Thanks in advance for any analysis/advise about the below diamonds. I've been searching for a while and think I have finally narrowed it down to a final 3. I set out to find a round diamond, over 1 carat. Was initially only looking at colorless diamonds, but eventually expanded my search to include G and H, as I feel like it may not make a huge difference with the "True Hearts" diamonds. I was hoping to stay under or just a bit over $8,000 with the stone and setting combined, so all of these diamonds are in my price range.
I am currently awaiting an inspection from James Allen on all three of these diamonds, but it is taking longer than I expected and would like to make a decision in order to have the ring in hand by a certain date. What is your analysis of the below diamonds? Anything I should be concerned about? Pros and cons with each? Am I getting a good bang for my buck?
I hate not having the diamond inspected by JA gemologist, but I'm really getting pressed for time at this point. I've been researching for quite a while, so just want to make sure I'm getting a good deal for the money.
Setting:
https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/14k-white-gold-thin-french-cut-pave-set-diamond-engagement-ring-item-7092
Option #1:
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.06-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2061665
Option #2:
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.11-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-1917076
Option #3:
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.08-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-1925501
Thanks for your help! Also, I have all 3 diamonds on hold, so don't worry if it says "not available"
I am currently awaiting an inspection from James Allen on all three of these diamonds, but it is taking longer than I expected and would like to make a decision in order to have the ring in hand by a certain date. What is your analysis of the below diamonds? Anything I should be concerned about? Pros and cons with each? Am I getting a good bang for my buck?
I hate not having the diamond inspected by JA gemologist, but I'm really getting pressed for time at this point. I've been researching for quite a while, so just want to make sure I'm getting a good deal for the money.
Setting:
https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/14k-white-gold-thin-french-cut-pave-set-diamond-engagement-ring-item-7092
Option #1:
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.06-carat-g-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2061665
Option #2:
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.11-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-1917076
Option #3:
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.08-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-1925501
Thanks for your help! Also, I have all 3 diamonds on hold, so don't worry if it says "not available"