This $18,000 diamond ring from Costco has a 2-carat, GIA-certified, I-Color, VS2-Clarity, Excellent Cut Round Brilliant diamond. It’s a stunning diamond. But you can get one with the exact same specs, also certified, for $13,100, from James Allen. Here’s how to do it. Costco’s offer for $18,000 It’s Costco item number 1353333. You can see […]
Are These Costco Diamonds Worth It?
Looking at a fine diamond ring at Costco?
Are you wondering, "Is this Costco diamond worth it? Is it a smart buy?" Sometimes it's a great buy, and well worth it.
But usually you can get a better diamond, better customer service, and save thousands. I'll show you how.
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Is this massive 3.57 carat total weight platinum ring from Costco worth the price of $58,000? Hint: you can get one for less.
Emerald cut diamond engagement rings make an impressive statement. This massive ring makes an even bigger statement. But should it cost $58,000? Good news: you can build a ring like this from a trusted retailer for around $42,000. Costco’s offer for $58,000 The Costco item number for this ring is #1352626. You can take a […]
Should you buy this Costco Round Brilliant 3-Stone 1.20 ctw Diamond Engagement Ring for $2,400? Or is there a huge risk?
Costco offers this 1.2-carat total weight 3-stone platinum ring for $600 off, for a final price of $2,400. But there’s a catch. I’ll make a recommendation on how to buy a 3-stone ring in this price range that you won’t regret. Costco’s offer for $2,400 It’s Costco item number 1468165. You can see it live […]
Is this 1.7 total carat weight halo diamond ring worth buying at Costco for $7,000? You can get one for less.
This 1.7 total carat weight diamond ring at Costco has a 1-carat center diamond and 0.7 carats of halo and pave diamonds. But did you know you can get an almost identical ring, with 1.73 total carat weight, for $6,480? Or even for as little at $4,250? Costco’s offer for $7,000 It’s Costco item number […]
Is this stunning 1.05 ctw halo diamond ring from Costco worth it at $2,400? Surprise answer.
Costco offers it for $2,400. That comes in under James Allen’s offer of a similar ring for $2,890. But there’s a catch. Costco’s offer for $2,400 It’s Costco item number 973597. You can see it live at Costco, unless and until it’s sold out. James Allen offers a ring with the same diamond specs for […]
Is this giant 4-Carat Costco diamond really a good buy at $60,000? Pay $44,290 instead. (Or even less, for $21,780.)
Costco offers this ring for $59,999.99. You can get the same design, with a better diamond, and from a top-level retailer, for as low as $22,000. Costco offers this ring for $59,999.99 (Turns out there IS actually a GIA certificate. Read on to know why it wasn’t easy to spot in this Costco listing. (But […]
Is this Costco diamond worth it? Round Brilliant 1.63 ct VVS2 Clarity, E Color Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring (Item 1191488)
Bottom line: At James Allen, you can get a diamond with a better color grade, and all the other specs the same, for $6,150 less. Here’s how. (It’s easy.) Also, you can get a diamond ring with the exact same specs from James Allen for $6,560. That’s $14,440 less than the Costco ring. I prove […]
Is this Costco diamond worth it? Round Brilliant 2.50 ct VS2 Clarity, I Color Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring (Item 1017829) for $25K.
Bottom line: You can get the same or better quality diamond ring for $3,600 less at the famed diamond retailer, James Allen. You can even get a better diamond ring for $15,300 less at James Allen. Oh yes, you can. I’ll prove it now in hard facts, figures, and images. The Costco offer: $24,999.99 GIA […]
Is this Costco diamond ring worth it? A 1-Carat Round Brilliant Flanked by Two 0.15-Carat Baguette Diamonds, in Platinum
When asking — and clearly answering — whether a specific Costco diamond is worth buying, I love using data and hard figures. I prove my case with numbers. I compare Costco diamond ring offers to rings from other highly reputable online diamond ring retailers. James Allen is my go to source. They usually win, but […]
Is this Costco diamond ring worth it? Emerald Cut 3.23 ctw VVS2 Clarity, G Color Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring.
I compare as many diamond engagement rings as I can based on the facts: on data, and on specs, and on prices. Today’s value comparison starts with a Costco Emerald Cut 3.23 ctw VVS2 Clarity, G Color Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring. Bottom line: You can get a diamond ring with the same specs (or better) […]
