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I’m not even sure how to evaluate these new old style cuts. Are you looking for the one that looks the most authentic? Or the one with the best light return? Or…?. It’s just usually a totally different set of criteria with true old cuts because each is totally unique. So there needs to be different parameters for evaluating these new ones that are all cut to a particular pattern.
 
Hahaha I hear you completely! I would say the one(s) with the best light return and material.
 
I'm just not fond of this cut. Culets are too big and some (most?) of them go dark under the table.

Are there videos of any of them?
 
Have you seen Alex Park’s IG recently? He’s been posting OECs. I know he can also source for you.

And I agree with @0-0-0 above!
 
0-0-0 said:
627445081 should be the brightest of the bunch

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I like this one. Center stays lit and it has amazing kozibe.

It’s a weird cut though. It mixes features of an oec and a transitional.
 
tyty333 said:
I'm just not fond of this cut. Culets are too big and some (most?) of them go dark under the table.
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Ahh ok! You are not a fan of OEC in general - or just this particular type?
 
0515vision said:
Have you seen Alex Park’s IG recently? He’s been posting OECs. I know he can also source for you.
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I have not! Thanks for the tip!
Dreamer_D said:
I like this one. Center stays lit and it has amazing kozibe.
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Dreamer_D said:
It’s a weird cut though. It mixes features of an oec and a transitional.
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Awesome, thanks! Do you just like this one the most out of that crappy bunch? LOL Or does your gut say this could be a top-of-the-line OEC in terms of performance?
 
mccsbobo said:
I have not! Thanks for the tip!


Awesome, thanks! Do you just like this one the most out of that crappy bunch? LOL Or does your gut say this could be a top-of-the-line OEC in terms of performance?
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It looks like it will be a sparkly diamond! I would not call it an OEC, as it mixes too many different eras of cut styles.
 
Keep in mind those videos are the same as viewing the diamond at 4 inches so its not always a good indication if it will be over dark in person for oec cuts,
 
mccsbobo said:
Ahh ok! You are not a fan of OEC in general - or just this particular type?
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Love OECs...just not this type but, taste varies so its certainly fine if you love this cut!
 
tyty333 said:
I'm just not fond of this cut. Culets are too big and some (most?) of them go dark under the table.

Are there videos of any of them?
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I agree, i don't like big culets - and i LOOOOOVE OECs.

I wouldn't call them crappy!! Everyone has what they like best, some people really love a big culet!! Everyone likes something different! However, if we're talking about what "more people would choose when evaluating an OEC" i don't know that these would be the majority choice... that doesnt make them bad, if you like big culets then i agree with Dreamer and 0-0-0, that one has some cool kozibe!

I also agree with Karl that you have to see them in person in different light. things look different from normal viewing distance

Do you like a big culet like this, or is this just a case of this is what you could get?
 
Out of curiosity, what do people think of the new lab OECs from Ivy and Rose? Obviously it's a smaller culet, but I know nothing else about facet patterns!

ivyandrose.com

2 CARAT OLD EUROPEAN CUT LAB CREATED DIAMOND CERTIFIED D VS1 LOOSE VINTAGE STYLE

Highlights:- Substantial 2.00 carat size- Old European cut! This is a reproduction of this charming vintage style!- IGI certified- Perfectly white and colorless with D color- Very clean with a grade of VS1- This diamond is lab grown. It offers all the beauty and durability of an earth mined...
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Ooh this looks great! I personally do not like large culets so never wanted an old cut, despite really liking the faceting otherwise, I just cant unsee the hole. So if they're making the culet tiny then may be time for me to add one to my collection!
 
newtojewels said:
Out of curiosity, what do people think of the new lab OECs from Ivy and Rose? Obviously it's a smaller culet, but I know nothing else about facet patterns!

ivyandrose.com

2 CARAT OLD EUROPEAN CUT LAB CREATED DIAMOND CERTIFIED D VS1 LOOSE VINTAGE STYLE

Highlights:- Substantial 2.00 carat size- Old European cut! This is a reproduction of this charming vintage style!- IGI certified- Perfectly white and colorless with D color- Very clean with a grade of VS1- This diamond is lab grown. It offers all the beauty and durability of an earth mined...
ivyandrose.com ivyandrose.com
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I have this same question. Asked them a while back if the photos are of the exact stone being sold and was told yes it was.

I don’t know if it’s their particular glamour photo style that is what I’m catching ……
But I’m seeming to see a bit more unique wonk in the cut compared to other vendors versions of newly cuts.
 
Rfisher said:
I have this same question. Asked them a while back if the photos are of the exact stone being sold and was told yes it was.

I don’t know if it’s their particular glamour photo style that is what I’m catching ……
But I’m seeming to see a bit more unique wonk in the cut compared to other vendors versions of newly cuts.
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Yeah, it doesn't seem to have that perfected modern antique look, but of course I would love to see a video in realistic lighting since I'm no expert. I noticed that a few of them have sold so I'm curious if anyone here will post something.... It seems like they could pass as natural antique stones if that's someone's goal, especially if they cut them in lower colors.
 
newtojewels said:
Out of curiosity, what do people think of the new lab OECs from Ivy and Rose? Obviously it's a smaller culet, but I know nothing else about facet patterns!

ivyandrose.com

2 CARAT OLD EUROPEAN CUT LAB CREATED DIAMOND CERTIFIED D VS1 LOOSE VINTAGE STYLE

Highlights:- Substantial 2.00 carat size- Old European cut! This is a reproduction of this charming vintage style!- IGI certified- Perfectly white and colorless with D color- Very clean with a grade of VS1- This diamond is lab grown. It offers all the beauty and durability of an earth mined...
ivyandrose.com ivyandrose.com
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I have always liked them from the pictures but curious to see a video (also too small for my taste hahahaha)
 
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