First time poster with questions about setting an OEC

[idiotsavant]

I would like to see photos of this diamond! Are you still waiting on the report? I did not see that. If no report then an appraisal?

The spread is small for the weight suggesting that the stone is very deep. A classic OEC with a nice make of that spread might be in the .95-1.05ct range. If its a old miner style then the weight and spread you mention is more consistent. The depth is ok if the crown is nice and high and the table very small. If the depth is in the pavilion and/or the table larger, and the lower halves too short, the stone could be a little lazy or even very dark under the table. Something to look for. You obviously like the diamond, but compare to some others -- have you dont this? Compared this diamond to other old cuts? And rest in on your fingers and then walk around to different lighting and see if it does dark under the table area when you look at it. A loose diamond will mask issues of over-deep obstruction, once set it could become more apparent.

If you can post pictures we can help offer opinions, but without them my comments are just "heads up" for things to watch for and check out.

Thanks again to everyone for the helpful advice and encouragement! I'll be going to see a a couple wax molds for the rings in a few days, and I'm going to try really hard to get a good photo(s) of the diamond for you all. It was a complete failure with my crappy cell phone, but maybe I can talk the GF into bringing her DSLR (haha, this sentence makes me realize that only she gets nice things

It's definitely an OEC from everything I've researched...I have 0.01% doubt. I would characterize the crown as very high and the table as quite small, however, and the pavillion doesn't look terribly deep to my eye. I will attempt some profile shots as well

 

[Dreamer_D]

Do not feel compelled to provide us with photos. *shrug* in the end you have made up your mind and seem happy I still very strongy urge you to seek an in person appraisal or opinion other than that of the jeweler (who is not impartial), yourself (who is a novice), or us (who have not seen the diamond).

 

[idiotsavant]

Do not feel compelled to provide us with photos. *shrug* in the end you have made up your mind and seem happy I still very strongy urge you to seek an in person appraisal or opinion other than that of the jeweler (who is not impartial), yourself (who is a novice), or us (who have not seen the diamond).

C'mon...I mostly want to post photos to show off! Gosh I love this diamond.

You're right, though. I have researched a reputable appraiser in the area and will likely be taking it there. They're talking in the neighborhood of $70 for a full appraisal, and I think that's a sound investment even on a relatively inexpensive diamond. At the end of the day, you're right. I am a novice and the jeweler is not impartial.

 

[Dreamer_D]

Well, we always welcome showing off! Bring on the pics.