Hi all, I am looking for an engagement diamond and so far I''ve found several that I like. One of them however has a EGL certificate. I read the article on pricescope regarding the comparison between EGL, AGS, and GIA. Here is what I learned.
EGL usually have softer grade on color. The one I have in mind is color D, so the same diamond would be graded E by GIS and AGS at the very worst.
EGL has the same if not stricter grading for clarity.
Some of the EGL Very Good symmetry and Very Good Polish diamond are rated Ex and Ex by GIS and AGS, whereas some (less) are rated Good and Good.
Therefore, my question is. If I take the diamond to an independent appraiser, would they tell me whether it is Ex Symmetry and Ex Polish? (In the comment section it says that the diamond is a Tolkowsky Ideal Cut with 8 hearts and 8 arrows). Also, how does the process usually work, and what are your recommendation for appraisers in NYC? What are the usual cost for a diamond around 1.5ct?
EGL usually have softer grade on color. The one I have in mind is color D, so the same diamond would be graded E by GIS and AGS at the very worst.
EGL has the same if not stricter grading for clarity.
Some of the EGL Very Good symmetry and Very Good Polish diamond are rated Ex and Ex by GIS and AGS, whereas some (less) are rated Good and Good.
Therefore, my question is. If I take the diamond to an independent appraiser, would they tell me whether it is Ex Symmetry and Ex Polish? (In the comment section it says that the diamond is a Tolkowsky Ideal Cut with 8 hearts and 8 arrows). Also, how does the process usually work, and what are your recommendation for appraisers in NYC? What are the usual cost for a diamond around 1.5ct?