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gdowney

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here are 2 diamonds that I am considering. the links show ASET and idealscope images.
http://www.exceldiamonds.com/Loose_Princess_Cut_Diamond-144/Loose_Princess_Cut_1.38_Carat_I_Color_VS1_Clarity_diamond-352635.html
http://www.exceldiamonds.com/Loose_Princess_Cut_Diamond-144/Loose_Princess_Cut_1.29_Carat_H_Color_SI1_Clarity_diamond-389150.html

This is my first take from looking at the images. I dont know a whole lot about this stuff, and have only learned from this website.

Diamond #1- the Idealscope image shows quite a bit of leakage at 12:00 and 6:00. the blockages at 9:00 and 3:00 are somewhat significant but not a huge hinderance.
the ASET image shows that although there is quite a bit of brightness it is not exactly the brightest. also, I see that the leakage at 12:00 and 6:00 is pretty significant.
the actual diamond image looks decent to me except for the very center, but I have a feeling that that is a reflection of something else?
As far as #;s, the diamond is obviously big, very clear, good enough on color, the symmetry is possibly not the best. another possible drawback would be the girdle goes from very thin to thick. I think that one big positive is that the depth% is low, making the diamond look even bigger than it really is?
I graded this diamond as 2B on the AGA scale?



Diamond #2 - the Idealscope image shows that the table has a ton of light return, but a few significant blockages. also, there is quite a bit of leakage off of the table.
the ASET image is a little confusing to me. I feel like there is a good mix of green and red, but on the points of the "X", there is a lot of leakages, and also, there are a handful of blockages on the table surrounding the center.
the actual diamond image looks decent.
As far as the #''s, the diamond is slightly smaller, and has a steep depth% which will make the stone look even smaller (or at leased not look any bigger). the color is decent, the girdle is pretty good, and the inclusions are negligable, since the would be unable to be seen with the naked eye.
I graded this diamond as a 2B also on the AGA scale? both of the diamonds graded by my sound no so hot, but i could be waaaaaaaay off

I would appreciate your opinions on the rocks!!! Like I said, i am an amature at this stuff. for all I know, one of those rocks could be reallllly briliant and a great but i dont know. let me know what you think!!!! please!!!!!
 
Date: 11/4/2009 12:05:09 AM
Author:gdowney
here are 2 diamonds that I am considering. the links show ASET and idealscope images.
http://www.exceldiamonds.com/Loose_Princess_Cut_Diamond-144/Loose_Princess_Cut_1.38_Carat_I_Color_VS1_Clarity_diamond-352635.html
http://www.exceldiamonds.com/Loose_Princess_Cut_Diamond-144/Loose_Princess_Cut_1.29_Carat_H_Color_SI1_Clarity_diamond-389150.html

This is my first take from looking at the images. I dont know a whole lot about this stuff, and have only learned from this website.

Diamond #1- the Idealscope image shows quite a bit of leakage at 12:00 and 6:00. the blockages at 9:00 and 3:00 are somewhat significant but not a huge hinderance.
the ASET image shows that although there is quite a bit of brightness it is not exactly the brightest. also, I see that the leakage at 12:00 and 6:00 is pretty significant.
the actual diamond image looks decent to me except for the very center, but I have a feeling that that is a reflection of something else?
As far as #;s, the diamond is obviously big, very clear, good enough on color, the symmetry is possibly not the best. another possible drawback would be the girdle goes from very thin to thick. I think that one big positive is that the depth% is low, making the diamond look even bigger than it really is?
I graded this diamond as 2B on the AGA scale?

Diamond #2 - the Idealscope image shows that the table has a ton of light return, but a few significant blockages. also, there is quite a bit of leakage off of the table.
the ASET image is a little confusing to me. I feel like there is a good mix of green and red, but on the points of the 'X', there is a lot of leakages, and also, there are a handful of blockages on the table surrounding the center.
the actual diamond image looks decent.
As far as the #'s, the diamond is slightly smaller, and has a steep depth% which will make the stone look even smaller (or at leased not look any bigger). the color is decent, the girdle is pretty good, and the inclusions are negligable, since the would be unable to be seen with the naked eye.
I graded this diamond as a 2B also on the AGA scale? both of the diamonds graded by my sound no so hot, but i could be waaaaaaaay off

I would appreciate your opinions on the rocks!!! Like I said, i am an amature at this stuff. for all I know, one of those rocks could be reallllly briliant and a great but i dont know. let me know what you think!!!! please!!!!!
 
You interpretation is the same as mine. So tough call, both not the greatest, I am leaning towards #2.
 
Hi gdowney

What do you want to achieve, the best cut Princess you can find?
 
I really would like the cut to be considerably better then these two. for my price range the size on those two are pretty stellar, but if they aren''t going to perform, then what is the point! I think that I could get a well cut 1.25ish carat princess for $6000ish. but if the thing doesn''t perform, then I wont get it. I would be willing to sacrafice slightly on color (down to an SI1-2) and color (down to an I) but not on cut quality. so I have a feeling these are a no-go...
 
Date: 11/4/2009 9:04:55 AM
Author: gdowney
I really would like the cut to be considerably better then these two. for my price range the size on those two are pretty stellar, but if they aren''t going to perform, then what is the point! I think that I could get a well cut 1.25ish carat princess for $6000ish. but if the thing doesn''t perform, then I wont get it. I would be willing to sacrafice slightly on color (down to an SI1-2) and color (down to an I) but not on cut quality. so I have a feeling these are a no-go...

Here are a couple more suggestions for you,

http://www.whiteflash.com/princess/Princess-cut-diamond-2210539.htm#

http://www.whiteflash.com/princess/Princess-cut-diamond-2174181.htm#
 
I have found two diamonds that I expect perform much better than the previous. let me know what you think!!!
diamond #1- http://www.whiteflash.com/princess/Princess-cut-diamond-2210539.htm

diamond #2 - http://www.whiteflash.com/princess/Princess-cut-diamond-2174181.htm#

these two look pretty darn good. One of them stands out to me. Let me know what you think.
 
that is exactly what I thought
 
Date: 11/4/2009 10:26:55 AM
Author: gdowney
that is exactly what I thought
Great minds think alike! If you are seriously interested in that diamond contact WF and get it reserved to prevent lurker poaching, and check it is eyeclean to your standards also by asking someone at WF to inspect it for you.
 
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