Newbie advice on buying a 2-3ct engagement ring

[Kalamazoo]

Hi folks,

I am an active member of other unrelated hobby forums but first appearance here. In those hobbies I'm very familiar with the nuances within grading and would appreciate the advice of the folks here.

I am in the market for a diamond for an engagement ring and am targeting a round, ideal cut, H color, VS2 diamond between 2 and 3 carats likely focused in the middle of the range in terms of size. Focusing in on WhiteFlash I see a few potentials and would very much appreciate the thoughts of the forum.

Any opinions appreciated!

https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4022267.htm

https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4022268.htm

https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4024624.htm

https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4123851.htm
Seemingly low end for the color but better on clarity

https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4104644.htm

 

[lovedogs]

These are all great choices, as all ACA stones will be outstanding performers. I would personally ask WF to take pictures of all of the stones together (and/or take videos) so you can let your own eyes decide. It's always hard to choose between stones with similar specs, so I think pics/videos from them will be the most informative in this case. None are a bad choice by any means!

 

[Kalamazoo]

@lovedogs thanks for the response.

The 2.356ct stone at $28k seemed like the best value but obviously it is priced lower for a reason. The clarity seemed better but the color perhaps low end H.

I'll take your advise on the side by side.