Help me decide bt these 2

[lugger]

Both can be viewed 360 though the first one on blue nile type in the ld00032195 bc i have that on hold. the 2nd is james allen

 

[Rons Wolfe]

#2, better angles

 

[lugger]

#2, better angles

i know I agree on that though the table is better on 1 and when you view 1 is darn pretty as well maybe less light leakage but I dont know. Also confused that the f stone is more money as compared to the D stone with the better angles. feel like im missing something

 

[headlight]

With a budget like yours, why are you playing around???... just go for the super ideal. I don’t understand... everyone always professes with (if I had an “unlimited” budget...) - well, that’s what you have, essentially, so why not do what everyone would do “if they had the budget”?

 

[lugger]

this is going to sound naive but where can you find a super ideal 4 carat....and how much more does that add? though ultimately for the time do you have a thought on which one you would choose

 

[headlight]

Contact Brian Gavin and he will cut it for you.

 

[headlight]

Did you run the 2 you are considering through the HCA?

 

[lugger]

Did you run the 2 you are considering through the HCA?

yes the first one got a 2.3 very good the second one got a 1.4 excellent rating. I know your prob thinking im answering my own question

 

[headlight]

yes the first one got a 2.3 very good the second one got a 1.4 excellent rating. I know your prob thinking im answering my own question

Ha - yes!!! It’s good to be able to “talk it through”, especially on such a significant purchase! An D color - mind-blowing in that size! (With that said, the 2.3 HCA could still be very nice).

 

[lovedogs]

The 2nd one is much better but with your budget I seriously would buy a super ideal stone

 

[flyingpig]

I like the JA stone.
It is a good 35.5/40.6.
It is 2x extremely rare to see such well cut 4.0c D in the virtual inventory.

 

[La2020]

#2 for me. wow lucky girl!

I might consider #3 to get a reputable super ideal vendor to cut.

 

[headlight]

@La2020 I would not purchase a diamond with the outright intent of recutting. Recutting is meant for stones that have endured damaged, as well as for people that unknowingly purchased stones that were not well cut (I had one of those), and for stones that were inherited that could benefit from a more modern, precise cut (as was the case for me for 2 diamonds). Hence, I’m well-schooled in the process. It isn’t a sure thing that a stone would be a candidate. Even if it is, not every stone can achieve super ideal status as a result of any number of factors that play a role. Also, it is costly and a lengthy process. There are no guarantees and it is a leap of faith at minimum. Additionally, there are limited options as to obtaining insurance that will cover damage due to recutting. So if you are outright buying a stone now, buy something nice and enjoy it. Do not purchase based on some potential uncertain, costly, and risky recutting to make it into what you ultimately want.

 

[Mavimaui]

HPD, a PS favorite, will source an uncut diamond that can be cut to your specifications! (color/clarity/approx size) I highly recommend you reach out to someone from high performance diamonds to at least see what wonderful creation might be possible with that jaw dropping budget.

HP Diamonds

www.hpdiamonds.com

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I personally would not commit to paying for a stone I cannot see, not to mention it could take a lot of time to find rough in high color/clarity in a large size for custom cutting. And they will cost a lot more than these at 4 cts.

I lean towards the James Allen stone because it is less likely to have leakage. I will look at the 360. It's magnificent...cut looks outstanding. Reserve it and let the BN one go. In general, I find BN prices a little higher. You are getting a better stone for less money with the JA stone. Wow, what a very lucky lady!!!

 

[lugger]

I personally would not commit to paying for a stone I cannot see, not to mention it could take a lot of time to find rough in high color/clarity in a large size. And they will cost a lot more than these at 4 cts.

These are beautiful stones. I'd be really happy with either one. I will look at the 360 to see if I favor one over the other.

thank you and agree. just picking peoples minds. if you had a binary choice above what would you do. just curious.

 

[lugger]

@La2020 I would not purchase a diamond with the outright intent of recutting. Recutting is meant for stones that have endured damaged, as well as for people that unknowingly purchased stones that were not well cut (I had one of those), and for stones that were inherited that could benefit from a more modern, precise cut (as was the case for me for 2 diamonds). Hence, I’m well-schooled in the process. It isn’t a sure thing that a stone would be a candidate. Even if it is, not every stone can achieve super ideal status as a result of any number of factors that play a role. Also, it is costly and a lengthy process. There are no guarantees and it is a leap of faith at minimum. Additionally, there are limited options as to obtaining insurance that will cover damage due to recutting. So if you are outright buying a stone now, buy something nice and enjoy it. Do not purchase based on some potential uncertain, costly, and risky recutting to make it into what you ultimately want.

I think I agree with this thank you for your post!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

thank you and agree. just picking peoples minds. if you had a binary choice above what would you do. just curious.

I just edited my post above, but the James Allen stone is outstanding! Absolutely gorgeous and top cut quality! Not to mention D VS1!

 

[lugger]

I just edited my post above, but the James Allen stone is outstanding! Absolutely gorgeous and top cut quality! Not to mention D VS1!

thank you

 

[La2020]

@La2020 I would not purchase a diamond with the outright intent of recutting. Recutting is meant for stones that have endured damaged, as well as for people that unknowingly purchased stones that were not well cut (I had one of those), and for stones that were inherited that could benefit from a more modern, precise cut (as was the case for me for 2 diamonds). Hence, I’m well-schooled in the process. It isn’t a sure thing that a stone would be a candidate. Even if it is, not every stone can achieve super ideal status as a result of any number of factors that play a role. Also, it is costly and a lengthy process. There are no guarantees and it is a leap of faith at minimum. Additionally, there are limited options as to obtaining insurance that will cover damage due to recutting. So if you are outright buying a stone now, buy something nice and enjoy it. Do not purchase based on some potential uncertain, costly, and risky recutting to make it into what you ultimately want.

Thanks @headlight , my post wasn't clear, I meant to contact super ideal vendors like WF, tell them the specifications and they will cut 1 from the raw diamond. My #3 option.

Agree on the point, not to recut. That is a waste of money too.

 

[lugger]

yes thats how i was reading it....thank you again