Hi there,
Which stone would you choose based on the available information? Both are AGS000 Ideal cuts.
Stone 1:
1.53 H VS2 (confirmed as eye clean)
HCA 0.3
$14,770
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/H-VS2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1416819.asp?gid=GAN&pid=k244266&pname=VigLink
Idealscope image attached below.
Or
Stone 2:
1.53 G SI1 (confirmed as eye clean)
HCA 1.5
$16,830
all info available on website
http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/8399/
Which one would you go for?
The GOG stone has a higher colour (G v H), is confirmed as H&A and generally more information available ie the Brilliant scope etc.
GOG also has amazing upgrade polices and guarantees etc. The Idealscope image of the GOG stone appears to be much redder than the JA stone - not sure if that makes a difference or means anything?
Also, I dont know how to compare the light leakage between the images so opinions would be appreciated here!!!
However, the James Allen stone is cheaper, slightly bigger in measurements (but probably not noticeably bigger to the naked eye), is a lower colour (although most on PS claim you cannot tell the difference between H and G so not sure if it worth the premium?), not a H&A but is a higher clarity at VS2.
I am very strict in my preference for eye clean but even though the JA is VS2, I have heard there can be visible inclusions in a VS2. Are JA as strict as GOG in their assessments of eye clean?
GOG have confirmed that the stone is eye clean from all angles and distances (and the inclusions are on the side therefore prongable).
Is the H&A premium worth it for the GOG?
As it is from GOG, I have a feeling it is likely to be a better performing stone due to the high testing they do?
I am concerned there is still a chance of seeing the JA inclusions as they are towards the centre of the stone, not the side like the GOG.
i know there is a price difference but i am happy to pay that difference for a better quality stone if your thoughts are that the GOG is better.
PS; the GOG stone is on hold by someone else but i am willing to wait and check what happens with it. I have put the JA stone on hold.
Your urgent opinions would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers
Which stone would you choose based on the available information? Both are AGS000 Ideal cuts.
Stone 1:
1.53 H VS2 (confirmed as eye clean)
HCA 0.3
$14,770
http://www.jamesallen.com/diamonds/H-VS2-Ideal-Cut-Round-Diamond-1416819.asp?gid=GAN&pid=k244266&pname=VigLink
Idealscope image attached below.
Or
Stone 2:
1.53 G SI1 (confirmed as eye clean)
HCA 1.5
$16,830
all info available on website
http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/8399/
Which one would you go for?
The GOG stone has a higher colour (G v H), is confirmed as H&A and generally more information available ie the Brilliant scope etc.
GOG also has amazing upgrade polices and guarantees etc. The Idealscope image of the GOG stone appears to be much redder than the JA stone - not sure if that makes a difference or means anything?
Also, I dont know how to compare the light leakage between the images so opinions would be appreciated here!!!
However, the James Allen stone is cheaper, slightly bigger in measurements (but probably not noticeably bigger to the naked eye), is a lower colour (although most on PS claim you cannot tell the difference between H and G so not sure if it worth the premium?), not a H&A but is a higher clarity at VS2.
I am very strict in my preference for eye clean but even though the JA is VS2, I have heard there can be visible inclusions in a VS2. Are JA as strict as GOG in their assessments of eye clean?
GOG have confirmed that the stone is eye clean from all angles and distances (and the inclusions are on the side therefore prongable).
Is the H&A premium worth it for the GOG?
As it is from GOG, I have a feeling it is likely to be a better performing stone due to the high testing they do?
I am concerned there is still a chance of seeing the JA inclusions as they are towards the centre of the stone, not the side like the GOG.
i know there is a price difference but i am happy to pay that difference for a better quality stone if your thoughts are that the GOG is better.
PS; the GOG stone is on hold by someone else but i am willing to wait and check what happens with it. I have put the JA stone on hold.
Your urgent opinions would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers