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OK, I think I am being overwhelmed by all the great information on this forum and now have analysis paralysis. I have $9500 to spend on a loose diamond for a size 7 white gold engagement ring. I would like a 1.5 carat diamond or something close to that size with a great cut. I would like an "eye clean" diamond if possible.

I am not sure aboiut acceptable levels of color and clarity. I have read conflicting postings about these parameters. What is the lowest color and clarity accetable given my other parameters.

Can you pick some sample diamonds out for me?

I would like to make a purchase sooner rather than later :)
 
Tallsc,

If you want an eyeclean diamond you can stay within the VS2, Si1, Si2 range, however, you would have to confirm with the vendor that the diamond is, indeed, eye clean.

With regards to acceptable levels of color, it's hard to say b/c this varies greatly b/n individuals. Myself, I prefer anything within the D - F range, however, many on PS are quite content with colors ranging from G - J. In order to assess your "tolerance" for color accurately, it would really be in your best interest to take a look at some diamonds at a reputable jeweler in your area who will be able to show you various well cut diamonds in different colors.

As per your request, I found some diamonds that may be of interest for you ... One is outside of your budget, however, i'm posting it for you as a reference point since I had a hard time finding diamonds around the 1.5 ct mark w/in it.

1.52 F/Si2, A Cut Above - $10,816 PS/bankwire price (you will need to check with WF to confirm that it is eyeclean)

1.55 D/Si2 - $9,250 PS/Bankwire price (This one appears to have a significant inclusion in the table, therefore, I suspect that it won't be eyeclean, however, no harm in confirming with JA so as not to take it out of the running without cause)

1.39 H/SI1, $7,580 PS/Bankwire price (This one looks really promising, however, it is under your stated 1.5 ct preference and it is an H color so if you are color sensitive it might not be as appealing to you -- other than that it looks gorgeous!)

*edited to add* - found another one you might like

1.52 I/SI1, A Cut Above, $10,137 PS/Bankwire price (as with the H above, if you are comfy with this color and confirm if this is eyeclean this one could be a beauty)

I hope that this helps in some way, Tallsc!
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Date: 2/13/2008 10:29:45 PM
Author: tallsc
what about this one?

http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/4076/
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If it''s eyeclean, it looks like a great choice as well, especially since it falls w/in your budget and mets your ct requirement.

Additionally, it falls right within both the AGS Ideal & GIA Ex parameters on the Holloway Cut Advisor, therefore, it is certainly not one you need to eliminate based on cut.

It scores as follows:

Light return - Excellent,
Fire, Scintillation & Spread - Very Good

Nice find!
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Sparkalicious,

I have read conflicting posts about buying "I color" diamonds with white gold/platinum rings. Is an "I Color" an acceptable choice for a white gold setting?

It looks OK to me but I want to make sure my future fiancee finds it acceptable as well. I want to surprise her so I can not really ask her opinion at this point.

Thanks
 
Date: 2/13/2008 10:45:05 PM
Author: tallsc
Sparkalicious,

I have read conflicting posts about buying ''I color'' diamonds with white gold/platinum rings. Is an ''I Color'' an acceptable choice for a white gold setting?

It looks OK to me but I want to make sure my future fiancee finds it acceptable as well. I want to surprise her so I can not really ask her opinion at this point.

Thanks
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Oh, that''s such a tough question b/c it really depends greatly on individual preference.

This being said, I''m not sure if you are aware yet but diamonds are color graded from the side, therefore, the theory is, as you will hear from many ladies on PS, that "lower color" diamonds can "face up" blazingly white! Just take a look at some of the pics in the Show Me the Ring thread and you will see that they are correct.

To answer your question more directly ... Is a diamond graded as an "I" color an acceptable choice for a white gold setting? All that I can say is -- It should be. It certainly shouldn''t look bad or "yellow", especially if it is a well cut diamond.
If it looks good to you, I suspect that it should likely be acceptable to your future fiancee as well.

Is your gf interested in jewelry? Does she know a lot about diamonds?
 
Date: 2/13/2008 10:45:05 PM
Author: tallsc
Sparkalicious,

I have read conflicting posts about buying ''I color'' diamonds with white gold/platinum rings. Is an ''I Color'' an acceptable choice for a white gold setting?

It looks OK to me but I want to make sure my future fiancee finds it acceptable as well. I want to surprise her so I can not really ask her opinion at this point.

Thanks
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Tallsc, an I colour is indeed fine for many or most perhaps, however this colour grade is where the industry believe that the average person may begin to detect a hint of warmth, especially from the side, and this may apply more in the larger diamond. Although your GF may be perfectly fine with an I, perhaps a G or H might be a good middleground.
 
Tallsc, I just want to tell you that i have an I rb, a little bigger than the range you are looking at. It is a beautiful bright firecracker. If it is a well cut stone, the I will look white.

The stone from GOG looks beautiful. That one will be amazing!!
 
I forgot to mention that the I stone is set in platinum.

Also forgot to mention with the GOG stone, confirm if it is eyeclean....
 
tallc, I don''t own an I, but I went to a jeweler and did the side by side comparison of ideal cut E, G and J stones and was amazed at the performance of the J. From the top I couldn''t tel lthe difference between the stones. Yes, from the side the J looks different next to an E, which is totally icy white, but the J was not "yellow" is just looked warmer... I was very surprised at how little difference there was between the stones given that there are 7 color grading levels between a D and a J. But I think and H or an I would look great! I am going to buy a J when I get my first RB, and they can totally be set in white gold or platinum!

Unless your gf is well versed in diamonds, she may not be able to tell the difference between and I and an F without a higher graded stone right next to it for comparison, it is very subtle. And since you are looking at ideal cuts, that puppy will sparkle more than the average stone on the street and that may just blow her away!

Just my 2cents! I''d love a 1.5ct I stone!

DD
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