How much tint will a GIA Faint Pinkish Brown show?

[2Neesers]

Hello,
I was looking in the colored diamond section of one of the well known sellers and came across a nice looking GIA Faint Pinkish Brown diamond which seemed like a pretty good price at 0.91ct and 6.15mm for approx $2,300. I understand browns are typically less expensive, but have read that the brownish tints can be more appealing to those whose eyes don’t prefer a warmer yellow tint. I am wondering though, how do we know just how tinted the stone is on the lettered GIA color scale? The GIA report just states Faint Pinkish Brown. Could it be anywhere from say G-M? I have attached pictures of the diamond, but have cropped out the sellers info so trade members can comment if they would like . Thanks!

 

[Rockdiamond]

Hi!
Rotating videos are shot in a way that makes color detection difficult- especially in the cases of faint shades.
Some stones with that color grade show apparent color- and others do not. But I don't think a typical rotating video can capture it....

 

[2Neesers]

Hi!
Rotating videos are shot in a way that makes color detection difficult- especially in the cases of faint shades.
Some stones with that color grade show apparent color- and others do not. But I don't think a typical rotating video can capture it....

Thanks @Rockdiamond ! That it interesting. It sounds like a case where it’s best to see a stone in person . What are your thoughts on the price of $2,300 for this stone at .91ct? GIA only list the table size of 57 and depth of 63 on the report, no angles are listed , so there is no way to find out the HCA. The stone is on the deep side, but still faces up a decent size at around 6.15mm. It’s an SI1. I’ve never purchased a colored diamond before, so this is new territory for me .

 

[Rockdiamond]

Vendors are not allowed to comment on wares of other sellers......

 

[Asscherhalo_lover]

If it's easily returnable and you have something to compare it to, I'd order it and see for yourself! Setting it in Rose gold and even with a cup might be able to enhance the color.

 

[2Neesers]

Vendors are not allowed to comment on wares of other sellers......

Sorry! I thought that rule was only if the other seller was identified. Thanks for the reply!

 

[2Neesers]

If it's easily returnable and you have something to compare it to, I'd order it and see for yourself! Setting it in Rose gold and even with a cup might be able to enhance the color.

Great idea! It does seem worth taking a chance on it. Thanks!

 

[Ella]

Sorry! I thought that rule was only if the other seller was identified. Thanks for the reply!

Just to chime in, not sure where that rumor started but it is incorrect. We never allow vendors to comment on other sellers because even if they are not named there are often easily identifiable markers to know who it is. Setup of ASET, photography style, location, web search of the image, etc.

 

[HDer]

Looks like a cool diamond.

Sounds like you know what you're talking about. Read somewhere that anything other than brown yellow or gray under G would be graded fancy.

 

[2Neesers]

Just to chime in, not sure where that rumor started but it is incorrect. We never allow vendors to comment on other sellers because even if they are not named there are often easily identifiable markers to know who it is. Setup of ASET, photography style, location, web search of the image, etc.

Thank you for clarifying! That makes perfect sense

 

[2Neesers]

Looks like a cool diamond.

Sounds like you know what you're talking about. Read somewhere that anything other than brown yellow or gray under G would be graded fancy.

It does look pretty neat and I like that it looks a bit different from the norm. I’m just used to relying on the regular GIA reports that show more info. From what you are saying, it could be tinted anywhere from H on down. I’d guess somewhere in the J/K range looking at comparison videos. Thanks!

 

[princessandthepear]

Just for reference I thought I would post a very light pink marquise diamond. This is a more intense shade than what you are looking at. TBH your diamond will look white most of the time. In some lights it will have a pink tint. If you get it then set it in rose gold with a cup to intensify the pink tint.
This photo was taken under an incandescent light so the color shows warmer than real life.

 

[2Neesers]

Just for reference I thought I would post a very light pink marquise diamond. This is a more intense shade than what you are looking at. TBH your diamond will look white most of the time. In some lights it will have a pink tint. If you get it then set it in rose gold with a cup to intensify the pink tint.
This photo was taken under an incandescent light so the color shows warmer than real life.

That marquise has such a beautiful tint . It’s really very lovely. I am hoping the tint of the stone I am looking at will show a little pink at times, I just wasn’t sure how brownish it will look. I’m definitely okay with it looking white most of the time. Thanks!

 

[bludiva]

i think it's really pretty! i agree with the others who think it'll look white in reality and setting it in rose gold may be a nice way to compliment its unique tint

 

[Rfisher]

I agree with previous posters. It will look white most of the time. It may pick up more of a tint if you utilize rose gold- but only do so if you like rose gold and would wear it anyways. If the vendor has a return policy that you can roll with- get it in to see for yourself - you'll never know what you'll think about it IRL otherwise.
For what it's worth- here's my VLPB in different lighting.
Different beast than the FPB RB you're considering, but strangers and acquaintances have asked if it's a "pink diamond" before. Surprises me.

 

[ZestfullyBling]

Beautiful stone btw.
I'm no expert. Gia faint pinkish brown could be in the k-m lower color range. Seems like most "faint brown" have a slight pinkish tint anyway with or without the "pinkish" description on the GIA report.
Imo the cost is subjective and based on individual vendors parameters , they all differ.

Regarding yellow vs brown tint for comparison:
The solitaire round in my avatar is a GIA Q very light brown it's set in 18k rose gold for comparison the 5 stone are F color. Imo they both look bright and white.

 

[ZestfullyBling]

These topics may help...


www.pricescope.com/community/threads/what-color-diamond-doesnt-have-a-yellow-undertone.168762/

www.pricescope.com/community/threads/gia-grading-and-faint-brown.198251/

 

[2Neesers]

@Rfisher and @ZestfullyBling your stones and settings are beautiful . Thanks for sharing! The links to the other topics were also very helpful. I’ll come back with a comparison picture of the diamond next to my GIA H that is the same size. I’m very curious to see this stone in person.