Hey Everyone,
Great to meet you. Brand new member here. When it comes to purchases like this, I always spend time on forums before I feel comfortable enough to fly on my own
. I've been lingering on this site for some time, however, it was time to sign up and get things moving!
My girlfriend has fallen in love with the Tiffany's Lucida cut (and one of their settings). Luckily for me, she thinks the Tiffany's mark up is crazy and is fine with me finding a good alternative. She has done a little research, as have I, and have found that the Radiant cut is likely the best alternative. Sounds like there are some other cuts as well, however, they are not as easy to find. My girlfriend said a "slightly rectangular radiant cut" is probably the way to go. Would you guys agree? If so, what ratio should I look for so I choose the correct shape?
I'm thinking of going with a 1.75-2 ct. diamond. My question is, when it comes to a cut like the Lucida/Radiant, what color/clarity can I get away with in order to get the largest size for my money? When I say get away with, I mean what color/clarity would be good enough on a 2ct. diamond where no one would see a tint/imperfections with the naked eye? I recall reading that clarity is less important for a cut like this. Also, what should the minimum cut quality be?
Last, are the best prices truly through online vendors, or is it worth looking locally as well?
Thanks so much in advanced. Excited to get the conversation going!
Best,
Esteban
Great to meet you. Brand new member here. When it comes to purchases like this, I always spend time on forums before I feel comfortable enough to fly on my own
. I've been lingering on this site for some time, however, it was time to sign up and get things moving! My girlfriend has fallen in love with the Tiffany's Lucida cut (and one of their settings). Luckily for me, she thinks the Tiffany's mark up is crazy and is fine with me finding a good alternative. She has done a little research, as have I, and have found that the Radiant cut is likely the best alternative. Sounds like there are some other cuts as well, however, they are not as easy to find. My girlfriend said a "slightly rectangular radiant cut" is probably the way to go. Would you guys agree? If so, what ratio should I look for so I choose the correct shape?
I'm thinking of going with a 1.75-2 ct. diamond. My question is, when it comes to a cut like the Lucida/Radiant, what color/clarity can I get away with in order to get the largest size for my money? When I say get away with, I mean what color/clarity would be good enough on a 2ct. diamond where no one would see a tint/imperfections with the naked eye? I recall reading that clarity is less important for a cut like this. Also, what should the minimum cut quality be?
Last, are the best prices truly through online vendors, or is it worth looking locally as well?
Thanks so much in advanced. Excited to get the conversation going!
Best,
Esteban
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