Please Offer Opinion on These 2 Diamonds

[BrianM]

Hello,

I would please like some feedback as to the 2 following diamonds I am considering (Info from the GIA reports). They are both pretty much the same price. I''m new at all this, so please be gentle!

Diamond #1:

Measurements: 7.37 - 7.45 x 4.56mm
1.54ct
I color
S2 clarity
Excellent cut grade
Depth: 61.5%
Table: 57%
Crown Angle: 33 deg
Crown Height: 14%
Pavilion Angle: 41.4 deg
Pavilion Depth: 43.5%
Star Length: 60%
Lower half: 80%
Girdle: Medium to Slightly Thick, Faceted
Culet: None
Polish: Excellent
Symmetry: Very Good
Fluorescence: None


Diamond #2:

Measurements: 7.26 - 7.32 x 4.51mm
1.50ct
I color
S2 clarity
Very Good cut grade
Depth: 61.9%
Table: 57%
Crown Angle: 34.5 deg
Crown Height: 14.5%
Pavilion Angle: 40.8 deg
Pavilion Depth: 43%
Star Length: 55%
Lower half: 80%
Girdle: Medium to Thick, Faceted
Culet: None
Polish: Very Good
Symmetry: Very Good
Fluorescence: None

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


Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks,

-Brian

 

[JulieN]

maybe 2.

 

[kcoursolle]

I like number two better based on numbers, but you should make sure it''s eye-clean since it''s an SI2.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Date: 10/14/2006 5:28:59 PM
Author: kcoursolle
I like number two better based on numbers, but you should make sure it''s eye-clean since it''s an SI2.

I agree with all of the above, but the thick part of the girdle would bother me. It''s making the diamond face up smaller than a 1.5 ct . should. A 1.5 should be 7.4mm in diameter.

Really, you can find better diamonds than these.

 

[BrianM]

Okay, here''s another one that adds about $1000 to the price.

Just to add to the discussion, neither my fiance nor myself are EXTREMELY picky when it comes to the diamond. Not that we don''t want a very nice looking and sparkly one, but we also want something that is reasonable in price. (if that is possible!)

Diamond #3:
Measurements: 7.42 - 7.46 x 4.55mm
1.54ct
J color
VS2 clarity
Excellent cut grade
Depth: 61.2%
Table: 57%
Crown Angle: 34 deg
Crown Height: 14.5%
Pavilion Angle: 41 deg
Pavilion Depth: 43.5%
Star Length: 55%
Lower half: 80%
Girdle: Medium, Faceted
Culet: None
Polish: Very Good
Symmetry: Excellent
Fluorescence: None

Comments: Additional Ccouds are not shown. Surface graining is not shown.

How about this one as compared to the other 2?

Thanks again!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Now this new one looks like the best so far!!!

 

[JulieN]

What is the price?

I'll probably tell you what /I'd/ get for the same amount.

 

[BrianM]

Okay, now if you have a moment could you explain to me what makes you say that this is the best one and also what negatives might be associated with it? Will this give us a good "WOW" factor?

I appreciate the feedback!

 

[JulieN]

The only positives I see over 2 are the "excellent" symmetry and the girdle.

Nothing that screams wow to me...

However, I do know that diamondseeker favors VS stones.

 

[BrianM]

The first 2 are around $7400 and the third is around $8400.

 

[JulieN]

With the caveat that it is eye-clean or eye-cleanish, depending on your level of comfort, and that the inclusions do not make it look cloudy:

1.55 J SI2, 8K http://www.diamondexpert.com/diamonds/dbs.cgi?sf=detd.setup.cgi&active=active&stock=RB60107541&submit_search=1 Would be a good choice if you're looking for one of the finest cut diamonds.

If you want just under 1.5 (you'll notice that it's bigger than 2)
http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/2039/

For non H&A:
1.56 I SI1 8.5K http://www.jamesallen.com/diamond.asp?b=16&a=12&cid=131&item=860626 (needs Sarin and Ideal Scope)
1.58 J VS2 7.8K http://www.jamesallen.com/diamond.asp?b=16&a=12&cid=131&item=859907
1.59 J SI1 7.8K http://www.jamesallen.com/diamond.asp?b=16&a=12&cid=131&item=937925
-You might ask which one is whiter. the slightly shallow crown on the last one might improve color?

 

[BrianM]

Julie, since I am still new at this could you explain what makes your suggestion that much better than the ones I presented here?

I appreciate the help, immensely....

-Brian

 

[JulieN]

pictures.

 

[BrianM]

Okay, so then the last one that I posted isn''t necessarily any worse than the one you provided but I won''t know until I see pictures or the diamond in person. Is that correct?

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Date: 10/14/2006 7:01:12 PM
Author: JulieN
The only positives I see over 2 are the 'excellent' symmetry and the girdle.

Nothing that screams wow to me...

However, I do know that diamondseeker favors VS stones.

Lol! Actually, that is true but had nothing to do with my thought process! I also favor I color over J, but I had other things I did not like about the first two stones. #2 is 1.5 cts and has a diameter of 7.26-7.32 when it should have a diameter of 7.4mm. I assume it is the thick girdle that is causing that. I just woudn't want a 1.5 that faced up like a 1.4 or so. The SI2 would be a concern if it is not in-house.

The 3rd stone has ideal cut measurements and girdle, polish, and symmetry are all fine.

I haven't checked all the stones Julie listed, but I do personally favor Good Old Gold and WhiteFlash because they carry stones in-house and you get a lot more info up front. That is very important if you are looking at SI stones, IMO.

ETA: This one does look great! http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/2039/

 

[BrianM]

Thanks for the input... right now I''m leaning towards Diamond #3....