Help needed with evaluation two stones

[luxugy]

Hi guys,

I have picked two stones on the BL website, however, do not know which to pick:

1) http://lu.bluenile.co.uk/build-your-own-diamond-ring?forceStep=DIAMONDS_STEP&track=tab#diamonds_forceStep=DIAMONDS_STEP|builder=BYOR|pid=LD02546780

2) http://lu.bluenile.co.uk/build-your-own-diamond-ring?forceStep=DIAMONDS_STEP&track=tab#diamonds_forceStep=DIAMONDS_STEP|builder=BYOR|pid=LD02578495

I was about to buy the first one (0.86ct), as it is VVS2. Howver, after using HCA, the stone came out with score of 2.3. The second sone (clarity VS1) came up with score of 1.4. Now, I really do not know what to do. My budget is approx EUR 7,000 and for me, quality of a stone is over its size.

Cheers and big thanks for any feedback.

 

[stone-cold11]

#1 could work, the larger lower half facet might help reduce the chance of leakage, depending on the rounding by GIA.

#2 although good on HCA, is relatively flat top, more cut to brilliance performance than fire, so going to look different in performance compared to more balance cut. Personal preference there, some like that some prefer more fire.

http://lu.bluenile.co.uk/build-your-own-diamond-ring?forceStep=DIAMONDS_STEP&builder=BYOR&pid=LD02265032
This looks promising too, a E VVS2, you are not going to notice the difference between the finished grade between Ex/VG unless you are trained.

 

[luxugy]

Many thanks, Stone-cold 11, for your fast reply! it is very much appreciated. If it was up to you, which of thouse 3 stones would you pick?

cheers,

 

[luxugy]

I also this one which has 60%/60% ratio and HCA of 1.7.....

http://lu.bluenile.co.uk/build-your-own-diamond-ring?forceStep=DIAMONDS_STEP&track=tab#diamonds_forceStep=DIAMONDS_STEP|builder=BYOR|pid=LD02665355

What do you think?

Many thanks!

 

[stone-cold11]

Could work too.

Depends on your preference and priority.