Did someone pocket all the DeBeers settlement money or am I being impatient? [more inside]
posted by qsysopr on Aug 6, 2008 - 9 answers

How do I buy an engagement ring with a Canadian diamond in the UK? [more inside]
posted by randomination on Jul 3, 2006 - 6 answers

I am fairly well resolved to do what must be done to turn my girlfriend into my fiance. One thing is delaying this: I'd like to get an engagement ring without enriching the diamond monopoly (she and I are both on the same page about this). What's to know about substitute/faux/synthetic gemstones? Are they worth it? What would make a good ring given this unorthodox constraint? Any and all suggestions much appreciated!
posted by cleetus on Jul 14, 2004 - 32 answers