Deployment Upgrade

[delighted]

Hello! We recently returned from a deployment to Afghanistan and decided it was time to get a bigger diamond! I was looking to go a little bigger as I currently have a 1.28 RB VS2 H with medium blue fluorescence. I plan on eventually using that stone in a 3 stone ring at a later time.

So now the search begins! I know this is not a huge jump, but I was looking to get a nice, well cut 1.5-ish RB. To stay within budget, I think I may need to consider going as low as I in color and SI1 in clarity. Do you think I should look for an I with fluorescence or would it still appear white without it? Not sure if this influences anything, but I am thinking about setting the new stone in Vatche's Swan with pave.

Meanwhile, I've found these options and wanted to know what you think is the better deal.

#1 (No link available or images)
GIA 6614775192
RB 1.52ct
7.47 x 7.52 x 4.50
Color: H
Cut: Excellent
Depth: 60.1%
Table: 57%
Crown Angle: 33.0
Pavilion Angle: 41.0
Polish: Very Good
Symmetry: Excellent
Fluor: None
$12841

#2
http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2673409.htm
$13090

#3
http://www.whiteflash.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut-loose-diamond-2813921.htm
$14239

Thank you for any help with this

 

[susimoo]

Hi Delighted

I am more of a lurker than an expert so I will simply bump the thread so someone spots it and gives you some great advice.

I just wanted to pop in and say Thank you for your service!

 

[JulieN]

Not sure if it is worth it if you will get a 3 stone. But if you want the size, I color is very nice.

 

[delighted]

Thank you for the help and for your support!

 

[delighted]

Sorry if my post was confusing. I meant that I would use my current stone in a 3 stone at a later date. I'm looking for a 1.5 diamond for my new solitaire wedding ring

 

[SB621]

Is this new diamond going to be your forever diamond? Or will you upgrade again later on down the road? I was just curious as if you buy from WF you should know what their upgrade program is.

 

[delighted]

I would love to upgrade again in the future but it probably wouldn't be for some time.