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[tyty333]

Ask DBL to do a video of the stone so we can see how the steps are working.

I could not get the video of the GOG stone to come up...is it working for others? If there is not a video available ask GOG for a video of the stone.

*I would not buy an EC without seeing how the facets light up (video)...to me, thats one of the most important things about an EC.

 

[OFY]

Ask DBL to do a video of the stone so we can see how the steps are working.

I could not get the video of the GOG stone to come up...is it working for others? If there is not a video available ask GOG for a video of the stone.

*I would not buy an EC without seeing how the facets light up (video)...to me, thats one of the most important things about an EC.

I've almost never been able to get good old videos to work, only a few have ever worked and none in the past few months

 

[DMDSR4EVER]

Here is a diamond I found on JA today. It's a J in color but looks from in my eyes it could pass for a I color. What are your thoughts on this diamond?

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.30-carat-j-color-vs2-clarity-sku-3652139

 

[BlingDreams]

Here is a diamond I found on JA today. It's a J in color but looks from in my eyes it could pass for a I color. What are your thoughts on this diamond?

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.30-carat-j-color-vs2-clarity-sku-3652139

For me it would be a pass. I don't like how many facets (N/S/E and W) are black and unmoving/untwinkling at the same time. Having a slight pause like that is fine but it seemed to last for a while.


*Did you inquire about videos for the other ones??

 

[DMDSR4EVER]

@ILikeShiny[/USER] I see your point. There is not much happening in facets. How about this one for JA as well. The ASET image is above.

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/1.75-carat-i-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-3632704

 

[BlingDreams]

@ILikeShiny I see your point. There is not much happening in facets. How about this one for JA as well:

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/1.75-carat-i-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-3632704

Way too much bowtie for my taste.


Did you ask about videos for the JBG and GOG emerald cuts??

 

[DMDSR4EVER]

Yes, they will be sending me images/videos today. I will speaking with Karl at DBL this afternoon.

I will upload images once I receive them.

 

[DMDSR4EVER]

Btw, what is a bowtie and where do you see that on this diamond?

 

[MarionC]

This talk of 2 carats. I never go by carats any more, but by mm.
You can have a 2 carat that is smaller than, for instance, a 1.85.

 

[BlingDreams]

Btw, what is a bowtie and where do you see that on this diamond?

Do you see it now? It’s phenomenon specific to fancy cut diamonds. Some are barely noticeable while others are very prominent. People have a varying levels of tolerance for them, so you need to figure out what yours is. For me, I like very little bowtie.

 

[DMDSR4EVER]

@ILikeShiny thanks for pointing g that out. The picture of the bow tie was really helpful. I didn't notice the pattern prior to you bringing it up, but now I see it and I'm not a fan either. Thanks for the explanation.

 

[DMDSR4EVER]

Here are 4 potential finds. I would love your opinions on these, especially on the cut, color an ASET images.

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.02-carat-j-color-vs1-clarity-sku-3728613




https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.01-carat-j-color-vs1-clarity-sku-372866



https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.30-carat-j-color-vs2-clarity-sku-3652139



https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.03-carat-j-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-3138407

 

[motownmama]

Please also call ID Jewelry in NYC. Identify yourself as a pricescope member. See what they can find that’s close to your criteria. I have a hunch that she really wants to hit the 2ctw. IDK if I’m right, but personally I’d go down in color first, clarity second ....... Just me.

 

[DMDSR4EVER]

This talk of 2 carats. I never go by carats any more, but by mm.
You can have a 2 carat that is smaller than, for instance, a 1.85.

If I got a dollar for each time I have had that conversation with my future wife, I would be able to afford a 2 carat D/IF by now and wouldn't be asking for help. I think I have convinced her to meet me a quarter ways. She is open to going down a little(+1.75 carats) for a higher color/clarity.

 

[DMDSR4EVER]

@ILikeShiny here is a link to a video from DBL on a diamond they selected for me to view:

2.05 carat
j vs2
Table: 61
Depth: 67.6
Ratio :1.353
Size in mm: 8.35x6.17x4.17

 

[BlingDreams]

@ILikeShiny here is a link to a video from DBL on a diamond they selected for me to view:

Okay (again, just my opinion), I'm not that impressed with the DBL stone. It's just not making me giddy when I look at it.

Of the four from JA you shared, without question this one is my favorite - https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.02-carat-j-color-vs1-clarity-sku-3728613. Great balance of colors, faceting, and minimal bowtie.

But I REALLY want to see a video of the one from GOG. Will they be sending one?

And yes, reach out to IDJ too!

 

[DMDSR4EVER]

GOG has not found a diamond for me yet. They are working on it. Hopefully, I'll hear back from them tomorrow. I'll upload images if I can.

@ILikeShiny what about this diamond from JA did you like most?

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.02-carat-j-color-vs1-clarity-sku-3728613

I personally liked this one because of the way the facets light up on the video.

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.03-carat-j-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-3138407

 

[OoohShiny]

Okay (again, just my opinion), I'm not that impressed with the DBL stone. It's just not making me giddy when I look at it.

Of the four from JA you shared, without question this one is my favorite - https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.02-carat-j-color-vs1-clarity-sku-3728613. Great balance of colors, faceting, and minimal bowtie.

I agree re: the DBL stone.

re: that JA one, I was thinking that there's perhaps not as much contrast in the middle section as there could be?

I think it's personal taste to a certain extent, though - for example, I like the thinner faceting effects on this one (and ones like it):
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.30-carat-j-color-vs2-clarity-sku-3652139
rather than the fatter faceting of this one:
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.03-carat-j-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-3138407

 

[BlingDreams]

I agree re: the DBL stone.

re: that JA one, I was thinking that there's perhaps not as much contrast in the middle section as there could be?

I think it's personal taste to a certain extent, though - for example, I like the thinner faceting effects on this one (and ones like it):
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.30-carat-j-color-vs2-clarity-sku-3652139
rather than the fatter faceting of this one:
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.03-carat-j-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-3138407

I went back to look at the 2.02 stone and totally see what you’re saying. And I agree. I missed that the first time. I was looking for absence of bow tie and neglected to take in to account absence of any contrast.

@DMDSR4EVER - I’m changing my vote. Like @OoohShiny, I like 2.30 the best for the reason he gave. The thinner facets allows more play of light and interest compared to the 2.03 stone. Plus the 2.03 has a section towards the center that goes black at the same time.


2.03 diamond. See all the facets that are “off” at the same time?

Versus the 2.30...


And when I asked for the GOG video, I was referring to the J diamond you’d posted from them on page 1. Are they not able to get you a video for that one?

 

[MaisOuiMadame]

Do you see it now? It’s phenomenon specific to fancy cut diamonds. Some are barely noticeable while others are very prominent. People have a varying levels of tolerance for them, so you need to figure out what yours is. For me, I like very little bowtie.

This made my day

 

[BlingDreams]

This made my day

Thanks. Seemed like the easiest way to explain it

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I like the 2.3 J VS2 at James Allen. It has a thick girdle and doesn't face up a huge amount larger than some of the others, but there's something mentally appealing about the higher weight.

 

[DMDSR4EVER]

I went back to look at the 2.02 stone and totally see what you’re saying. And I agree. I missed that the first time. I was looking for absence of bow tie and neglected to take in to account absence of any contrast.

@DMDSR4EVER - I’m changing my vote. Like @OoohShiny, I like 2.30 the best for the reason he gave. The thinner facets allows more play of light and interest compared to the 2.03 stone. Plus the 2.03 has a section towards the center that goes black at the same time.


2.03 diamond. See all the facets that are “off” at the same time?

Versus the 2.30...


And when I asked for the GOG video, I was referring to the J diamond you’d posted from them on page 1. Are they not able to get you a video for that one?

They are having technical issues with the video feature on their website. I will repost the link once they fix it. I am anxiously waiting to see it too.

 

[DMDSR4EVER]

I just this one on JA. It's shorter and wider than what my girlfriend prefers but I like the cut on it. Also, there's a big inclusion listed on the cert. To me it's barely visible even from the magnified video. Is it noticeable to you?

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.26-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-sku-3656793

 

[diamondseeker2006]

GOG may not have that stone in-house. It says "on memo", which I think means they don't own the stone. That's why it has a 10 day return period and no upgrade policy. And probably why they don't have a video. They might have to get the stone in to do that. Or did they tell you they have it in-house?

I still like the 2.3 better. I like the proportions better and it is very slightly larger. With either stone, you are going to need to propose within the return period in case she doesn't like J color.

I just this one on JA. It's shorter and wider than what my girlfriend prefers but I like the cut on it. Also, there's a big inclusion listed on the cert. To me it's barely visible even from the magnified video. Is it noticeable to you?

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.26-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-sku-3656793

That one is going to be visibly smaller. Don't do it. You already have a great first and second choice.

 

[BlingDreams]

I just this one on JA. It's shorter and wider than what my girlfriend prefers but I like the cut on it. Also, there's a big inclusion listed on the cert. To me it's barely visible even from the magnified video. Is it noticeable to you?

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.26-carat-j-color-si1-clarity-sku-3656793

Again, it’s not about you. It’s about her desires.

The 2.3 is the best choice. I hope you’re the one who has it on hold.

 

[SimoneDi]

+ 1 more vote for the 2.3ct J VS2 - it is a pretty emerald cut!

 

[DMDSR4EVER]

Again, it’s not about you. It’s about her desires.

The 2.3 is the best choice. I hope you’re the one who has it on hold.

I do.

 

[DMDSR4EVER]

GOG may not have that stone in-house. It says "on memo", which I think means they don't own the stone. That's why it has a 10 day return period and no upgrade policy. And probably why they don't have a video. They might have to get the stone in to do that. Or did they tell you they have it in-house?

I still like the 2.3 better. I like the proportions better and it is very slightly larger. With either stone, you are going to need to propose within the return period in case she doesn't like J color.



That one is going to be visibly smaller. Don't do it. You already have a great first and second choice.

GOG is bringing in the diamond tomorrow. I will post images once I receive them.

 

[DMDSR4EVER]

The JA 2.3 carat is the front runner. I just found this one on JA. It has similar proportions but a I color. It has a bow tie effect but I like how the facets line up symmetrically. Thoughts?

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/2.01-carat-i-color-vs2-clarity-sku-3091818