Narrowed down to two, help me decide!

[SalanG]

I took everyone''s advice and went to the jeweler today. I now feel comfortable purchasing a slightly included ring. Here are the finalists:

Contenders:
http://www.bluenile.com/round-diamond-1-carat-very-good-cut-f-color-si1-clarity_LD01281717
$4650
www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/H-VS2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1255065.asp
34.5/40.8 degree angles
$4500
Runners-Up:
http://www.bluenile.com/round-diamond-1-carat-very-good-cut-g-color-si1-clarity_LD01422372
$4650

www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/F-SI2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1254733.asp
$3950
Www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/G-VS1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1248046.asp
$4150



I think it is a pretty solid bunch. Now it''s really a decision of which vendor I like better. Thanks to everyone who got me to this point...I never thought it would happen. I should have the ring set before I leave on vacation. I will take pictures of whatever I choose when I get back!


Any last input will be helpful!

 

[ImpatientOne]

The JA diamond says it is no longer available and I am unable to access the pics. However, based on the descriptions, I would choose the JA diamond based on the "Ideal" cut versus the BN "Very Good" cut. JMHO!

 

[SalanG]

They are unavailable because I have them on hold

 

[jet2ks]

Glad to hear you went to the jeweler's. Takes a load off, doesn't it?

Of the first two, I like the angles on the JA stone better. The BN diamond is probably OK, and they do have a good return policy, it is just that a 40.4 pavillion angle starts to get a little shallower than I prefer. The numbers on the runners up are all good, as well.

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 8/12/2009 10:28:13 PM
Author: jet2ks
Glad to hear you went to the jeweler's. Takes a load off, doesn't it?

Of the first two, I like the angles on the JA stone better. The BN diamond is probably OK, and they do have a good return policy, it is just that a 40.4 pavillion angle starts to get a little shallower than I prefer. The numbers on the runners up are all good, as well.

Agreed. Check that the cloud on the second BN diamond isn't impacting brilliance by asking someone to check it for you should you decide to purchase.