Radiant Cut Diamond- What do you think?

[gemwitch]

I want the best possible light performance in a radiant cut. How does this stone look?

http://www.jamesallen.com/?q=191389#!/loose-diamonds/radiant-cut/0.70-carat-F-color-I1-clarity-sku-191389

I have a gemologist looking at it now and I requested aset images on this stone...

Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

 

[Niel]

I'm not loving it, what's your budget? And does it have to be a gradient? Or does she just like the long shape? Why did you pick that one specifically?

 

[gemwitch]

I want to stay within $950 for the stone. Yes a rectangular stone is preferred and with faceting (not like an emerald), I chose this one because of the shape and it looks clean. I want to stay within a similar size range as the measurements not exactly the carat weight if that makes sense.

 

[04diamond<3]

it's pretty ugly. I know this one is a bit over, but JA does offer PS members a discount on their diamonds so I'd find out how much they'd give this stone to you for:

http://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/radiant-cut/0.71-carat-J-color-VS2-clarity-sku-201841

 

[gemwitch]

it's pretty ugly. I know this one is a bit over, but JA does offer PS members a discount on their diamonds so I'd find out how much they'd give this stone to you for:

http://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/radiant-cut/0.71-carat-J-color-VS2-clarity-sku-201841

That's a nice stone. Can you maybe suggest one that is lower in price? I have no room to go higher in the budget even if it was just $100 more. It's fine if it's a bit smaller but not too drastic.

 

[Niel]

Well rats they have nice emerald cuts in your ratio and budget, and gradients that's square, but no good long gradients. Shoot

 

[JulieN]

You don't need an ASET on it, it will be pretty bad. This is like the only pretty decent radiant i could find: http://www.jamesallen.com/?q=191389#!/loose-diamonds/radiant-cut/0.50-carat-F-color-SI1-clarity-sku-160384

You should switch to cushions, there are many more options in JA's inventory.
http://www.jamesallen.com/?q=191389#!/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/0.60-carat-F-color-I1-clarity-sku-116346
This guy is shallow, so it is pretty big, but looks to have a strong bowtie, have to ask: http://www.jamesallen.com/?q=191389#!/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/0.50-carat-F-color-SI1-clarity-sku-182342
http://www.jamesallen.com/?q=191389#!/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/0.50-carat-I-color-VVS2-clarity-sku-194769
http://www.jamesallen.com/?q=191389#!/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/0.51-carat-I-color-SI1-clarity-sku-155167
http://www.jamesallen.com/?q=191389#!/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/0.45-carat-H-color-VS1-clarity-sku-35854

 

[gemwitch]

Well rats they have nice emerald cuts in your ratio and budget, and gradients that's square, but no good long gradients. Shoot

:/

 

[gemwitch]

You don't need an ASET on it, it will be pretty bad. This is like the only pretty decent radiant i could find: http://www.jamesallen.com/?q=191389#!/loose-diamonds/radiant-cut/0.50-carat-F-color-SI1-clarity-sku-160384

You should switch to cushions, there are many more options in JA's inventory.
http://www.jamesallen.com/?q=191389#!/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/0.60-carat-F-color-I1-clarity-sku-116346
This guy is shallow, so it is pretty big, but looks to have a strong bowtie, have to ask: http://www.jamesallen.com/?q=191389#!/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/0.50-carat-F-color-SI1-clarity-sku-182342
http://www.jamesallen.com/?q=191389#!/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/0.50-carat-I-color-VVS2-clarity-sku-194769
http://www.jamesallen.com/?q=191389#!/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/0.51-carat-I-color-SI1-clarity-sku-155167
http://www.jamesallen.com/?q=191389#!/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/0.45-carat-H-color-VS1-clarity-sku-35854

I like the facets in that radiant you found but it's a bit more square then I would like.
Those cushions are nice too. I like the 2nd one.

I would maybe even consider an oval if I found a nice enough one. But I would prefer the radiant over the cushion. I like the clipped corners.

 

[JulieN]

in this size, the corner is basically going to be covered by the prong, you won't get that clipped look.

example: http://www.diamondsbylauren.com/index.php/jewelry/ruby-earrings-120cts-emerald-cut-ruby-and-diamond-halo-earrings-r5010

 

[gemwitch]

in this size, the corner is basically going to be covered by the prong, you won't get that clipped look.

example: http://www.diamondsbylauren.com/index.php/jewelry/ruby-earrings-120cts-emerald-cut-ruby-and-diamond-halo-earrings-r5010

That is true. Maybe if I found one long enough. Most are on the squarish side.

How about ovals? They seem to have good measurements in small sizes. I would love a colorless one. I love whiter stones.

 

[Niel]

OO. Have you seen this
http://www.diamondsbylauren.com/index.php/jewelry/yellow-diamond-ring-39ct-fancy-light-yellow-vs1-radiant-cut-bezel-set-ring-r4648

Eta well never mind I see you want white

 

[gemwitch]

OO. Have you seen this
http://www.diamondsbylauren.com/index.php/jewelry/yellow-diamond-ring-39ct-fancy-light-yellow-vs1-radiant-cut-bezel-set-ring-r4648

Eta well never mind I see you want white

LOL Yes definitely

What do you think of this oval?

http://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/oval-cut/0.46-carat-F-color-I1-clarity-sku-153067

 

[Niel]

Here's one I found, smaller but would leave you room for a nice setting
. How were you setting it.
http://www.ritani.com/diamonds/radiant-diamond-0-32-Carat-D-color-GIA-certified/D-GM131K

 

[Niel]

This is a little out of the box, but sense you like length and more unique shapes had you considered pears or marquise? Very large for the ct plus they are a neat shape and hide inclusions well

 

[gemwitch]

Here's one I found, smaller but would leave you room for a nice setting
. How were you setting it.
http://www.ritani.com/diamonds/radiant-diamond-0-32-Carat-D-color-GIA-certified/D-GM131K

That is pretty but definitely too small. It will be a classic solitaire. I have considered marquise before but I'm not sure about it. I really like them but since they are kind of "out there" (as in pointy) I'm afraid I will get bored.

 

[Niel]

Here's one I found, smaller but would leave you room for a nice setting
. How were you setting it.
http://www.ritani.com/diamonds/radiant-diamond-0-32-Carat-D-color-GIA-certified/D-GM131K

That is pretty but definitely too small. It will be a classic solitaire. I have considered marquise before but I'm not sure about it. I really like them but since they are kind of "out there" (as in pointy) I'm afraid I will get bored.

But no pear? I think if you like them its a great idea to look into marquise. You could always set it e/w or something different

 

[Niel]

Here's a cute little marquise
http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/8746/

 

[gemwitch]

Here's one I found, smaller but would leave you room for a nice setting
. How were you setting it.
http://www.ritani.com/diamonds/radiant-diamond-0-32-Carat-D-color-GIA-certified/D-GM131K

That is pretty but definitely too small. It will be a classic solitaire. I have considered marquise before but I'm not sure about it. I really like them but since they are kind of "out there" (as in pointy) I'm afraid I will get bored.

But no pear? I think if you like them its a great idea to look into marquise. You could always set it e/w or something different

They are nice but not sure that's the look I want to go for. Also my husband happens to dislike pears a lot.

Can you help me find a cushion under $700 that's decent and will have good flash? I might be able to find a nice setting and call it a day.

 

[gemwitch]

Anyone else?

 

[JulieN]

http://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut//CaratFrom:0.40|CaratTo:10.00|PriceFrom:400|PriceTo:700|TabSelected:3|ps:15||DiamondID:96987,36697,35823,96981,185161

 

[gemwitch]

Thank you I'll take a look at those..

 

[04diamond<3]

this one that JulieN found is a great option!!

http://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/cushion-cut/0.45-carat-F-color-SI1-clarity-sku-96981

 

[lovemybling]

I guess I am the only one but I like the first Radiant you asked about. I think it gives you the biggest bang for your buck. Maybe i am just more partial tho radiant stones. Can you have it shipped to you to see if your like it in person??

 

[gemwitch]

I guess I am the only one but I like the first Radiant you asked about. I think it gives you the biggest bang for your buck. Maybe i am just more partial tho radiant stones. Can you have it shipped to you to see if your like it in person??

I am also very partial to radiant stones! The problem is the one I have has a similar cut and there is some sparkle lost within the stone. I'm having a hard time finding a good rectangular radiant! I don't know if I should try that one out because it looks similar to the one I have I'm not sure if it's the cut or what.

 

[Niel]

heres are some ovals i really like. The ctw is lower but it measures close to the original
http://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/oval-cut//CaratFrom:0.36|CaratTo:10.00|PriceFrom:400|PriceTo:1040|Sortrice%20asc,%20DefaultOrder|TabSelected:3||DiamondID:198129,165387,163150,195991,147927,147928,31525,200036

 

[gemwitch]

heres are some ovals i really like. The ctw is lower but it measures close to the original
http://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/oval-cut//CaratFrom:0.36|CaratTo:10.00|PriceFrom:400|PriceTo:1040|Sortrice%20asc,%20DefaultOrder|TabSelected:3||DiamondID:198129,165387,163150,195991,147927,147928,31525,200036

Some of those I like.

Which were the nicely cut square radiants you mentioned before?

 

[Niel]

heres are some ovals i really like. The ctw is lower but it measures close to the original
http://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/oval-cut//CaratFrom:0.36|CaratTo:10.00|PriceFrom:400|PriceTo:1040|Sortrice%20asc,%20DefaultOrder|TabSelected:3||DiamondID:198129,165387,163150,195991,147927,147928,31525,200036

Some of those I like.

Which were the nicely cut square radiants you mentioned before?

im partial to larger faceted radiants, sense i know thats not your cup of tea, there wasnt a few, but i think this one would be nice
http://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/radiant-cut/0.50-carat-F-color-SI1-clarity-sku-160384

i was thinking, if you cant find a large enough radiant you like, if you find a smaller one that save you a few hundred, you could set in a baze, it would make it look larger, and would conserve that corner shape you love
http://www.jamesallen.com/?q=bezel%20radiant#!/engagement-rings/solitaire/14k-white-gold-bezel-solitaire-engagement-ring-asscher-center-item-3254

 

[gemwitch]

heres are some ovals i really like. The ctw is lower but it measures close to the original
http://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/oval-cut//CaratFrom:0.36|CaratTo:10.00|PriceFrom:400|PriceTo:1040|Sortrice%20asc,%20DefaultOrder|TabSelected:3||DiamondID:198129,165387,163150,195991,147927,147928,31525,200036

Some of those I like.

Which were the nicely cut square radiants you mentioned before?

im partial to larger faceted radiants, sense i know thats not your cup of tea, there wasnt a few, but i think this one would be nice
http://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/radiant-cut/0.50-carat-F-color-SI1-clarity-sku-160384

i was thinking, if you cant find a large enough radiant you like, if you find a smaller one that save you a few hundred, you could set in a baze, it would make it look larger, and would conserve that corner shape you love
http://www.jamesallen.com/?q=bezel%20radiant#!/engagement-rings/solitaire/14k-white-gold-bezel-solitaire-engagement-ring-asscher-center-item-3254

What a nice setting. Too bad it looks like they can only set a .75 stone and up in it

 

[Niel]

heres are some ovals i really like. The ctw is lower but it measures close to the original
http://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/oval-cut//CaratFrom:0.36|CaratTo:10.00|PriceFrom:400|PriceTo:1040|Sortrice%20asc,%20DefaultOrder|TabSelected:3||DiamondID:198129,165387,163150,195991,147927,147928,31525,200036

Some of those I like.

Which were the nicely cut square radiants you mentioned before?

im partial to larger faceted radiants, sense i know thats not your cup of tea, there wasnt a few, but i think this one would be nice
http://www.jamesallen.com/#!/loose-diamonds/radiant-cut/0.50-carat-F-color-SI1-clarity-sku-160384

i was thinking, if you cant find a large enough radiant you like, if you find a smaller one that save you a few hundred, you could set in a baze, it would make it look larger, and would conserve that corner shape you love
http://www.jamesallen.com/?q=bezel%20radiant#!/engagement-rings/solitaire/14k-white-gold-bezel-solitaire-engagement-ring-asscher-center-item-3254

What a nice setting. Too bad it looks like they can only set a .75 stone and up in it

They are loose with those guidelines, I'd definitively ask if it could be done for your stone if you like it