Help choosing diamond - Is SI1 ok?

[MAIDEN_TZ]

Hi All,

In the process of looking for an engagement ring - been doing some homework but relatively new at this so wanted to get some advice.

I'm intersted in the below diamond, my only concern is that of its clarity (SI1). I contacted Blue Nile and and they advised me that it was "eye-clean" but not sure if I can trust them. I don't really care if there is inclusions as long as I cant see them when looking at it.

http://www.bluenile.com/au/diamond-search?pt=setform&track=DiamondSearchRD#diamonds_pid=LD01815981

Can anyone provide some advise as to whether this is a good choice?

Thanks in advance!

 

[MAIDEN_TZ]

I've also uploaded an image they sent me.

 

[treasurehunter]

It looks like SI2 to me , or at least a low SI1 and not eye clean.

 

[c-k]

Are you sure the picture is the diamond you linked, picture looks like the stone has a black crystal, where the lab report shows mostly twinning wisp, maybe a clump of them shows dark.....SI1 can be a very good value if it is eye clean. They have a return policy, ask them again, be clear that it needs to be 'eye clean' (I would define as 8-10 inches w/20/20 vision in good lighting).

I once ask a vendor to have everyone of his staff to look at a stone that was SI1 including his gemologists, he was more than happy to do so. Maybe what you see, he/she doesn't, sometimes more eyes are better.

 

[MAIDEN_TZ]

Thanks for your opinions guys!

I have found another diamond on bule nile - it is also an SI1 but based on the photo it looks a be better quality (less inclusions) - what are your thoughts on this one? In your opinion do you think it would be "eye-clean"? Sorry for asking so many questions, its all new to me I want to make sure I make the right decision! Thanks

http://www.bluenile.com/au/round-di...ty_LD03838552?keyword_search_value=ld03838552

 

[JDCgolfr]

Stone #2 appears to be a better choice but hard to tell with inclusions in contrast pattern. What is your budget the community will gladly lead you down the right path.

 

[MAIDEN_TZ]

Thanks for your advice? What do you mean by contrast pattern?

I'm looking for approx 1.4carat round brilliant, H colour, excellent cut, and "eye-clean". My budget is approx $9,000 USD (I'm from Australia so about $10,000 AUD) - any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

I've been searching for a while but always get a bit worried once I get a photo that the diamond is not of good clarity.

Thanks!