1.5 vs 1.75

[markdiam]

I found two comparable stones only difference is the size. Am i better off to get the larger stone and cheaper setting (around $650 pave) or smaller stone and more expensive setting $1200. The difference in the price of the stones is approx 2500.

 

[Enerchi]

Any chance you could also post specs on the two stones??

IMO, I'd buy the best cut stone for what your budget can afford, and what remains, put into a setting. The setting could be a temp one until funds (or an anniversary/event/milestone) allow an upgrade. But you can't go wrong buying the best diamond you can afford!

 

[markdiam]

I am in between these two.

http://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.75-carat-I-color-SI1-clarity-Ideal-cut-sku-148249

http://www.jamesallen.com/?a_aid=dmnd1357&chan=x#!/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.51-carat-I-color-SI1-clarity-Excellent-cut-sku-189762

 

[JulieN]

I would say the setting differece is $600, in relation to the 10-12K for the diamond... suck it up and get the pave setting?

 

[Enerchi]

I would say the setting differece is $600, in relation to the 10-12K for the diamond... suck it up and get the pave setting?

+1 Ditto JulieN. When you are in that zone, what's another $600?? I mean, yes, it is $600, but overall in the grand scheme of things I'd say its not much. My advice would be do it once and do it well....

Both are lovely, but I think I'd pick the 1.75 --- but admittedly, not a diamond expert!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I would say the setting differece is $600, in relation to the 10-12K for the diamond... suck it up and get the pave setting?

+1 Ditto JulieN. When you are in that zone, what's another $600?? I mean, yes, it is $600, but overall in the grand scheme of things I'd say its not much. My advice would be do it once and do it well....

Both are lovely, but I think I'd pick the 1.75 --- but admittedly, not a diamond expert!

Yeah, go for the 1.75 regardless of the setting! Nice!!!

 

[Niel]

I am in between these two.

http://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.75-carat-I-color-SI1-clarity-Ideal-cut-sku-148249

http://www.jamesallen.com/?a_aid=dmnd1357&chan=x#!/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.51-carat-I-color-SI1-clarity-Excellent-cut-sku-189762

well put both on hold for heavens sakes! id hate for some lurkers to see this and snatch either up while you are deciding

 

[ariel144]

Definitely the 1.75...love the smaller table and so probably a higher crown....Agree get the pave and do it right with the larger stone. She will love it.

 

[hearts-arrows_girl]

I like the 1.75 with the 54 table. I love small tables... and big size, of course! If budget is an issue, I'd go with just get a basic setting, you can always change up later. That big stone can steal the show on it's own! Good luck with your project!

 

[JulieN]

Do you want to split the difference?

http://jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.54-carat-I-color-SI1-clarity-Excellent-cut-sku-87656

 

[misskittycat]

Both are gorgeous, but I say bigger!!