Diamond Ring
#1
Hit 16's
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Diamond Ring
Any recommendations for where I should buy a diamond ring out here?
Is the UAE as good as any gulf country, and is AD better or worse than Dubai?
How can I be sure I'm not getting ripped off?
Should I haggle, and if so what sort of discount can I expect?
Is she likely to be able to tell the difference between cubic zircona and the real thing?
Did you really think I meant that last question?
Thanks
Is the UAE as good as any gulf country, and is AD better or worse than Dubai?
How can I be sure I'm not getting ripped off?
Should I haggle, and if so what sort of discount can I expect?
Is she likely to be able to tell the difference between cubic zircona and the real thing?
Did you really think I meant that last question?
Thanks
#3
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#5
Re: Diamond Ring
Any recommendations for where I should buy a diamond ring out here?
Is the UAE as good as any gulf country, and is AD better or worse than Dubai?
How can I be sure I'm not getting ripped off?
Should I haggle, and if so what sort of discount can I expect?
Is she likely to be able to tell the difference between cubic zircona and the real thing?
Did you really think I meant that last question?
Thanks
Is the UAE as good as any gulf country, and is AD better or worse than Dubai?
How can I be sure I'm not getting ripped off?
Should I haggle, and if so what sort of discount can I expect?
Is she likely to be able to tell the difference between cubic zircona and the real thing?
Did you really think I meant that last question?
Thanks
I got my old mam some diamond earrings, gold leaves with little diamonds on, quite nice and elegant, guy wanted £200 for them, paid @90 in the end, she was made up.
#6
Re: Diamond Ring
Tip- spend more than 90 quid! Spugs for such a tall chap I didn't realize you had such short arms!
#7
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Hmmm, Mrs Spugsy mentioned a new diamond ring yesterday, I had to start singing to put her off.
#8
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lol Spugs- I imagine you couldn't get away with a souk purchase for the missus! Tiffany & Co always goes down well though
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Re: Diamond Ring
Any recommendations for where I should buy a diamond ring out here?
Is the UAE as good as any gulf country, and is AD better or worse than Dubai?
How can I be sure I'm not getting ripped off?
Should I haggle, and if so what sort of discount can I expect?
Is she likely to be able to tell the difference between cubic zircona and the real thing?
Did you really think I meant that last question?
Thanks
Is the UAE as good as any gulf country, and is AD better or worse than Dubai?
How can I be sure I'm not getting ripped off?
Should I haggle, and if so what sort of discount can I expect?
Is she likely to be able to tell the difference between cubic zircona and the real thing?
Did you really think I meant that last question?
Thanks
#12
Re: Diamond Ring
Spugsy -How many times do you need to be told- size isn't everything.
You should be looking at colour, cut, clarity and carat weight. And what metal she wants. Its tricky stuff this love!
You should be looking at colour, cut, clarity and carat weight. And what metal she wants. Its tricky stuff this love!
#13
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Location: Dubai
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Re: Diamond Ring
souks will probably be the cheapest
or if you want a "mall" type place then the gold and diamond park just near MOE. You must barter down, have a look and have them record the bartered price on a business card.... shop about and play them against each other.
Have a look at global diamond prices and look at UK online shops for a price guide and make a list - ie 1/4 carat is approx 500 etc.
or if you want a "mall" type place then the gold and diamond park just near MOE. You must barter down, have a look and have them record the bartered price on a business card.... shop about and play them against each other.
Have a look at global diamond prices and look at UK online shops for a price guide and make a list - ie 1/4 carat is approx 500 etc.
#14
Re: Diamond Ring
BLoody hell, oh well she'll be with me anyway, I've only just paid off her engagement ring, and we've been married 5 years!
#15
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Buying a diamond ring one should never use the phrase, 'Will probably be the cheapest".