D Faint vs F None (1.01 Carat VS1 EX Cut)

[nokturne]

Hi guys, im searching diamond for engagement ring, would you pick D Faint or F None?
both are 1.01 Carat VS1 Excellent Cut and D Faint is $60USD cheaper.
Many Thanks

 

[tyty333]

Are you purposely going with low-crown/larger table?

 

[nokturne]

Are you purposely going with low-crown/larger table?

Nope, just that these two are around my budget, thanks

 

[tyty333]

You need to run them through the HCA tool. Look for stones that score 2 or under (or close to 2+ with an idealscope or aset).

Holloway Cut Advisor | HCA Tool

The HCA Tool uses data from a round brilliant diamond to produce a score that can help you make an estimate regarding the cut quality. Use it here.

www.pricescope.com

Edit...use the PS search engine to find well-cut stones. Its listed under the menus above.

 

[LLJsmom]

Table should be between 54-58. Depth 60-62.3. Try specifying and search again.

 

[lovedogs]

I would make sure you are looking for a better cut (as @LLJsmom said). Most people cannot tell the difference between D, E, and F, and VS2 will be eye clean in this size. I would look for F/VS2 stones with better cut.

We are also happy to help you look. What is your budget?

 

[nokturne]

You need to run them through the HCA tool. Look for stones that score 2 or under (or close to 2+ with an idealscope or aset).

Holloway Cut Advisor | HCA Tool

The HCA Tool uses data from a round brilliant diamond to produce a score that can help you make an estimate regarding the cut quality. Use it here.

www.pricescope.com

Edit...use the PS search engine to find well-cut stones. Its listed under the menus above.

the D is 3.5 and the F is 5.3, seems both are not good
btw do you know what is VIRTUAL DIAMONDS? (in the filter option)

 

[lovedogs]

You need to run them through the HCA tool. Look for stones that score 2 or under (or close to 2+ with an idealscope or aset).


the D is 3.5 and the F is 5.3, seems both are not good
btw do you know what is VIRTUAL DIAMONDS? (in the filter option)

Neither is good, unfortunately (as you saw from the HCA tool). Virtual diamonds means stones that are not in a physical store's inventory but are ordered from cutters who are often abroad. Most stones you look at online will be virtual inventory.

 

[nokturne]

Table should be between 54-58. Depth 60-62.3. Try specifying and search again.

You need to run them through the HCA tool. Look for stones that score 2 or under (or close to 2+ with an idealscope or aset).


the D is 3.5 and the F is 5.3, seems both are not good
btw do you know what is VIRTUAL DIAMONDS? (in the filter option)

Thanks both, after refined search, these two came up, budget is around $8500USD, is it better to avoid cloud inclusion?
score 1.5 score 1.4

 

[nokturne]

Neither is good, unfortunately (as you saw from the HCA tool). Virtual diamonds means stones that are not in a physical store's inventory but are ordered from cutters who are often abroad. Most stones you look at online will be virtual inventory.

Virtual seems to be way cheaper and affordable, a lot more choices also

 

[lovedogs]

Thanks both, after refined search, these two came up, budget is around $8500USD, is it better to avoid cloud inclusion?
score 1.5 score 1.4

Both of those stones look promising. Clouds aren't a problem unless the report says, "clarity grade based on clouds not shown" , which neither of these do. Can you post pics of these from whatever website is selling them?

 

[nokturne]

Both of those stones look promising. Clouds aren't a problem unless the report says, "clarity grade based on clouds not shown" , which neither of these do. Can you post pics of these from whatever website is selling them?

is it ok to post direct link here?

 

[lovedogs]

is it ok to post direct link here?

Yup, people do it all the time

 

[MillieLou]

You might want to put it on hold first in case it gets snatched by a lurker!

 

[nokturne]

Yup, people do it all the time

You might want to put it on hold first in case it gets snatched by a lurker!

well then lets not post links atm lol, i ve made a table for some of my selection, wt do u guys think, any other attribute should i consider

 

[LLJsmom]

I would choose first one first cause I prefer a tiny bit steeper.
Both look good.

 

[lovedogs]

well then lets not post links atm lol, i ve made a table for some of my selection, wt do u guys think, any other attribute should i consider

I like these options but would want to see images of them to decide for sure. My personal preference is for stones with depth between 61-62 and tables between 54-57 (but obviously that's just me and isn't any kind of rule).

Personally I prefer C, D, F, G over the others for that reason. Since I personally cannot tell the difference between D-F, I would likely pick C because it is the least expensive but I would want to check the pics first

 

[anon34985]

Diamond | 1.05 ct F VS2 Premium Select Round Cut Loose Diamond GIA Certified | 4248581

This fabulous 1.05 carat Round Excellent cut diamond has a clarity grade of VS2 and color grade of F.It is an excellent choice for diamond engagement rings or other fine diamond jewelry. | 4248581

www.whiteflash.com

Diamond | 1.051 ct F SI1 A CUT ABOVE® Hearts and Arrows Super Ideal Round Cut Loose Diamond AGS Certified | 4292680

This Whiteflash A CUT ABOVE® super ideal cut hearts and arrows 1.051 carat F color SI1 clarity loose diamond is graded by the American Gem Society (AGS) Laboratories. | 4292680

www.whiteflash.com

Those both look nice, and are both eye clean!

 

[nokturne]

I would choose first one first cause I prefer a tiny bit steeper.
Both look good.

I like these options but would want to see images of them to decide for sure. My personal preference is for stones with depth between 61-62 and tables between 54-57 (but obviously that's just me and isn't any kind of rule).

Personally I prefer C, D, F, G over the others for that reason. Since I personally cannot tell the difference between D-F, I would likely pick C because it is the least expensive but I would want to check the pics first

Some of them dont hv pics, here are the links

a. https://www.b2cjewels.com/dd/183828...m_medium=referral&utm_campaign=pricescope.com

b.

1.00 carat (ct) GIA Round Loose Diamond D Color VS1 Clarity Excellent Cut

www.b2cjewels.com

c. https://www.b2cjewels.com/dd/184050...m_medium=referral&utm_campaign=pricescope.com

d. https://www.eternitybyyoni.com/diamond_detail.php?id=2485797&ref=pricescope

e. https://www.adiamor.com/Diamonds/1....Cut-Round-Diamond/D45912578?&refer=pricescope

f. https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4248581.htm

g. https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4180550.htm

 

[nokturne]

Diamond | 1.05 ct F VS2 Premium Select Round Cut Loose Diamond GIA Certified | 4248581

This fabulous 1.05 carat Round Excellent cut diamond has a clarity grade of VS2 and color grade of F.It is an excellent choice for diamond engagement rings or other fine diamond jewelry. | 4248581

www.whiteflash.com

Diamond | 1.051 ct F SI1 A CUT ABOVE® Hearts and Arrows Super Ideal Round Cut Loose Diamond AGS Certified | 4292680

This Whiteflash A CUT ABOVE® super ideal cut hearts and arrows 1.051 carat F color SI1 clarity loose diamond is graded by the American Gem Society (AGS) Laboratories. | 4292680

www.whiteflash.com

Those both look nice, and are both eye clean!

the first one is actually f from my table lol

 

[lovedogs]

Some of them dont hv pics, here are the links

a. https://www.b2cjewels.com/dd/183828...m_medium=referral&utm_campaign=pricescope.com

b.

1.00 carat (ct) GIA Round Loose Diamond D Color VS1 Clarity Excellent Cut

www.b2cjewels.com

c. https://www.b2cjewels.com/dd/184050...m_medium=referral&utm_campaign=pricescope.com

d. https://www.eternitybyyoni.com/diamond_detail.php?id=2485797&ref=pricescope

e. https://www.adiamor.com/Diamonds/1....Cut-Round-Diamond/D45912578?&refer=pricescope

f. https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4248581.htm

g. https://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-4180550.htm

If you can afford the WF options I would always choose those because you're getting a super ideal cut and have an amazing upgrade policy. Some of these don't have pics, which means you don't know what they look like IRL, and others have angles outside of the recommended ranges.

 

[nokturne]

If you can afford the WF options I would always choose those because you're getting a super ideal cut and have an amazing upgrade policy. Some of these don't have pics, which means you don't know what they look like IRL, and others have angles outside of the recommended ranges.

Seems g is better if WF

 

[Mavimaui]

I don’t know if your budget would allow for this stone, but I absolutely love the cut/proportions of this diamond and the nice crisp, balanced arrows.

Diamond | 1.050 ct E VS2 A CUT ABOVE® Hearts and Arrows Super Ideal Round Cut Loose Diamond AGS Certified | 4065510

This Whiteflash A CUT ABOVE® super ideal cut hearts and arrows 1.050 carat E color VS2 clarity loose diamond is graded by the American Gem Society (AGS) Laboratories. | 4065510

www.whiteflash.com

 

[nokturne]

I don’t know if your budget would allow for this stone, but I absolutely love the cut/proportions of this diamond and the nice crisp, balanced arrows.

Diamond | 1.050 ct E VS2 A CUT ABOVE® Hearts and Arrows Super Ideal Round Cut Loose Diamond AGS Certified | 4065510

This Whiteflash A CUT ABOVE® super ideal cut hearts and arrows 1.050 carat E color VS2 clarity loose diamond is graded by the American Gem Society (AGS) Laboratories. | 4065510

www.whiteflash.com

thats a bit overbudget, appreciate thought

 

[nokturne]

If you can afford the WF options I would always choose those because you're getting a super ideal cut and have an amazing upgrade policy. Some of these don't have pics, which means you don't know what they look like IRL, and others have angles outside of the recommended ranges.

A - Additional clouds, pinpoints and surface graining are not shown
B - Sold
C - Crystal and Pinpoints
D - Internal graining is not shown. Surface graining is not shown.
E - Pinpoints
F - Additional clouds are not shown. Pinpoints are not shown.
G - Crystal, Pinpoints, Natural

do you think option C worth a go ? as C vs E/G around $2k difference

 

[lovedogs]

A - Additional clouds, pinpoints and surface graining are not shown
B - Sold
C - Crystal and Pinpoints
D - Internal graining is not shown. Surface graining is not shown.
E - Pinpoints
F - Additional clouds are not shown. Pinpoints are not shown.
G - Crystal, Pinpoints, Natural

do you think option C worth a go ? as C vs E/G around $2k difference

As I said before, I would choose the WF options over any of the others if they are in budget.

 

[NicoleNeedsHelp]

Not sure how to post links here- but also check out Victor Canera. His stones are really nice and he has a few in your budget. Also has a great upgrade policy And makes stunning settings.

 

[nokturne]

Not sure how to post links here- but also check out Victor Canera. His stones are really nice and he has a few in your budget. Also has a great upgrade policy And makes stunning settings.

Thankyou verymuch, i ll go n hv a look