Final selection need thumbs up from PS members before I buy!

[sohcpunk]

I first want to say that I'm sorry for all the posts. I'm very excited to be taking this next step in my life and appreciate everyone on Pricescope for all of their expertise and opinion. After looking though multiple vendors and diamonds, I think I've finally made up on mind on the diamond I'm planning to purchase. I'm just waiting for the thumbs up from PS before I pull the trigger tomorrow.


http://www.bluenile.com/round-diamond-1-carat-ideal-cut-h-color-vs2-clarity_LD02640524

1.25 ct Round Brillance
Measurements: 6.97 x 6.96 x 4.27
Cut: GIA Excellent
Color: H
Clarity: VS2
Polish: Excellent
Symmetry: Excellent
Fluorescence: none

Table: 55%
Depth: 61.4%
Girdle: medium
Cutlet: none
Pav angle: 40.8
Crown angle: 33.5

HCA Rating: 0.9
Light Return Excellent
Fire Excellent
Scintillation Excellent
Spread Very Good

AJA/NAJA Cut Class Grading

Tab Percent: 1A
Crown Angle: 1B
Crown Height: 1A
Pavilion Depth: 1A
Girdle: 1A
Depth: 1A
Polish: 1A
Symmetry: 1A
TotalGrade: 1A



So everything on paper looks excellent! However, the diamond is from Bluenile, which means, no image, no idealscope or sarin report. In addition, there are 2 long twinning wisps that runs from the center to close to the edge of the diamond. From what I've been reading about the twinning wisps inclusions, it should not be a major concern especially since I'm rated at a VS2 clarity. It should be invisible. The price is very competitive for the specs of the diamond. Bluenile prices are always competitive, I'm guessing that's the trade off for not having real images of the diamond or ideal scope images. I do have a 30 day return policy which is good in case I'm unhappy with the diamond, plus when purchasing through Bluenile I receive a 5% cashback discount through my credit card company which is also a huge bonus. Seems like everything is in place for me to purchase. Kinda feel like I'm taking a leap of faith by purchasing without images or idealscope but I have a good feeling. Just need a thumbs up from ya'll! Let me know what you think...

 

[dangr]

Re: Final selection need thumbs up from PS members before I

LOOKS FABULOUS on paper! If you need the extra assurance, call up Yuketiel at ID Jewelry, he can get you any stone listed on Blue Nile and provide you with photos of the stone and an idealscope and/or aset as well. IDJ also has a best price program and will beat BN's posted prices.

I love cashback on my credit card, but make sure there is no limits to it. Sometimes it is capped at a certain amount. Additionally, if you go that route, don't forget about other cashback websites, such as fatwallet or ebates. Maybe you can combine the discounts and save even more!

good luck!

 

[sohcpunk]

Re: Final selection need thumbs up from PS members before I

On second thought, now I'm thinking the crown angle might be too shallow. Running this through the scale it doesn't look to be an AGS Ideal 0 but is considered a GIA Excellent. Am I reading too much into this?

 

[MissGotRocks]

Re: Final selection need thumbs up from PS members before I

Scores .9 on the HCA - you can only assume that the crown angle works with the pavilion angle. Perhaps you could call ID Jewelry and ask them about acquiring the stone for you and taking a look at it. BN has a good return policy though; if it wasn't to your liking, you can always return it.

 

[sohcpunk]

Re: Final selection need thumbs up from PS members before I

Thanks I have contacted IDJ.