Candidate number 1 - opinions please:

[IceExplorer]

S O R R Y - I couldn't get it all in one post



So, I've been reading diligently and gathering information to help me make a more informed decision.
I decided I was comfortable with purchasing online.
I've reviewed each vendors policies and I've narrowed down my search criteria.

Here goes attempt number: 1

HCA Score: 1.1
Cut: Round - H&A
Carat: 1.215
Color: F
Clarity: SI1
Dimension: 6.84 6.89 4.21
Cert: AGS
Depth: 61.2%
Table: 56.5%
Polish: Ideal
Symmetry: Ideal
Girdle: med (1.3%) to slightly thick (1.9%)
Culet: None
Fluorescence: Negligible
Measurements: 6.84*6.89*4.21

Crown Angle: 34.2°
Crown %: 14.90
Pavilion Angle: 40.8°
Pavilion %: 43.00

 

[IceExplorer]

ASET

 

[IceExplorer]

Hearts

 

[IceExplorer]

IdealScope

 

[IceExplorer]

SARIN

 

[jet2ks]

Looks great!

 

[IceExplorer]

Great!

How noticeable will that cloud be?
It seems to cover a significant area of the top.

 

[jet2ks]

Have to ask the vendor. Depends not only on the size, but also on the density of the pinpoints making up the cloud.

 

[stone-cold11]

Looks good and don''t worry, you cannot put everything in a post unless the pics have already been previously loaded onto PS.

 

[IceExplorer]

CERT
THANK YOU MODERATOR OF ACTING SO QUICK

 

[tyty333]

It looks to be a beautiful stone.

 

[yssie]

Beautiful!!

 

[Bella_mezzo]

very nice!

 

[IceExplorer]

Anyone else?

Does anyone have comments, concerns or thoughts about the clouds? Will they affect the performance in any way?

 

[yssie]

Date: 1/23/2010 1:38:09 PM
Author: IceExplorer
Anyone else?

Does anyone have comments, concerns or thoughts about the clouds? Will they affect the performance in any way?

Ask Brian or Lesley to take a look at the stone. They will tell you if there will be a problem, or if they are hurting performance.

 

[IceExplorer]

Brian looked and said it''s looks gorgeous and it''s an excellent SI1.
Lesley also said she has a young employee with "laser vision and she can''t see any inclusions"

This might be the one!!! (If not I still have lots of time to shop)

I''ll find out tomorrow. I''m meeting with an appraiser to review it.

Oh, I also solicited the help of my GF''s best friend...hahaha

You guys have been excellent! Thanks again for all the help.

I''ve had friends of mine tell me their most stressful purchase was the engagement ring. I can honestly say I''m having a lot of fun with it.

 

[stone-cold11]

Good luck.

 

[IceExplorer]

Thanks everyone who contributed to my search.

I met with the appraiser today and was very thrilled with the results of this diamond. In fact, I was thrilled with all aspects of meeting with the appraiser. He allowed me to sit with him and walked me through the process of appraisal. He introduced me to all of his tools and explained what they were used for, then allowed me to try them. He provided a very refreshing perspective.

Looking back, I wish I would have met a 3rd party appraiser BEFORE I began the physical search. Coming to Pricescope.com provided me with some fantastic theoretical information. The appraiser help me pull it all together with a live specimen.

You guys have been FANTASTIC!!! Thanks again for all the information you''ve provided!

Now I need help with settings!

Can someone recommend a site that offers views of just the head (the part that hold the diamond)?