Would love feedback :)

[mccsbobo]

For someone very particular about light performance (especially fire), would you have any feedback on this stone for me? https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-di...olor-vs1-clarity-true-hearts-cut-sku-15654354



Thanks in advance for looking and sharing!

 

[Lookinagain]

you should probably ask the mods to move this over to Lab Grown

Lab-Grown Diamonds/Man-Made Diamonds (MMD)

Learn about and discuss everything on lab-grown diamonds here! No simulants (CZ, Moissanite, YAG, etc), please.

www.pricescope.com

 

[mccsbobo]

you should probably ask the mods to move this over to Lab Grown

Lab-Grown Diamonds/Man-Made Diamonds (MMD)

Learn about and discuss everything on lab-grown diamonds here! No simulants (CZ, Moissanite, YAG, etc), please.

www.pricescope.com

thank you

 

[Dreamer_D]

It’s a nice classically proportioned MRB. Should have well balanced light return including fire.

 

[Kim N]

The cut is beautiful, but the material has somewhat of a brownish-greyish tinge.

 

[0515vision]

The cut is beautiful, but the material has somewhat of a brownish-greyish tinge.

Oooooo … great pickup! You’re so good with these color nuances, @Kim N!

 

[mccsbobo]

Thank you @Dreamer_D and @Kim N ! Do you think this is better?


https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-di...olor-vs2-clarity-true-hearts-cut-sku-17190015

 

[0515vision]

I don’t know exactly why, but I like this one better, although it’s $350 more. But I’m clearly not the most precise on here lol!

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/2.26-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-true-hearts-cut-sku-17189996

@Kim N @Dreamer_D … thoughts? @DejaWiz @0-0-0 @lovedogs ?

 

[Kim N]

Thank you @Dreamer_D and @Kim N ! Do you think this is better?


https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-di...olor-vs2-clarity-true-hearts-cut-sku-17190015

Yes, this one is better than the 2.30.

 

[Kim N]

I don’t know exactly why, but I like this one better, although it’s $350 more. But I’m clearly not the most precise on here lol!

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/2.26-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-true-hearts-cut-sku-17189996

@Kim N @Dreamer_D … thoughts? @DejaWiz @0-0-0 @lovedogs ?

I like this one too!

 

[Kim N]

Are you tied to James Allen? I've found some cheaper alternatives at other vendors.

 

[mccsbobo]

I don’t know exactly why, but I like this one better, although it’s $350 more. But I’m clearly not the most precise on here lol!

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/2.26-carat-g-color-vs1-clarity-true-hearts-cut-sku-17189996

@Kim N @Dreamer_D … thoughts? @DejaWiz @0-0-0 @lovedogs ?

looks great! thank u!!

 

[mccsbobo]

Are you tied to James Allen? I've found some cheaper alternatives at other vendors.

definitely not tied to JA! the setting i like the most is there (but its just a micropave so im sure i can find one just like it elsewhere), i saw their "sale" (which i now see isnt very meaningful lol), like the return policy, and i was admittedly a bit swayed by brand recognition. with that said, i am totally open to other options!

the most important thing to me is that i find a stone with mind blowing light performance!

 

[0515vision]

definitely not tied to JA!

Get ready to have @Kim N knock your socks off!!!

 

[mccsbobo]

Get ready to have @Kim N knock your socks off!!!

 

[DejaWiz]

What carat range, color grades, clarity grades, and budget cap are you targeting, mccsbobo?

Definitely reach out to Rhino (Jon) at Distinctive Gem...he has access to pretty much everything in the virtual supply chain and will personally vet and fully assess any diamonds that he brings in.

 

[mccsbobo]

im thinking 2.25-2.5ish carat, G min, VS2 min, H&A, budget is flexible (as long as we are in the LGD territory )

id be willing to go bigger on the stone, but im concerned it might look too big in a setting like this: https://www.jamesallen.com/engagement-rings/pave/platinum-petite-pave-engagement-ring-item-56283 Open to everyone's input here too!

And thanks for the recommendation about Rhino! Thats AWESOME!

 

[Kim N]

definitely not tied to JA! the setting i like the most is there (but its just a micropave so im sure i can find one just like it elsewhere), i saw their "sale" (which i now see isnt very meaningful lol), like the return policy, and i was admittedly a bit swayed by brand recognition. with that said, i am totally open to other options!

the most important thing to me is that i find a stone with mind blowing light performance!

I found some beautiful options for you. Let me know when you're online and ready to put one on hold.

 

[mccsbobo]

im here!

 

[Kim N]

im here!

Are you still around?

 

[mccsbobo]

sorry! im here now! actually i have another proposal in the meantime as well:

Love to hear some feedback on this one (and certainly anything anyone has that they feel is even better in terms of performance!)

 

[Kim N]

The IGI stones are designated H&A on the reports.

Inventory

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Inventory

Shop your perfect lab grown diamond from thousands of ethically sourced certified lab created diamonds inventory.

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https://www.loosegrowndiamond.com/inventory/?sku=628418914&skuu=628418914

https://www.loosegrowndiamond.com/inventory/?sku=5476831065&skuu=5476831065

 

[Kim N]

sorry! im here now! actually i have another proposal in the meantime as well:

Love to hear some feedback on this one (and certainly anything anyone has that they feel is even better in terms of performance!)

I don't love the material on this one. It has a greyish tint and some graining.

 

[0515vision]

The IGI stones are designated H&A on the reports.

Inventory

Shop your perfect lab grown diamond from thousands of ethically sourced certified lab created diamonds inventory.

www.loosegrowndiamond.com

Inventory

Shop your perfect lab grown diamond from thousands of ethically sourced certified lab created diamonds inventory.

www.loosegrowndiamond.com

https://www.loosegrowndiamond.com/inventory/?sku=628418914&skuu=628418914

https://www.loosegrowndiamond.com/inventory/?sku=5476831065&skuu=5476831065

Those two are gorgeous!

 

[mccsbobo]

The IGI stones are designated H&A on the reports.

Inventory

Shop your perfect lab grown diamond from thousands of ethically sourced certified lab created diamonds inventory.

www.loosegrowndiamond.com

Inventory

Shop your perfect lab grown diamond from thousands of ethically sourced certified lab created diamonds inventory.

www.loosegrowndiamond.com

https://www.loosegrowndiamond.com/inventory/?sku=628418914&skuu=628418914

https://www.loosegrowndiamond.com/inventory/?sku=5476831065&skuu=5476831065

thank you so much! i see this site doesnt include anything like idealscope, aset, H&A, etc images. Should I be looking for those to know for sure they are truly the best of the best in terms of performance?

 

[mccsbobo]

Also, do you happen to see anything amazing on Adiamor or JA?

 

[0515vision]

For that level of imaging, have you checked out Brian Gavin’s site or Whiteflash? Those branded stones come with all kinds of imaging.

 

[0-0-0]

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[Kim N]

2.52 Carat E VS1 Round Brilliant Lab Grown Diamond GCAL 8X Certified 332210610 Affinity Cut - D59035079

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This fabulous 2.30 carat Round Ideal cut diamond has a clarity grade of VS1 and color grade of D.It is an excellent choice for engagement rings. | 291246

www.whiteflash.com

 

[mccsbobo]

Thank you!! I think I'm leaning toward the 2.52!

Do you see anything special on adiamor that’s more toward the g/vS2 realm by any chance?