SparklySoprano|1424622042|3836441 said:I would like to piggyback off of rockdiamond's and wink's comments. And I don't mean to contradict my earlier comment. That was made as I sensed the OP was not happy. I don't thnk a purchase of this type should be made with too many doubts or the "what ifs" may creep in later.
However, I have a SI2 Diamond myself and am very happy with it. It was appraised independently within the return period, which helped confirm my decision. I also used the HCA advisor during the weeding through process. Have you done that? In any case, I do agree with Rockdiamond that SI2 stones can be fabulous choices. If no one can see the flaws and you are fine with what can be seen magnified, maybe go for it. Make sure you have a return/inspection period though. I'm extremely happy with my SI2 stone.
You may wish to read a post about feathers that was popular a week ago on rockytalk. I would link it here, but I'm challenged as the how. Sorry!
Good luck with your search!
enbcfsobe|1424622582|3836448 said:what about sending it to an independent appraiser for an assessment of whether the inclusions are likely to affect durability? also, i think insurance, rather than a warranty, is what would cover damage to a diamond after it is sold, unless the damage was the result of a workmanship defect. i would presume at this price range that you will get it insured? this would also be a good reason for an independent appraisal before the stone is set.
dumbo|1424622808|3836449 said:That is an option! Hadn't thought of that. I could buy the stone and setting, but not set, then appraised locally and set locally? Probably a good idea!
Pyramid|1424626879|3836475 said:A lot of what you see is twinning and not feathers. Twinning is not a preferable inclusion though.
diamondseeker2006|1424627686|3836481 said:I am sorry, I thought that was a WF grading report originally posted. That's why I posted other WF stones.
I think that stone looks bad in the video. And yes, I am giving you my honest opinion that I think you can do much better than this diamond.
This looks good and would probably be my choice (they have great prices at this time):
https://enchanteddiamonds.com/diamonds/view/Round/GIA-Certified-2-21-Carat-J-Color-VS2-Clarity-Diamond-PWXYWL
This one has potential, but no idealscope image and you cannot know if the fluorescence has any negative effect. Still SBF is desirable to me in a J color stone.
https://enchanteddiamonds.com/diamonds/view/R236-4V59XQ
dumbo|1424628257|3836488 said:diamondseeker2006|1424627686|3836481 said:I am sorry, I thought that was a WF grading report originally posted. That's why I posted other WF stones.
I think that stone looks bad in the video. And yes, I am giving you my honest opinion that I think you can do much better than this diamond.
This looks good and would probably be my choice (they have great prices at this time):
https://enchanteddiamonds.com/diamonds/view/Round/GIA-Certified-2-21-Carat-J-Color-VS2-Clarity-Diamond-PWXYWL
This one has potential, but no idealscope image and you cannot know if the fluorescence has any negative effect. Still SBF is desirable to me in a J color stone.
https://enchanteddiamonds.com/diamonds/view/R236-4V59XQ
I loved the first one you posted! Inquired about the second, they are going to get back to me. Idealscope isn't an option, only an inspection; is that good enough? I assume a trained gemologist would know the performance of a stone, or at the very least, compare it to a known ideal cut?
Hi WinkWink said:Pyramid|1424626879|3836475 said:A lot of what you see is twinning and not feathers. Twinning is not a preferable inclusion though.
Why?
Personally I LOVE twinning wisps as inclusions. They are very often not visible to the eye and lower the price of the diamond dramatically? Thus I am curious as to why you say they are not a preferable inclusion?
Wink
#1 is a much safer bet...diamondseeker2006|1424627686|3836481 said:This looks good and would probably be my choice (they have great prices at this time):
https://enchanteddiamonds.com/diamonds/view/Round/GIA-Certified-2-21-Carat-J-Color-VS2-Clarity-Diamond-PWXYWL
This one has potential, but no idealscope image and you cannot know if the fluorescence has any negative effect. Still SBF is desirable to me in a J color stone.
https://enchanteddiamonds.com/diamonds/view/R236-4V59XQ
Pyramid|1424644613|3836603 said:Wink
I will look for it but believe it was a post from Dave Atlas which said they were not good to have - twinning wisps.