AsscherExplorer
Rough_Rock
- Joined
- Apr 18, 2003
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I am considering purchasing an antique ring containing an Asscher diamond with the following specs:
1.68 ct, F color, VS1 clarity
6.54 x 6.04 x 4.99
82.6% depth
54% table
Girdle- thin to slightly thick
cutlet- medium
Polish- Good
Symmetry- good.
The diamond is part of an unusual ring which I really like. My main concern is that the cut of the diamond is too deep. I know that old Asscher''s were often cut deeper than modern, brilliant cuts, but I''m concerned that this diamond is cut too deep and will sacrifice brilliance. (I know the deep cut will also sacrifice surface area but I''m less concerned about that).
As an alternative, I could purchase a new diamond cut in the Asscher style and have a jeweler design a similar setting. My concern here is whether the newly cut asscher style diamond will be as high a quality cut as the antique.
(I''m not willing to pay the premium for a Royal Asscher.)
I would greatly appreciate hearing any thoughts on my dilemma. Many thanks in advance.
1.68 ct, F color, VS1 clarity
6.54 x 6.04 x 4.99
82.6% depth
54% table
Girdle- thin to slightly thick
cutlet- medium
Polish- Good
Symmetry- good.
The diamond is part of an unusual ring which I really like. My main concern is that the cut of the diamond is too deep. I know that old Asscher''s were often cut deeper than modern, brilliant cuts, but I''m concerned that this diamond is cut too deep and will sacrifice brilliance. (I know the deep cut will also sacrifice surface area but I''m less concerned about that).
As an alternative, I could purchase a new diamond cut in the Asscher style and have a jeweler design a similar setting. My concern here is whether the newly cut asscher style diamond will be as high a quality cut as the antique.
(I''m not willing to pay the premium for a Royal Asscher.)
I would greatly appreciate hearing any thoughts on my dilemma. Many thanks in advance.