Four Prong vs Six Prong Engagement Ring On A .50ct Diamond

Q:

Hello Liz,

I’m looking for something in the price of $1500 to $3000.

Carat – around .5

Color – H or better

Clarity – Sl1 or better

Ring – Solitaire with four prong vs six prong engagement ring or halo setting

Thank you for any help you can be to a confused college student.

Oliver

A:

Hi Oliver,

Classic four prong engagement ring from Whiteflash for only $339.50

Thanks for letting me know your diamond specs and budget. You will definitely get the most bang for your buck if you go with a solitaire four prong vs six prong engagement ring. This is because halo-settings are about 4-5 x’s more expensive than a simple solitaire setting.

So, for example you could get a .602ct G VS2 for $2,413.00: https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2890077.htm paired with a simple four prong solitaire engagement ring like this for $339.50: https://www.whiteflash.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/4-prong-tiffany-style-solitaire-engagement-ring-587.htm

On the other hand, if you wanted a halo-setting, you would need to downsize on your diamond carat weight. So, if you wanted to go this route, here is a nice combination: https://www.whiteflash.com/engagement-rings/diamond-settings/amphora-diamond-engagement-ring-1039.htm with this diamond: https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2960087.htm

If you aren’t already familiar with Whiteflash.com, please refer to my Whiteflash Review on ODBA. 😉

Let me know what you think and if you have any questions!

Best,

Liz

Q:

Hey Liz,

Thanks for the recommendations. I love the look of Whiteflash!

However, due to some unforeseen circumstances I only have about $2500 as a max now. I found this diamond https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2970607.htm or this one https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2970604.htm.

Which of the two would you suggest?

Thanks,

Oliver

A:

No problem Oliver.

I prefer this diamond’s cut and light performance better: https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2970604.htm

It will be beautiful.

Kind Regards,

Liz

Q:

What is your opinion on a four prong vs six prong engagement ring? I think I like the four prong engagement ring better.

Thanks again,

Oliver

A:

Four Prong vs Six Prong Engagement Rings are largely a matter of personal preference. Six prong rings can look a bit busy on a petite diamond (.80ct or less) whereas four prongs can make a diamond appear more square-ish when set traditionally. A four prong engagement ring can avoid the square appearance by setting the diamond in North/South East/West setting like this: https://www.whiteflash.com/engagement-rings/solitaire/carina-solitaire-engagement-ring-2380.htm

In your case, I think that the four prong setting for your diamond carat weight is a very good choice.

Kind Regards,

Liz

Q:

Thanks so much Liz! Appreciate the quick follow-up and help!

Oliver