Expert opinions

[princessk]

Would this F be a big difference from my existing I color diamond? I want to upgrade in color but not sure if this is worth the change. And if cut is any better? Thank you

 

[DejaWiz]

Hello, princessk!

Here are the videos for these two:

Loupe360

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Loupe360

loupe360.com

The F color diamond doesn't have a particularly high degree of cut precision due to the pavilion twist and leakages that I'm seeing in the video.

Can we help you find some better options to pick from?

 

[princessk]

Wow ok. That explains the pricing on the F. I’m trying to pick up on that type of thing but I just didn’t see it. So is the I better in the percentages and angles etc in the cut? Thank you

 

[Kim N]

Wow ok. That explains the pricing on the F. I’m trying to pick up on that type of thing but I just didn’t see it. So is the I better in the percentages and angles etc in the cut? Thank you

The I is more precisely cut and has more complementary proportions.

 

[0515vision]

To address your general color question, have you compared I'd and F's side by side in real life?

To some ppl, an isolated I will simply look "white." Everything depends on how color sensitive you are.

I used to see M's as F's. And then I spent a few thousand hours on PS, and now I can definitely see my G as a G and my JannPaul D's as D's, especially since I wear them simultaneously (on separate hands, though).

Did you want us to look for some D-E-F comps? And if so, what's your budget? That's a beautiful I, by the way!

 

[princessk]

To address your general color question, have you compared I'd and F's side by side in real life?

To some ppl, an isolated I will simply look "white." Everything depends on how color sensitive you are.

I used to see M's as F's. And then I spent a few thousand hours on PS, and now I can definitely see my G as a G and my JannPaul D's as D's, especially since I wear them simultaneously (on separate hands, though).

Did you want us to look for some D-E-F comps? And if so, what's your budget? That's a beautiful I, by the way!

Thank you. Yes I purchased it a couple years ago when labs were way pricier. So I’m kind of getting the itch to go up in color. Would love a stone around same size with great specs under $5000. Thanks

 

[0515vision]

@Kim N and @DejaWiz will be able to check my homework here. But I think my circled areas are pavilion twist. Also, the arrows don't even show up en face.

For the right angles, PS has a nice chart in the education section. Offhand, crown angles 34-35 and pavilion angles 40.6-40.9 are a good way to start. There are optimal table and depth numbers, but my head can't keep them all straight without a cheat sheet.

For good prices, check out LooseGrownDiamond.com. Lots of PSers have had good luck with them. Or they find a stone there and get another site to price match, if they need a particular setting from another vendor.

Hope all that helps!

 

[princessk]

Yes thank you. This is super helpful. Loose grown is where I have been looking. I’m in Canada so ordering can be a bit tricky. Wish there was somewhere here with better prices

 

[DejaWiz]

Thank you. Yes I purchased it a couple years ago when labs were way pricier. So I’m kind of getting the itch to go up in color. Would love a stone around same size with great specs under $5000. Thanks

$5000 CAD or USD?
Is 11mm (around 5 cts) too much of a decrease, you think?

 

[princessk]

$5000 CAD or USD?
Is 11mm (around 5 cts) too much of a decrease, you think?

I would entertain 11mm for sure. And $5000 CAD would be ideal but I may be dreaming. Our dollar sucks!

 

[DejaWiz]

I would entertain 11mm for sure. And $5000 CAD would be ideal but I may be dreaming. Our dollar sucks!

Too much tint for what you're after?

5.22 Carat G VS2 Round Brilliant Lab Grown Diamond IGI Certified 596332047 Affinity Cut - D54359267

5.22 carat, Round, G Color, VS2 clarity, IGI Certified Diamond, Affinity Cut Lab Grown Diamond, D54359267

www.adiamor.com

 

[princessk]

Too much tint for what you're after?

5.22 Carat G VS2 Round Brilliant Lab Grown Diamond IGI Certified 596332047 Affinity Cut - D54359267

5.22 carat, Round, G Color, VS2 clarity, IGI Certified Diamond, Affinity Cut Lab Grown Diamond, D54359267

www.adiamor.com

I know it checks most of the boxes but I’m really wanting to stay with the F zone as I’m getting more color sensitive as I I’mhoping this would be my final upgrade

 

[0515vision]

I did a deep dive but could only find stones with graining and pavilion twist. I'm sure something will eventually come along. It's a matter of time, though, in that size range. New 1-2.5's seem to show up by the hour. Just think of it this way: your 5+ is still cooking.

Plus Valentine's is around the corner, so prices might drop in a bit.

 

[princessk]

I did a deep dive but could only find stones with graining and pavilion twist. I'm sure something will eventually come along. It's a matter of time, though, in that size range. New 1-2.5's seem to show up by the hour. Just think of it this way: your 5+ is still cooking.

Plus Valentine's is around the corner, so prices might drop in a bit.

Thank you. Yes I know I have to be patient.

 

[0515vision]

This is a fun treasure hunt! We’ll stay on task and update from time to time. Do you have a deadline?

 

[princessk]

This is a fun treasure hunt! We’ll stay on task and update from time to time. Do you have a deadline?

No deadline. This time I’m being patient. The longer I wait the more prices seem to fall