Infinity diamonds

[Jmrxb6]

Need help deciding between two diamonds. Any thoughts? Do I get the vs2 or stick with the si1? It's an infinity diamond.

 

[AVCadmirer]

I think it depends. If the price difference is not a huge amount I would go with the VS2. However if its completely eye clean and a good saving I wouldn't hesitate to get the S11.

 

[leyhuong]

You can never go wrong with an Infinity diamond. They will blow your socks off

However, based on the specs on the certificate alone, I would prefer the Si1 one.

 

[Jim Summa]

Hi Jmrxb6
I think looking at the stones in different light would help with any doubts about which diamond would be the best choice for you.
Best regards,

 

[cflutist]

Here is something else to think about.

CBI diamonds are already in the top half of the top 1% of all diamonds ever cut in terms of cutting. Both are highly desirable diamonds. Between the two, in my opinion, I would choose the 1.05 ct. because if there was any minor damage to the diamond there would be a better chance of repair while retaining both the CBI grading AND the 1.00 ct weight.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

If you cannot physically see both diamonds at the same time, ask for a video of the two stones. It is just a shot in the dark for us to choose one from paper. That said, I prefer VS2 or higher, personally. The SI1 would have to have white inclusions that were impossible to see with the eye for me to consider it.

 

[Sunstorm]

Out of these two, I would pick the VS2 overall preferred. Also, clouds not shown on the report of the SI1 makes me a bit concerned. That said, both should be creme de la creme being CBI.

 

[Jmrxb6]

would these clouds impact the diamonds light performance or integrity on a noticeable level on the si1? Also, if it is a white inclusion, how do I tell?

 

[canvasback]

would these clouds impact the diamonds light performance or integrity on a noticeable level on the si1? Also, if it is a white inclusion, how do I tell?

They most likely would have zero effect on light performance. The best way to answer these questions is to have the gemologist(s) pull the stones and give you a short write up on the stones based upon whatever questions you choose to ask. A video would be lovely as well.

 

[cflutist]

would these clouds impact the diamonds light performance or integrity on a noticeable level on the si1? Also, if it is a white inclusion, how do I tell?

All of the images (hearts, arrows, Idealscope, ASET) and a video of this diamond are available on Wink's HPD website. Please have a look.

http://www.highperformancediamonds.com/index.php?page=view-id-diamond-infinity-new&id=867

I believe that all CBI dealers have access to the same database of their diamonds. I studied many of them before ordering my own custom "cut-to-order" CBI diamond.