Which diamond to choose?

[Maya_85]

I am finally purchasing my engagement ring, and I have narrowed my diamonds to two options. I need help deciding which one to choose..

Diamond 1:

0.47 Carat H-VS1 Ideal Cut Round Diamond
Shape: Round
Carat weight: 0.47
Cut: Ideal
Color: H
Clarity: VS1
Certificate: AGS
Depth: 62.2%
Table: 55.0%
Polish: Ideal
Symmetry: Ideal
Girdle: Thin to medium
Culet: None
Fluorescence: None
Measurements: 4.95*4.98*3.09

And idealscope image:



Diamond 2:

0.44 Carat H-SI1 Hearts & Arrows Ideal Cut Round Diamond

Shape: Round
Carat weight: 0.44
Cut: Hearts & Arrows Ideal
Color: H
Clarity: SI1
Certificate: AGS
Depth: 60.8%
Table: 53.8%
Polish: Ideal
Symmetry: Ideal
Girdle: Thin to medium
Culet: None
Fluorescence: Negligible
Measurements: 4.96*4.99*3.03
Crown Angle: 34.0
Crown %: 15.40
Pavilion Angle: 40.9
Pavilion %: 43.20

And idealscope:



JA said that I should go with the first one. They said the idealscope image was misleading, and it really was the better option. It also is more expensive.. The second is "in some lighting conditions, this diamond's inclusions will be difficult to see, but ultimately they are visible to the unaided eye".. I have 24 hours to decide..

 

[rubybeth]

I'd go with option one for an engagement ring. The 2nd stone would be good for earrings or something that doesn't require as 'eye clean' a stone as I think an e-ring does. Unless you aren't bothered by inclusions and can handle them in order to pay less, but I think most would rather have an eye-clean stone for their e-ring.

 

[zephyr]

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