Hi there! I am in search of a round brilliant diamond for an engagement ring, and I would really appreciate if you had any advice on the following GIA certified proportions:
Table: 57%
Crown angle: 32.5 degrees
Crown height: 13.5%
Pavilion angle: 41.4 degrees
Pavilion depth: 44.0%
Girdle thickness: 3.5%
Total depth: 61.1%
Cutlet: none
My main concern is that the crown angle is too shallow (and pavilion depth is too deep), which I have read would decrease the diamond's fire or brilliance - so I now have the following questions:
- Would this pavilion depth create the dark "nailhead" effect by any chance?
- This crown and pavilion angle combination would not result in a "hearts and arrows" effect, but how big of an impact would this have on the diamond's overall fire or brilliance?
- Would the shallow crown angle and steep pavilion angle compensate each other, so this combination would not cause much of a concern?
We are unable to see the diamond in person right now as this is just an option from an overseas diamond cutter / wholesaler, but it seems to be the best value for money, so I would like to get your initial thoughts on whether the proportions are good or at least acceptable. Thank you very much!
Table: 57%
Crown angle: 32.5 degrees
Crown height: 13.5%
Pavilion angle: 41.4 degrees
Pavilion depth: 44.0%
Girdle thickness: 3.5%
Total depth: 61.1%
Cutlet: none
My main concern is that the crown angle is too shallow (and pavilion depth is too deep), which I have read would decrease the diamond's fire or brilliance - so I now have the following questions:
- Would this pavilion depth create the dark "nailhead" effect by any chance?
- This crown and pavilion angle combination would not result in a "hearts and arrows" effect, but how big of an impact would this have on the diamond's overall fire or brilliance?
- Would the shallow crown angle and steep pavilion angle compensate each other, so this combination would not cause much of a concern?
We are unable to see the diamond in person right now as this is just an option from an overseas diamond cutter / wholesaler, but it seems to be the best value for money, so I would like to get your initial thoughts on whether the proportions are good or at least acceptable. Thank you very much!
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