Advice on Setting/Diamond Combo Art Deco / BGB 1.094 J VS2

[jngreenlee]

Looking at this setting and ring combo for an engagement ring. The setting only allows a 1.1 ct stone, otherwise I think I'd buy a cheaper per-ct but larger stone. Any thoughts? The setting is def her style and she's fine with the size (but I'd rather wow her!).

Setting:
http://antiqueengagementrings.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=2360

Diamond:
http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamonds/diamond-details/1.094-j-vs2-round-diamond-ags-104054185015

$7600
Shape: Round
Report: AGS
Carat: 1.094
Color: J
Clarity: VS2
Measurements: 6.63 x 6.64 x 4.07
Lab Cut Grade: Ideal
Light Performance: Ideal
Polish: Ideal
Symmetry: Ideal
Table %: 56.9
Depth %: 61.5
Crown %: 15.1
Crown Angle: 34.9
Star %: 54.0
Pav Angle: 40.9
Pavillion %: 43.3
Lower Girdle %: 77.0
Culet: Pointed
Fluorescence: Negligible
Girdle Min-Max %: 1.2 - 3.3
Girdle: Thin To Medium Faceted

Any tips?

 

[jngreenlee]

Re: Advice on Setting/Diamond Combo Art Deco / BGB 1.094 J V

Here's a 1.27 stone from BG and WF for a little less:
http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamonds/diamond-details/1.270-j-si1-round-diamond-gia-33113312

And it -just-fits the setting, which has max 7mm. What do you think PSers? Is this a good deal if my SO loves the setting...or go big?

 

[marymm]

Re: Advice on Setting/Diamond Combo Art Deco / BGB 1.094 J V

Here's a 1.27 stone from BG and WF for a little less:
http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamonds/diamond-details/1.270-j-si1-round-diamond-gia-33113312

And it -just-fits the setting, which has max 7mm. What do you think PSers? Is this a good deal if my SO loves the setting...or go big?

If it were me, and I could afford the BGD AGSO stone, that's the far better choice in terms of ideal cut quality and stone performance. Does it fit the setting your SO prefers?

The virtual inventory stone linked above (1.27ct J-SI1) has an AGA 1B score and HCA score of 4.0 - in my mind it's performance will not compare with the BDG AGSO you're considering, but perhaps it is worth your while to have Brian call it in and give you his opinion.

 

[farmer gal]

Re: Advice on Setting/Diamond Combo Art Deco / BGB 1.094 J V

Here is one from WF you would have to call to get the pricescope discount, I would place it on hold if you are interested

http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2531891.htm

 

[ihy138]

Re: Advice on Setting/Diamond Combo Art Deco / BGB 1.094 J V

Here is one from WF you would have to call to get the pricescope discount, I would place it on hold if you are interested

http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2531891.htm

I like this stone a lot! I would go for this one over the 1 carat, IMO.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Re: Advice on Setting/Diamond Combo Art Deco / BGB 1.094 J V

Yes, this one for sure!

http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2531891.htm

Not too sure about the quality of the setting, though. There are probably better choices.