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I'm guessing maybe? It's fun that folks are experimenting with cut now that lgd are cheaper.
Not-of-this-Earth specialty-cut grudge match! (I.e. show me your LGD specialty cuts.)
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I'm guessing maybe? It's fun that folks are experimenting with cut now that lgd are cheaper.
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It reminds me of this cut:
www.dougmenadue.com
Bespoke Gems - Blue Zircon - Kalli - 8.7ct by Doug Menadue — Doug Menadue - Bespoke Gems
The Kalli design is a favorite of mine when it comes to dome cuts. I like the high domed crown and the facet pattern but it's not one I cut often because of the number of facets (185!!!) and the complexity. It takes a while to cut this design so I save it for just the right piece of rough, like this
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It reminds me of this cut:
Bespoke Gems - Blue Zircon - Kalli - 8.7ct by Doug Menadue — Doug Menadue - Bespoke Gems
The Kalli design is a favorite of mine when it comes to dome cuts. I like the high domed crown and the facet pattern but it's not one I cut often because of the number of facets (185!!!) and the complexity. It takes a while to cut this design so I save it for just the right piece of rough, like this
8.7 carats with that dome?
Sheesh...that could light up central park!
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It reminds me of this cut:
Bespoke Gems - Blue Zircon - Kalli - 8.7ct by Doug Menadue — Doug Menadue - Bespoke Gems
The Kalli design is a favorite of mine when it comes to dome cuts. I like the high domed crown and the facet pattern but it's not one I cut often because of the number of facets (185!!!) and the complexity. It takes a while to cut this design so I save it for just the right piece of rough, like this
Oh my gosh that is so cool!! It does remind me a lot of that. Super puffy crown! I have an OEC blue zircon but this is substantially more puffy
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Reagarding Specialty Cuts - this is regarding Old Cuts
I haven't gone through this thread so apologize if this is a repeat question. Who sells the most authentic looking old cuts in LGD? Or is it better to buy an LGD and have Southwest cutters recut it?
I want large and high color, don’t care as much about clarity. I also am looking for lower end price.
Can someone point me to any threads and discussions where this has been done? I recall a PSer did this with Southwest cutters with a nature grown diamond a couple years ago.
Does anyone know how Parks Fine search or custom cut for old cut LGD works?
I haven't gone through this thread so apologize if this is a repeat question. Who sells the most authentic looking old cuts in LGD? Or is it better to buy an LGD and have Southwest cutters recut it?
I want large and high color, don’t care as much about clarity. I also am looking for lower end price.
Can someone point me to any threads and discussions where this has been done? I recall a PSer did this with Southwest cutters with a nature grown diamond a couple years ago.
Does anyone know how Parks Fine search or custom cut for old cut LGD works?
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This one is so unusual. 1.51 carat, $1236. I don't know why it reminds me of a spider web but it does. Here's the link:
www.ritani.com
1.51 Carat Oval Lab Diamond IGI LG586365997 | Ritani
1.51 Carat Oval Lab Diamond VG Cut G Color VVS2 Clarity with diamond report number IGI #LG586365997
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This one is so unusual. 1.51 carat, $1236. I don't know why it reminds me of a spider web but it does. Here's the link:
1.51 Carat Oval Lab Diamond IGI LG586365997 | Ritani
1.51 Carat Oval Lab Diamond VG Cut G Color VVS2 Clarity with diamond report number IGI #LG586365997
I love these step ovals and have yet to see one IRL. SOMEONE BUY IT FOR SCIENCE
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Thanks for your question. I don’t know about authentic because most old cuts are “wonderfully wonky.” Ironically, you may want to search for and/or inquire about LGD old cuts with less than excellent symmetry. If you also want low-color, you may have to search a little harder. Ouros has low color options, which means the rough must be available.
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This would be fun to get as a solitaire.
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This would be fun to get as a solitaire.
I would love it as an east-west solitaire!
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This would be fun to get as a solitaire.
I love the E-W idea. I’m trying to find a photo of David Chang’s wife’s engagement ring, which I recall was E-W in a simple white metal setting (I saw it briefly on her hand on one of his Travel/Food shows). This is another cool setting I’ve found, the jeweler does nice designs, imo.
Montana Sapphire, Australian Sapphire or Moissanite Baguette East West Stacking Ring in Sterling Silver or 14k Gold - Etsy
This Stackable Rings item by esdesigns has 848 favorites from Etsy shoppers. Ships from Altamont, NY. Listed on Apr 12, 2024
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Likewise - I have a feeling a lot of them will be really neat, but not necessarily mathematically or objectively great performers. I've seen zircon cut with that starburst effect - showing a lot of dispersion in the crown but otherwise kinda blah looking. The cut would probably look better in a diamond due to the single refraction. The Portuguese cut in a diamond honestly might not be very exciting. It's designed to retain color in a stone from what I understand - they don't tend to bring out much brightness or dispersion in my experience.
Likewise - I have a feeling a lot of them will be really neat, but not necessarily mathematically or objectively great performers. I've seen zircon cut with that starburst effect - showing a lot of dispersion in the crown but otherwise kinda blah looking. The cut would probably look better in a diamond due to the single refraction. The Portuguese cut in a diamond honestly might not be very exciting. It's designed to retain color in a stone from what I understand - they don't tend to bring out much brightness or dispersion in my experience.
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Yeah I think Portuguese won't look nice in a diamond, but the super tall crowns likely would be neat.
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I don't know the Portuguese cut well enough to compare it to this diamond, but I took some stills of the video for you.
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Diamond sphere from Khamkardiamond on Etsy. They said it was challenging to cut. It is beautiful.
Diamond sphere from Khamkardiamond on Etsy. They said it was challenging to cut. It is beautiful.
I need to start avoiding this thread of temptations.
I really like the Lilly cut posted by the above vendor:
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Not so much crazy, but unusual!
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2.19 Carat Heart Lab Diamond IGI LG606348693 | Ritani
2.19 Carat Heart Lab Diamond VG Cut F Color VS1 Clarity with diamond report number IGI #LG606348693
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Love this thread! Have any of y'all seen stones like these in person? I'm very intrigued as I've just started my search for an anniversary ring and I'm exploring different cuts.
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Yes for the top one with cut corners. I needed it for a particular design but would not have gotten it otherwise.
Help finding LGD like a spring cut
Good news: I ordered a EG diamond that looks like a similar cut. It is beautiful and the cut would be perfect for this project. The EG one is 1.05 ct (K, VS1 GIA) and 7x5mm; for the right look, the ring will probably need a 9x6 LGD center stone which could be 2.5-3 ct. Check out the below...
www.pricescope.com
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Your ring is beautiful! Thank you for the extra info as I'm not sure what kind of design I would want, but good to know it's more for color than fire.
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If anyone's looking for a portrait cut, Frank Darling has a few hidden under the rose cuts:
frankdarling.com
as well as this curiosity:
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diamond-LGO1901124JA | Frank Darling
Sustainably grown lab diamonds and conflict-free natural diamonds. Shop competitively priced GIA diamonds in every shape, from emerald cut to round brilliant.
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as well as this curiosity:
diamond-LGO825123JA | Frank Darling
Sustainably grown lab diamonds and conflict-free natural diamonds. Shop competitively priced GIA diamonds in every shape, from emerald cut to round brilliant.
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I love this cut.
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4.18 Carat Cushion Lab Diamond IGI LG592363347 | Ritani
4.18 Carat Cushion Lab Diamond VG Cut E Color VVS2 Clarity with diamond report number IGI #LG592363347
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