Which diamond to narrow down?

[larryjenkins]

So after much research, I've narrowed down to these 4. I've kept the Solomon Brothers diamond in there just to see what you guys think, but I think the first three are way better. Which ones can I cut out, which one stands out? Also, are there others I should consider?

http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2983079.htm

http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2994226.htm

http://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.50-carat-f-color-vs1-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-73572

http://www.solomonbrothers.com/DiamondDetail.aspx?sku=137929&affiliate=9318613A-AD0C-4530-A456-0409DFEFB8DE%20&utm_source=PriceScope

Thanks!

 

[thediamondshopper]

I would ask white flash to help you decide between the two as they are both great and it would be impossible to decide without seeing them in person.

 

[larryjenkins]

I also found this one. What do you guys think between this one and the two WF?

http://www.victorcanera.com/diamonds/ezwyv1

Also, I'm really stretching my budget here. I want a really good cut, but I'd like to save a few grand too. Should I downgrade my color or clarity?

 

[Daisyoz]

I love G VS1 combination so if budget allows, I d go for the Canera one. However, the second WF seems to be of good value, if it is eye clean to your standards, it is probably a good choice as it is much cheaper.

If you or your girlfriend are not much colour sensitive, this one might be a good option?

http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2972963.htm

 

[larryjenkins]

I actually have that same stone opened in my browser since I am considering a step down to H color, which would save me a couple grand. The color is really only noticeable from 45 degrees right?

Looks like I can narrow it down to these now:
http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2994226.htm
http://www.victorcanera.com/diamonds/ezwyv1

and for H color:
http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2972963.htm

Thoughts between the first two? and whether or not I should step down to H?

I love G VS1 combination so if budget allows, I d go for the Canera one. However, the second WF seems to be of good value, if it is eye clean to your standards, it is probably a good choice as it is much cheaper.

If you or your girlfriend are not much colour sensitive, this one might be a good option?

http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2972963.htm

 

[Daisyoz]

For the first 2 stones, a couple of thoughts,
- two similar face up size diamonds with same price and same colour but one is VS1, one is VS2. So obviously you are paying a premium for the ACA (interestingly a few weeks ago there was a 1.5 carat ACA G VS1 for the same price but since then has been sold). Whether it justifies the premium, only you could answer.
- on the other hands, ACA is an established brand and their diamonds ARE gorgeous. I havent seen Canera ideal heart so cant comment but arkie said they are very beautiful as well.

For the H,
- depending on your setting of choice, it the sides are covered partially, it is difficult to see the colour. And I superideal cut faces up quite white to me though I am quite colour sensitive. I could definitely see yellowness on the side though. So whether that will bother you or your girlfriend, again only you could anwser.

Have you had a look over at James Allen? They dont have 1.5 carat range G in their True hearts line at the moment, but may be you could choose a few excellent cut with HCA sub 2 and ask for idealscope to pick out the best? That may save a few grands.