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Advice for emerald diamond

jimmy2023

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Hi guys,

Bit of a diamond rookie, first post.

I am looking at getting an emerald diamond for an engagement ring. Currently have my eyes on this one and was seeking some advice regarding quality/any flags with this diamond. Or any advice from people that have purchased emerald diamonds previously for qualities to look for/alternative options that you might think would be great.

Budget of $11,000 USD (for loose diamond) and hoping to get colourless (D-F) diamond. Looking to set with a yellow gold setting.

https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-di...ferral&utm_campaign=earthdiamonds-ps&a_aid=ps

Thanks for your help
Jimmy
 
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Hi. That diamond says not available. Did you buy it? EC's and other fancy cuts are difficult to buy online, not impossible, but there are a lot of parameters to look for. Karl_K is our "go-to" EC expert. He will give you an unbiased opinion. So, if you are still looking, tag Karl when you have some options. Also, whatever you do, make sure the vendor has a good return policy. The best way to evaluate the diamond is in person. Also, do your research. There are a lot of videos online about EC's and some comparing good and bad cut EC's
 
Thank you very much for your reply. I went to a local jeweller and it was over double the price (I am from Australia) for a what I thought was a 'similar' diamond (carat, colour, clarity)

I have put it on hold for 48hrs , hopefully you can still see the specs for it though.

Also looking to get a natural diamond around the 1.5 carat mark (however best bang for buck with one that looks good is more important than carat)

@Karl_K hope you might have some useful insights to this

Thanks again,
Jimmy
 
If your shopping for an EC from outside the USA you really need a full service vendor who can provide proper videos and an ASET image.
I can not make recommendations but the consumers can.
 
Johnathan at Distinctive Gems can give you full service if you want to reach out to him.


I say no to the latest two. The first has a couple of steps that go dark at the same time. The second one is not
flashing down in the center (those steps are doing nothing).

I still prefer the 1.55 over these two but I think you/Pricescope should keep looking to see if there is anything better out
there (or contact Johnathan).

Have you tried BlueNile? Adimor?

Lets see if @Karl_K has any comments for this one?

 
Johnathan at Distinctive Gems can give you full service if you want to reach out to him.


I say no to the latest two. The first has a couple of steps that go dark at the same time. The second one is not
flashing down in the center (those steps are doing nothing).

I still prefer the 1.55 over these two but I think you/Pricescope should keep looking to see if there is anything better out
there (or contact Johnathan).

Have you tried BlueNile? Adimor?

Lets see if @Karl_K has any comments for this one?


Thank you very much for the thorough response, it is greatly appreciated!

I have just filled out that form for distinctive gems that you sent. Sounds like a fantastic service.

I am slightly concerned about the 1.55 having a strong blue fluorescence as on further reading have seen that these can sometimes show up as hazy in natural light

I will keep looking until I find the best diamond possible

Thanks again
 
I took a quick look at adimor... @Karl_K yea or nay on these?

I would try and get an ASET for both to verify a few things.
Both have potential but an ASET would answer a few more questions.
 
Hi all,

I unfortunately missed those two whilst looking around for alternative options…
Was hoping to get some thoughts on these diamonds if possible

https://www.adiamor.com/Diamonds/1.51-ct-E-VVS1-Affinity-Cut-Emerald-Diamond/D54512839

https://www.adiamor.com/Diamonds/1.51-ct-G-VVS2-Affinity-Cut-Emerald-Diamond/D54326715?rfr=search

https://www.adiamor.com/Diamonds/1.51-ct-G-VVS2-Affinity-Cut-Emerald-Diamond/D53902980?rfr=search

https://www.adiamor.com/Diamonds/1.50-ct-E-VVS2-Excellent-Cut-Emerald-Diamond/D54246292?rfr=search

Or any other options you might think are worthwhile around the place for this sort of price point/size etc

Thanks very much
 
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@tyty333 @Karl_K wondering if either of you might have an opinion on any of the above diamonds? thank you for your help
 
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