Advice on choosing the right diamond :)

[zermir]

Hello!

I am in the search of a diamond for a ring (proposal).

The price is the limiting factor (~4,200 USD). Prioritizing 1) sparkle (I´m guessing good fire/brilliance). 2) Color and size

Bellow are four candidates based on my current (novice) knowledge of diamonds, they are all around the same price class. Which would you recommend? Diamond number 4 looks "cleaner" somehow on the video, unsure why.

Any advice are welcome! Thank you for helping me out!

Diamond 1:
https://loupe360.com/diamond/5d1e40b6-c894-5427-8759-0855e84fc0fb/video/500/500/autoplay

Stats

Carat:	0.75
Depth:	62.5
Table:	57.0
Crown:	35.5

Pavilion:	40.8
Hearts&Arrows	Yes
Measurements:	5.75x5.79x3.6

Cut Advisor Score 2.3
Factor Grade Light Return: Very Good Fire: Very Good Scintillation: Very Good Spread: Very Good HCA Score : 2.3 - Very Good - Worth buying if the price is right

Diamond 2
https://loupe360.com/diamond/5bc464b8-75ee-5724-86f9-c457178b771b/video/500/500/autoplay

Stats

Carat:	0.70
Depth:	59.5
Table:	58
Crown:	31.5

Pavilion:	41.0
Hearts&Arrows	Yes
Measurements:	5.78x5.8x3.45

Cut Advisor Score 0.7

Factor Grade Light Return: Excellent Fire: Excellent Scintillation: Excellent Spread: Excellent HCA Score : 0.7 - Excellent - within BIC range Diamond 3 https://loupe360.com/diamond/8fa6e16d-94d8-5697-8085-87c7b86c8ce3/video/500/500/autoplay Stats Carat: 0.74 Depth: 60.7 Table: 57.0 Crown: 33.5 Pavilion: 40.8 Hearts&Arrows Yes Measurements: 5.82x5.87x3.55 Cut Advisor Score 0.8 Factor Grade Light Return: Excellent Fire: Excellent Scintillation: Excellent Spread: Very Good HCA Score : 0.8 - Excellent - within TIC range Diamond 4 https://loupe360.com/diamond/35a1f4cf-e3b4-587b-bee9-1d0b88ded6fe/video/500/500/autoplay Stats Carat: 0.70 Depth: 62.2 Table: 56 Crown: 34.5 Pavilion: 40.8 Hearts&Arrows Yes Measurements: 5.66x5.68x3.52 Cut Advisor Score 1.1 Factor Grade Light Return: Excellent Fire: Excellent Scintillation: Excellent Spread: Very Good HCA Score : 1.1 - Excellent - within TIC range

 

[MissGotRocks]

Where are these diamonds from? Are they GIA graded?

 

[zermir]

Yes. VANBRUUN is the retailer.

Diamond 1: https://www.gia.edu/report-check?reportno=1485075853
Diamond 2: https://www.gia.edu/report-check?reportno=1487433480
Diamond 3: https://www.gia.edu/report-check?reportno=6481297583
Diamond 4: https://www.gia.edu/report-check?reportno=2484407088

 

[DejaWiz]

Hello and welcome to PriceScope, zermir!
Loving the overall proportions, angles, and looks of the last one.

 

[MMtwo]

Does your budget include the stone and ring? Are you okay with a solitaire, or is there another design she wants?

Are you in the USA?

and I agree, number 4 is quite lovely.

 

[lovedogs]

I like the first and last ones best of these choices. Is there a reason for VVS clarity? In a sub 1ct stone VVS will look identical to VS

 

[MMtwo]

Diamond | 0.803 ct H VVS2 A CUT ABOVE® Hearts and Arrows Super Ideal Round Cut Loose Diamond AGS Certified | 3872127

This Whiteflash A CUT ABOVE® super ideal cut hearts and arrows 0.803 carat H color VVS2 clarity loose diamond is graded by the American Gem Society (AGS) Laboratories. | 3872127

www.whiteflash.com

Diamond | 0.803 ct H VVS2 A CUT ABOVE® Hearts and Arrows Super Ideal Round Cut Loose Diamond AGS Certified | 3872127

This Whiteflash A CUT ABOVE® super ideal cut hearts and arrows 0.803 carat H color VVS2 clarity loose diamond is graded by the American Gem Society (AGS) Laboratories. | 3872127

www.whiteflash.com

Check these out too

 

[zermir]

I like the first and last ones best of these choices. Is there a reason for VVS clarity? In a sub 1ct stone VVS will look identical to VS

I did not know this. Thank you for the advice! Will include VS1 and VS2 in the search

 

[zermir]

Diamond | 0.803 ct H VVS2 A CUT ABOVE® Hearts and Arrows Super Ideal Round Cut Loose Diamond AGS Certified | 3872127

This Whiteflash A CUT ABOVE® super ideal cut hearts and arrows 0.803 carat H color VVS2 clarity loose diamond is graded by the American Gem Society (AGS) Laboratories. | 3872127

www.whiteflash.com

Diamond | 0.803 ct H VVS2 A CUT ABOVE® Hearts and Arrows Super Ideal Round Cut Loose Diamond AGS Certified | 3872127

This Whiteflash A CUT ABOVE® super ideal cut hearts and arrows 0.803 carat H color VVS2 clarity loose diamond is graded by the American Gem Society (AGS) Laboratories. | 3872127

www.whiteflash.com

Check these out too

They look beautiful! I live in Sweden, it feels more comfortable ordering within EU due to the added taxes/import duty and if (for whatever reason) I need to get into contact with the vendor. I really appreciate the suggestions. Do you know of a similar website that is EU based?

There are no "official" design preferences, but I think solitaire is perfect. My budget is for the stone only, then probably another 800k for the metal

 

[DejaWiz]

They look beautiful! I live in Sweden, it feels more comfortable ordering within EU due to the added taxes/import duty and if (for whatever reason) I need to get into contact with the vendor. I really appreciate the suggestions. Do you know of a similar website that is EU based?

There are no "official" design preferences, but I think solitaire is perfect. My budget is for the stone only, then probably another 800k for the metal

Here, please have a look at this WF ACA diamond: it's a vetted and validated guaranteed super ideal cut diamond with the MUCH stricter AGS Triple Zero criteria coupled with the even more stricter ACA qualifications - we can promise that it will likely be the most beautiful, highest performing diamond that you've ever set your eyes on.
If it would be in your budget to ship it internationally, then it will be worth every penny.
...you may even qualify for new customer $100 discount, if applicable (you'll need to contact WF and ask).

Diamond | 0.817 ct E VS1 A CUT ABOVE® Hearts and Arrows Super Ideal Round Cut Loose Diamond AGS Certified | 4535599

This Whiteflash A CUT ABOVE® super ideal cut hearts and arrows 0.817 carat E color VS1 clarity loose diamond is graded by the American Gem Society (AGS) Laboratories. | 4535599

www.whiteflash.com

 

[lovedogs]

I'd try getting in touch with WF. They are among the best vendors and do business overseas regularly

 

[MissGotRocks]

I would definitely reach out to Whiteflash. They are highly regarded here and do much international business. They can explain all of the ins and outs of shipping to you. Definitely worth the call - that E, VS1 diamond is a true beauty!

 

[maryjane04]

It might be the same in the EU as it is in AUS. I would only buy jewellery from the US as even with the conversion rates, and import taxes etc you're still getting a better deal than what you can get locally.

 

[MMtwo]

Here, please have a look at this WF ACA diamond: it's a vetted and validated guaranteed super ideal cut diamond with the MUCH stricter AGS Triple Zero criteria coupled with the even more stricter ACA qualifications - we can promise that it will likely be the most beautiful, highest performing diamond that you've ever set your eyes on.
If it would be in your budget to ship it internationally, then it will be worth every penny.
...you may even qualify for new customer $100 discount, if applicable (you'll need to contact WF and ask).

Diamond | 0.817 ct E VS1 A CUT ABOVE® Hearts and Arrows Super Ideal Round Cut Loose Diamond AGS Certified | 4535599

This Whiteflash A CUT ABOVE® super ideal cut hearts and arrows 0.817 carat E color VS1 clarity loose diamond is graded by the American Gem Society (AGS) Laboratories. | 4535599

www.whiteflash.com

Ohhh, @DejaWiz, that E is a great find.

 

[Dreamer_D]

I understand why you prefer to buy locally. Importing is its own stressful experience.

It looks like you have some nice options!