Which Old Cut Diamond would you choose and why?

[princessandthepear]

I really do not know enough to ask the proper questions but would like to learn. The faceting of these three diamonds is very appealing to my eye. However, am not certain about the shallow depth of the GIA circular brilliant. Would this display a fiasheye or just be dead. The EGL transitional is smaller and also possesses an interesting pattern to me. The last diamond is a classic old european cut. It is a bit more organic. Please point out positives and shortcomings in these diamonds and areas that require further investigation. Thank you for your guidance.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1ct-GIA-CE...-VINTAGE-NATURAL-ANTIQUE-1-CARAT/174041190583

https://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-CE...RANSITIONAL-EUROPEAN-1ct-NATURAL/173850754665

IDEAL CUT 1 CARAT VINTAGE OLD EUROPEAN DIAMOND I VS1 CERTIFIED EXCELLENT 1CT OEC | eBay

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https://www.ebay.com/itm/IDEAL-CUT-...-VS1-CERTIFIED-EXCELLENT-1CT-OEC/153422803461



Sorry about the erractic picture size but both PS and eBay shrink after I take a screenshot and I do not know how to restore the original size.

 

[OoohShiny]

I am not an expert but they all look pretty nice to my eyes!

 

[PreRaphaelite]

Number two has very crisp details, which many PSers enjoy. Personally the third would be my choice, all other things being equal. The culet seals the deal!

 

[kgizo]

I don’t care for the depth of #1, too shallow for my taste. Big color diff between 2 and 3 so depends on what you like. #3 has a smaller table which many prefer in an old cut. Can they do a side by side video for you? If you go for #3 I would ask about the girdle thickness and setting options.

 

[tyty333]

See if they can do a side by side photo for you. If you can narrow it down to two maybe they can do a video for you.

 

[CHRISTY-DANIELLE]

My Diamond Zone on Ebay is same company as Ivy&Rose on Etsy. I like the stats on this one, not far off on price from another you posted.

1.36ct Certified J Vvs2 Excellent Cut Diamond Vintage Transitional Old European Antique 1.5 Carat Ethically Sourced 12817 - Etsy

This vibrant and high quality 1.36ct old transitional cut certified diamond has truly exceptional VVS2 clarity, nice white color, and magnificent brilliance. Even under 10x magnification, it is impossible to find any inclusions in this diamond! Bridging the gap between old cuts and modern round

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Personally, I'd avoid a stone that's shallow and "spready" like option 1 you shared. I would watch Rhinos video on "the lure of spready cuts"---you lose perfomance and risk fish eye.

 

[CHRISTY-DANIELLE]

 

[AV_]

Vote for the transitional - the stone looks perfect & the colour grade does not hurt; this is the pattern I think of as Ideal for round brilliant.

 

[princessandthepear]

@CHRISTY-DANIELLE the stone you posted is just exactly what I am looking for. Thank you! I have requested a side by side comparison video of it and another diamond to see which style of cut I prefer. Will try to post the video after I receive it for further guidance. Thank you again.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I am assuming you know not to buy through ebay or etsy. They'll have more leeway to discount if you buy from them directly.

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[princessandthepear]

@diamondseeker2006 thank you for the tip. I am purchasing through Ivy & Rose to take advantage of an option that was available. Please tell me what you think of this comparison video. The diamond on the left is the 1.36ct transitional while on the right is an L SI1 old miner. I actually have a setting that would accomodate the old miner that is sitting empty.

 

[CHRISTY-DANIELLE]

I like them both! Do you like one better?
I guess it comes down to what you are looking for. Did you have something in mind for a round stone? Or are you looking to use the setting you already have, that the old miner fits?
They have a nice 30 day return policy, whichever platform you choose to use to buy from them.

 

[princessandthepear]

@CHRISTY-DANIELLE I contacted Ivy & Rose for the old mine diamond. It was a difficult decision. Both diamonds are lovelly.

 

[CHRISTY-DANIELLE]

Exciting! Be sure and post pics when you get it!

 

[Lvoeshinythings]

@CHRISTY-DANIELLE I contacted Ivy & Rose for the old mine diamond. It was a difficult decision. Both diamonds are lovelly.

Can’t wait to see it! I was hoping you’d choose the OMC.

 

[RosieR]

@diamondseeker2006 thank you for the tip. I am purchasing through Ivy & Rose to take advantage of an option that was available. Please tell me what you think of this comparison video. The diamond on the left is the 1.36ct transitional while on the right is an L SI1 old miner. I actually have a setting that would accomodate the old miner that is sitting empty.

That old miner has the most gorgeous cushion shape! I personally can see the colour difference between the two stones. (The cushion appearing warmer) I think maybe under the shop spot lighting, the old miner sparkles more? The photo in the link shows a beautiful facet pattern for the transitional. Have you any close ups of the old miner? Sorry that was not helpful, they both look beautiful to me

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Both stones looked good to me in the video. Do you have a magnified photo of the OMC? I'd be interested in seeing the facet pattern.

 

[princessandthepear]

@diamondseeker2006 here is the listing to the diamond, https://www.ebay.com/itm/1-66ct-CER...RE-CUSHION-ANTIQUE-LOOSE-VINTAGE/401946595869 . It never appeared in Ivy & Rose. I think the listing was only up for a very brief time.
Please share your thoughts on the diamond. I would be interested in learning what you look for in a vintage diamond.