Thoughts on this stone

[meta4321]

Hi all,

I've recently started look for a ring for my S/O and wanted to get some advice on how this diamond (video below) looks? It shows not available as I have had the jeweler pull it for me. I am trying for an elongated stone that will shine at ton! I like how the facets are more well-defined but I haven't really seen many diamonds this well-defined so not sure if there's any issues with that to consider? Any other red flags to consider? Blue hue issues? Cloudiness/Mushy? Bowtie (don't see one personally but someone mentioned it once I showed them)? I've included the report as well so it includes details. Planning to pair this with a thin hidden halo pave ring (1.8mm) encrusted with diamonds on the prongs (not the tips as I've heard those are likely to fall off due to getting caught/scrapping surfaces). What would you price this diamond and setting at? Trying to bargain with the jeweler. Thank you so much in advance!

https://www.rarecarat.com/diamond/9...-diamond?ref=back&ts=Search&cp=10&ndp=18489.4

https://preview.redd.it/twhzsofailb...bp&s=c828b015bdab55233b8be7ce122a866c0c314937

 

[vintageinjune]

Hello there!

The diamond appears to have some cloudiness/haziness/striation issues, and the faceting does seem to have produced more "mush" than "crushed ice" (to my eyes anyway).
See when compared below:

 

[vintageinjune]

An option I found that seems like it would be bright and sparkle:

SOLD ITEM 3.04 CARAT Elongated Radiant | LAB-GROWN DIAMOND | E COLOR | VS1 CLARITY | Excellent CUT | IGI CERTIFIED | STOCK ID: 3137817 | The Art Of Jewels

3.04 CARAT Elongated Radiant | LAB-GROWN DIAMOND | E COLOR | VS1 CLARITY | Excellent CUT | IGI CERTIFIED | STOCK ID: 3137817

www.theartofjewels.com

This one was found by @DejaWiz for another person earlier this month looking for an elongated radiant cut:

SOLD ITEM 3.17 CARAT Elongated Radiant | LAB-GROWN DIAMOND | D COLOR | SI1 CLARITY | super cut CUT | IGI CERTIFIED | STOCK ID: 3335511 | The Art Of Jewels

3.17 CARAT Elongated Radiant | LAB-GROWN DIAMOND | D COLOR | SI1 CLARITY | super cut CUT | IGI CERTIFIED | STOCK ID: 3335511

www.theartofjewels.com

 

[vintageinjune]

A comparison of the stone you are looking at vs. a similar faceting style that is better defined:

 

[lovedogs]

A comparison of the stone you are looking at vs. a similar faceting style that is better defined:

Agreed. I think the stone chosen is too "mushy" and doesn't have crisp enough faceting (to my taste)

 

[meta4321]

Would you guys say either of the following are better buys then?

2.99 Carat E VS1 Radiant Lab Grown Diamond IGI Certified 512223734 Excellent Cut - D49609699

2.99 carat, Radiant, E Color, VS1 clarity, IGI Certified Diamond, IGI Certificate 512223734, Excellent Cut Lab Grown Diamond, D49609699

www.adiamor.com

or this one (can't find a video)

3.02 Carat G VS2 Radiant Lab Grown Diamond IGI Certified 480177692 Excellent Cut - D48026923

3.02 carat, Radiant, G Color, VS2 clarity, IGI Certified Diamond, Excellent Cut Lab Grown Diamond, D48026923

www.adiamor.com

 

[vintageinjune]

Would you guys say either of the following are better buys then?

2.99 Carat E VS1 Radiant Lab Grown Diamond IGI Certified 512223734 Excellent Cut - D49609699

2.99 carat, Radiant, E Color, VS1 clarity, IGI Certified Diamond, IGI Certificate 512223734, Excellent Cut Lab Grown Diamond, D49609699

www.adiamor.com

or this one (can't find a video)

3.02 Carat G VS2 Radiant Lab Grown Diamond IGI Certified 480177692 Excellent Cut - D48026923

3.02 carat, Radiant, G Color, VS2 clarity, IGI Certified Diamond, Excellent Cut Lab Grown Diamond, D48026923

www.adiamor.com

Yes, the first choice listed overall looks better than your original, can't comment on the second one though without a video. There is a little darkness in the middle of the long sides/edges, but the transparency and light play looks much better (again, to my eyes, everyone's tastes vary).

 

[meta4321]

Yes, the first choice listed overall looks better than your original, can't comment on the second one though without a video. There is a little darkness in the middle of the long sides/edges, but the transparency and light play looks much better (again, to my eyes, everyone's tastes vary).

do you feel maybe the original isn't looking good on video but may look great in person?

 

[lovedogs]

do you feel maybe the original isn't looking good on video but may look great in person?

I don't have high hopes about it, to be honest

 

[vintageinjune]

do you feel maybe the original isn't looking good on video but may look great in person?

Honestly, probably not.

 

[meta4321]

Oh okay gotcha. It's tough to find an elongated radiant with crisp facets. What do you guys think about this one? It's out of my budget unfortunately (trying to spend under 8,500 for the stone)

3.11 Carat F VS1 Radiant Lab Grown Diamond IGI Certified 496100963 Excellent Cut - D48699964

www.adiamor.com

Thanks again for all your help!

 

[vintageinjune]

Oh okay gotcha. It's tough to find an elongated radiant with crisp facets. What do you guys think about this one? It's out of my budget unfortunately (trying to spend under 8,500 for the stone)

3.11 Carat F VS1 Radiant Lab Grown Diamond IGI Certified 496100963 Excellent Cut - D48699964

www.adiamor.com

Thanks again for all your help!

I hate to tell you that it's a lovely diamond when it is out of budget, but it is a nice one.

 

[meta4321]

I hate to tell you that it's a lovely diamond when it is out of budget, but it is a nice one.

I think I found another in my budget but unsure about the dark spots and inclusions

Diamond Sold

www.rockher.com

this one as well

Diamond Sold

www.rockher.com

 

[vintageinjune]

I think I found another in my budget but unsure about the dark spots and inclusions

Diamond Sold

www.rockher.com

this one as well

Diamond Sold

www.rockher.com

The inclusions aren't an issue, but there is a bit of a bowtie in the middle.

 

[meta4321]

Hi guys, I pursued the original stone and was able to get this video. Any thoughts?

 

[Sunrises Sunsets]

It appears one of the diamonds you shared above but said it was out of your budget, is listed at With Clarity for a better price.

3.11 Carat Radiant Diamond Excellent Cut F Color VS1 Clarity

www.withclarity.com

 

[meta4321]

It appears one of the diamonds you shared above but said it was out of your budget, is listed at With Clarity for a better price.

3.11 Carat Radiant Diamond Excellent Cut F Color VS1 Clarity

www.withclarity.com

Thank you! Still higher than what I want though.

 

[vintageinjune]

If you are happy with it, go for it!