Hi all,
Looking to purchase an engagement ring for my girlfriend - looking for a princess cut, 1ct, d-f, and ideally vs2 but willing to go down to si1 .
I've tried doing my research before posting but was not able to find an answer. I've been to many local jewelers but they don't have any ACA or ideal cut - only very good and excellent cut. I've been in touch with Whiteflash and am intrigued as to what they offer but just wanted to see what will look better an lower color and grade that's ACA or will and excellent cut with higher color and clarity be the same or better.
My budget is $5000 usd for the diamond and so far the best one I've found at WF is:
http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut-loose-diamond-3081021.htm
I'm concerned with color as I would like to stay in the d-f and it seems to have many inclusions.
At a local diamond wholesaler, I found the following:
1.06 Cart
F Color
vs2
depth 73.8%
table 73%
girdle STK
GIA cert
5.55 x 5.53 x 4.08
Polish: very good
Symmetry: very good
$4950
Just wanted to see ACA are definitely work compromising on color/clarity. Also, WF rings are much more expensive than what local jewelers will charge here. Any input is greatly appreciated!!
Thank you.
Looking to purchase an engagement ring for my girlfriend - looking for a princess cut, 1ct, d-f, and ideally vs2 but willing to go down to si1 .
I've tried doing my research before posting but was not able to find an answer. I've been to many local jewelers but they don't have any ACA or ideal cut - only very good and excellent cut. I've been in touch with Whiteflash and am intrigued as to what they offer but just wanted to see what will look better an lower color and grade that's ACA or will and excellent cut with higher color and clarity be the same or better.
My budget is $5000 usd for the diamond and so far the best one I've found at WF is:
http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut-loose-diamond-3081021.htm
I'm concerned with color as I would like to stay in the d-f and it seems to have many inclusions.
At a local diamond wholesaler, I found the following:
1.06 Cart
F Color
vs2
depth 73.8%
table 73%
girdle STK
GIA cert
5.55 x 5.53 x 4.08
Polish: very good
Symmetry: very good
$4950
Just wanted to see ACA are definitely work compromising on color/clarity. Also, WF rings are much more expensive than what local jewelers will charge here. Any input is greatly appreciated!!
Thank you.