EmpireState
Rough_Rock
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- Apr 3, 2024
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Hi PS! First time diamond buyer here! I'm in the market for a ≈3.0c Emerald cut in order to recreate this engagement ring.
The goal
The diamond in question:
I came across this diamond on James Allen and am considering stretching my original $35k all-in budget for this stone because I love its clarity and colorlessness. However, I've read lot of conflicting information about higher fluorescence in colorless stones, which I'm told (by r/diamonds) are significantly less desirable, especially among tradespeople, and may cause cloudiness. So, I wanted to ask the experts here if this is valid or overblown.
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/3.21-carat-e-color-if-clarity-sku-20714784
Stats:
Carat: 3.21
Color: E
Clarity: IF
Table: 65.0
Depth: 68.0
Girdle: Slightly Thick to Thick
L/W/D: 9.7x6.93x4.71
L/W Ratio: 1.40
Questions:
From reading threads here on PS, I understand that emerald cuts really need to be evaluated in person to judge their appearance accurately. I plan to do that with whatever I buy, but I just want to double-check with you all that I'm not wasting my time (and tying up a lot of money) by even considering this stone.
Thank you!!!
The goal
The diamond in question:
I came across this diamond on James Allen and am considering stretching my original $35k all-in budget for this stone because I love its clarity and colorlessness. However, I've read lot of conflicting information about higher fluorescence in colorless stones, which I'm told (by r/diamonds) are significantly less desirable, especially among tradespeople, and may cause cloudiness. So, I wanted to ask the experts here if this is valid or overblown.
https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/emerald-cut/3.21-carat-e-color-if-clarity-sku-20714784
Stats:
Carat: 3.21
Color: E
Clarity: IF
Table: 65.0
Depth: 68.0
Girdle: Slightly Thick to Thick
L/W/D: 9.7x6.93x4.71
L/W Ratio: 1.40
Questions:
- Will medium blue fluorescence significantly impact the real world / naked eye appearance?
- How is the windowing? I notice a bit of light leakage but am unsure how to gauge its significance.
- Should I pass and keep looking, down sizing to reduce fluorescence and/or improve the cut?
- If no, is $37.3k a fair price in today's market?
- If yes, could anyone recommend a similar or smaller, better-performing stone within a $30-35k budget?
From reading threads here on PS, I understand that emerald cuts really need to be evaluated in person to judge their appearance accurately. I plan to do that with whatever I buy, but I just want to double-check with you all that I'm not wasting my time (and tying up a lot of money) by even considering this stone.
Thank you!!!