Opinion on this Asscher diamond is GREATLY appreciated~

[doobao]

Hi everyone,

I would really like to know your opinion of this Asscher cut diamond.
I''m a little concern about the I color, but I''m not a diamond expert of any kind, so any opinion is highly appreciated.

Or if you can recommand any vender''s specific stone, that would be even more owesome.

Below is the information from GIA.
Big big thanks in advance.

Square Emerald Cut

Measurements: 5.65 x 5.63 x 4.28 mm

Carat Weight: 1.13

Color Grade: I

Clarity Grade: VS2

Proportions:

Depth: 76.0 %

Table: 65 %

Girdle: Slightly Thick to Thick

Culet: None

Finish:

Polish: Excellent

Symmetry: Excellent

Fluorescence: Faint

Comments: Pinpoints are not shown. Surface graining is not shown.

 

[MWG]

Would love to see a picture of the stone. It would make it easier to make an assessment.

Good Luck
MWG

 

[swingirl]

It is extremely deep. The extra depth makes it face up small. Of course, asschers have to be looked at and you cannot go by numbers alone. Working with a vendor who can supply photos is your best bet.

 

[doobao]

Thank you for your input.

Here is a picture~

It's actually set as a halo. I fell in love with the ring, but I'm not sure if I should buy an Asscher diamond and set it in a pink halo, or to buy this ring since I'm not familiar with diamonds, especially Asschers.

You can find more pictures here: http://rockdiamond.com/index.php?crn=199&rn=771&action=show_detail

 

[strmrdr]

not too fond of I color in asschers....
that deep it would have to be an antique asscher for me to consider it.
not that likely with a 65% table...
I wouldn''t bother with it....

 

[strmrdr]

now that iv seen the pics my verdict is total suckage.
The windmills suck and its too deep.

 

[Ellen]

Date: 4/12/2007 7:01:13 PM
Author: strmrdr
now that iv seen the pics my verdict is total suckage.
The windmills suck and its too deep.

Is it just me, or are you referring to what I'm seeing, which is that they look like they just stop about halfway to the middle of the stone?

 

[strmrdr]

Date: 4/12/2007 7:39:11 PM
Author: Ellen

Date: 4/12/2007 7:01:13 PM
Author: strmrdr
now that iv seen the pics my verdict is total suckage.
The windmills suck and its too deep.

Is it just me, or are you referring to what I''m seeing, which is that they look like they just stop about halfway to the middle of the stone?

yep

 

[swingirl]

And how did that stone get an EXCELLENT for symmetry? I guess the odd windmills are all symmetrically odd?

 

[Ellen]

LOL@swingirl!

Thanks strm.

 

[doobao]

How can I not love PS?

Thank you all so much for your knowledgable advises.
You just saved me from spending over 5 gram that''s not near its true value.

Thank you

 

[doobao]

If you experts don''t mind me asking some more questions....

Besides "deep depth", "large table", "lower color" that are mentioned,
what are other things should be taken into consideration when choosing an Asscher?

Thank you

 

[kellyfish]

There are tons of threads on choosingg asschers!! Just do a search and there will be lots of great information for you to digest. You have come to the right place. Post pics of your candidates and the pros will help you sort them out and get a really good one.

Best wishes and happy hunting!!

 

[Kaleigh]

I''m glad your passing on this asscher. There is a great thread in the FAQ section, that should bring you up to speed. And almost always we will ask for pics. They tell the real story, more so than the numbers.

 

[doobao]

Thank you, kellyfish & Kaleigh~

I just went to the FAQ, & WOW am I educated!!!!?

Now...keep hunting!

 

[strmrdr]

your welcome.
If you have any specific questions after reading the faq threads feel free to ask.