Help - hunt for 1.3 ct range - ACA ?

[Hello]

In the process of a Insurance replacement claim with Jeweler's Mutual ( they are phenomenon )

Replacement diamond specs are.

1.26 - I - VS2

I found an ACA at Whiteflash. Although am unsure on angles. 35/41 ?

What do you think about this ACA?

https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/1.28-carat-i-color-vs2-clarity-round-excellent-cut-sku-a4678034

Or anyone have a better stone they could recommend ?

 

[Old_Fossil]

Well hello @Hello. I just purchased some ACA studs 3 ctw in I color, and through that long process and from what I have learned from this site and others, is that proportions are interesting, but ASET and Idealscope images and high quality HD video can validate the performance of any set of given proportions when buying online.

If it is an ACA stone, I would bet a significant sum that the light performance is spectacular, and you will have no worries at all with that one.

Here is what I provide as alternatives/references, as limited as they may be:

A Brian Gavin Signature Round 1.194 I color VVS1 for $7.1k (wired) here

Two James Allen True Hearts I color VS1 (1.21/1.22) for $7.7k ea here

Two Victor Canera 1.21 Ideal Hearts I color (VS1/VS2) for $9.3k ea here

My experience here is limited, but I know other PSers will come in I am sure with excellent advice and suitable alternatives.

I purchased JM insurance for my recent studs and a ring upgrade, so glad to know it seems to be working out for you. Somewhat reassuring. Let us know what you select.

 

[Kim N]

Old_Fossil posted some great alternatives.

The ACA seems to be the best bang for the buck. The proportions are a little outside what we usually recommend, but the ASET and Ideal-Scope images show that it will still perform well. They have a good return policy. Can you buy it to check it out in person?

 

[kenny]

I'm so happy with WF ACAs, that I would not even bother paying attention to the cut specs.
After setting my budget I'd pick a few around that price.
Then I'd juggle the carat, color and clarity.

If I could afford it, I'd buy 2, 3, or 4, and live with them for a few days.
I'd take them into lots of different lighting environments.
Then, after choosing my favorite I'd be less likely to 2nd guess myself and have buyer's remorse.

 

[DejaWiz]

Not a fan of that particular ACA.

Maybe an alternative?

1.3 I VS1 Brian Gavin Signature Round

Brian Gavin Diamonds

www.briangavindiamonds.com

Diamond | 1.426 ct J VS1 A CUT ABOVE® Hearts and Arrows Super Ideal Round Cut Loose Diamond AGS Certified | 4462541

This Whiteflash A CUT ABOVE® super ideal cut hearts and arrows 1.426 carat J color VS1 clarity loose diamond is graded by the American Gem Society (AGS) Laboratories. | 4462541

www.whiteflash.com

 

[Hello]

Not a fan of that particular ACA.

Maybe an alternative?

1.3 I VS1 Brian Gavin Signature Round

Brian Gavin Diamonds

www.briangavindiamonds.com

Diamond | 1.426 ct J VS1 A CUT ABOVE® Hearts and Arrows Super Ideal Round Cut Loose Diamond AGS Certified | 4462541

This Whiteflash A CUT ABOVE® super ideal cut hearts and arrows 1.426 carat J color VS1 clarity loose diamond is graded by the American Gem Society (AGS) Laboratories. | 4462541

www.whiteflash.com

Thank you for the suggestion.

went with the Brian Gavin 1.3.

1.3 I VS1 Brian Gavin Signature RoundDefault Title

Brian Gavin Diamonds

www.briangavindiamonds.com

Jewelers Mutual has been incredibly easy to work on the replacement and 100% recommend. Even got a slight size upgrade !

 

[DejaWiz]

Thank you for the suggestion.

went with the Brian Gavin 1.3.

1.3 I VS1 Brian Gavin Signature RoundDefault Title

Brian Gavin Diamonds

www.briangavindiamonds.com

Jewelers Mutual has been incredibly easy to work on the replacement and 100% recommend. Even got a slight size upgrade !

That's fantastic - congrats!