HELP: Need opinions on 3 choices

[MisterRob]

Hi Everyone,
I've been doing research/lurking the past year and I'm ready to pull the trigger.
The criteria is the following: round, VS1-VS2, E-F, ideal/excellent cut, florescence don't care,
and budget is below $30k. I think I've found 3 potential candidates. Please let me know your thoughts:

1. http://www.bluenile.com/certs/1146663436.pdf?params=cHJvZHVjdD1CTiZwaG9uZT04ODgtNTY1LTc2NDEmbGluaz1odHRwJTNBJTJGJTJGd3d3LmJsdWVuaWxlLmNvbSUyRl9MRDAyNTg4ODc0JnNrdT1MRDAyNTg4ODc0JmxhYj1naWEmc2l6ZT0xNjAwJmN1cnJlbmN5PVVTRCY%3D

2. http://www.bluenile.com/certs/5136670248.pdf?params=cHJvZHVjdD1CTiZwaG9uZT04ODgtNTY1LTc2NDEmbGluaz1odHRwJTNBJTJGJTJGd3d3LmJsdWVuaWxlLmNvbSUyRl9MRDAyNzc3ODAxJnNrdT1MRDAyNzc3ODAxJmxhYj1naWEmc2l6ZT0xNjAwJmN1cnJlbmN5PVVTRCY%3D

3. http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/certificate.aspx?idno=2803383&file_name=1

THANKS IN ADVANCE!!!

 

[GAatloDesigns]

I understand the desire for an ideal cut diamond. I don't understand why you would consider a diamond with a strong flouresence that is present. In my experience, these diamond sell for less, even with an ideal or excellant cut.
Remember the dimensions of diamonds are very presise and the difference between an ideal cut and and excellent cut may be measured by tenths of millimeters.
I would look at excellant cuts, without much or any flouresence and see that you may reduce your price somewhat. Check with reputable Jewelers in your area to view diamonds and really get an idea of what you're looking at. A reputable jeweler can sometimes be very competitive with a site like Blue Nile and they can point out the nuances of the diamonds you are looking at.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

A stone with fluorescence can be an excellent buy! A price reduction with a beautiful side benefit!

However, I have to tell you that I would not choose any 2 ct. stone (or any size for that matter) with nothing but a grading report. If you want WF to call in stones for you and do the idealscope images and magnified images, then we can comment on the stones. I prefer in house stones for that reason. But if you want to select from virtual inventory, then have WF call them in for you so you can make an educated choice.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I will add that I don't like either of the stones from BN, and the one from WF looks better except I prefer tables from 54-58 max because a larger table means a smaller crown and I just think the proportions look nicer with say 55-57 optimally. The first stone from BN is too deep. Stick with 62.3 as the maximum depth. I also try to get close to 34-35 for crown angle and 40.6 to 41.0 for pavilion angle.

 

[TitanCi]

I understand the desire for an ideal cut diamond. I don't understand why you would consider a diamond with a strong flouresence that is present. In my experience, these diamond sell for less, even with an ideal or excellant cut.
Remember the dimensions of diamonds are very presise and the difference between an ideal cut and and excellent cut may be measured by tenths of millimeters.
I would look at excellant cuts, without much or any flouresence and see that you may reduce your price somewhat. Check with reputable Jewelers in your area to view diamonds and really get an idea of what you're looking at. A reputable jeweler can sometimes be very competitive with a site like Blue Nile and they can point out the nuances of the diamonds you are looking at.

1) Fluro can be excellent buys, and at times not even noticeable IRL
2) Some people actually like fluro. Also, some see them as even rarer than ones without since the general public has put this negative stigma on ones with them.
3) Just cuz you wouldn't consider it, don't make it seem like it's wrong for this person to consider it.

 

[JB4_CO_BUCK]

Hi Everyone,
I've been doing research/lurking the past year and I'm ready to pull the trigger.
The criteria is the following: round, VS1-VS2, E-F, ideal/excellent cut, florescence don't care,
and budget is below $30k. I think I've found 3 potential candidates. Please let me know your thoughts:

1. http://www.bluenile.com/certs/1146663436.pdf?params=cHJvZHVjdD1CTiZwaG9uZT04ODgtNTY1LTc2NDEmbGluaz1odHRwJTNBJTJGJTJGd3d3LmJsdWVuaWxlLmNvbSUyRl9MRDAyNTg4ODc0JnNrdT1MRDAyNTg4ODc0JmxhYj1naWEmc2l6ZT0xNjAwJmN1cnJlbmN5PVVTRCY%3D

2. http://www.bluenile.com/certs/5136670248.pdf?params=cHJvZHVjdD1CTiZwaG9uZT04ODgtNTY1LTc2NDEmbGluaz1odHRwJTNBJTJGJTJGd3d3LmJsdWVuaWxlLmNvbSUyRl9MRDAyNzc3ODAxJnNrdT1MRDAyNzc3ODAxJmxhYj1naWEmc2l6ZT0xNjAwJmN1cnJlbmN5PVVTRCY%3D

3. http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/certificate.aspx?idno=2803383&file_name=1

THANKS IN ADVANCE!!!

Check out Brian Gavin Diamonds "Blue" stones

http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamond/brian-gavin-blue-diamonds-with-fluorescence/

 

[MisterRob]

Thanks everyone for your input. Florescence (med blue) is not a biggie as long as it's not hazy/cloudy. This is the tradeoff I'm going w/ based on my specs (E-F,VS1/2,Cut=excellent, 2.0ct) and budget.

Based on Diamondseeker2006's advice, I did a little more hunting and I'm now leaning towards this:
http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/certificate.aspx?idno=2810389&file_name=1
Better choice?

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Thanks everyone for your input. Florescence (med blue) is not a biggie as long as it's not hazy/cloudy. This is the tradeoff I'm going w/ based on my specs (E-F,VS1/2,Cut=excellent, 2.0ct) and budget.

Based on Diamondseeker2006's advice, I did a little more hunting and I'm now leaning towards this:
http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/certificate.aspx?idno=2810389&file_name=1
Better choice?

I think it is a good prospect! As I said before, if WF calls it in, they can check the stone out for you. That way you'll be sure!

 

[GAatloDesigns]

Hi,
Hope we weren't misunderstood on the flourensce issue. The one big thing we care about is that customers get the value of what they are paying for.
We know alot of people who love it and call them blue diamonds. Good luck in your search, no criticism intended.

 

[MisterRob]

I finally got WF to call in the stone and take images. Opinions?

 

[MisterRob]

 

[MisterRob]

Thoughts?