MyDiamondSparkles
Brilliant_Rock
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Okay, so I got super serious on my hunt for the 4-5 carat OEC. I narrowed it down to the final two--waited for the Las Vegas Show to see if anything else would come available, nothing did--then went with one of the two. I decided I liked one better because it was a higher color. In retrospect I bet there is not much difference between the two and I should have had the other one sent and I may still do that, but I am pretty sure this is the one. It faces up a lot whiter (amazingly white!) than what I thought it would.
First let me say how nice Erica and Grace from www.Jewelsbyericagrace.com have been. I love those gals--so helpful and amazingly patient with my hundreds of questions. They have fabulous customer service.
Sooooo the FedEx box arrived this morning! I expected a diamond in a white envelope, wrapped in bubble wrap, but not so! It was delivered to me in a beautiful box all tied up with a bow.
I am a little fearful that the 72.4% depth on this OMB is too deep. Dave Atlas from http://www.datlas.com (whom I've read is a preferred Pricescope appraiser and very knowledgeable on old cut diamonds) was so kind and took a look at the paperwork and photos, but he couldn't tell much of anything--needs to see it in person. He didn't comment on the depth so I assume it isn't a problem as it's a cushion and those tend to be deeper? I plan on FedExing the diamond to him for a more thorough look at it and then I am sure he will give me more advice. I will say that he said the other diamond might be a better performing stone. The side view of that one has me a scaredy cat on the color although he said he didn't think there would be much of a difference between the two. He also offered to take a look at both stones, give me his opinion then appraise one or the other.
Here's the stats: 4.46 carat, VS2, L Color, OMB (this is EGL). Photos are below--and just in case there are more photos and videos of this as well as my second option here: http://jewelsbyericagrace.smugmug.com/Jewelry/Client-Folders/446-AC-409-OEC-289-Tran-Comp/23176879_SG2wTt#!i=1867754714&k=VfT2bF2
I know some of you saw this diamond as well as my other option in Vegas so if you have comments on which one you liked better bring it on!
First let me say how nice Erica and Grace from www.Jewelsbyericagrace.com have been. I love those gals--so helpful and amazingly patient with my hundreds of questions. They have fabulous customer service.
Sooooo the FedEx box arrived this morning! I expected a diamond in a white envelope, wrapped in bubble wrap, but not so! It was delivered to me in a beautiful box all tied up with a bow.
I am a little fearful that the 72.4% depth on this OMB is too deep. Dave Atlas from http://www.datlas.com (whom I've read is a preferred Pricescope appraiser and very knowledgeable on old cut diamonds) was so kind and took a look at the paperwork and photos, but he couldn't tell much of anything--needs to see it in person. He didn't comment on the depth so I assume it isn't a problem as it's a cushion and those tend to be deeper? I plan on FedExing the diamond to him for a more thorough look at it and then I am sure he will give me more advice. I will say that he said the other diamond might be a better performing stone. The side view of that one has me a scaredy cat on the color although he said he didn't think there would be much of a difference between the two. He also offered to take a look at both stones, give me his opinion then appraise one or the other.
Here's the stats: 4.46 carat, VS2, L Color, OMB (this is EGL). Photos are below--and just in case there are more photos and videos of this as well as my second option here: http://jewelsbyericagrace.smugmug.com/Jewelry/Client-Folders/446-AC-409-OEC-289-Tran-Comp/23176879_SG2wTt#!i=1867754714&k=VfT2bF2
I know some of you saw this diamond as well as my other option in Vegas so if you have comments on which one you liked better bring it on!
If the stone is too deep you will find the central facets look dark in most lighting and when your hand is in motion, they might look "lazy", seeming to stay dark more of the time rather than turning "on off" as your hand moves. From the pics it looks fine in that regard and I doubt JBEG would sell an over depp or over dark stone (though if this is a consignment stone then I am unsure if their own personal standards apply?).
A solitaire will really let this baby shine and be the center of attention. The Sophie is beautiful, for an AC/OMC it has always been my first choice. However, I definitely feel you on wanting to wear the ring all day and wanting it to be safe. Bezels do a great job of that, and they do add some visual weight....that 3+ct bezel ring is a great example! 
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