Values on .7 and 1.03 FIREMARK diamonds

[treborluap]

Diamond # 1:

0.71 G VS1. Symmetry and polish = excellent. Fluorescence is "Faint" FIREMARK
Princess Cut

Diamond # 2:

1.03 D SI1. Symmetry and Polish = excellent. Fluorescence is "Medium Blue" FIREMARK
Princess Cut


I am looking for comments on value. To be set in a HOF Felicity ring.

 

[tyty333]

Dont really know much about the Firemark brand but can give you some links to well-cut stones that you can compare with. You
didnt give us the cost so can really say much about that.
.71 G/VS2
http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut-loose-diamond-2327037.htm
http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut-loose-diamond-2377159.htm

Couldnt find that close of a match for the second one...this is down a color but up in clarity
http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut-loose-diamond-2522973.htm

Here is a branded solasfera ...$7509
http://goodoldgold.com/diamond/7716/

Edit - I also read that the Firemark brand is cut shallower (but still has excellent light return) so maybe it would be
better to compare size rather then carat weight.

 

[treborluap]

Diamond # 1 (0.71) = 4724

Diamond # 2 (1.03) = 8700

 

[RockHugger]

Both are very over priced, but I don't know what a fire mark diamond is. I don't see a reason that would justify the increase. If there is one though, I would love to know! I am not savvy about 'designer' cut diamonds.

 

[treborluap]

in looking at the certificates, do you have comment on either of these?

 

[risingsun]

I can't read the grading reports. A lot noise came along with them. Can't see a thing.

 

[tyty333]

I can barely read them. Have you seen these stones? The one is an SI1 so make sure it is eye-clean (or makes you happy).
You really cant tell much from reports on princess stones but didnt see anything out of line. You are paying a premium
for the branded name.

Do you have any images/aset/ideal scope of the stones?

Edit - if you are looking for a comment on value I would compare them with the branded solasfera. They appear to be
quite costly.

I'm trying to find a video with the solasfera in it so you can view and see if it compares with the Firemark. Give
me a few secs...

Here is the video that talks about the solasfera. The first part of the video talks about a few other "newer" cuts
but about 1/3 way through it starts on the solasfera.

http://www.vimeo.com/10464275

 

[TakingthePlunge]

Firemark has a website

Seems they market themselves with "double crown" facets, shallow cut with large face up for carat, and small tables (probably a result of the "double crown"). They say they are graded excellent in cut by GCAL.

heres the site for those interested:

http://www.firemarkdiamond.com

 

[TakingthePlunge]

Heres the info off the certs from what I can tell:

.71c - G VS1 - Table 65% - Depth 70.2% Excellent polish and symmetry thick girdle faint fluor

1.03c - D SI1 - Table 64% - Depth 69.7% Excellent polish and symmetry slightly thick to thick girdle med fluor

 

[stone-cold11]

No point in looking at a princess from just numbers.

GCAL report with the brilliance analysis is more useful but that just checks for leakage.

 

[treborluap]

I am planning to set one of these diamonds in the Hearts on Fire Felicity Split Shank setting:

picture here:

http://www.heartsonfire.com/Browse-Collection/By-Jewelry-Type/Rings/Engagement-Rings/FelicitySplitShankSolitaire.aspx

what do you think?

 

[slg47]

I think that setting is lovely. Hard to comment on price, the solasfera princess might be a good comparison? they sure make it look nice on the video

 

[tyty333]

I am planning to set one of these diamonds in the Hearts on Fire Felicity Split Shank setting:

picture here:

http://www.heartsonfire.com/Browse-Collection/By-Jewelry-Type/Rings/Engagement-Rings/FelicitySplitShankSolitaire.aspx

what do you think?

Setting is very pretty! Its a little bit harder to find a wedding band to go with a split shank but...no big deal if thats what
she likes.