Asscher (Square Emerald) SPEC Thoughts???

[leanlower0]

Im new to the forum and calling on the professionals and asscher owners for their input. I have been researching all the diamond confusion for the past couple months and will be purchasing a 1.5 - 2.0 carat asscher stone (square emerald cut not royal asscher) within the next couple weeks. I love the asscher look.

I am down to trying to make a decision on the color and clarity of the stone I purchase to get the best diamond quality and size for the price. I have already decided that I want a stone with EXCELLENT polish and EXCELLENT symmetry. I am between several stones that range from I - G and would like your opinions if your an asscher owner or professional. Im looking for a stone that does not show a yellow tint and appears white to the naked untrained eye without the cloudy look.

When it comes to the clarity, all of the potential stones im looking at are said to be eye clean (Blue Nile Signature Collection). In this area im looking between SI - VS. Based on my readings from the forum, a VVS stone is often not worth the money.

Also is the culet an important factor with asscher stones?

I appreciate everyones input and pictures from existing asscher owners if available. Thank you everyone.

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 12/2/2009 8:02:19 AM
Author:leanlower0
Im new to the forum and calling on the professionals and asscher owners for their input. I have been researching all the diamond confusion for the past couple months and will be purchasing a 1.5 - 2.0 carat asscher stone (square emerald cut not royal asscher) within the next couple weeks. I love the asscher look.

I am down to trying to make a decision on the color and clarity of the stone I purchase to get the best diamond quality and size for the price. I have already decided that I want a stone with EXCELLENT polish and EXCELLENT symmetry. I am between several stones that range from I - G and would like your opinions if your an asscher owner or professional. Im looking for a stone that does not show a yellow tint and appears white to the naked untrained eye without the cloudy look.

When it comes to the clarity, all of the potential stones im looking at are said to be eye clean (Blue Nile Signature Collection). In this area im looking between SI - VS. Based on my readings from the forum, a VVS stone is often not worth the money.

Also is the culet an important factor with asscher stones?

I appreciate everyones input and pictures from existing asscher owners if available. Thank you everyone.

Hi leanlower

Asschers can't be bought by the numbers, images are essential such as detailed clear photographs and an ASET image. Unfortunately Blue Nile do not offer images of their stones so no way to tell without whether an Asscher is well cut or not. Having said that though there are basic screening numbers you can use to eliminate those which are less likely to be well cut, here are some guidelines for you.

depth 70% or less
table 65% or less
crown height 10% and above ( a Sarin or Helium scan will be needed to get this info).

Then the rest comes down to images.

www.goodoldgold.com sometimes have lovely asschers in stock, also try www.whiteflash.com