HELP with Emerald Cut ASET images

[cop219]

Hi all,

I’m in the process of choosing between a few emerald-cut diamonds for an engagement ring and could really use some input. I’ve come across several promising options, but I’d love to hear from those who have more experience in this space.

If the differences between these stones are relatively minor and unlikely to make a noticeable impact, feel free to say so—I've definitely found myself deep in the rabbit hole and suffering a bit from analysis paralysis. While I’ve enjoyed learning throughout this process, I know it’s time to make a decision!

I truly appreciate any feedback or guidance you’re willing to share.

Thanks so much

 

[0-0-0]

Do you have videos? Based on the images I like the 3.17 the most. The others have more visible leaky steps.

 

[cop219]

Attaching here. Hopefully this helps!

 

[Starstruck8]

I'm not a diamond guy, but I think the experts will want to see videos with the stone rocked side-to-side, not top-to-bottom. This will show how the bright and dark facets 'dance', (or don't). The dance is what makes EC diamonds magical.

 

[cop219]

I'm not a diamond guy, but I think the experts will want to see videos with the stone rocked side-to-side, not top-to-bottom. This will show how the bright and dark facets 'dance', (or don't). The dance is what makes EC diamonds magical.

Sorry the videos aren't the best quality.

 

[LilAlex]

^ having a seizure right now brb

 

[0515vision]

@Karl_K are you able to help?

 

[Karl_K]

Need video that we can control the spin on to check crystal quality.
Also need to check the numbers.
Its a very nice collection of ECs and I would guess cut by the same cutter.
Picking the best is not possible based on the information available.
The one with the most leakage near the center in ASET and large dark zones in the spin video(2nd set of vids) is the weakest.