Round #2 : 3 Diamonds for Expert Review (IS images)

[danny_italia]

Below are the diamonds, email I received and the IS images.

Your input/opinion would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!

Diamond #1 : 1509707
Carat Weight: 1.00
Cut: Very Good
Color: I
Clarity: VS2
HCA Score: 0.7
Light Return: Excellent
Fire: Excellent
Scintillation: Excellent
Spread: Excellent
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS2-Very-Good-Cut-Round-Diamond-1509707.asp


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Diamond #2 : 1456040
Carat Weight: 1.00
Cut: Very Good
Color: I
Clarity: VS2
HCA Score: 1.0
Light Return: Excellent
Fire: Excellent
Scintillation: Excellent
Spread: Good
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-VS2-Very-Good-Cut-Round-Diamond-1456040.asp


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Diamond #3 : 1452958
Carat Weight: 1.01
Cut: Ideal
Color: I
Clarity: SI1
HCA Score: 1.4
Light Return: Excellent
Fire: Excellent
Scintillation: Very Good
Spread: Excellent
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/I-SI1-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1452958.asp


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EMAIL

The gemologist has confirmed that all three of your diamonds are excellent selections. Each of them is comparably bright and offers great light performance! They each have an excellent cut and also face perfectly eye clean. You cannot go wrong with either of them, but the gemologist found diamond 1516564 (1.01crt I VS2) to have a slightly higher/whiter "I" color, which appeared closer to an "H." This difference in color is subtle and I'm not sure how likely it is that the average eye will see it. In short, you cannot make a wrong choice amongst these three and I believe that you'll be pleased with whichever one you decide to go with.

 

[danny_italia]

Any input - #1 does look but my only thoughts are is #2 a better choice since #2 has that tiny inclusion near the center?

Your thoughts/comments are appreciated!

Danny

 

[Dreamer_D]

I do not like #2, the patterning is odd. 3 is a 60/60 type stone, will be very bright.

 

[YoungPapa]

Hi Danny,

I just noticed all three of your threads. I'm wondering, how many different email addresses and names do you plan on using? Can we assume that nine idealscope images are enough?

All the best,

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I am going to have to agree with Jim. We could have narrowed these down for you at the outset so you'd only need to get 3 images. There is simply no need for 9.

So my comments remain on the thread #1.

 

[danny_italia]

Hi Danny,

I just noticed all three of your threads. I'm wondering, how many different email addresses and names do you plan on using? Can we assume that nine idealscope images are enough?

All the best,

I apologize for that, I was told you were only allowed 3 per person and I have family helping me out in my search.

I am extremely sorry if this was an issue but I just want to say that your staff has been extremely helpful and I will DEFINITELY be purchasing my diamond through you guys.

I've also already recommended you to friends who are also planning on popping the question soon!

I look forward to phoning in tomorrow to place my order!

Sorry for any inconvenience,
Danny

 

[UberClaire]

Ahahahahaha, pwned by the vendor. +1 to James Allen.

 

[danny_italia]

I do not like #2, the patterning is odd. 3 is a 60/60 type stone, will be very bright.

Not Diamond #1 in this thread? It was a toss up between the one you mentioned and this diamond.

 

[danny_italia]

Ahahahahaha, pwned by the vendor. +1 to James Allen.

I feel terrible but in my defense I had colleagues at work put in the request and I didn't create another account. I will be purchasing through James Allen though so I'm hoping that's enough to redeem myself.

It's a big purchase and I just wanted to be certain.

Again my apologies.

 

[Dreamer_D]

One in this thread is fine but I don't like table inclusions.

 

[jesterthechug]

I am wondering why diamond #1 has such a nice IS image (consistent shade of pink throughout and no gray areas) but has only a VERY GOOD in cut grade.

Diamond #3: The shade of pink on the table of the IS seems to be lighter than the pink around it, but yet it has an AGS0 cut grading.

Without seeing these stones in person, would you put more more weight on the cut grade or the IS?

 

[JulieN]

Yes, #1 has a good IS image. GIA does not like the combo 56/32.5/40.8. Stones with HCA < 1 are sometimes better as pendant/earring stones.

 

[Dreamer_D]

I am wondering why diamond #1 has such a nice IS image (consistent shade of pink throughout and no gray areas) but has only a VERY GOOD in cut grade.

Diamond #3: The shade of pink on the table of the IS seems to be lighter than the pink around it, but yet it has an AGS0 cut grading.

Without seeing these stones in person, would you put more more weight on the cut grade or the IS?

Those are not reliable nuances you are interpreting from these IS images. Both IS images are equally good for these stones. The HCA and the IS image say that the stone is worth consideration. GIA rounds numbers and sometimes a VG stone is actually pretty good.

 

[YoungPapa]

I feel terrible but in my defense I had colleagues at work put in the request and I didn't create another account. I will be purchasing through James Allen though so I'm hoping that's enough to redeem myself.

It's a big purchase and I just wanted to be certain.

Again my apologies.

Hi Danny,

Thanks for the call tonight. Apology accepted. We're looking forward to helping you finalize your purchase on Friday.

All the best,

 

[danny_italia]

I feel terrible but in my defense I had colleagues at work put in the request and I didn't create another account. I will be purchasing through James Allen though so I'm hoping that's enough to redeem myself.

It's a big purchase and I just wanted to be certain.

Again my apologies.

Hi Danny,

Thanks for the call tonight. Apology accepted. We're looking forward to helping you finalize your purchase on Friday.

All the best,

Thanks James!

I look forward to writing about my experience with the JA Team and posting pictures of what will sure to be an absolutely amazing ring!

Thanks Again James - Have a great long weekend!

Danny

 

[TitanCi]

Ahahahahaha, pwned by the vendor. +1 to James Allen.

^THIS.

LOL

I never realized all three threads were different stones. I thought you somehow finally merged all three stones into one thread.


WOW.