Need advice on these 1ct stones

[Alecitro]

I would like to buy tonight or tomorrow. I really appreciate any help. My setting is a vintage white gold, 18k, halo, with white stones g/h (http://www.lovemyromance.com/engagement-rings/vintage-semi-mount-diamond-ring-7327.html?___SID=U)
I'm slightly worried about I color, even if I can't tell the difference between I and H (I was told that it would be fine). What I like about WF is the upgrade policy (even if it's a bit above budget). #1 and #5 looks like a good opportunity.

Here is what I found:

JA (reserved), 1.02, H VVS2, AGS 0, $6,200 https://www.jamesallen.com/mobile/l...at-h-color-vvs2-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-2571226

JA, F, SI1 (eye clean), $6,000 https://www.jamesallen.com/mobile/l...f-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-3012872

WF, I, VS2, AGS 0, $6,600 https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-3836203.htm

WF, H, SI1, AGS0, (eye clean), $6,600 https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-3817244.htm

B2C (reserved) I, VS1, AGS0, $4,600, http://www.b2cjewels.com/dd/9179334/round-diamond-I-color-VS1-Clarity?sku=9179334

I appreciate your input. Please, let me know if you see something better.

Thanks!

 

[ringo865]

Who will set the stone into that setting? Usually people find it easier to have the diamond seller set the stone - even better when they can provide the setting. This way you can ensure the setting fits the stone.

Have you seen diamonds sit lower into halos? They look pretty integrated. This setting is okay but I wouldn't like the diamond sticking up that far out of the halo.

 

[Alecitro]

I agree with you, it would have been better to have everything centralized. I didn't take the easiest route. I bought the setting in a shop where my GF sister lives (she really like that setting). The store in question won't set a stone that is not bought in their store. Fortunately, I found a reputable store by my place that would set the stone.

The setting will accommodate a 6.5mm stone.

You are bringing a good point, I didn't Pay attention to this, I thought that .05-.1 mm wouldn't matter. How high/low would be the sweet spot? I should stop by the store tomorrow and see how it would look with a 0.9 and 1 carat.

 

[Alecitro]

I went to the store today to double check measurements and colors. As expected, it's made for a 1 carat, the I colored stones looks good right by it.

Any thoughts on these stones above?

 

[ringo865]

Whiteflash as the most generous upgrade policies (even if you don't think you'll ever need it (she might))!! I'd take the WF IVS2 ACA. Ask them if they'll set your stone.

 

[Alecitro]

Thanks for the feedback. I talked to them, they would set the stone for $100 (plus shipping, $25 I think), which is alright.

 

[ringo865]

Yah, do that. Send your setting to whiteflash and have them set their ACA into it. Ooh. It's gonna be beautiful!!