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Help, I have buyers remorse. Are the proportions okay? I might have rushed into this purchase.

Here are the two diamond's that I purchased. I was planning on returning one after viewing both in person. However, if you think one is the obvious pick and I wouldn't need to see them in person, I'm open to hearing it. Both have videos but I can't post links. Both were offered on JA, but I bought the second diamond from Adiamor for less.

1. Original purchase (pic in first post)
GIA cert
2.01 ct
H
VS1
Triple X
No Fluorescence
57% Table
62.3% Depth
36 CA
40.6 PA
8x8.04x5
HCA 1.6
Look size: Avg
Price $17,330 on JA

2. Second purchase with a link to the diamond somewhere in the thread
GIA cert
2.06
I
VVS1
Triple X (True Hearts)
No Fluo
55% Table
62% Depth
34.5 CA
40.8 PA
8.15x8.17x5.06
HCA 1.1
Look size: Big
Price $16,141 from Adiamor but was listed for $18,010 on JA
 
Well, my choice would definitely be the I VVS1 based on cut. I wouldn't see much difference in color between an H and an I. And the better cut will outshine the lesser well cut stone. It's also slightly larger, and a bit less money.
 
Thanks for posting both links to the videos! Looking closely through their super zoom it looks like #2 has a grey hue or warmth to it compared to the two. Like the background colors in the stone. Maybe I'm over analyzing or just don't have the trained eye? If that's the case, would that be noticeable to the naked eye? I don't know?
 
Thanks for posting both links to the videos! Looking closely through their super zoom it looks like #2 has a grey hue or warmth to it compared to the two. Like the background colors in the stone. Maybe I'm over analyzing or just don't have the trained eye? If that's the case, would that be noticeable to the naked eye? I don't know?

You can better gauge the body color by looking at the edges of the crown/girdle while viewing the diamond from the side profile in the videos. It does not appear that either of those diamonds lean towards grey.
 
I don't see that, but perhaps someone else will. I don't even see that much difference in body color.
 
You can better gauge the body color by looking at the edges of the crown/girdle while viewing the diamond from the side profile in the videos. It does not appear that either of those diamonds lean towards grey.

That's good information to know, thanks. I guess when looking at both from the top or table view #1 is noticeably whiter overall in appearance and crisper than #2. However that could be the camera a little out of focus.
 
I went ahead and canceled the original order from JA (2.01 H VS1). I agree with all the great advice and comments from everyone here and also considered the pain and hassle of shipping returns for me and the company.

Diamond #2 is on the way (2.06 I VVS1 super ideal)

SO, with that being said I am still open to finding another diamond with similar qualities on paper as diamond #2 that are somewhat in my budget. Earlier in the discussion lovedogs mentioned a good looking diamond from Whiteflash (1.95 I VS2 super ideal). How does that diamond stack up against diamond #2? As far as ideal scopes, videos, value etc.

I'm not stuck on the 2ct number either. Maybe there's a 1.80 out there that presents itself as a 2ct b/c of the cut? I know this...I want a super ideal cut. This group has opened my eyes and helped me understand that much, thank you so much. I welcome all comments and input.
 
You can’t judge color from those videos. Lighting varies too much. Use the GIA grading as the main source of information.
 
Is super ideal the same as H&A or JA's True Hearts or BN's Astor cuts?

What search methods do you use when look for your diamonds? Do you use Pricescope search? Have you ever used freediamondreport.com?

I've been filtering all my searches to super ideal or H&A etc. then my carat, color and clarity specs and just wondering if there are other ways to broadening my search.
 
No, a diamond can display hearts and arrows and not be super ideal cut. James Allen and Blue Nile don’t advertise as super ideal cut. Whiteflash, Brian Gavin, Victor Canera and Jann Paul sell super ideal cut diamonds.
 
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No, a diamond can display hearts and arrows and not be super ideal cut. James Allen and Blue Nile don’t advertise as super ideal cut. Whiteflash, Brian Gavin, Victor Canera and Jann Paul sell super ideal cut diamonds.

...and Continental Diamond's Legacy lineup, which is using the same cutters used for Wolf CBI

 
@MissGotRocks What are your thoughts on the Astor Ideal diamonds from blue nile? Do they compare to other companies more "premium" lines?
 
@MissGotRocks What are your thoughts on the Astor Ideal diamonds from blue nile? Do they compare to other companies more "premium" lines?

They are Blue Nile’s top tier diamonds. Some are probably ok, but I would consider them on a case by case basis. If I wanted a true super ideal cut diamond, I would go with one of those vendors. The vetting has all been done, they are in-house and can answer any questions you may have about them.
 
They are Blue Nile’s top tier diamonds. Some are probably ok, but I would consider them on a case by case basis. If I wanted a true super ideal cut diamond, I would go with one of those vendors. The vetting has all been done, they are in-house and can answer any questions you may have about them.

This
 
i wouldn't want to pay the $ upcharge for an Astor ~ essentially they are just an "off the shelf" well cut - curated line with a Gemex report - but they are NOT precision specialty cuts like WFlash etc... do.
 
i wouldn't want to pay the $ upcharge for an Astor ~ essentially they are just an "off the shelf" well cut - curated line with a Gemex report - but they are NOT precision specialty cuts like WFlash etc... do.

Does the same go for JA's "True Hearts"?
 
Does the same go for JA's "True Hearts"?

to a certain extent yes but the price upcharge not as much % - lately some of JA's True Hearts have also been available @ other vendors...

example this not so great proportion/cut True Hearts @ $15k also for sale @ rarecarat @ $12.5k
given the $ market trends... Signet may be trying to reduce owned inventory.

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to a certain extent yes but the price upcharge not as much % - lately some of JA's True Hearts have also been available @ other vendors...

example this not so great proportion/cut True Hearts @ $15k also for sale @ rarecarat @ $12.5k
given the $ market trends... Signet may be trying to reduce owned inventory.

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can you post the link to that astor from the other thread? Looking to see what everyone's opinion is
 
to a certain extent yes but the price upcharge not as much % - lately some of JA's True Hearts have also been available @ other vendors...

example this not so great proportion/cut True Hearts @ $15k also for sale @ rarecarat @ $12.5k
given the $ market trends... Signet may be trying to reduce owned inventory.

That's somewhat concerning as I purchased the 2.06 I VVS1 (link in this thread) from Adiamor and it was listed on JA as a True Heart. A price break of $1870, yay I saved some $$, but after reading your message it makes me feel like I got a sub par H&A. It arrives tomorrow, so I will be able to physically see it.

Someone on the thread pointed out a 1.95 I VS2 "A Cut Above" from Whiteflash. How does that stack up to the 2.06 I purchased?

Considering the amount of praises I've read from the locals here about Whitefllash, maybe I should look at buying something from them or BG, VC or JP and stay away from JA or BN since I'm looking for super premium ideal cuts now. Thoughts?
 
That's somewhat concerning as I purchased the 2.06 I VVS1 (link in this thread) from Adiamor and it was listed on JA as a True Heart. A price break of $1870, yay I saved some $$, but after reading your message it makes me feel like I got a sub par H&A. It arrives tomorrow, so I will be able to physically see it.

Someone on the thread pointed out a 1.95 I VS2 "A Cut Above" from Whiteflash. How does that stack up to the 2.06 I purchased?

Considering the amount of praises I've read from the locals here about Whitefllash, maybe I should look at buying something from them or BG, VC or JP and stay away from JA or BN since I'm looking for super premium ideal cuts now. Thoughts?

Take a look at the diamond when it arrives and see what you think. If you are wanting a super ideal cut - and willing to pay the premium for it - go with Whiteflash. There is no real way to quantify the difference in those two diamonds. A super ideal cut stone gives you the mind cleanliness of no doubt, but only you can decide if that is worth it to you.
 
No, sorry I don’t care for it either. The precision is just not there.

the GEMEX light performance report seems really good and it has an excellent HCA score. I'm super new to shopping for diamonds so just trying to understand what about this one isn't working
 
The 2.06 I VVS1 you have ordered/ on the way is very nice ! Essentially all WFlash are great stones but premium price for their color size and clarity... While some but not All Astors and JA Hearts are great.

You would be unlikely to notice a difference between your I and the WF I except smaller size higher cost @ WF

A better compare at your price point might be a smaller higher color DEF @ lower clarity Si1 unbranded stone.... Or a larger warmer / lower color J K from WFlash
 
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Hello and welcome to PriceScope, 916leakers - can you please limit your own inquiries to your own thread(s) so that you're not hijacking other PS member threads? We love to practice good forum etiquette.

We'd be more than happy to answer your questions and help you find your "The One" diamond in the thread that you have already created. :)
 
I received the 2.06 I VVS1 diamond in discussion and have to say I'm very pleased with it. As far as I can tell it's very striking in all the different light settings. Especially outside, wow! I bought a 10x loupe with a light on it and can see everything in great detail. My phone camera is pretty useful too. I did notice what looks like tiny pin holes (?)on the outer surface, maybe it's dust? Is that something that is normal when looking at it magnified and using different light angles? It is GIA certified and I was even able to verify the numbers on the girdle.

I want to thank everyone here on the forum that helped me during this process! This community is quite amazing and I am truly grateful!

Also, it is near impossible to get the same camera shots that I've be so accustomed to seeing in my searches, haha.

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