Thoughts on this oval diamond for engagement ring?

[zestypete]

I was looking at buying this loose oval diamond and having it set by a local jeweler. I don't know much about lab grown or diamonds in general, but after some reading about ovals in terms of proportions and cut this looked like a good one. What do those of you have more experience with this think of this stone? I was going to get this price matched on rare carat to use their financing. Thank you for the help!

https://calaveranewyork.com/pages/l...73ad-4b2b-aefb-589baf97547b&stoneType=diamond

 

[ShinyPink]

I'm no expert, maybe @tyty333 or @DejaWiz can weigh in.

What caught my attention is the price difference between Calavera and Loose Grown! Geezles

 

[DejaWiz]

Hello and welcome to PriceScope, zestypete!
You're on the right track to finding a great oval by selecting HPHT growth method and even GIA graded!
However, this one has some areas of concern such as possible moderate bowtie effect and darkened tips.
The VVS1 clarity is rather overkill when VVS2 even VS1 will also guarantee a diamond just as clean to the eyes.
I found some great VVS2 HPHT ovals graded by GIA with 1.40:1 or higher ratio that are under $2200 at LooseGrownDiamond, so they may be listed for even less at Calavera.

Here's one example:

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