Search for asscher cut

[theladyfifi]

I am looking for an asscher cut for my ER and have found these stones on James Allen. I am in the UK and am struggling to find anything suitable. Most jewellers I have been to so far have been less than helpful. I would appreciate any advice anyone can give me on these guys.

Thanks in anticipation
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.52-carat-i-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-762909

http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.50-carat-i-color-vs1-clarity-sku-852726


http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.70-carat-i-color-vs1-clarity-sku-803190

 

[Gypsy]

I don't like #2 and #3. What is your budget and what do you want for it?

 

[Gypsy]

http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.53-carat-i-color-vs1-clarity-sku-578278
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.51-carat-f-color-vs1-clarity-sku-762926

Get an ASET of the first one and these here, if they fit in the budget.

 

[theladyfifi]

Thanks gypsy for your response.
I am looking for a stone for an engagement ring. I really have my heart set on an asscher but as I said previously I am finding it very difficult here in the UK. I was hoping for a second hand antique but can't find one anywhere. Budget is £6000-£7000 ($8500-$10000). Will have to factor in customs charge too.

 

[MarionC]

http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.60-carat-i-color-vvs1-clarity-sku-382621 ??

 

[theladyfifi]

Gypsy, I think I read your post wrong first time! I am looking for as big a stone as possible for my budget. I understand that asschers are more forgiving in terms of colour? So thought I would be OK with an H/I . Don't want to compromise on clarity though - vs1 and above.

 

[theladyfifi]

I have spoken to a lovely lady at JA . She said advised me that the I coloured stones were possibly a little too warm. She recommended this stone
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.50-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-422144..

I requested ASET for this stone and this one
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.51-carat-f-color-vs1-clarity-sku-762926

 

[ac117]

Jewels by Grace sometimes has antique asschers and she currently has this ring available:
http://www.jewelsbygrace.com/1-23ct-art-deco-asscher-cut-solitaire-gia-h-vs2#.VvFUErerTcs

This one isn't an antique but it's just so drool worthy!
http://www.jewelsbygrace.com/1-38ct-asscher-cut-diamond-gia-k-vvs1-halo-by-steven-kirsch#.VvFUMrerTcs

 

[MarionC]

I have spoken to a lovely lady at JA . She said advised me that the I coloured stones were possibly a little too warm. She recommended this stone
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.50-carat-h-color-vs1-clarity-sku-422144....

I requested ASET for this stone and this one
http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.51-carat-f-color-vs1-clarity-sku-762926

Maybe too warm, maybe not - this is a K https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLJ4hf-VPJU

My advice would be to not rely heavily on the advice at JA. Not that they aren't helpful, but I think you will get better advice here.

 

[theladyfifi]

Thank you acano117 for the recommendation, I agree, Grace has some lovely pieces on there.

Jimmianne, I take your advice too. Thank you for the video, I think K maybe too warm for me.

 

[theladyfifi]

I got the ASET images back from James Allen for the two Asscher cuts. What do you think? Any help on these would be great. Thanks in advance.

 

[tyty333]

Which aset is which stone? That would be helpful in telling/understanding what's going on.

Edit..I don't like the H that JA recommended. Looks all blur in the center (not sharp facets). I like the F.

Both of those asets look pretty average to me. The top one has some nice red on the outside but the center is just ?

The second one just looks average to me.

Get some other opinions...but this will at least get you a bump

 

[PrismBaby]

Hey there, please keep in mind that green/white (or black depending on the background) is the weakest/direct light leakage entering a diamond. You have a substantial budget that can be utilized in a much better way.

 

[Gypsy]

Both are underwhelming. Keep looking.

 

[Sphene]

This one is a steal what a price

http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.50-carat-j-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-751273

 

[theladyfifi]

Thanks everyone for your help and advice on the ASET images. I was also unimpressed with both stones. I will as gypsy said, continue looking for my stone.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

This one is a steal what a price

http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/asscher-cut/1.50-carat-j-color-vvs2-clarity-sku-751273

The table is way too big on this one, the center does not look like it would have good light return, and it is very deep. If the price is low, there is usually a very good reason.

 

[theladyfifi]

I declined both the stones. I was also really hoping to find a second hand stone in the hope I might be able to get more for my money . Anyone any recommendations of second hand/pre owned stones , preferably in the UK?