Please help me decide between two H&A round diamonds!

[linesplice]

I have narrowed my search to two diamonds. They are sourced from different vendors. They are both approximately the same size, and are the same cut, color, and clarity. Additionally, polish, symmetry and light performance are all Ideal-0. Their HCA scrores are 1.3 for the diamond on the left of the attached image and 1.4 for the diamond on the right in the attached image. The cost is approximately $500 less for the diamond on the right compared to the one on the left.

Which would you get?
Is the higher return of light in the center of the diamond (red vs. green color) a desirable quality?
Is the blotch of green at the 6 o'clock position on the diamond to the right of concern?
What about the not quite as perfect cuts in the center on the right diamond - will they matter?

Please Help!

 

[linesplice]

No opinions/advice?

 

[Dancing Fire]

please post pics of the hearts.

 

[linesplice]

I didn't want to introduce any vendor bias, but these are the two stones - the first link (BG) is the one on the left in the first attachment:

http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/d...ls/0.822-g-vs2-round-diamond-ags-104055121018

http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2777291.htm

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I am only seeing $100 difference, but still, both stones are outstanding and I see no reason not to buy the one that costs less.

 

[Gypsy]

I'd pick the one by the vendor that has the setting I like the best. It's only 100 bucks so... browse the settings and see who has the one you like the best and go with that stone.

 

[Dreamer_D]

I'd pick the one by the vendor that has the setting I like the best. It's only 100 bucks so... browse the settings and see who has the one you like the best and go with that stone.

Yup.

 

[armywife13]

I'd pick the one by the vendor that has the setting I like the best. It's only 100 bucks so... browse the settings and see who has the one you like the best and go with that stone.

Yup.

+1 it will make the setting process a lot less stressful.

 

[linesplice]

Thanks for the suggestions. I just don't know enough about the stones to understand if what I see in the AGSL computer generated light performance map means anything? Lots of diamonds have the lower return of light in the center - the green circle, and some have the higher return of light. *shrug* I think the BG diamond is probably cut ever so slightly better, but because the pictures of them are taken in different light, it's so difficult to compare. I debated getting both and having them independantly appraised, but that sounded crazy.

My SO enjoys a sort of vintage/art deco look, and so I choose a Tacori setting with a halo (2620RDP). I don't think either vendor was a retailer for them, so I worked with a local jeweler that almost exclusively deals with Tacori. Though it's a reputable store, I still worry about them doing a diamond switch. Is there a way to protect against that?

 

[0-0-0]

I just don't know enough about the stones to understand if what I see in the AGSL computer generated light performance map means anything? Lots of diamonds have the lower return of light in the center - the green circle, and some have the higher return of light. *shrug*

This question comes up again and again but it's not anything to be concerned about.
[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/optimal-agsl-light-performance-map-question-area-above-culet.148354/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/optimal-agsl-light-performance-map-question-area-above-culet.148354/[/URL]

 

[diamondseeker2006]

A good reason for choosing a reputable jewelry store (and Tacori dealers are) is that you don't have to worry about diamond switching. Trust me, if they wanted to go to jail, they'd be choosing bigger diamonds to switch than mine or yours.

The diamonds are equal in quality. You are overanalyzing. I don't even look at the AGS computer generated ASET for ACA's or BG Signature stones because they are idealcut and an idealscope and real hearts and arrows images are provided!

 

[linesplice]

Thanks, THBMok. I have been lurking for quite some time, so I don't know how I didn't come across that post before. Very informative.

Diamondseeker - I know you are right, logically, but that doesn't stop my illogical sense of anxiety about all this from probing to the depths of reason to make me (she'll be happy regardless) feel good about the purchase and the process.

 

[0-0-0]

If you really want to nitpick between the two, one has slightly bigger diameter that is most likely not eye visible even if they are side by side. Frankly, given how close the numbers are and how nice the images look, they would make a perfect match for earrings!

 

[gemmz]

you're definately over analysing. If you physically had these two stones in your hand nobody would be able to tell the difference. You're not going to be walking around with an aset viewer permanently strapped to the diamond. Go into your local jeweler, physically view and handle the stones and choose the one that sings to you. The very idea of buying a diamond over the internet is anathema to anyone with knowledge of diamonds.

 

[bunnycat]

I was reading through information about the subject of the green versus red centers the other day (can't remember the thread, but it was older) and this image got posted:




It had to do with tiny changes in crown and pavilion angles. Crown angle changes are running along the x-axis and pavilion on the y. If I can remember where the heck I was on here I'll post the thread.

 

[Gypsy]

I don't think an independent appraisal which will cost somewhere from 85-300 bucks is gonna do much for you in this case. The appraiser is going to say... they are both equally good, pick one. Which is what we are telling you without charge.

If you think the BGD one is slightly better, then go for that one. There is NO fail. NO bad Choice. AT ALL. You can't mess this decision up. I promise.

You've got analysis paralysis. That's in your head... it's not in the diamonds. So:

Take a deep breath, grab your courage, and take the plunge on one of them.

 

[linesplice]

Thanks everyone. I went with the Whiteflash rock. I got it a few hundred less than it was listed, so I have my fingers crossed.

 

[maiell1]

I am getting my WF stone in a few weeks, mom is bringing it to me. She says she cannot get over how much it sparkles, she has never seen diamond sparkle so much. Totally thrilled. I am sure WF will have done you very well.