Is it worth it to get a diamond recut?

[Karl_K]

I have noticed that in particular emerald cuts with “good” asets do not appeal to me because the facets don’t sparkle the same way the ones with “bad” asets do - they go on and off all at once rather than alternating, basically. Which is exactly what a mostly-red aset would predict, I guess. I think you could probably find a way to read one to find the emerald cuts I like but I haven’t seen enough to know.

It is usually caused by oversized p2 pavilion angles close to 41 degrees, large red blobs in ASET can be an indication of issues in step cuts.
See the carre' cut above. Similar principle.

 

[Garry H (Cut Nut)]

I have noticed that in particular emerald cuts with “good” asets do not appeal to me because the facets don’t sparkle the same way the ones with “bad” asets do - they go on and off all at once rather than alternating, basically. Which is exactly what a mostly-red aset would predict, I guess. I think you could probably find a way to read one to find the emerald cuts I like but I haven’t seen enough to know.

I use a form of 3D stereoscopic ASET and Ideal-scope

 

[Serg]

I use a form of 3D stereoscopic ASET and Ideal-scope

Hi Garry,
Stereo ASET is more effective instrument than the original ASET design.
To receive correct results you need add body obscuration to ASET pattern .
Body obscuration is bigger than head obscuration. it is not logical to use structure light with only head obscuration to grade diamond performance .

 

[Serg]

Thx. I probably should have clarified I was only referring to round diamonds.

All my statements about ASET images are for any cut( round and fancy cuts)
Lets consider 2 pairs ASET images :

1st pair


Left has strong contrast and bright red color. Right has partial leakage under table.
Most advisers on PS will prefer the left diamond from this pair because it looks almost as "Ideal" cut . Right?
But the right diamond has much better optical performance .
you can not recognise from left ASET image that the black arrows are Dead( they are always black during the diamond tilting) . They create dead static contrast when partial leakage in the right diamond create dynamical contrast and great fire.

2nd pair


Which is a better diamond?

 

[Serg]

P40.15 Cr32.75 vs P41.34Cr34.92
real diamonds, real movies( not Photoreal)
https://cutwise.com/~akLY

 

[TODiamonds]

Thanks for providing these comparisons Serg - very interesting.

The website you use to compare the diamonds is a great tool, I wish I had access to something like that! I love how you can get more precise readings on the angles - the GIA report shows PA 41.4 yet your tool shows it at 41.34 - quite a statistically meaningful difference.

 

[Ibrakeforpossums]

It’s very convenient that Pricescope saves all your photos!



That was one of the ideas floating around in my head! My only concern is I don’t wear necklaces often. My main jewelry staples are my 2 rings and my bangle. I want to be a variety kind of person, but I’m not.

My husband offered to take me to either Whiteflash or High Performance Diamonds this fall but it looks like our dog needs surgery and recovery is an 8 week ordeal according to our vet, so that’s being pushed off. Maybe until next year because there’s no way I’m traveling to anywhere that isn’t Hawaii in the winter. With the way everyone talks about their super ideals here though, I’m sure I’ll love them. Even if it’s just a mental thing.

The advice to compare your diamond to some super-ideal cuts seems wise since the evidence would be right in front of you. But there's time, those diamonds will always be there when you're ready. I think your present ring is gorgeous and you and your husband - who clearly cares about you - should take care of the dog and put everything on the back burner.

 

[AV_]

... looks almost as "Ideal" cut ...
you can not recognise from left ASET image that the black arrows are Dead (they are always black during the diamond tilting) . They create dead static contrast

It is forgiven - WWW

2p

 

[HDer]

@Serg really enjoy your commentary and platform.

 

[Dreamer_D]

From your pictures, I think your diamonds just need a really good cleaning

 

[winnietucker]

From your pictures, I think your diamonds just need a really good cleaning

My husband approved an upgrade, diamonds selected and everything, so the recut idea is dead lol.

 

[mwilliamanderson]

Great news! I’m happy for you