Down to 2. Please advise...

[Close2Decision]

After seemingly months of tracking down stones/research I have it down to just 2 stones. Here are the stats:

Diamond #1
Shape: Round Brilliant
Measurements: 6.2 - 6.27 x 3.73 mm
Weight: .90
Depth: 59.8%
Table: 57%
Girdle: Thin to Slightly Think, Faceted
Polish: Very Good
Symmetry: Good
Clarity Grade: VS2
Color Grade: E
Flouresence: None
TCI - .3

Diamond #2
Shape: Round Brilliant
Measurements: 6.17 - 6.22 x 3.75 mm
Weight: .86
Depth: 60.5%
Table: 57%
Girdle: Thin to Medium, Faceted
Polish: Excellent
Symmetry: Excellent
Clarity Grade: VS2
Color Grade: E
Flouresence: None
TCI - .7

I am a little concerned with marking on the certification of Diamond #1. There are several crystal markings around the outside portion of the diamond (approx 9). There are also markings for "Indented Natural" and "Extra Facet". Should I not be worried since it is a VS2? The certification also does not include clouds. The only reason I am concerned is because the two graphics on each of these certificates look so different. Am I worrying about things that are almost impossible to detect? I wasn't sure if it was appropriate to attach the cert.

I do like both stones very much but due to my inexperience in this area feel as though I should get some other opinions. This is a pretty large decision

Thanks for your help in advance,
-Brian

 

[lawmax]

My vote is for #2

 

[Close2Decision]

I should also state that diamond #2 is $500 dollars more. So are the differences greater than that amount?

 

[moediamond]

Sorry for your dilemma,
One thing I noticed is that the plot diagrams sometimes hurt the outcome of the diamond.
I'd say drop #1 only because you'll probably think about the 9 crystals and extra facet for a very long time.
Have you seen these diamonds in person?
The second diamond is being sold for $500 more because dealers who have access to the GIA database cannot find this stone listed, thereby ending all competition for this stone.

 

[me-hmmm]

Interesting. I've seen before that some stones have extra facets. How much should this discount the stone, or is it captured in clarity rating adequately?