When my husband and I got married, we were not in a position to get me an "engagement" ring. Fast forward 3 years in to the marriage and we found ourselves in a place where we could finally afford one. I wanted an asscher cut diamond and began researching online. I looked at various websites like local and not-so-local jewelers as well as Blue Nile, E-Bay, etc.
My various searches ultimately brought me to a diamond forum where consumers and professionals participated. After lurking for several months, I finally registered and tested the waters in participation. That is where I found David and DBL. I emailed him many many (did I say many?) questions about various diamonds he had in stock. I emailed him about diamonds he didn't have in stock.
When we spoke on the phone, he instantly put my at ease. He was so nice, jovial and approachable. He made me feel like a long-time friend and family member. He answered all of my questions and never pressured me to purchase anything. He did spend lots and lots of time on the phone and online discussing with me the "virtues" of each diamond I had questions about. He even took pictures of the diamonds together so that I could compare them side-by-side. I was considering 2 ECs and an asscher cut diamond. He took away any and all anxieties I had or may have had about purchasing online, sight unseen (except lots and lots of photos).

Well, not only did I purchase my ER from him, I also bought a diamond ring for my mom from him and a "Thank you" gift to my realtor (yes, realtor) from him.
My ER is a 2.28ct J/VVS EC in a custom platinum setting. My mom's diamond is a 1.09ct F/I1 RB in a platinum setting. The gift for my realtor was a pair of U-V princess cut earrings. My realtor was COMPLETELY shocked by the sheer beauty and sparkle of the earrings that she called me up and COULD NOT stop raving about them for about an hour!
My mom's reaction? Well, many of you know that we purchased a diamond ring for my mom for several reasons. My dad was dying of cancer and she has never had a diamond. My husband, brother and I thought it would be nice to get her her first diamond while he was still with us. She was jumping and running around the dining and living rooms screaming "I got a diamond! I got a diamond!" and then promptly began crying. Well, my father passed away 2 months ago and she has hardly worn the ring in that time because it's just too painful right now. However, I know she loves the ring and will most likely start wearing it soon. (BTW, I snuck it out and cleaned it with the vinegar as discussed per this website so when she puts it on, she'll be BOWLED OVER by the sparkle and beauty of that diamond!).

Sorry for the long post. DBL has been part of some very very special memories that I have and I am very grateful to David and his crew for making them so memorable! THANK YOU!!

So back to my title for this thread. I was very apprehensive about ALL the (at times contradictory) information out there about diamonds. My head was spinning! David took so much of the guesswork out of it. His diamonds are all well cut and his jewelry pieces are impeccably made. So yes, I am spoiled. I know I can go to David for an absolutely gorgeous diamond. I can go to him as a friend and jeweler who always has my interest at heart.



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awhhh sweet testimony you have tea...  i'm sure that EC is just one of the many diamonds you'll have...   

it's touching to see our parents' reactions when we do something to appreciate them... 

Just for the record tea, I would be happy to help with the purchase of your next home..........

What a great testimonial from a sweet lady!  Thanks so much for sharing!

Tea, I absolutely love your ER. It's so classic, and just stunning!!!!! Love it! Love it! 

And it's so awesome that have been able to signify special events and people in your life with diamonds. What a fabulous thing to be able to do and I'm positive that DBL is thrilled to be a part of it with you!

Tea-I love love love your ER, wow what a thoughtful gift for your mom too

I guess if you're gonna wait that long, petite just ain't gonna do. Of course I love it. And to boot you're a hand model natural.

Thanks everyone 

WM: Well, after waiting over 3 years for an e-ring, if you're gonna do it, gotta do it right. Correct, no?  

Correct tea - and you certainly DID do it right!   

Thank you! So sweet Pandora and Foxy!

WM: I don't think I can go 15 years without an ER... I would GO CRAZY!

This experience with DBL has unleashed a gigantic obsession with diamonds that was just lying dormant for so long. Now, it just keeps growing! I bought a loupe the other day and I found the GIA laser inscription on the diamond! It's teeny-tiny. I could only make out that there is writing... barely make out "GIA" and there are numbers following... that's it. Maybe I need to get a 20x or 30x loupe instead! And I can't find any inclusions at all in the diamond (VVS).

Thanks Amy! I was actually initially looking to buy a 20x loupe but the place I looked at only had the standard 10x. I wonder if there is any jewelry supply stores in town... and how do I find out about gem shows?
Would be fun! Not sure who I would drag with  me though... probably my cousin who is just starting to get interested in diamonds (after she saw my ER, grabbed it, tried it on, etc. She is thinking she needs an upgrade and her DH is NOT pleased with me about that!)

Due to the thread on shoes, I'm in the mall yesterday with my husband and mom looking for new clothes and shoes for all of us. We all left empty-handed in the shoe department   

Anyways, as we walked by a mall jewelry store, one of the salespeople were outside and came up to me to ask whether I wanted a free jewelry cleaning. I take off my DBL EC ER and handed it over to her. As soon as she looked at it, she could not stop commenting about how beautiful the diamond and the setting was (setting once but diamond many many many times). She even hailed the other salesperson in the store over to take a look at the diamond. He also raved about it. While she was cleaning it (the machine was just outside the store since it was a promotion), I could hear her still commenting on the diamond (talking to herself). When she handed it back to me, she said it was the most beautiful diamond she has ever seen. Wanted to know all the specs on it, where I got it, etc.

Oh tea... ya gotta love that!  That is a hoot, someone who works in a jewelry store saying that your diamond is the most beautiful diamond she has ever seen!