Eighternity vs. H&A

[Kinger]

What are people''s preferences between these super ideal cuts?

 

[codex57]

be easier to do a poll. Not everyone will post a response but they might click on a choice in a poll.

My choice: H&A.

 

[Rhino]

Date: 3/11/2005 6:38:51 PM
Author:Kinger
What are people''s preferences between these super ideal cuts?

For people who have actually seen and compared the 2 side by side it''s a pretty even split. They are easily *as beautiful* as H&A''s however the owners of them will tell you they are more beautiful than H&A''s. Since beauty is subjective we recommend viewing both and drawing your own conclusion. They exhibit superior optical symmetry combined with top notch light performance which makes for a winning combination every time. You can do a "virtual comparison" online by loading each cut in the free GemAdvisor software, hitting play and watching the 2 side by side as they rock before you on the screen. If you''d like further instructions on how to do this let me know and I''ll do what I can to help.

Regards,

 

[tomswife2007]

I have to agree with Rhino...I just got engaged and my boyfriend bought me an Eighternity diamond. He looked at H&A for months...even spoke to reps from Whiteflash a few times (who by the way were very nice he said). But then one day we went to a local jeweler who is one of few in the US that carries the Eighternity diamonds and that was it for him! Of course I did not have a clue about what he was looking at, leaning towards, or when he was going to propose. But I can tell you that I tried on everything from ideal cut round brilliants, to radiants, to asschers (sp.), to princess, to H&A, but my diamond (strictly my opinion) has it all over all of them. Of course everyone''s tastes are different...so as Rhino said, look at them all. Do not deprive yourself at having a chance to see everything that is available out there. Education is very important, but I will say that cut is the key...Good luck and enjoy!

 

[sslkrissi]

Rhino,
I think that you work with Good old gold, right? I was just wondering someting. If someone comes into your store and says that they want a round diamond, do you automaticaaly show them the different types of rounds (Hearts and Arrows, Eighternity, etc)?

Just asking b/c I am hoping that my significant other will go into your store while he is in Massapequa for the holidays. He knows that I have a new found love for rounds, but I don''t think that he knows of or understands the significance of the super ideal cut rounds, like the H&A and the Eighternity.

Thanks

To answer the question asked in this topic, I think both of the cuts are fabulous. I have never seen them in person, but have seen pictures of them on goodoldgold.com. I think the hearts and arrows have a simple elegance about them that is just stunning. And for some reason, the eighternity just reminds me of a beautiful snowflake. It really is too hard to decide between the two.

 

[Rhino]

Date: 12/19/2005 10:58:43 PM
Author: tomswife2007
I have to agree with Rhino...I just got engaged and my boyfriend bought me an Eighternity diamond. He looked at H&A for months...even spoke to reps from Whiteflash a few times (who by the way were very nice he said). But then one day we went to a local jeweler who is one of few in the US that carries the Eighternity diamonds and that was it for him! Of course I did not have a clue about what he was looking at, leaning towards, or when he was going to propose. But I can tell you that I tried on everything from ideal cut round brilliants, to radiants, to asschers (sp.), to princess, to H&A, but my diamond (strictly my opinion) has it all over all of them. Of course everyone''s tastes are different...so as Rhino said, look at them all. Do not deprive yourself at having a chance to see everything that is available out there. Education is very important, but I will say that cut is the key...Good luck and enjoy!

Glad to hear of your positive experience tomswife. When I first laid eyes on them I knew it was a product we had to feature. While their brightness is awesome, I especially love how they appear in direct lighting. The amount of pin flash mixed with the broad flash is nothing short of a fireworks display eh?

 

[Rhino]

Hi ss,

In answer to your questions.

Date: 12/19/2005 11:10:20 PM
Author: sslkrissi
Rhino,
I think that you work with Good old gold, right?

Correct.

I was just wondering someting. If someone comes into your store and says that they want a round diamond, do you automaticaaly show them the different types of rounds (Hearts and Arrows, Eighternity, etc)?

Yep. Many people are well versed in the 4c''s so we''ll get a feel for how far along they are in their education. If they want to see various clarities/colors/sizes we''ll cover that but most folks who come in who''ve done their homework generally come to make cut comparisons and learn what it is that pleases their eyes most. We''ll start with a common round brilliant cut and show them comparisons with H&A''s in both a critical and pratical exam. Critical exam done with the lab equipment we employ, pratical exam is strictly with the eyes in multiple lighting environments. After a comparison of 57 facet rounds we''ll then introduce the other modified rounds unless a person expresses that they''d just like to stick to 57 facet rounds.

Just asking b/c I am hoping that my significant other will go into your store while he is in Massapequa for the holidays. He knows that I have a new found love for rounds, but I don''t think that he knows of or understands the significance of the super ideal cut rounds, like the H&A and the Eighternity.

Thanks

To answer the question asked in this topic, I think both of the cuts are fabulous. I have never seen them in person, but have seen pictures of them on goodoldgold.com. I think the hearts and arrows have a simple elegance about them that is just stunning. And for some reason, the eighternity just reminds me of a beautiful snowflake. It really is too hard to decide between the two.

When or if he does come here, he''ll know beyond a shadow of a doubt which he prefers most.

I don''t encourage any particular product as I like to let the client decide for themselves what they prefer most. I look forward to being of further help.

Kind regards,
Jonathan