish they would all die a slow painful death. Preferably as I get to kick them all square in the nuts.
But whatever you decide, put it on the table with HER. I hated the idea of spending that much on a ring, but it let me buy the first round of my toys with no real complaints when we had the money. Also make sure she knows the financial situation. (and you know hers) If you're both broke, that will swing it more the lab made route. Or even cheaper with plans on 2 year anniversary or something of getting the "real" wedding rings.

Good luck, and if you get her a lab made, and don't tell her, she will make you regret it for a LONG time.
 
Rich said:
Don't marry the bitch if she insists on a real one.. That should tell you something right there about her.
And if she insists, and you can't figure out what that tells you about her, then YOU'RE not ready for marriage.

There is always another option.. If things are a little tight-
Find the perfect setting, and get the manufactured diamond. Agree that a few years form now (5, 10, whatever), if she wants, you'll get her a real stone.

just some options.. ;)
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agreed... but maybe with a bit more grace and tact. :lol:
 
Rich said:
Don't marry the bitch if she insists on a real one.. That should tell you something right there about her.
And if she insists, and you can't figure out what that tells you about her, then YOU'RE not ready for marriage.

There is always another option.. If things are a little tight-
Find the perfect setting, and get the manufactured diamond. Agree that a few years form now (5, 10, whatever), if she wants, you'll get her a real stone.

just some options.. ;)
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i agree and disagree...first, a rule of thumb to remember is that the ring should cost 3 months of YOUR pay MAX. if thats not good enough for her, then shes a materialistic bitch and doesnt appreciate you or your work. second, DONT BE CHEAP! DO NOT get the manufactured diamond. if you give a shit about your lady, then quality counts. if your lady loves you she will be happy with what you get her now. you can always up grade down the road (if that doesnt bother you) when SHE can pitch in too.
 
OlllllllO said:
DONT BE CHEAP! DO NOT get the manufactured diamond. if you give a shit about your lady, then quality counts.
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Damn....ball check on aisle three please....

If you give a shit about your lady you will be more concerned about having money for your marriage/life than blowing a mint on rings and weddings.....if she gives 1 shit about the quality or size....Id walk the fuck away...

The ring is only a symbol of your feelings blah blah blah, if she needs a certain size, creation etc tell her to marry a diamond.
 
BTW 3 months...no way in hell not for this ol boy
 
SkyHiK5 said:
Damn....ball check on aisle three please....
If you give a shit about your lady you will be more concerned about having money for your marriage/life than blowing a mint on rings and weddings.....if she gives 1 shit about the quality or size....Id walk the fuck away...
The ring is only a symbol of your feelings blah blah blah, if she needs a certain size, creation etc tell her to marry a diamond.
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i know theres more important things than a stupid ring :)beer:). it is ONLY a symbol. but women will be women and their priorities are all messed up. fact of the matter is that if you wish to have and keep a lovely wife, you have to put up with some crap unless you want to be a lonely old man forever. my $0.02
 
OlllllllO said:
first, a rule of thumb to remember is that the ring should cost 3 months of YOUR pay MAX.....DONT BE CHEAP!
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so, love = how much money can spend?

Personally, I hate the 3 month rule. I think that's absolutely asinine! Why go into debt? someone who make say $30K is suppose to pay $10K? How many people that make $30K have $10K to blow on a ring? My Lady damn well better care more about our financial future than what her friends are gonna think about her ring.

oh and just to flip things around, why is it the man's ring doesn't fall into this category? I have a $50 Stainless Steel band because it was cheap and I thought it was kinda kewl :D
 
mbalbritton said:
so, love = how much money can spend?
Personally, I hate the 3 month rule. I think that's absolutely asinine! Why go into debt? someone who make say $30K is suppose to pay $10K? How many people that make $30K have $10K to blow on a ring? My Lady damn well better care more about our financial future than what her friends are gonna think about her ring.
oh and just to flip things around, why is it the man's ring doesn't fall into this category? I have a $50 Stainless Steel band because it was cheap and I thought it was kinda kewl :D
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its designed to fit the anyones budget. also... if someone made 30k a year and paid 10k a ring, that would be 4 months pay or 1/3 of yearly pay. i think what you mean to say is if dude made 30k a year he would have to pay 7500 or 1/4 of yearly pay. who said you had to pay that much anyway? a 7500 ring is HUGE! too big actually. its the not money either. its the work and effort for that money which pays for a ring that your lady better appreciate. so if youre a poor guy and can only afford a 1000 ring. thats all she gets and she better be happy. again it comes down to the kind lady you have and want to keep...
 
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