More to choose from, all HCA 1-2 range!

[tdha]

Our jeweler is bringing in the big performers now. He is really listening to our concerns and trying to get just what we want. I have learned SO much on this site, I love it! At this point it is more for fun because I have learned a lot. What do you think?

1)59.8% depth, 59% table, 33.5° crown angle, 40.8° pavilion angle
Ideal cut 0(AGS)
F VS2
2.08
HCA


2)62% depth, 56% table, 35° crown angle, 40.8° pavilion angle
F VS1
2.07
GIA Excellent
HCA 1.6

3)61.9% depth, 57% table, 35� crown angle, 40.8� pavilion angle
G VS2
Excellent GIA
2.21
HCA 1.7

4)60.9% depth, 57% table, 34.9� crown angle, 40.7� pavilion angle
F VS1
Ideal AGS 0
2.4
HCA 1.2

5)61.7% depth, 57% table, 35� crown angle, 40.8� pavilion angle
D VS2
GIA Excellent
H&A
2.51
HCA 1.6

 

[beach]

3, 4 , and 5 look great with 4 being the nicest in my opinion just going off the data provided. I would pass on 1. Ideal scope would be the deciding factor.I would buy one for 25 dollars and take it to your jeweler.

 

[Kelli]

4 or 5. They''re the biggest and the numbers look great!

 

[tdha]

Beach, why the ideal scope for one? I guess I have more to learn yet.

 

[Mrs W]

2-5 are very nice. I would take 2

 

[Lorelei]

I would choose 4, not just because it is an AGS0 but because the angles fall into a good range. 2, 3 and 5 would be best checked with an Idealscope due to the angle ranges, you can buy one here.

http://www.ideal-scope.com/cart_zoom_item.asp?Id=2&ShowAdd=Y

 

[Stone-cold11]

I would compare #1 and #4 side by side.

 

[Lorelei]

The first has a larger table so make sure you like that look compared to the ones with smaller tables.

 

[Paul-Antwerp]

I agree with Lorelei, and would check no. 4 first with Ideal-scope and H&A. If that works, OK.

If not, look at 2,3 and 5 as alternatives.

 

[tdha]

thanks for the advice. i am going to order the ideal scope.. hope it gets here in time!! I am seeing the stones on Sat. If it doesn''t arrive in time is there another way to get an idea if the stone is leaking light (that is what I think I am checking for esp with stone 1)

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 12/17/2008 9:44:09 AM
Author: tdha
thanks for the advice. i am going to order the ideal scope.. hope it gets here in time!! I am seeing the stones on Sat. If it doesn''t arrive in time is there another way to get an idea if the stone is leaking light (that is what I think I am checking for esp with stone 1)

All you can do is to check out each diamond away from any store lights to see which ones are pleasing to you, with or without the IS. Jewellery store lights can be misleading and help even poorly cut diamonds sparkle of sorts, so see if you can check out each diamond in more natural light to see if you like how it behaves.

 

[Ellen]

Date: 12/17/2008 9:54:27 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 12/17/2008 9:44:09 AM
Author: tdha
thanks for the advice. i am going to order the ideal scope.. hope it gets here in time!! I am seeing the stones on Sat. If it doesn''t arrive in time is there another way to get an idea if the stone is leaking light (that is what I think I am checking for esp with stone 1)

All you can do is to check out each diamond away from any store lights to see which ones are pleasing to you, with or without the IS. Jewellery store lights can be misleading and help even poorly cut diamonds sparkle of sorts, so see if you can check out each diamond in more natural light to see if you like how it behaves.

Ditto. And put them under the counter, or cup them away from light. See which ones go "flat", and which still look slightly sparkly.

Really take your time, and have fun!! And let us know what you pick.

Last, but certainly not least, thank your jeweler for actually listening to you, caring about what will please you, and bringing these in. One would think this is the norm, but it''s not.

 

[beach]

Date: 12/17/2008 12:15:03 AM
Author: tdha
Beach, why the ideal scope for one? I guess I have more to learn yet.

When I said "one" I did not mean the number one lol I meant buy an ideal scope "one" and take it to your jeweler ....

 

[tdha]

OK, I ordered the ideal scope to be overnighted. I hope I can use it. Any pointers? We are really happy with our jeweler. He is an independent dealer and a friend of a friend. He does a lot of business with my husband''s co-workers. I want to buy from him because he is listening and is no pressure and friendly to boot.

Again, all your help is invaluable. When I decide I will post it. And when it is set.. again. Current thoughts are tiffany replica setting and delicate 2 mm channel band both platinum. Whew, I am starting to have with this!!!

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 12/17/2008 2:16:29 PM
Author: tdha
OK, I ordered the ideal scope to be overnighted. I hope I can use it. Any pointers? We are really happy with our jeweler. He is an independent dealer and a friend of a friend. He does a lot of business with my husband's co-workers. I want to buy from him because he is listening and is no pressure and friendly to boot.

Again, all your help is invaluable. When I decide I will post it. And when it is set.. again. Current thoughts are tiffany replica setting and delicate 2 mm channel band both platinum. Whew, I am starting to have with this!!!

Here you go, advice on how to use the IS.

http://www.ideal-scope.com/using_howto.asp

Chart to help you interpret the results.

http://www.ideal-scope.com/using_reference_chart.asp