Please help a newbie pick out a diamond!

[samzclub77]

Hello! I'm really new to the diamond world. I'm currently in the market for a loose diamond for my girlfriend for an engagement ring! This website has been immensely helpful for many of my questions. I'm looking for a diamond that's at least 1 carat, H, VS2, and a very high cut (for peace of mind purposes). My max budget is around 9k. I currently have my list narrowed down to 3 diamonds:

http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/d...ls/1.040-h-vs2-round-diamond-ags-104076722017

http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-3208285.htm

http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-3186646.htm

Any input (or other diamond suggestions) would be greatly appreciated!!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Both WF stones cost less than the BG stone, and the 1.02 WF stone has the same diameter as the 1.04 BG stone.

Between the two WF stones, it is mostly a toss up, but for the tiny price difference, I would personally choose the 1.05.

 

[samzclub77]

Thank you very much for your input. I ended up get the BGD. They were able to give me a 5% discount for a direct wire that put the price closer to the WF diamonds. I can't wait to see it in person.

 

[RockyRacoon]

Did you happen to see this stone?

It is larger, with better clarity, and is significantly less expensive than the stone you had linked:
1.033ct, H, VS1
http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamonds/diamond-details/1.033-h-vs1-round-diamond-ags-bl-104076040009


If you can still swap the stone you ordered, I would do so!

 

[samzclub77]

Yes, I actually debated quite a bit with that particular diamond. Including all of the articles, forum posts, and youtube videos. At the end of the day, I just wasn't sure if my girlfriend would like the added florescent effect (although I thought it was really neat).