Focus on HP and AC in your early levels. STA will become more of an issue in later levels when it gives you more return on investment. Don't worry about DPS; you're not going to be doing a lot of it anyway and it's not your role in a group (although if you plan to spend a lot of time soloing, then a good weapon will be a lot more important). Just pick up a cheap (100-200pp) weapon and spend the rest of your money on tank gear. 5 AC / 55 HP rings (platinum fire wedding ring) are probably the single best item for your buck in your price range.
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