Please-Help-Me
Rough_Rock
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- May 14, 2018
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Hello Everyone,
I have been researching for a while now with the goal of getting a ring as close to perfect for her as possible and I happened to come across this gold mine of information and help here at PS just recently (I wish it would have been sooner but better late than never).
I am looking at a platinum setting that she fell in love with from Martin Flyer (link and link). I have tried contacting Martin Flyer directly to see if there is any difference between the above two rings but unfortunately have been unsuccessful in connecting with them. I also called Blue Nile and spoke with them and they stated there is no difference between the two. In regards to the setting I wanted to show what the diamond I am purchasing will be set in for reference. I am also curious about your thoughts on the side diamonds if the different tiers would make a noticeable difference or not and general thoughts about those options. Also, if anyone knows where the best deal is for this setting that would be wonderful as well, I am always looking and trying to compare.
The major guidance needed is with the center diamond. This is my first major diamond purchase and I would love assistance from those much more knowledgeable than I to help her get the absolute best possible diamond that she more than deserves.
On to the facts, please see the above links to see the platinum setting the princess cut diamond will be going into. The budget for the diamond alone is around $7,000 with wiggle room in the case of a can't miss deal. The following attributes for the diamond are listed in order of importance:
1) An incredible combination of brilliance, fire and scintillation (based on my research and current understanding cut, symmetry and polish are what makes this up).
2) Want it to be "eye clean" which I understand is subjective but I am not concerned about inclusions if they are not visible without a loupe or microscope and don't negatively impact the brilliance, fire and scintillation.
3) Next is color which is tough for me as I am color blind and can have a difficult time picking up on the light shade differences. She is not so I want to make sure that the color is not anything that she keeps thinking her diamond is dirty with a yellow/brown hue (reminder it is being set in platinum if that changes anything on the color front). Also, I know little to nothing about fluorescence but I am open to learning if it is felt based on the criteria it would work well.
4) Looking for the largest diamond meeting the above criteria.
Cut: based on my understanding this will be the biggest factor (along with symmetry and polish) in getting the incredible combination of brilliance, fire and scintillation being looked for (ideal vs excellent? thoughts on diamonds from the high tier lines of Brian Gavin, Whiteflash, etc.?)
Clarity: VS1? As stated I am not worried if the clarity rating is not that high again as long as the above holds true with it being "eye clean" and not hampering the brilliance, fire and scintillation
Color: I want it to look white but I know I can't always pick up on different shades....fluorescence?
Carat/Weight: The largest diamond meeting the above criteria in the budget (how large the face shows is more important than weight but assuming ideal cut or similar diamonds to meet the criteria that will directly correlate to weight based on my understanding).
I apologize about the long-winded post and appreciate anyone who even takes the time to read it. I am wide open to any advice, insight, etc. Thanks in advance for any information and guidance, it is immensely appreciated! Please don't hesitate to ask any questions or correct something that is not accurate this is why I am seeking help from the experts. Thanks again!
I have been researching for a while now with the goal of getting a ring as close to perfect for her as possible and I happened to come across this gold mine of information and help here at PS just recently (I wish it would have been sooner but better late than never).
I am looking at a platinum setting that she fell in love with from Martin Flyer (link and link). I have tried contacting Martin Flyer directly to see if there is any difference between the above two rings but unfortunately have been unsuccessful in connecting with them. I also called Blue Nile and spoke with them and they stated there is no difference between the two. In regards to the setting I wanted to show what the diamond I am purchasing will be set in for reference. I am also curious about your thoughts on the side diamonds if the different tiers would make a noticeable difference or not and general thoughts about those options. Also, if anyone knows where the best deal is for this setting that would be wonderful as well, I am always looking and trying to compare.
The major guidance needed is with the center diamond. This is my first major diamond purchase and I would love assistance from those much more knowledgeable than I to help her get the absolute best possible diamond that she more than deserves.
On to the facts, please see the above links to see the platinum setting the princess cut diamond will be going into. The budget for the diamond alone is around $7,000 with wiggle room in the case of a can't miss deal. The following attributes for the diamond are listed in order of importance:
1) An incredible combination of brilliance, fire and scintillation (based on my research and current understanding cut, symmetry and polish are what makes this up).
2) Want it to be "eye clean" which I understand is subjective but I am not concerned about inclusions if they are not visible without a loupe or microscope and don't negatively impact the brilliance, fire and scintillation.
3) Next is color which is tough for me as I am color blind and can have a difficult time picking up on the light shade differences. She is not so I want to make sure that the color is not anything that she keeps thinking her diamond is dirty with a yellow/brown hue (reminder it is being set in platinum if that changes anything on the color front). Also, I know little to nothing about fluorescence but I am open to learning if it is felt based on the criteria it would work well.
4) Looking for the largest diamond meeting the above criteria.
Cut: based on my understanding this will be the biggest factor (along with symmetry and polish) in getting the incredible combination of brilliance, fire and scintillation being looked for (ideal vs excellent? thoughts on diamonds from the high tier lines of Brian Gavin, Whiteflash, etc.?)
Clarity: VS1? As stated I am not worried if the clarity rating is not that high again as long as the above holds true with it being "eye clean" and not hampering the brilliance, fire and scintillation
Color: I want it to look white but I know I can't always pick up on different shades....fluorescence?
Carat/Weight: The largest diamond meeting the above criteria in the budget (how large the face shows is more important than weight but assuming ideal cut or similar diamonds to meet the criteria that will directly correlate to weight based on my understanding).
I apologize about the long-winded post and appreciate anyone who even takes the time to read it. I am wide open to any advice, insight, etc. Thanks in advance for any information and guidance, it is immensely appreciated! Please don't hesitate to ask any questions or correct something that is not accurate this is why I am seeking help from the experts. Thanks again!
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