Ideal cut spec differences

[dalan71]

Are their opinions out there on who has the better IDEAL cut specifications? I noticed there are differences b/t what is considered an IDEAL cut on this site (the Atlas specifications) and the IDEAL cut specs for a Blue Nile Signature Ideal diamond. I assume they are both good...but is either better? Any knowledgeable opinions? Thanks in advance!

 

[mpark46]

You should check the actual AGS or GIA grading reports for each diamond. AGS will say "AGS Ideal 0" and GIA reports will have a grade of "Excellent."

Don''t go by the "signature ideal" or variation given by the jewelers/websites. Often they will grade a diamond with a "signature ideal" but if you check the actual report, the grading is only a "very good" or sometimes even "good."

If the report is unavailable online, most sites offer to send the report to you via email. This typically takes 24hours or less.