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2 RADIANTS, SARIN, IS, PICS, and GIA provided...PLEASE HELP

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negley

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I have narrowed my search down to these two rocks. The H VS1 is about 3600 and the G VS1 is about 3900. I think they are both pretty good cuts, which is why I need an expert to help me out from here. Any critique or advice would be great.

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the first and all of these are the G VS1

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sarin

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now the H VS1

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sarin

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sorry wrong sarin posted on the H VS1. Here is the complete one

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The second one looks better to me, do you have an ASET for it? What do WF think of the first one?
 
also, can you post the "white" pics?
 
whites

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whites 2

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Thanks! I still prefer the second one.
 
For what particular reasons? And are you corresponding the diamond on the right to the second diamond I posted? Thank you for your input
 
aset for the h vs1

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Date: 6/18/2008 9:23:13 AM
Author: negley
For what particular reasons? And are you corresponding the diamond on the right to the second diamond I posted? Thank you for your input
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Yes, the diamond on the right of the actual diamond pics, is the one I prefer. The first diamond appears to be a bit dark and appears to be leaking light in areas according to the Idealscope and ASET, also in the photo, the other looks better to me.
 
i prefer the H also. the symmetry is off and there is too much dark on the first one.
 
Do you think the second one is good or just the better of the two? I am getting close to the deadline and don''t have too much time left for the search. Thanks again for your help and opinions. I really wish I found PS earlier.
 
Date: 6/18/2008 9:33:58 AM
Author: negley
Do you think the second one is good or just the better of the two? I am getting close to the deadline and don''t have too much time left for the search. Thanks again for your help and opinions. I really wish I found PS earlier.
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I think the second one looks to be well worth consideration, especially if WF rate it. Good radiants are hard to find, and that one looks to be a pretty diamond to my eyes. What is the WF verdict on this one? They won''t steer you wrong!
 
Brian pretty much said it comes down to what I like. He said he felt the H would look better under normal light. Whereas you will see those dark spots in the G. He polled everyone in the office at the time of talking to him and it was a 3/3 split between the two. The H is cheaper and I think it will sparkle more in a normal setting. It is very hard to find a square radiant that has good numbers. Which is the only thing I have at first to judge before I can request them to bring it in. Darn her for liking square radiants! haha
 
Date: 6/18/2008 9:42:18 AM
Author: negley
Brian pretty much said it comes down to what I like. He said he felt the H would look better under normal light. Whereas you will see those dark spots in the G. He polled everyone in the office at the time of talking to him and it was a 3/3 split between the two. The H is cheaper and I think it will sparkle more in a normal setting. It is very hard to find a square radiant that has good numbers. Which is the only thing I have at first to judge before I can request them to bring it in. Darn her for liking square radiants! haha
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I know, it seems all radiant buyers have their work cut out for them when shopping!!! Although the images are useful, they don''t trump an expert''s eye, or several of them if Brian polled everyone for their opinions! Personally I prefer the H, but I would be guided by Brian ultimately, as his expert eyes will know best!
 
How did you know I was buying from WF by the way?
 
Date: 6/18/2008 9:51:32 AM
Author: negley
How did you know I was buying from WF by the way?
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I could tell by the images, and also if anyone mentions the name Brian around here, it is fairly safe to assume they mean Brian Gavin!
 
Will there be a noticeable difference in the stone when mounted? And if so are these differences usually more positive or negative?
 
Date: 6/18/2008 10:37:56 AM
Author: negley
Will there be a noticeable difference in the stone when mounted? And if so are these differences usually more positive or negative?
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To the best of my knowledge not usually with light return, setting can improve apparent colour in some cases. If you prefer the other diamond, then ask Brian which one would be best. Although we have the images which are very useful, they won''t replace an expert eye, so let Brian steer you in the right direction.
 
I definitely think you should go with the H. The G looks pretty poorly cut, even though the table and depth numbers don''t say reflect it. That''s why it''s always a good idea to see pics and images. The H should be a pretty sparkly diamond when set, but I don''t know if I can say the same about the G.
 
I know you are not an expert, but what is your opinion on the approx. 3400 price tag for the H? I think I''ve seen a lot of poorly cut worse color worse clarity for the same and more. Especially in local stores.
 
That sounds about right.
 
I just went through the square radiant buying process...man what a tough thing to do so I commend you!

I like the second one as well for the same reasons, seems like lots of dark spots in that first one. Only thing I'd really ask about is the color. H could look a little yellow but then again could be totally fine so see if its an H closer to a G or closer to an I.....what degree of an H it is... Also I concerned myself so much with cut and eventually went with one that didn't have the exact cut parameters but was a good cut diamond. I worked with WF and I'm sure they'll get you a great diamond.

best of luck.

here's the radiant i went with if you wanna compare.

https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/well-ive-finally-decided-on-a-radiant.86445/
 
Date: 6/18/2008 2:53:01 PM
Author: negley
I know you are not an expert, but what is your opinion on the approx. 3400 price tag for the H? I think I''ve seen a lot of poorly cut worse color worse clarity for the same and more. Especially in local stores.
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The price is fine, no worries, also you will typically find brick and mortar jewellers will be more expensive than online vendors.
 
I have now been shown the X-factor stone. I really like the look of it. But I have no idea how to judge the quality of it or what it''s worth. Besides that, if I took it to get independently appraised, would they even do it or know how to? I am really confused as to what to do now. Any knowledge or opinions would be great!
 
Date: 6/18/2008 9:21:56 PM
Author: negley
I have now been shown the X-factor stone. I really like the look of it. But I have no idea how to judge the quality of it or what it's worth. Besides that, if I took it to get independently appraised, would they even do it or know how to? I am really confused as to what to do now. Any knowledge or opinions would be great!
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I think an X-factor would be an excellent choice.

Why would an appraiser not appraise an x-factor? You can send it to an appraiser who is familiar with X-factors.

Post one that you're considering!
 
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