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looking for a 1 ct, I, VS2-SI1

Other than carat size, how does the GOG one compare with the one I listed in the original post? Sorry very new to all these.
 
Well the first point to make is that the original stone has strong blue fluorescence. Was this a conscious decision on your part??

Some people like fluorescence but it is not everybody's cup of tea. Apparently though it can make stones in the warmer colour grades appear whiter in some lighting. Note, all other things being equal, fluorescent stones are normally priced lower than their non fl counterparts. You should be getting more expert input on fluorescence if you request it and an expert strolls by soon.

You should inquire of the vendor as to whether the stone is eye clean - make sure they understand what YOU expect from eyeclean eg from 6 inches perpendicular to table , 45 degree angle, side view etc. Crystal is the main inclusion and in SI graded stones can be visible (especially if they are dark in colour)

Other than that the proportions on the original look good, if slightly shallow, but that gives it a good spread 6.5mm+ diameter)

People here will ask for an ASET/idealscope image for the stone to assess it further.

The GOG (non fluorescent) has only 6.3mm diameter and the purists would say slightly steep pavilion angle. But GOG provide all the diagnostics to assess the stone and I'm sure the experts will be along to review it for you, although it seems to me there may be a couple of 'not so bright' areas around the perimeter of the stone. The clarity looks good with the inclusions to the edge of the diamond. Again check with vendor for eyeclean. Obviously colour is 1 grade higher as well on the GOG (and HPD) stone.

For Rocky's other recommendations both HPD and Brian Gavin provide information for the experts here to assess. The BG stone is fluorescent and also is almost 6.5mm diameter.
 
Welcome UCLU!

Lovely selections from our adorable Racoon as usual and excellent write up from 'geezer!

I will try to come back to this as I can't seem to access the grading report link for the original diamond, my computer seems to be running like rubbish right now ( not unusual :rolleyes: ) but I will try again later.
 
Here is a nice one on JA.
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.05-carat-i-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-328952

I cant get the report to come up on the soloman stone so I cant really comment on it.

Edit
Here is an H/SI2. Its got a lot going on inside but looks pretty clean for an SI2. You will need to ask them if its eye-clean
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.01-carat-h-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-296978

Here is a 1.15 H SI2 that you could ask if eye-clean.
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.15-carat-h-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-321047
 
Thanks everyone for all the help. Think I am leaning towards

1.15 H SI2, (claimed to be eye clean over live chat), $6373
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.15-carat-h-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-321047

1.01 H/SI2, (supposedly eye clean too), $5861
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.01-carat-h-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-296978

or

.96ct, H, SI1, $5344
http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/12116/


Would any of these be considered better value than the rest?
 
Hi OP, I'd maximize size since all 3 are within budget, so I'd go for the H/Si2 that's eye clean and 6.7 mm (over the 6.3 mm) that's a visible difference. If you think you might want to upgrade though later, GOG has a lifetime upgrade on that smaller stone so consider the after market benefits when choosing and make sure you're ok with what each vendor offers. I too had difficulty opening the GIA report link on the SB stone, but was able to select the link under the first one and went directly to GIA site to see the specs. The SB stone looked good to me for further investigation with ASET or ideal scope image, pav angle of 41.0 with the GIA rounding.
 
uclu|1401895041|3686344 said:
Thanks everyone for all the help. Think I am leaning towards

1.15 H SI2, (claimed to be eye clean over live chat), $6373
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.15-carat-h-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-321047
I have to admit that I would go with size if its in your budget.

1.01 H/SI2, (supposedly eye clean too), $5861
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.01-carat-h-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-296978

or

.96ct, H, SI1, $5344
http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/12116/


Would any of these be considered better value than the rest?
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tyty333|1401919479|3686625 said:
uclu|1401895041|3686344 said:
Thanks everyone for all the help. Think I am leaning towards

1.15 H SI2, (claimed to be eye clean over live chat), $6373
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.15-carat-h-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-321047
I have to admit that I would go with size if its in your budget.

1.01 H/SI2, (supposedly eye clean too), $5861
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.01-carat-h-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-296978

or

.96ct, H, SI1, $5344
http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/12116/


Would any of these be considered better value than the rest?
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My thoughts are similar to those of the ladies above, if the Idealscope images check out and if the two JA diamonds are said to be eye clean to YOUR specifications, then you could certainly pick the biggest one. Check also that the twinning wisps aren't causing a loss of brilliance in some lights.

Also if you ever think you might want to upgrade, GOG and JA's upgrade policies vary in their terms and conditions, be sure to check each and factor that into your decision.
 
Got the idealscope images for two stones, how can I upload the pictures?
 
uclu|1402588745|3691609 said:
Got the idealscope images for two stones, how can I upload the pictures?
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Got the two images up, can the experts here help to take a look? Thanks!

1.16 carat-I-SI2, $6,430. Description from merchant: great amount of brilliance, fire and sparkle. The only issue is the feather in the diamond could be picked up by a keen eye, so it is not "eye clean"
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.16-carat-i-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-329125

329125.jpg


1.15 carat-H-SI2, $6,470. Description from merchant: excellent amount of brilliance (white light return), fire (dispersion of color) and sparkle that is well balanced and symmetrical. The inclusions in the diamond are confined to the outside of the diamond and while you are able to see the feather, we could cover it with a prong in the diamond will then be "eye clean"
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.15-carat-h-color-si2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-321047

321047_0.jpg
 
H SI2 b/c eye clean and whiter
 
Hi uclu,

In that case, my preference would be for the H colour as the inclusion in the first ''could be picked up by a keen eye'', I wouldn't want to risk that personally for an engagement ring. That the colour grades are 1 grade apart would not probably be distinguishable to the casual observer but that's a bonus that the H colour is only a few $$ more.

I hope this helps!
 
Lorelei|1402646360|3692210 said:
Hi uclu,

In that case, my preference would be for the H colour as the inclusion in the first ''could be picked up by a keen eye'', I wouldn't want to risk that personally for an engagement ring. That the colour grades are 1 grade apart would not probably be distinguishable to the casual observer but that's a bonus that the H colour is only a few $$ more.

I hope this helps!
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Thanks! Does the ideal scope image look alright? What should I look out for in the picture?
 
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