Which Online Stores to Consider ?

[qmaster]

After seeing how many online stores there are that sell loose diamonds, I have decided to only consider the ones that own the actual diamonds that they are selling and/or have been able to see them so that they can take pictures of them and grade their cut themselves. I am leaning more towards the stores that have established their own version of a cut above Excellent (GIA3x, Hearts and arrows, etc.).

So I am now trying to make a list of these various stores so that I can watch their inventory. Here is what I have so far, but I would greatly appreciate everyone's help on adding as many stores as possible (especially if you have heard good things about them).

Brian Gavin (I really like the Blue series as they save a few thousand by matching a good fluorescence to a lower color stone)
Whiteflash (A Cut Above)
BlueNile (Signature Ideal)
Good Old Gold
James Allen
Union Diamond (SelectIdeal Cut)
High Performance Diamonds (Infinity)
B2C (Exclusive)

I am obviously missing quite a few and you guys may think that some of the above made-up brands are not worth a premium.

Any help is GREATLY appreciated.

Jason

 

[AprilBaby]

Whiteflash has been fabulous to work with. All the diamonds I purchased are a cut above and I couldn't be happier! They are not graded in store, they have AGS certs.

 

[luv2sparkle]

My top three would be Brian Gavin, Whiteflash and Good Old Gold, in that order. I have purchased from Brian Gavin and Whiteflash and ID jewelry. ID would be my fourth. Both Brian and Jonathon at GOG have such an eye for what makes a great diamond, so without studying and trying for decide for myself all the angles and depth combinations possible, I would feel very comfortable trusting my eyes and their judgement. Both also have the ability to give you reports that show how your diamond sparkles. That doesn't hurt either.

 

[BhavinJ]

I'd go for BGD/WF or GOG, reason would be same as "luv2sparkle" has mentioned in her comments.

They both have tremendous knowledge and their customer service is simply awesome, I can say this as I have read and heard lot of good things about them.

BN & JA are also worth giving a try.