two_little_birds
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Hi, two_little_birds!
If you are OK with GIA 3X, then here's a 2.93 D VS1 HPHT that I found for about $1000 under your budget cap.
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@DejaWiz how do you feel about CVD vs HPHT?
I found these stones, all contenders but the 3.01 is really sticking out to us (currently on hold)...
I found the videos for all four:
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I am not particularly keen on the grainy and hazy appearance of the 3.01 as depicted in the video.
Are you open to diamonds graded by IGI that have the Hearts and Arrows designation on the grading report (as long as the cut precision and optics are top-notch)?
I am not particularly keen on the grainy and hazy appearance of the 3.01 as depicted in the video.
Yup, totally open to IGI that have H&A's designated on the grading report.
I can look for more options, if you'd like.
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@DejaWiz and @0-0-0 I think we're almost there. Our favourite stone so far is the 3ct that DejaWiz selected. Namely as it has fat H&A's and the table is small. Now the search continues for a slightly smaller stone 2.50 to 2.8 preferably, with a 55% or 56% table. Once there I think we'll have a winner!
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Maybe the 2.66 E VVS2 just to have an actual record of growth method and inclusion plot?
Yup, this one was the winner! Yekutiel from ID Jewelry secured it for us and was even able to confirm it's a beautiful stone. He literally had it in hand! He was great to work with.
Thank you 0-0-0 and DejaWiz for your assistance. I will come back and post once I have the stone and again once it's set.
Yup, totally open to IGI that have H&A's designated on the grading report.
I’d check with Alex Park. Not sure if he has something that size in your budget but he’s picky about cut in both his lab and natural stones!
These are examples. I know he can get Hearts & Arrows too. Usually does IGI on his labs but will get a GIA for you if you want and will pay for it.
Looks amazing! Can’t wait to see it set!