Thoughts on this 11.5mm brilliant cushion?

[MsP]

Hello! I've been searching around for something around the 11-12mm mark that sings to me. I have been thinking on what stones I've worn over the years and while I'm drawn to some of the chunky antique stones, they can sometimes feel a little windowy in sizes this large. I think I want to stick with something brilliant. This cushion seemed interesting... IGI-LG560236352

https://www.ritani.com/products/8-3...-vs1-clarity-igi-lg560236352-sku-d-2p5k8z4xfk

Do you see any big red flags? The still photo seems to be at a bad angle because the video shows a better face. Thoughts?

 

[AprilBaby]

It looks gorgeous to me but I’m not a cushion expert.

 

[MsP]

It looks gorgeous to me but I’m not a cushion expert.

Me either! I put it on hold... I might order it in to see in person. I need to think about it tonight.

 

[Runningmama]

I want to hate it because large CVD diamonds are usually trash, but it looks lovely. It’s definitely warm but if you like the warmth then it could be a keeper. @DejaWiz, what sayeth you?

 

[MsP]

I want to hate it because large CVD diamonds are usually trash, but it looks lovely. It’s definitely warm but if you like the warmth then it could be a keeper. @DejaWiz, what sayeth you?

I do like the warmth.

I have watched the video over and over and looked for the graining that folks talk about (that I can never see, LOL).

 

[HerefortheBling]

I do like the warmth.

I have watched the video over and over and looked for the graining that folks talk about (that I can never see, LOL).

I can never see it either, LOL. And I'm kinda happy I can't, cause I'm usually happy with what I buy, and I know it wouldn't pass a lot of Pricescopers' tests.

 

[springsparkle]

It looks nice to me but I’m not an expert! This is a good way to look at it closer. I used this for a stone that had an unclear video on Ritani.

Loupe360

loupe360.com

 

[MsP]

It looks nice to me but I’m not an expert! This is a good way to look at it closer. I used this for a stone that had an unclear video on Ritani.

Loupe360

loupe360.com

Thanks!! I think it's the same video but maybe better quality-- I zoomed in on my computer screen I think I might see some striations. Maybe.

 

[springsparkle]

Thanks!! I think it's the same video but maybe better quality-- I zoomed in on my computer screen I think I might see some striations. Maybe.

Yes I agree it’s a higher quality version of the same video. I was able to see inclusions in my stone that I couldn’t see in the Ritani video. If the striations are only visible in this super high def close up, it’s probably likely that they won’t be visible to the eye/affect performance! Fingers crossed.

 

[MsP]

@springsparkle @Runningmama Is it normal for prices to fluctuate when you take things off hold? This stone was $11k and now is $13k when I messaged them to take it off hold and check-out. Kind of annoying I am going to wait to see what the pricing does. [EDIT: they changed the price for me!! but now I've got this oval on my mind...]

In the meantime, this caught my eye. Nice and warm! Imagine set in one of Caysie Van Bebber (CvB design) halos with rubies. https://loupe360.com/diamond/LG551215169

My only worry is that maybe it's a bit TOO big.

 

[HerefortheBling]

@springsparkle @Runningmama Is it normal for prices to fluctuate when you take things off hold? This stone was $11k and now is $13k when I messaged them to take it off hold and check-out. Kind of annoying I am going to wait to see what the pricing does.

In the meantime, this caught my eye. Nice and warm! Imagine set in one of Caysie Van Bebber (CvB design) halos with rubies. https://loupe360.com/diamond/LG551215169

My only worry is that maybe it's a bit TOO big.

Pricing is all over the place lately. I saw one a couple weeks back for $4500, but I waited for a couple days, and it jumped to over $10,000. Now it's priced at $6100.

 

[springsparkle]

@springsparkle @Runningmama Is it normal for prices to fluctuate when you take things off hold? This stone was $11k and now is $13k when I messaged them to take it off hold and check-out. Kind of annoying I am going to wait to see what the pricing does. [EDIT: they changed the price for me!! but now I've got this oval on my mind...]

In the meantime, this caught my eye. Nice and warm! Imagine set in one of Caysie Van Bebber (CvB design) halos with rubies. https://loupe360.com/diamond/LG551215169

My only worry is that maybe it's a bit TOO big.

I’ve never put anything on hold, but I’ve definitely seen prices changing on stones that I’ve saved. One went from $3k to over $10k. I usually like to make myself wait a day to think about a stone, but if I really like it and it’s a good price (and good return policy) I’ll buy it the day I find it.

 

[MsP]

I’ve never put anything on hold, but I’ve definitely seen prices changing on stones that I’ve saved. One went from $3k to over $10k. I usually like to make myself wait a day to think about a stone, but if I really like it and it’s a good price (and good return policy) I’ll buy it the day I find it.

I worry about posting about a stone here and having someone snag it. I'm waiting on confirmation from Ritani.

The oval is just too big. I want a colored stone halo and I think that would cover the entire width of my finger Not a daily driver of a ring (for me). Maybe for cocktail hours a few times a year-- or a necklace. Or in a few years when DSS sets in.

Thank you for your help and thoughts.

 

[MsP]

Stay tuned. It's been ordered!