Help: Round Diamond Search

[duckduckgrayduck]

I have been looking at too many lab grown diamonds ,and my head is spinning. Everything is starting to look the same. Can someone help me find something? I am a 4.75 ring size looking for the following:

Round
Carat: 1.75 - 2.5 ct
Clarity: VS2 or better
Color: H or above
Cut: Super ideal, if it's designated as hearts and arrows on the cert, I would LOVE that
Budget: $1500 or below

Would like to avoid blue nuance, brown strain, etc.

Thanks in advance for sharing your expertise and eyes.

 

[DejaWiz]

Hello and welcome to PriceScope, duckduckgrayduck!
I found one just north of 2 carats that I really want you to take a look at, but it is priced at just under $1650..if that's too much of a stretch, then I will keep searching.

 

[Kim N]

I found two options for you. Let me know when you're online and ready to put one on hold.

 

[duckduckgrayduck]

Hello and welcome to PriceScope, duckduckgrayduck!
I found one just north of 2 carats that I really want you to take a look at, but it is priced at just under $1650..if that's too much of a stretch, then I will keep searching.

@DejaWiz Thank you for the warm welcome and for the help!

That's a bit of a stretch, but I am very curious to see it.

 

[duckduckgrayduck]

I found two options for you. Let me know when you're online and ready to put one on hold.

@Kim N Thank you so much for your help! Had to deal with bedtime, but I am ready now!

 

[Kim N]

@Kim N Thank you so much for your help! Had to deal with bedtime, but I am ready now!

Here you go!

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[DejaWiz]

@DejaWiz Thank you for the warm welcome and for the help!

That's a bit of a stretch, but I am very curious to see it.

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Listed at other sellers, which you can request a price match if there's a particular one you'd rather buy from:

2.12 Carat Round Lab Diamond IGI LG618430121 | Ritani

2.12 Carat Round Lab Diamond ID Cut F Color VVS1 Clarity with diamond report number IGI #LG618430121

www.ritani.com

2.12 Carat F VVS1 Round Brilliant Lab Grown Diamond IGI Certified 618430121 Affinity Cut - D57614651

2.12 carat, Round, F Color, VVS1 clarity, IGI Certified Diamond, IGI Certificate 618430121, Affinity Cut Lab Grown Diamond, D57614651

www.adiamor.com

2.12 Carat - Round Cut Lab Grown Diamond, F Color, VVS1 Clarity, DreamStone Ideal Cut, IGI Diamond Certification - $1668.83 - #618430121 DreamStone

2.12 Carat - Round Cut Lab Grown Diamond, F Color Diamond, VVS1 Clarity Diamond, DreamStone Ideal Cut Diamond, IGI Diamond Certification #618430121, $1668.83 ID:65cfbfceeac682738c236221

dreamstone.com

Video link:

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Grading report link:

Verify Your Report

Ensure authenticity & accuracy of your report here. Verify your gemstone report online for complete confidence in your precious investments.

igi.org

 

[duckduckgrayduck]

Thanks for your help, @DejaWiz and @Kim N. You two are truly the dynamic duo. I placed an order for Kim's first choice, but I am a bit nervous now because the diamond doesn't appear to be available on Loose Grown Diamonds. I did but it on Adiamor and requested a price match. Let's see where that takes me. Fingers crossed.

If you run across any other diamonds - maybe ones that are a bit smaller? (I have small fingers), I would love to see other choices. Thanks again!!!!

 

[Kim N]

Thanks for your help, @DejaWiz and @Kim N. You two are truly the dynamic duo. I placed an order for Kim's first choice, but I am a bit nervous now because the diamond doesn't appear to be available on Loose Grown Diamonds. I did but it on Adiamor and requested a price match. Let's see where that takes me. Fingers crossed.

If you run across any other diamonds - maybe ones that are a bit smaller? (I have small fingers), I would love to see other choices. Thanks again!!!!

You're very welcome! I hope you get that one—it was my favorite of the two.

These aren't designated H&A, but they still look very nice.

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[duckduckgrayduck]

@DejaWiz @Kim N Thanks again for being so generous with your time and skills. I was wondering if either of you are available to look at a couple of options I would like to run by you.

I was able to get the 2.11 that Kim N suggested. I am considering ordering the 2.12 one too for a direct comparison. Additionally, I am trying to find a diamond around $1000 as another comparison point; I don't mind smaller and it looks like there are good options at that price point. But then again, I don't know what a good option truly looks like, so would like your advice. Thanks in advance!

 

[DejaWiz]

@DejaWiz @Kim N Thanks again for being so generous with your time and skills. I was wondering if either of you are available to look at a couple of options I would like to run by you.

I was able to get the 2.11 that Kim N suggested. I am considering ordering the 2.12 one too for a direct comparison. Additionally, I am trying to find a diamond around $1000 as another comparison point; I don't mind smaller and it looks like there are good options at that price point. But then again, I don't know what a good option truly looks like, so would like your advice. Thanks in advance!

Sure thing!
What carat range are you thinking for $1000?

 

[duckduckgrayduck]

@DejaWiz I was thinking 1.80/1.9ish ct. Looks like some of these are CVD diamonds. Should I stay away from them?

Some examples:

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Round 1.85 Carat, Color G, Clarity VVS2, Cut Ideal

Shop online IGI-certified 625419024 Round lab diamond of 1.85 carat, color G, Ideal cut, and VVS2 clarity at Friendly Diamonds.

friendlydiamonds.com

Round 1.83 Carat, Color G, Clarity VVS2, Cut Ideal

Shop online IGI-certified 623486462 Round lab diamond of 1.83 carat, color G, Ideal cut, and VVS2 clarity at Friendly Diamonds.

friendlydiamonds.com

This came from Kim N yesterday, but I have my sights on hearts and arrows:

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Thanks again!

 

[Kim N]

@DejaWiz @Kim N Thanks again for being so generous with your time and skills. I was wondering if either of you are available to look at a couple of options I would like to run by you.

I was able to get the 2.11 that Kim N suggested. I am considering ordering the 2.12 one too for a direct comparison. Additionally, I am trying to find a diamond around $1000 as another comparison point; I don't mind smaller and it looks like there are good options at that price point. But then again, I don't know what a good option truly looks like, so would like your advice. Thanks in advance!

I'm glad you were able to get the 2.11!

If you are willing to give up the H&A designation, here are two good options.

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[duckduckgrayduck]

@Kim N Thanks so much, Kim! Just curious: were the ones I had linked not so great choices? You won’t hurt my feelings. I’m just learning.

 

[Kim N]

@Kim N Thanks so much, Kim! Just curious: were the ones I had linked not so great choices? You won’t hurt my feelings. I’m just learning.

All of the Gs showed some graining, and I would want to see an Ideal-Scope image for the 36/40.6 combo to be sure there's no leakage.

 

[duckduckgrayduck]

All of the Gs showed some graining, and I would want to see an Ideal-Scope image for the 36/40.6 combo to be sure there's no leakage.

Amazing! I have so much to learn.

 

[duckduckgrayduck]

Thanks again for your help, @Kim N and @DejaWiz! I ended up purchasing the following:

~$900, 1.88ct E VVS2:

Loupe360

loupe360.com

~$1600, 2.11ct E VS1: https://loupe360.com/diamond/LG618481027

I am so excited to see them in person. Do you have any advice on what to look for when I get them in person to figure out which one to keep (besides how they look on my hand)? I am happy to share photos if you are interested (although, I assume these are mundane stats?).

I am worried by cheapo side is going to convince myself to keep the 1.88ct. You've done so much, but if you have any suggestions on a larger stone than 1.88ct (like a bit above 2ct. so it's comparable to the second one) at a lower price point than $1600, please do let me know.

 

[0-0-0]

There’s a 2.87 ct E VVS2 for under $1800 if you want to go bigger.

Loupe360

loupe360.com

 

[Kim N]

Thanks again for your help, @Kim N and @DejaWiz! I ended up purchasing the following:

~$900, 1.88ct E VVS2:

Loupe360

loupe360.com

~$1600, 2.11ct E VS1: https://loupe360.com/diamond/LG618481027

I am so excited to see them in person. Do you have any advice on what to look for when I get them in person to figure out which one to keep (besides how they look on my hand)? I am happy to share photos if you are interested (although, I assume these are mundane stats?).

I am worried by cheapo side is going to convince myself to keep the 1.88ct. You've done so much, but if you have any suggestions on a larger stone than 1.88ct (like a bit above 2ct. so it's comparable to the second one) at a lower price point than $1600, please do let me know.

The size difference between those two will be noticeable, but not night and day different. I like the 1.88 a lot.

When you get them, bring them around all your usual lighting environments to compare performance. I think one will end up speaking to you more. My favorite lighting is under a broad leafy tree on a sunny day.

 

[duckduckgrayduck]

There’s a 2.87 ct E VVS2 for under $1800 if you want to go bigger.

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Thanks for the suggestion. Maybe too large for me? I am a size 4.75 and I am worried that may be too large. I have learned about DSS here (is that the acronym for thinking a large stone is small after a while?), so not sure how true that is!

Realized my post was not clear - I would like to stick to the 2/2.1 ct but see if there are cheaper options than $1600.

 

[duckduckgrayduck]

I had decided not to get both the 2.11ct and 2.12 ct because they seemed pretty similar to me. @DejaWiz @Kim N Do you think it's worth getting both to see them in person? Not sure if you two have a preference. Thanks for your viewpoints!

2.11 ct: https://loupe360.com/diamond/LG618481027
2.12 ct: https://loupe360.com/diamond/LG618430121

 

[Kim N]

I had decided not to get both the 2.11ct and 2.12 ct because they seemed pretty similar to me. @DejaWiz @Kim N Do you think it's worth getting both to see them in person? Not sure if you two have a preference. Thanks for your viewpoints!

2.11 ct: https://loupe360.com/diamond/LG618481027
2.12 ct: https://loupe360.com/diamond/LG618430121

No, I see no reason to get both.

 

[DejaWiz]

I had decided not to get both the 2.11ct and 2.12 ct because they seemed pretty similar to me. @DejaWiz @Kim N Do you think it's worth getting both to see them in person? Not sure if you two have a preference. Thanks for your viewpoints!

2.11 ct: https://loupe360.com/diamond/LG618481027
2.12 ct: https://loupe360.com/diamond/LG618430121

I would - the more diamonds that you can compare gives you an advantage.
Plus, I'm a sucker for smaller tables and taller crowns...you might also be.

 

[duckduckgrayduck]

So I ended up just ordering the 1.88 ct and the 2.11 ct. The 1.88 carat has arrived and while it's beautiful...I'm not wowed. I don't think it looks large enough for me to feel like it's an upgrade. My previous engagement ring, the princess cut in the photo, is 1.09 ct.

What do you folks think? The diamond @0-0-0 suggested is gone. What is the largest carat I can go with a budget of around $1500 without sacrificing the cut? My previous engagement ring is an H and the 1.88 carat is a an E, and I truly can't tell the difference. As long as it's eye clean, I don't care about clarity.

 

[Kim N]

So I ended up just ordering the 1.88 ct and the 2.11 ct. The 1.88 carat has arrived and while it's beautiful...I'm not wowed. I don't think it looks large enough for me to feel like it's an upgrade. My previous engagement ring, the princess cut in the photo, is 1.09 ct.

What do you folks think? The diamond @0-0-0 suggested is gone. What is the largest carat I can go with a budget of around $1500 without sacrificing the cut? My previous engagement ring is an H and the 1.88 carat is a an E, and I truly can't tell the difference. As long as it's eye clean, I don't care about clarity.

Seeing it next to your previous ring, I agree about the size difference.

Let me know when you're online. I have some options for you to take a look at.

 

[duckduckgrayduck]

Seeing it next to your previous ring, I agree about the size difference.

Let me know when you're online. I have some options for you to take a look at.

I am on!

 

[Kim N]

Here you go!

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[duckduckgrayduck]

Thanks, @Kim N! Nothing showed up for the first two. Probably quickly snagged? Crazy action this afternoon!

 

[duckduckgrayduck]

I already have the 2.11 coming my way. I don't think the 1st (2.07), 3rd (2.19), or 4th (2.1 will make a difference? The 2nd one (2.37) would be good see, but it's gone.

 

[Kim N]

Thanks, @Kim N! Nothing showed up for the first two. Probably quickly snagged? Crazy action this afternoon!

That's nuts. I can't believe they're gone already.

What size were you hoping for then? Around 2.3?