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you will probably need to save it in jpg format and give it a unique name, like use ur nick with the date for today. This forum does not accept file with the same name as one that is already uploaded.
 
It says the file size exceeds the limit ....
 
Hi! I did read that but I still cannot figure out how to make it smaller
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Sorry, not very computer savvy
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Date: 9/23/2008 1:37:45 PM
Author: jewels2
Hi! I did read that but I still cannot figure out how to make it smaller
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Sorry, not very computer savvy
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if you have microsoft office, open the image using Microsoft Office Picture Manager. Then click "Edit Pictures" from the top tool bar. Then select "Compress Image" from the column that opens on the right hand side of the screen. Choose the "Web pages" option under "Compress for:" and click OK. Save the image and youre done!

Post as a unique name and it should work!
 
I think it might have worked this time! Thank you Hariseldon!!!

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YAY!!!! OK, what do you guys think???
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Nice BIC
 
WOW! So this is what a good BIC looks like.
 
OK guys, what does BIC mean? remember, I am a NEWBIE, LOL!!!
 
Date: 9/23/2008 2:40:36 PM
Author: jewels2
OK guys, what does BIC mean? remember, I am a NEWBIE, LOL!!!
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It means the cut of the stone lends itself to a bit more white light, a little less fire. (Brilliant Ideal Cut)
 
Thanks Ellen! Is this a good thing?
 
Brilliant Ideal Cut = BIC,

Normal Cut = Tolkowsky Ideal Cut = TIC

Firey Ideal Cut = FIC.

Read here.
http://diamonds.pricescope.com/crn_pav.asp

Basically, from what I understand is that this cut will give the more light return, and larger the normal face-up size that a TIC. But it sacrifice the scintillation and/or fire effect for that.
 
Is there some girdle treatment going on? I''d ask JA if there is reduced sparkle.
 
I was also looking at this one for GOG, do you think this is a better choice even thought it is an H color? I am really worried about having it face up as WHITE as possible ....


http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/4882/
 
Date: 9/23/2008 2:47:02 PM
Author: jewels2
Thanks Ellen! Is this a good thing?
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It is to some people. Diamonds and their appearance are a personal preference.

Some like BIC''s

Some like FIC''s (Firey Ideal Cut) These lend themselves the opposite of BIC''s, a little more fire, little less white light.

And then there are the TIC''s (Tolkowsky Ideal Cut) These are in the middle, with a nice mix of both. I would guess the majority of people probably like these best, but that doesn''t make them so.
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And you''re welcome!
 
Date: 9/23/2008 2:52:31 PM
Author: jewels2
I was also looking at this one for GOG, do you think this is a better choice even thought it is an H color? I am really worried about having it face up as WHITE as possible ....


http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/4882/
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A very well cut stone will appear whiter than a poor cut stone. This one is beautifully cut, and will still face up a nice bright white. And it''s that "TIC" I just told you about.
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Oh boy. I am more confused now than ever, LOL! I really do not know WHAT to pick
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Date: 9/23/2008 3:06:30 PM
Author: jewels2
Oh boy. I am more confused now than ever, LOL! I really do not know WHAT to pick
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Well, you could do one of two things. You could go to some jewelry shops and try to find these different cuts to see which you prefer, or, you could make it easy, play it safe and get the GOG stone. I don't think you'd be dissapointed with it, at all.
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Hmmm .... so is the TIC on the GOG diamond going to make it sparkle more? Am I saying that right?

All around you guys think that one is just a better diamond because of the CUT right, even though the JA diamond has a higher Color/Clarity ... see I AM learning something
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Date: 9/23/2008 3:22:40 PM
Author: jewels2
Hmmm .... so is the TIC on the GOG diamond going to make it sparkle more? Am I saying that right?

All around you guys think that one is just a better diamond because of the CUT right, even though the JA diamond has a higher Color/Clarity ... see I AM learning something
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You are!
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I personally prefer the GOG stone, yes, because of the cut. It's very well balanced. And the cut is what makes it sparkle. You could have a M SI1, and if very well cut, it would sparkle just as much.
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The TIC won't sparkle more, but it will show a nice mix of both white light and fire, very pretty.
 
Nice postin'' El!
 
Hi Lorelei!!! I was hoping you would show up
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Date: 9/23/2008 4:05:22 PM
Author: jewels2
Hi Lorelei!!! I was hoping you would show up
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LOL! Hi Jewels2
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I see my pal Ellen has taken excellent care of you, and you ARE learning stuff!
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Date: 9/23/2008 3:51:57 PM
Author: Lorelei
Nice postin'' El!
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Why thank ya, thank ya very much.
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Date: 9/23/2008 2:47:36 PM
Author: Stone-cold11
Brilliant Ideal Cut = BIC,

Normal Cut = Tolkowsky Ideal Cut = TIC

Firey Ideal Cut = FIC.

Read here.
http://diamonds.pricescope.com/crn_pav.asp

Basically, from what I understand is that this cut will give the more light return, and larger the normal face-up size that a TIC. But it sacrifice the scintillation and/or fire effect for that.
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Stone-cold makes a good summary.

In technical terms a TIC (total ideal cut) has broad measurements that give it an equitable balance of fire and brightness. A BIC (brilliant ideal cut) usually has a shallower crown which can lend to a brighter overall look, possibly at the expense of fire/dispersion. A FIC (fiery ideal cut) usually has a higher crown which can lend to more fire/dispersion, possibly at the expense of brightness.

The details of the minor facets, lower halves in particular, as well as brillianteering which Julie alluded to, can influence the nuance of what you see. How much you see differences between well cut stones will depend on lighting and your personal cut perception, but in general terms the above are the tendancies of TIC, BIC and FIC.
 
Guess I didn''t explain it too well.
 
Date: 9/23/2008 4:45:03 PM
Author: Ellen
Guess I didn''t explain it too well.
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I preferred your way of explaining Ellen. That John Pollard is far too technical for me.
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Date: 9/23/2008 4:52:31 PM
Author: Maisie



Date: 9/23/2008 4:45:03 PM
Author: Ellen
Guess I didn't explain it too well.
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I preferred your way of explaining Ellen. That John Pollard is far too technical for me.
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Me too! Darn that guy.

Actually I just saw your post Ellen - many of the posts here in fact. I'm on a dodgy wireless hotel connect and the thread only loaded to stone-cold's post when I first clicked on it. Didn't mean to be clumsy.
 
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