Driving myself nuts...

Brad208 · Dec 21, 2019

Hey all,

Been studying so much and I still feel like I'm no closer to finding the perfect stone. These are the criteria I've been using:

Color: D-F
Depth: 60-70
Excellent polish and symmetry
Clarity: VVS2 and up
Ratio: 1.45-1.6
Table: 60-70, but lower than depth
Girdle: very thin to slightly thick

I found one recently with the below info from GIA and I'm wondering if I can finally pull the trigger on it? At around 8K, is there any reason I shouldn't buy this diamond?

Thank you!
Brad

Snowdrop13 · Dec 22, 2019

Do you have any photos or a video? I’m no expert on emerald cuts but I do know you can’t tell everything just from the certificate.

headlight · Dec 22, 2019

You need to be attracted to the shape. Avoid pavilion bulge. If cut corners, make sure they are similar in length. High clarity important for emerald cuts but IF extremely overkill by car unless you just want that because it is IF. I definitely agree with your high color choice as color is more visible in ECs. D is not necessary unless you want to know you have a D... E would be fine.

Brad208 · Dec 22, 2019

Thank you both for the prompt replies. I do like the shape (as does she). Should I be asking for that other thing? The ASET or something? That's the only thing I'm completely unfamiliar with. Here are some pictures as well.

tyty333 · Dec 22, 2019

Yes, ask for an ASET image. Put the stone on hold and provide the link so we can see the stone moving.

Is $8k your budget? I'll look around some.

Edit

That stone you are looking at is around $6k. I thought $8k sounded a little high. It looks like a nice stone.

Hmmm...didnt find much other JA. Only this one. Looks like it has 2 steps lighting up at the same time

loose diamonds, emerald cut, 1.23 carat e color vvs1 clarity sku 7040991

7040991 - This Emerald Cut 1.23 Carat E Color VVS1 Clarity has a diamond grading report from GIA

www.jamesallen.com

Brad208 · Dec 22, 2019

Meaning the stone I asked about should be closer to $6K? That one you posted looks awesome. Should I get the ASET for both and post? I don't know what to look for in an ASET. Also, can you explain what you mean by the two steps lighting? Is that good or bad? Here's the link to the diamond I was viewing:

loose diamonds, emerald cut, 1.06 carat f color if clarity sku 6399722

6399722 - This Emerald Cut 1.06 Carat F Color IF Clarity has a diamond grading report from GIA

www.jamesallen.com

Thanks for all your help!
Brad

diamondsR4eVR · Dec 22, 2019

I have no real expert advice. I just wanted to say I love emeralds. GL on fining your stone.

whitewave · Dec 22, 2019

I suggest you email David at Diamonds by Lauren. He is great with fancy shapes.

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Plus, you get the benefit that he will see the stone and can tell you about it.

princessandthepear · Dec 22, 2019

@Matthews1127, @OoohShiny could you offer some suggestions and advice for someone searching for an emerald cut?

tyty333 · Dec 22, 2019

Brad208 said:
Meaning the stone I asked about should be closer to $6K? That one you posted looks awesome. Should I get the ASET for both and post? I don't know what to look for in an ASET. Also, can you explain what you mean by the two steps lighting? Is that good or bad? Here's the link to the diamond I was viewing:

loose diamonds, emerald cut, 1.06 carat f color if clarity sku 6399722

6399722 - This Emerald Cut 1.06 Carat F Color IF Clarity has a diamond grading report from GIA

www.jamesallen.com

Thanks for all your help!
Brad

Are you looking at Canadian dollar? This is showing up as $6160 in U.S. dollars for me.
You need to put it on hold. Put the other one on hold too and ask for the ASET at the same time.

What I mean by two steps lighting up at once means that it looks like one big step instead of two separate smaller steps. Usually dont want
this to happen.

I also found this one which has lower clarity but I'm pretty sure would be eye-clean. Its showing up as $3530.

loose diamonds, emerald cut, 1.04 carat f color vs1 clarity sku 8108912

8108912 - This Emerald Cut 1.04 Carat F Color VS1 Clarity has a diamond grading report from GIA

www.jamesallen.com

I still really like the stone you picked though.

OoohShiny · Dec 22, 2019

princessandthepear said:
@Matthews1127, @OoohShiny could you offer some suggestions and advice for someone searching for an emerald cut?

I've had a busy weekend and will be busy for a couple of days, but I should be able to have a look around perhaps Xmas Eve or Xmas Day, when I will need to get some head-space and escape the family

lol

OoohShiny · Dec 24, 2019

A few that caught my non-expert eye on JA within a USD6.5k budget

Maybe too much dark contrast but might be the camera being too close.

OoohShiny · Dec 24, 2019

loose diamonds, emerald cut, 1.02 carat d color vvs2 clarity sku 7354919

7354919 - This Emerald Cut 1.02 Carat D Color VVS2 Clarity has a diamond grading report from GIA

www.jamesallen.com

loose diamonds, emerald cut, 1.02 carat d color vvs1 clarity sku 3736184

3736184 - This Emerald Cut 1.02 Carat D Color VVS1 Clarity has a diamond grading report from GIA

www.jamesallen.com

This is something a bit different - perhaps something that @AV_ would like!

1.02 Carat emerald diamond

This emerald cut 1.02 carat E color vvs2 clarity has a diamond grading report from GIA

www.jamesallen.com

I can't work out if this is a bit low-contrast or has amazing Hall of Mirrors effect:

AV_ · Dec 25, 2019

In theory I prefer VS grades, but can overlook the inconvenient premium for higher clarity for the sake of a particularly beautiful cut which seems to be the case!