I finally made the purchase today. I have been reading this board for some time now and used the information available here to educate myself. I felt comfortable with all of the "Cs" except clarity. It came down to a VS2 or a SI1. If I went with an SI1 it was very important there were no visible spots. After viewing several similiar diamonds side by side some VS2 and others SI1. I went with the SI1 b/c I could not tell the difference not to mention it was much cheaper. I would like some feedback on my purchase keeping in mind I was looking for a combination of size and quality. Here are the details:
GIA Cert
Shape: Round Brilliant
Measurements: 7.93 - 7.97 x 4.6 mm
Weight: 1.72 carat
Depth: 57.9%
Table: 60%
Girdle: Extremely thin to medium, faceted
Culet: None
Polish/Symmetry: good/good
Clarity Grade: SI1
Color Grade: E
Fluorescence: Faint
Cost: $11,450
GIA Cert
Shape: Round Brilliant
Measurements: 7.93 - 7.97 x 4.6 mm
Weight: 1.72 carat
Depth: 57.9%
Table: 60%
Girdle: Extremely thin to medium, faceted
Culet: None
Polish/Symmetry: good/good
Clarity Grade: SI1
Color Grade: E
Fluorescence: Faint
Cost: $11,450