I met with my jeweler earlier this week and am close to a decision. I meet with him again Saturday (in 2 days) to make the final call! Here's the details:
Diamond #1: 0.51 carats, SI2, F color
Diamond #2: 0.48 carats, SI2, G color
In terms of cut, both are comparable (very good); in terms of cost, the 2nd is $200 less. I looked at both for some time and honestly could not tell a difference and am thus leaning toward the less expensive #2. My first question is: Is this foolish? Should I pay the extra $200 in exchange for the slightly better color and extra 3/100th of a carat?
Secondly, I must admit that I'd really been hoping for a clarity of SI1. I mentioned this to my jeweler, and he kindly offered to procure a comparable SI1 in time for our appointment on Saturday, so I'll actually have 3 diamonds to choose from. Hypothetically, if Diamond #3 turns out to be 0.48 carats - SI1 - G color, I'm prepared to pay $200 more than Diamond #2. My second question is: Is this reasonable to expect that going from SI2 to SI1 will cost about $200 more?
Any advice regarding one or both of my questions would be deeply appreciated. Thanks in advance!
Diamond #1: 0.51 carats, SI2, F color
Diamond #2: 0.48 carats, SI2, G color
In terms of cut, both are comparable (very good); in terms of cost, the 2nd is $200 less. I looked at both for some time and honestly could not tell a difference and am thus leaning toward the less expensive #2. My first question is: Is this foolish? Should I pay the extra $200 in exchange for the slightly better color and extra 3/100th of a carat?
Secondly, I must admit that I'd really been hoping for a clarity of SI1. I mentioned this to my jeweler, and he kindly offered to procure a comparable SI1 in time for our appointment on Saturday, so I'll actually have 3 diamonds to choose from. Hypothetically, if Diamond #3 turns out to be 0.48 carats - SI1 - G color, I'm prepared to pay $200 more than Diamond #2. My second question is: Is this reasonable to expect that going from SI2 to SI1 will cost about $200 more?
Any advice regarding one or both of my questions would be deeply appreciated. Thanks in advance!