Which one will you pick?

[steve-112233]

Hi,

I am new to diamond and have spent a lot of time doing research online.
After about a month, I am now deciding between the following two diamonds:

http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/F-SI1-Excellent-Cut-Round-Diamond-1517940.asp

GIA cert: http://www.jamesallen.com/grading_report.asp?pic=1517940

Factor Grade
Light Return Excellent
Fire Excellent
Scintillation Excellent
Spread
or diameter for weight Very Good
Total Visual Performance 1.1 - Excellent

and

http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2836048.htm

GIA cert: http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/certificate.aspx?idno=2836048&file_name=1

Factor Grade
Light Return Excellent
Fire Excellent
Scintillation Very Good
Spread
or diameter for weight Very Good
Total Visual Performance 1.4 - Excellent


I am not sure if I should worry about the feathers in 2836048?
I realise we may need to see the diamond in person to tell which is better, but I just want some general feedback and advice so I can put them into consideration.
Just by looking at the GIA reports, which one looks like the better buy?

Thanks in advance!
Steve

 

[JulieN]

They are very similar, need pictures and Ideal scope to chose between them.

Are you targeting those proportions for a reason?

 

[steve-112233]

Hi Julie,

I thought a HCA of 0 - 2 is ideal?
Are you referring to those proportions?

Steve

 

[JulieN]

It is just slightly atypical for both to have table 58-59/low crown combo. Just wondering if you were targeting it on purpose or not.

 

[steve-112233]

Hi Julie,

Thank you for the reply so far.
They just happen to be in those proportions. I think those these ranges tend to give higher HCA scores.
So I guess I will be safe to choose either of those rocks?

Steve