Seeking thoughts on this lab diamond!

[jt88]

Hello! I am about to pull the trigger on this diamond from james allen and would like any advice from experienced people on this forum. Is this a good option? I believe it has good proportions (HCA), and not too many inclusions from what I can tell. I looking for something that will BLING. Thanks in advance for feedback <3

Lab-Created 2.39 Carat round diamond

This 2.39 carat Lab-Created round diamond D color vs1 clarity has Ideal proportions and a diamond grading report from IGI

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[Kim N]

Are you tied to James Allen? We can find you better priced stones on other sites.

2.41 Carat Round Lab Diamond IGI LG569324450 | Ritani

2.41 Carat Round Lab Diamond ID Cut D Color VVS2 Clarity with diamond report number IGI #LG569324450

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2.51 Carat Round Lab Diamond GIA 7451859783 | Ritani

2.51 Carat Round Lab Diamond ID Cut D Color VS1 Clarity with diamond report number GIA #7451859783

www.ritani.com

 

[jt88]

No not tied to JA. but beyond the original specs I’m really looking for something that will have the most sparkle/brilliance/fire. I just want it to really shine. I’ve looked at ritani and I just can’t comprehend the price difference. What are the cons? These are half the price.

 

[Kim N]

No not tied to JA. but beyond the original specs I’m really looking for something that will have the most sparkle/brilliance/fire. I just want it to really shine. I’ve looked at ritani and I just can’t comprehend the price difference. What are the cons? These are half the price.

Lab diamond prices are all over the place. JA happens to be one of the pricier ones and Ritani one of the cheapest ones. You might even find the same stone listed at different vendors for thousands of dollars difference. It's mind-boggling.

 

[howlucky]

Seconding what Kim said! No catch at cheaper sites as long as you’re discerning about quality and proportion. The exact diamond (same cert) I bought at Frank Darling was listed on a different site for $2k more. A lot of these retailers use the same wholesalers but mark things up differently.

 

[DejaWiz]

No not tied to JA. but beyond the original specs I’m really looking for something that will have the most sparkle/brilliance/fire. I just want it to really shine. I’ve looked at ritani and I just can’t comprehend the price difference. What are the cons? These are half the price.

I've got some more options for you to take a look at in conjunction with the great recommendations that @Kim N posted...let us know when you're on the forum and standing by so that I can post them (or ping me on Reddit). I don't want them to get sniped by lurkers until you've had a chance to check out all your options and make a decision.

 

[jt88]

I've got some more options for you to take a look at in conjunction with the great recommendations that @Kim N posted...let us know when you're on the forum and standing by so that I can post them (or ping me on Reddit). I don't want them to get sniped by lurkers until you've had a chance to check out all your options and make a decision.

Pinged you on Reddit