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Shallow Crown/Large table

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This diamond scores 1.1 on the HCA, and is AGS0 but I've seen a number of posts oppose crown angles less than 34, and most really don't like large tables which are close to 60/60. It is GIA ideal and AGS0 though so I'm confused as this is normally a good starting point for nice cuts.

The spec of this is as follows
1.07ct VS2 H Colour
Depth 59.9%
Table 59%
Crown Angle 32.5'
Pav Angle 41'

https://www.bluenile.com/diamond-details/LD09616457

Is this ok or should I look for more ideal proportions?

I'm a bit disheartened as it seems like its impossible to find a great diamond online. There is always an issue. I was looking at SI1 without an inclusion in the table, but then the two i found was advised against as there is a risk of chipping. I've had poor ideal scopes, cloudy diamonds returned, the list goes on.

The wealth of information online has clearly made me too picky
 
Don’t give up. It’s hardly impossible...in fact I have the opposite problem!
I know you will get great advice here and find something wonderful.
 
I would have to ask @Garry H (Cut Nut) to confirm for sure, but my understanding is that the HCA tool is to confirm that the angles of the pavilion and crown are complementary - and the lower crown and steeper pavilion here would seem to 'match' each other, giving the HCA score under 2. A higher crown would, therefore, require a shallower pavilion.

As for whether one prefers a larger table and lower crown (and the reduced fire it might bring) over a higher crown and smaller table is down to a matter of taste, but I don't think the stone above would meet PS-recommended standards.
 
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