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MINTNJ

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Hey all wondering if I can get some opinions here on the E ring i bought from blue nile.

I purposefully bought a strong fluorescent ring because her favorite color is blue, and price was also a factor. I was worried about it having oily hazy appearance being that it had a strong flour and I was not able to see it before buying.

I'm purposefully leaving out the details so I can get some opinions on appearance only. What do you all think?

Pic indoors
https://docs.google.com/open?id=0BwuLVwDksTAsaWJpZG5hRjVwUEk
better focus pic
https://docs.google.com/open?id=0BwuLVwDksTAsdWtaemF1UnFycTg


Pic in sunlight
https://docs.google.com/open?id=0BwuLVwDksTAsZldBUGxSU2NUVjA
better focus pic
https://docs.google.com/open?id=0BwuLVwDksTAsNldDeDdoSThWcUE
 
I can't see the pictures. Can you upload them to PS? In the posting box under "Insert" the first icon is the picture uploading tool.
 
Should be able to click on the link to my google documents link. They are high resolution so i didnt' want to upload them here.
 
I say return it. The diamond has no life. No sparkle. It could be the fluorescence or the cut. I think you should post the specs now please so we can have a better idea of what we are looking at and we can help you find something better.

I also have a strong opinion about that setting. I don't like this BN setting it seems like it would be really uncomfortable to wear, the way that the side pave is raised, it seems like it would rub your skin. Ouch.
 
I also want to add that if her favorite color is blue, then get her a sapphire instead of trying to recreate a blue tint with a diamond, unless you can afford a blue diamond. Or, go to Brian Gavin for his Blue line. The diamonds perform a million times better than the one you have.

Since I have no idea what your budget is, here is a link to BGD diamonds:
http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamond/brian-gavins-blue-diamonds-with-fluorescence/

I would look at the "Michelle" halo at BGD, but see if they can make it for a round.
 
Thanks for the critique, i appreciate it as well as your info. The ring is actually pretty sparkly in person, probably more the camera adjusting as i have it on auto.

I'd rather keep the details out so i can get commentary on the appearance but it scores a 1.2 on hca.

Heres a pic on my hand - more natural indirect light.
https://docs.google.com/open?id=0BwuLVwDksTAsTkF1aUw4Sm9Uc3M
 
OP - of all the pics you linked to, the last pic has the nicest image of the center stone (meaning whitest and sparkliest, comparatively speaking) - like the others I too would like to know the specs of the diamond - it *may* be for your budget and your stone preferences (size and fluor over cut, color and clarity) you selected a decent diamond - but pictures alone are insufficient if you truly wish for opinions of your ER. I also agree with the above poster and think that particular BlueNile ER setting would be uncomfortable for everyday wear (and for its style, I think you could find one with much more elegance as well as comfort on the finger).
 
I'm not too sure about the diamonds on the shank being set so high; it adds to the thickness which might make it uncomfortable to wear because it will not allow the fingers to rest next to each other naturally. In terms of diamond cut, I'll leave that to the resident experts.
 
MINTNJ|1348070620|3270925 said:
Thanks for the critique, i appreciate it as well as your info. The ring is actually pretty sparkly in person, probably more the camera adjusting as i have it on auto.

I'd rather keep the details out so i can get commentary on the appearance but it scores a 1.2 on hca.

Heres a pic on my hand - more natural indirect light.
https://docs.google.com/open?id=0BwuLVwDksTAsTkF1aUw4Sm9Uc3M
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That picture is better but it's just a side view so it doesn't really change my opinion because I can't see a full view of the diamond. If you love it, then I think that is all that matters. But, if you are asking if the stone is amazing, I'm going to say no...based on the pictures you provided and since you won't post any additional details, I can only go off the pictures. I would say the diamond has no sparkle, but then you said the camera wasn't adjusted right. So, I'm not sure what else I can add...
 
Then, I would strongly urge you to look at getting your "blue" stone from BGD...they have some beautiful settings too...
 
Whoa...no way will I rule this stone out based on these pictures! Pictures NEVER capture the sparkle you can see in real life! I think the stone is likely fine. Can you tell me the specs from the lab report? (Just saw 1.2 HCA...very good!)

I have a stone with SBF, too, and love it. But the thought of buying it because blue is my favorite color just wouldn't cross my mind! You rarely ever see the blue, and when you do, it is really a very faint lavendar. The good reasons for buying one with it are that it is a beautiful natural phenomenon, it can make lower colors appear whiter, and it can make some stones cost less. My stone did not come from a branded blue line and I would definitely not pay a couple thousand extra for that. I am very happy with my GIA XXX stone with SBF which I got for a very nice price!

By all means don't keep a setting that you don't find comfortable. But wait...you are the guy? Has she tried it on? How do you know whether it would be comfortable to her?
 
In one picture it looks clear in the other it looks slightly hazy. And your photography is not good at all, so I can't tell what's coming from that, and what is coming from the stone.

If you want a Blue Florescent stone and don't want to pay for a really good independent appraisal, but from a vendor that has a gemologist on staff, offers inspections on each stone upon request (JA), or has them prescreened (BGD).

I couldn't in good conscience say whether or not the stone is a keeper from any of your pics.

As for the setting. THAT I can comment on. I don't like it. The pave doesn't look great and that setting looks uncomfortable But if you want a better quality pave halo-- you are going to have to pay more for it.
 
I left out the stone details on purpose, trying to get a gauge on what people may think of the ring as a whole. I see not too many people like the setting, reinforces what Im thinking. Its probably 90% going back. Going to get my sis in law to wear it to gauge comfort - its a surprise so cant ask my girlfiend, haha. Thanks all for the comments, I will check out BGD for sure and other options.
 
diamondseeker2006|1348076055|3271017 said:
Whoa...no way will I rule this stone out based on these pictures! Pictures NEVER capture the sparkle you can see in real life! I think the stone is likely fine. Can you tell me the specs from the lab report? (Just saw 1.2 HCA...very good!)

I have a stone with SBF, too, and love it. But the thought of buying it because blue is my favorite color just wouldn't cross my mind! You rarely ever see the blue, and when you do, it is really a very faint lavendar. The good reasons for buying one with it are that it is a beautiful natural phenomenon, it can make lower colors appear whiter, and it can make some stones cost less. My stone did not come from a branded blue line and I would definitely not pay a couple thousand extra for that. I am very happy with my GIA XXX stone with SBF which I got for a very nice price!

By all means don't keep a setting that you don't find comfortable. But wait...you are the guy? Has she tried it on? How do you know whether it would be comfortable to her?
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Normally I would not, but he refused to post specs and the diamond looks bad to me in the pictures. So, how can we give adequate critique if he wants us to judge by photos alone? I am at a loss today. I think I will just shut up now.
 
MINTNJ|1348077504|3271038 said:
I left out the stone details on purpose, trying to get a gauge on what people may think of the ring as a whole.
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Well, if we were seeing the ring in person, that might be a good idea. But since all we have to rely on is your spotty photography... not really much we can do but tell you what you already know: You shouldn't quit your day job to photograph diamonds (neither should I, don't worry, you aren't alone).
 
Can't comment on the diamond, but I don't like the setting at all. I think you can find a much nicer halo.
 
Pictures are not very good. Sorry we can't be more helpful.

I think the shank is tooo thin, looks anorexic compared to the center+halo.
 
Woah, ok i think i posted this in the wrong forum lol. should have posted in the show me the bling forum, realized this is the grading etc forum. Anyway thanks for all the comments i totally agree this thing is going back today.
 
MINTNJ|1348151796|3271588 said:
Woah, ok i think i posted this in the wrong forum lol. should have posted in the show me the bling forum, realized this is the grading etc forum. Anyway thanks for all the comments i totally agree this thing is going back today.
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No, this is the right forum. Show me the Bling is for things you are keeping and want to show off/brag about. Not for items you want honest opinions on.
 
Um. How in the world does anyone judge sparkle and life - inherently functions of motion and whether the stone is clean - through still photos? This is the definition of jumping the gun.

I love the idea of a diamond with SBF to mark her favourite colour, if you think that is something *she* would appreciate! But I also just like blue fluor, so...

-What is the clarity? If it's an SI, what are the inclusions? List them in the order they appear on the report, top to bottom.
-Does it look "hazy" to *you* IRL?

From the one clearer face-up looks like the proportions are okay, judging by table size and table reflection. Stone isn't actually face-up but can't judge the angle, and some facets under the table are windowing but that could be the proportions or because the stone is dirty, especially pav - again, impossible to tell without clearer photos of a freshly cleaned stone. Post the proportions as listed on the report if you want more input.

Don't like the setting, looks very uncomfortable. Depth (height off the finger) can help prevent compression but does nothing against torque
 
Also clarity can make a diamond hazy especially in a diamond that is SI2 or I clarity with clouds. Even Si1 combo with florescence and clouds could have issues. So... we do need more information.
 
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