Whiteflash's ACA rounds vs GOG signature rounds

[chicam]

Hi, being relatively new to this diamond knowledge. I was wondering if anyone knows what the difference is between an ACA by Whiteflash and GOG signatures in the rounds. They look same to me. Is one superior to other? I have seen videos on GOG website on their beautiful stones, while the ACA pictures lool heavenly.. What's a person to do. Thanks.

 

[Dreamer_D]

Both are really top brands.

There may be subtle nuances differentiating them based on each vendor's preferences, but I don't think they will be noticable to most consumers.

 

[kenny]

They are both fine companies offering top cut!

I'd flip a coin or closely compare all of their policies to see if one is more to your liking.

 

[IbrahimSS]

I can't comment on the diamonds themselves but I can say I felt like GOG gave me more info about the diamond and the CS was excellent. Whiteflash got somewhat pushy with me which turned me off. My customer service experience ranked based on *personal* preference was:
GOG
James Allen
Whiteflash

I think what turned me off the most from Whiteflash was their call to tell me that prices are going up and I needed to decide right away. A week of refreshing the same diamonds later they were the same price... I didn't like that.

I may put JA and GOG on the same level but since I decided to go with GOG and they were great afterwards I ranked them higher.

 

[kindred]

This may be a stupid question, but how do you know which GOG diamonds are "signature rounds"? I don't see any marked that way on their web site.

 

[risingsun]

I can't comment on the diamonds themselves but I can say I felt like GOG gave me more info about the diamond and the CS was excellent. Whiteflash got somewhat pushy with me which turned me off. My customer service experience ranked based on *personal* preference was:
GOG
James Allen
Whiteflash

I think what turned me off the most from Whiteflash was their call to tell me that prices are going up and I needed to decide right away. A week of refreshing the same diamonds later they were the same price... I didn't like that.

I may put JA and GOG on the same level but since I decided to go with GOG and they were great afterwards I ranked them higher.

WF is telling you the truth. I purchased a diamond tennis bracelet from them several months ago. The price is now $2500 more. I spoke with my local jeweler this weekend and he told me there have been two recent price increases and a third one is coming. He's not trying to scare me into a purchase, either. Folks, get your diamonds reappraised ASAP. I was shocked at the priced differential

 

[IbrahimSS]

WF is telling you the truth. I purchased a diamond tennis bracelet from them several months ago. The price is now $2500 more. I spoke with my local jeweler this weekend and he told me there have been two recent price increases and a third one is coming. He's not trying to scare me into a purchase, either. Folks, get your diamonds reappraised ASAP. I was shocked at the priced differential

Hold on.... yes diamond prices are rising. I know that. That's been talked about on this forum quite a bit lately. The issue here is simple. They told me they were increasing their prices on the forum as we spoke so I had to buy now. I checked back a week or two later and it was the same price. There is a difference between the two things...

 

[bagelboy]

Yes, Which vendor has the best diamonds? You really have to compare one diamond from vendor A to another diamond from vendor B.There might be very small differences that might make a particular diamond better, but in most cases,it is the settings or the trade up policies or a particular sales assistant or a lower price that is the deciding factor. I have purchased diamonds from several vendors, depending on price and availability. I would call the vendor who has the diamond closest to your desired budget. But sometimes someone else bags your diamond and then Plan B happens. Hope that helps!

 

[IbrahimSS]

It's a pretty competitive industry so the policies are similar but not exactly the same. Same thing with the diamonds. No two are exactly the same and it depends on availability of the vendor's supply. The Rapport comes out every Friday and vendors use that as a benchmark for prices. So to answer who has the best diamonds.... as far as I know, no one. Each one has their fair share of duds and beauties. You need to evaluate each stone. Set your criteria (4 C's, cost, H&A, HCA, etc), search, then compare.

 

[tyty333]

This may be a stupid question, but how do you know which GOG diamonds are "signature rounds"? I don't see any marked that way on their web site.

It will say that it is a "Superior Round Diamond" and right after the box that contains the info on the stone on the right side it
will say that it has a Lifetime Guarantee.
http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/8286/ /* signature stone */

The other non-sig stones will be called "Traditional Round Diamond" and will only have a 30 day guarantee.
http://www.goodoldgold.com/diamond/8099/ /* non-sig stone */

 

[IbrahimSS]

They told me they were increasing their prices on the forum as we spoke so I had to buy now.

Just a correction that should read on their website not forum....

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I have bought from both and the diamond quality is equal. Buy from the one who has the particular stone you are looking for and if they both have one, then go by price and customer service.

 

[centralsquare]

If you find stones at each you like, perhaps choose based on who has the setting you want as they may eliminate some headaches

 

[chicam]

"This may be a stupid question, but how do you know which GOG diamonds are "signature rounds"? I don't see any marked that way on their web site"

I actually was referring to the numerous videos I have watched on GOG website where Jonathan repeatedly refers to stones as his signature H&A rounds, which look truly beautiful. But the explanation above on 'Lifetime Guarantee' is even better.

It's good to know both companies have comparably beautiful stones. I had thought one may be superior to other.

 

[IbrahimSS]

"This may be a stupid question, but how do you know which GOG diamonds are "signature rounds"? I don't see any marked that way on their web site"

I actually was referring to the numerous videos I have watched on GOG website where Jonathan repeatedly refers to stones as his signature H&A rounds, which look truly beautiful. But the explanation above on 'Lifetime Guarantee' is even better.

It's good to know both companies have comparably beautiful stones. I had thought one may be superior to other.

Just give them a call... it's your best bet at a proper answer.