Opinion on these two round cut stones

[Makem]

Hi all,

I’m thinking of getting my mom a ring for Xmas. I have reserved these two stones. One is 2.32ct ($1.8k) and the other one is 2.20ct ($1.5k). Is the $300 price difference worth it? Here are the stats. I will see them in person hopefully next week!

 

[Kim N]

I like the cut of the 2.32 more. You'd also be getting an additional 0.2mm in spread, which is the point at which many people start to tell a size difference.

 

[Makem]

I like the cut of the 2.32 more. You'd also be getting an additional 0.2mm in spread, which is the point at which many people start to tell a size difference.

thanks Kim! @DejaWiz care to give me your opinion? lol the 2.20 is already secured and I'm still awaiting the 2.32

 

[lovedogs]

I much prefer the 2.32

 

[DejaWiz]

Here's the 2.20:

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And here's the 2.32:

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What's your budget cap?

 

[musicloveranthony]

Though they both are graded as ideal cut proportions I don't believe either has exceptional optical symmetry. I'm not sure if that's a requirement for you, but thought I'd point it out

 

[Kim N]

Here are a couple more for you to take a look at.

2.37 Carat Round Lab Grown Diamond F Color VS2 Clarity Ideal Cut | Ritani

2.37 Carat Round Lab Diamond ID Cut F Color VS2 Clarity with diamond report number IGI #LG526265508

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2.21 Carat Round Lab Grown Diamond F Color VS1 Clarity Ideal Cut | Ritani

2.21 Carat Round Lab Diamond ID Cut F Color VS1 Clarity with diamond report number IGI #LG517211090

www.ritani.com

 

[Makem]

Here's the 2.20:

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And here's the 2.32:

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What's your budget cap?

They both look the same to me Lol am I missing something? My cap budget for the stone is $2k. I’d go smaller but my moms finger is bigger than mine

 

[Makem]

Here are a couple more for you to take a look at.

2.37 Carat Round Lab Grown Diamond F Color VS2 Clarity Ideal Cut | Ritani

2.37 Carat Round Lab Diamond ID Cut F Color VS2 Clarity with diamond report number IGI #LG526265508

www.ritani.com

2.21 Carat Round Lab Grown Diamond F Color VS1 Clarity Ideal Cut | Ritani

2.21 Carat Round Lab Diamond ID Cut F Color VS1 Clarity with diamond report number IGI #LG517211090

www.ritani.com

Thanks Kim!! Both are within my budget. For the 2.37, is the depth too deep you think?

 

[Kim N]

Thanks Kim!! Both are within my budget. For the 2.37, is the depth too deep you think?

Not at all, it's within the acceptable range.

 

[Makem]

Not at all, it's within the acceptable range.

The inclusions in the 2.37 look bad. What do you think? Might still be eye clean in person though

 

[lovedogs]

The inclusions in the 2.37 look bad. What do you think? Might still be eye clean in person though

I think it will be eye clean in person

 

[Kim N]

The inclusions in the 2.37 look bad. What do you think? Might still be eye clean in person though

I agree with lovedogs--I think it will be eye-clean.

 

[Makem]

I think it will be eye clean in person

I agree with lovedogs--I think it will be eye-clean.

Thanks for your help, Kim!!

 

[DejaWiz]

Some HPHT options to take a look at, three links for each:

2.27 Carat Round Lab Grown Diamond D Color VS2 Clarity Ideal Cut | Ritani

2.27 Carat Round Lab Diamond ID Cut D Color VS2 Clarity with diamond report number IGI #LG550256651

www.ritani.com

Verify Your Report | Verify Your Diamond Online | IGI

IGI's Verify Your Report service permits quick and convenient confirmation that your report matches what is recorded in the IGI database.

www.igi.org

Loupe360

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2.16 Carat Round Lab Grown Diamond D Color VS2 Clarity Ideal Cut | Ritani

2.16 Carat Round Lab Diamond ID Cut D Color VS2 Clarity with diamond report number IGI #LG528220363

www.ritani.com

Verify Your Report

Ensure authenticity & accuracy of your report here. Verify your gemstone report online for complete confidence in your precious investments.

www.igi.org

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You can compare diameter/spread between two diamonds at diamdb.com

 

[Makem]

Hi @Kim N I ended up getting the 2.20. I saw both stones in person today and they look exactly the same lol the ritani consultant who showed me the stones said it’d be better if I had two completely different stones and advised me to go with the 2.20 due to the $114 price difference. I checked on stone algo and the 2.20 actually had a cut score of 9.6 vs. 9.5 on the 2.37 (not sure how reliable stone algo is but I cannot differentiate the two stones with my naked eye haha)

 

[Kim N]

Hi @Kim N I ended up getting the 2.20. I saw both stones in person today and they look exactly the same lol the ritani consultant who showed me the stones said it’d be better if I had two completely different stones and advised me to go with the 2.20 due to the $114 price difference. I checked on stone algo and the 2.20 actually had a cut score of 9.6 vs. 9.5 on the 2.37 (not sure how reliable stone algo is but I cannot differentiate the two stones with my naked eye haha)

That's the best way to do it, letting your eyes be your guide. They both look great in the photo. Congrats on your purchase!

 

[Makem]

That's the best way to do it, letting your eyes be your guide. They both look great in the photo. Congrats on your purchase!

Thanks so much for your help!! I compared them to my earth mined diamond and they honestly look better. Tempted to just keep the 2.20 for myself (I have a 1.7)

 

[Kim N]

Thanks so much for your help!! I compared them to my earth mined diamond and they honestly look better. Tempted to just keep the 2.20 for myself (I have a 1.7)

You're very welcome! And far be it from me not to enable...

 

[Makem]

You're very welcome! And far be it from me not to enable...

there it is!!! I’m really tempted to just keep it for myself lol. It’s nicer than mine!!

 

[Kim N]

there it is!!! I’m really tempted to just keep it for myself lol. It’s nicer than mine!!

It looks beautiful on your hand! Just sayin'...

 

[Makem]

It looks beautiful on your hand! Just sayin'...

Forreal. Mine looks tiny in comparison..