I was looking for a cheap but real-diamond substitute for this ring<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/14k-White-Gold-7-Stone-Shared-Prong-Diamond-Ring-1-2-cttw-I-J-Color-I1-I2-Clarity-Size-5/dp/B000NTK6DE/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">14k White Gold 7-Stone Shared-Prong Diamond Ring (1/2 cttw, I-J Color, I1-I2 Clarity), Size 5</a>, of which I owned two until a near-theft. I thought these would be good for travel or any time I didn't want to risk losing my more expensive diamond rings.

When this came, I was confused. The diamonds are clearly visible, not buried in the band or between the prongs, so I was pleased at that. However, these are some of the cloudiest diamonds I've ever seen. They do reflect light somehow, but I think it just bounces off the top facet of each stone. There is no way visible light could pass through these diamonds. Also, the band is very thin, especially in the back.

This is about as much diamond carat-age as you'll get for your money anywhere, so if that's important to you, then this is a good buy. Despite the cloudiness of the stones, it is obvious that they are real diamonds. So even though those facts are surprising perks for the price, I don't know that this is a ring I would be pleased to show off. I recommend it as a travel ring or as a way to test out the look of this style of ring. If you are sure you like it and you want a ring like this, browse through the similar eternity, semi-eternity, or seven-stone rings that are a couple hundred dollars, and you will see a definite difference in quality.