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Pompeii3 2 Ct Princess Cut Solitaire Ring vs 2 Carat 14K White Gold Classic Side Stone Prong Set GIA Certified Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring (1 Ct K Color SI1 Clarity Center Stone)

Buy the Houston Diamond District ring if you want a certified center stone and a halo of side stones that makes the ring look larger. Buy the Pompeii3 ring if you want a single clean solitaire and a warmer, whiter G/H color grade. The Houston ring wins on certification and sparkle for the size; the Pompeii3 ring wins on simplicity and color. Both are 14k white gold with princess cuts, but the Houston center stone is GIA graded SI1, which is a real clarity step up from I2-I3.

  • Choose the Pompeii3 solitaire if you want one stone, a G/H color grade and a plain four-prong look that will not date.
  • Choose the Houston Diamond District ring if you want a GIA certificate on the center stone and side stones that add width and sparkle.

Prices

  • Pompeii3 2 Ct Princess Cut Solitaire Ring: $4,791.59 at Walmart (checked today)
  • 2 Carat 14K White Gold Classic Side Stone Prong Set GIA Certified Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring (1 Ct K Color SI1 Clarity Center Stone): $3,388.00 at Walmart (checked today)
  • Difference: the 2 Carat 14K White Gold Classic Side Stone Prong Set GIA Certified Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring (1 Ct K Color SI1 Clarity Center Stone) is $1,403.59 cheaper than the Pompeii3 2 Ct Princess Cut Solitaire Ring today
Pompeii3
Pompeii 2 Ct Princess Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k White Gold (G/H,I2-I3)

Pompeii3 2 Ct Princess Cut Solitaire Ring

Pompeii 2 Ct Princess Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k White Gold (G/H,I2-I3)

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$4,791.59at WalmartChecked 3 h ago
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Pros
  • Single 2 ct princess cut reads as one large stone
  • G/H color is whiter than the Houston center stone
  • Clean solitaire setting will not go out of style
  • Made in USA with a 180-day warranty
Cons
  • I2-I3 clarity means visible inclusions
  • No lab certificate for the diamond
  • Only size 4 listed; other sizes need a phone call
Houston Diamond District
2 Carat 14K White Gold Classic Side Stone Prong Set GIA Certified Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring (1 Ct K Color SI1 Clarity Center Stone)

2 Carat 14K White Gold Classic Side Stone Prong Set GIA Certified Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring (1 Ct K Color SI1 Clarity Center Stone)

$3,388.00at WalmartChecked 8 h ago
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Pros
  • GIA certificate backs the center stone's grade
  • SI1 clarity is a clear step up from I2-I3
  • Side stones add width and extra sparkle

What separates them

Pompeii3 2 Ct Princess Cut Solitaire Ring2 Carat 14K White Gold Classic Side Stone Prong Set GIA Certified Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring (1 Ct K Color SI1 Clarity Center Stone)
Center stone certificationNot certified; graded G/H, I2-I3 by the sellerGIA certified center stone, K color, SI1 clarity
ClarityI2-I3, inclusions visible to the eyeSI1 center, inclusions hard to see without a loupe
ColorG/H, near colorlessK center stone, faint warmth visible
Setting styleSolitaire, one stone in four prongsSide-stone prong set, smaller diamonds along the band
Total carat weight2 ct in a single princess cut2 ct total, 1 ct in the center stone
Ring size as listedSize 4Size 5
Origin and paperworkMade in USA, 180-day warranty, gift boxCertificate of Authenticity, presentation box, 30-day returns

Price history

$4,791.59$1,286.05
Nov 8Nov 10
  • Pompeii3 2 Ct Princess Cut Solitaire Ring: lowest $1,286.05 on Nov 10 at Nordstrom.
  • 2 Carat 14K White Gold Classic Side Stone Prong Set GIA Certified Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring (1 Ct K Color SI1 Clarity Center Stone): lowest $4,180.00 on Nov 8 at Houston Diamond District; $4,180.00 on Nov 10.

Prices at every store

Pompeii3 2 Ct Princess Cut Solitaire Ring

  • WalmartNew

    In stockSold by Pompeii3Returns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $4,791.59Free shippingChecked 3 h ago
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  • SearsNew

    In stockSold by Pompeii3 Inc.

    $10,500.00+ $6.25 shippingChecked Nov 8
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2 Carat 14K White Gold Classic Side Stone Prong Set GIA Certified Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring (1 Ct K Color SI1 Clarity Center Stone)

  • WalmartNew

    In stockSold by Houston Diamond DistrictReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $3,388.00Free shippingChecked 8 h ago
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  • Houston Diamond DistrictNew

    In stock

    $4,180.00Free shippingChecked 8 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecPompeii3 2 Ct Princess Cut Solitaire Ring2 Carat 14K White Gold Classic Side Stone Prong Set GIA Certified Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring (1 Ct K Color SI1 Clarity Center Stone)
ring_size45
colorWhiteGold
size4—
Ring Size (US)5, 4, 7.5, 5.5, 6.5—
Karat14k—
Stone ColorTransparent—
RingsEngagement Ring—
Length / Circumference (")7.0—
MaterialWhite Gold—
No. of Stones (pcs)1—
GenderFemale—
Carat (Main stone)3.0—
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SpecPompeii3 2 Ct Princess Cut Solitaire Ring2 Carat 14K White Gold Classic Side Stone Prong Set GIA Certified Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring (1 Ct K Color SI1 Clarity Center Stone)
StoneDiamond—
metal_type—White Gold

Questions and answers

Which ring looks bigger on the hand?
The Pompeii3 ring, because its full 2 ct is one princess cut. The Houston ring spreads 2 ct across the center and side stones, so the center stone is about 1 ct.
Is the Houston diamond better quality?
On clarity and certification, yes. Its center stone is GIA graded SI1, while the Pompeii3 stone is I2-I3 with no lab report. On color, the Pompeii3 G/H grade is whiter than the Houston K.
Which is better for a surprise proposal?
The Pompeii3 solitaire is the safer classic look. The Houston ring needs the right finger size, since it is listed at size 5 and returns are limited to 30 days.
Will the I2-I3 inclusions be visible?
Often yes, especially in a 2 ct stone. Ask for close-up photos or a video in daylight before deciding.
Is the Houston ring worth stepping up to?
If a certificate and a side-stone look matter to you, yes. If you want the whitest single stone for the size, the Pompeii3 solitaire is the better fit.

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30-day return policy
Cons
  • K color center stone shows warmth against white gold
  • Only 1 ct sits in the center; the rest is in small side stones
  • Stone weights carry a 6% variance