Help with Heart Shaped Diamond

[sweetpea&babycorn]

Hi everyone,

Can I get anyone's thoughts on this heart shaped diamond?

Below are some screen shots of the video provided. The stone is a hair over 1 ct, has an IGL cert graded Fancy Champagne, SI1. I asked for additional photos but the seller said they could not provide pictures in outdoor lighting and could not offer additional images (???) I
There is a 30 day return policy with no restocking fee, but won't cover return shipping costs




My questions:
- it is priced just under $1500, does that seem reasonable?
- from the pictures, does it seem like a decent performer? I want to say that the darker areas look like reflection from the camera? I don't see any noticeable "crushed' or "mushy" areas. Graded SI1 and I can see the inclusions when I zoom in on the video they provide, but I don't think they would be visible from 12 inches.
- anything else from the seller I should be asking? Should yellow flags be raised that they couldn't/wouldn't provide more photos?

 

[Garry H (Cut Nut)]

It is hard to say much about the cut. The pavilion does not seem overly deep (a common problem with hearts).
A video would help - if you have one upload it to YouTube and link it.
Is the color uniform - often the table region will appear more saturated than the crown facets.
It is not appropriate for me to comment on the price - but $1,500 for a 1ct eye clean diamond speaks for itself.

 

[sweetpea&babycorn]

It is hard to say much about the cut. The pavilion does not seem overly deep (a common problem with hearts).
A video would help - if you have one upload it to YouTube and link it.
Is the color uniform - often the table region will appear more saturated than the crown facets.
It is not appropriate for me to comment on the price - but $1,500 for a 1ct eye clean diamond speaks for itself.

Thanks for your insight @Garry H (Cut Nut) . I decided to purchase it and see it myself. I liked the price, video looked nice, and it's pretty low risk given 30 day return policy.

Here's the link:

Heart Cut Loose Diamond (1.06 Ct, Natural Fancy Champagne Color, SI1 Clarity) IGL Certified

This 1.06 ct Heart shaped Diamond will look perfect in any setting. This eye catching stone is Natural Fancy Champagne color and SI1 clarity. This loose diamond comes with a 30 day return policy.

www.caratsdirect2u.com

The vendor described color as similar to the color of champagne when poured into a clear glass. It is a delicate combination of light brown with a tinge of yellow.

Would love to hear thoughts even though I've already purchased

 

[monipod]

You could probably buy a better stone for $1500 but if you like it, that's all that matters. I'd prefer a stone with a deeper colour (like a C3/C4 on the Argyle scale). The video is a bit hard to judge by as the colour seems a little scattered. It'll be hard to say how it presents in actual size in real life but I hope it's exactly what you wanted. The shape looks lovely.

 

[sweetpea&babycorn]

You could probably buy a better stone for $1500 but if you like it, that's all that matters. I'd prefer a stone with a deeper colour (like a C3/C4 on the Argyle scale). The video is a bit hard to judge by as the colour seems a little scattered. It'll be hard to say how it presents in actual size in real life but I hope it's exactly what you wanted. The shape looks lovely.

Thanks for your thoughts @monipod

I'm sure I could get a better stone for $1500 but I have been casually looking for a heart shaped for years, and most of what I saw in the price range are either smaller than I want, or didn't seem attractive to my eyes. While the color is actually a little lower than I prefer, I have to compromise somewhere, and I think I could make the best of it by playing up the color. If I decide to keep I will likely post again for setting ideas.

 

[monipod]

Thanks for your thoughts @monipod

I'm sure I could get a better stone for $1500 but I have been casually looking for a heart shaped for years, and most of what I saw in the price range are either smaller than I want, or didn't seem attractive to my eyes. While the color is actually a little lower than I prefer, I have to compromise somewhere, and I think I could make the best of it by playing up the color. If I decide to keep I will likely post again for setting ideas.

There's definitely a point when you have to stop looking and pull the trigger. I think if the brown is more prominent, it'd look gorgeous in rose gold. Please update the post with new pics when it arrives!

 

[sweetpea&babycorn]

Hey guys! I just wanted to put an update out there the I purchased the stone and decided to keep it. There was no way to accurately photograph the stone myself, so I waited for my ring to be done. I sent my stone to David Klass who did a fabulous job with making a gorgeous ring. Here is close to the final product, I asked him to shave down the roundels a bit, but I'm so happy with it and can't wait to see it with my own eyes.

Here's a screen shot from the video since I don't know how to upload the video:

 

[RunningwithScissors]

So pretty!

I've been super crushing on heart shaped diamonds lately and your is lovely!

 

[Hivona]

Hey guys! I just wanted to put an update out there the I purchased the stone and decided to keep it. There was no way to accurately photograph the stone myself, so I waited for my ring to be done. I sent my stone to David Klass who did a fabulous job with making a gorgeous ring. Here is close to the final product, I asked him to shave down the roundels a bit, but I'm so happy with it and can't wait to see it with my own eyes.

Here's a screen shot from the video since I don't know how to upload the video:

Awwwww I love it. So sweet! I was never a fan of hearts but something changed in me the last few years and I love them! I’m glad you stuck with it and have a lovely piece of jewelry for it!

 

[heididdl]

I love it. So crazyI was literally stalking .50 pink heart stones for a pendant. Your ring came out beautiful

 

[Polabowla]

Omg i love it! It's gorgeous! Please post loads more pics when it arrives!
Interesting what gary said about not having a deep pavilion in hearts- i actually dislike shallow/flatter heart stones. Guess we are all different.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Awww, love the setting you chose for it! Can't wait to see more pictures!