It's Friday so it's time to pull the trigger...

[halocline]

I'm about to become a first time diamond buyer! Here's the vital stats:

Carat: 1.276
Measurements: 6.97×7.00×4.29
Color: H
Clarity: SI1
Cut: Ideal
Polish: Ideal
Symmetry: Ideal
Table %: 55.8
Depth %: 61.4
Crown Angle: 34.7
Pavilion Angle: 40.6
Lower Girdle %: 78.0
Girdle: Thin to Medium Faceted
Fluoro: Negligible

If I can figure out how to attach pictures I'll post the H&A/IS/Aset, but just based on the numbers what do you think?

 

[fenix]

To add a picture when you're creating/adding a post, you'll see below there is a tab that says Upload Attachment. That is how you add your photos. Although I'm very new here, I've done a great deal of research the past few weeks. Based on the stats alone, it seems to be potentially a great candidate. I've also learned that while the stats are incredibly helpful, they alone can not determine the most brilliant diamonds. They're a great tool for weeding out bad options and helping select top contenders. From there I'd also want a trusted vendor to weigh in on how well the diamond actually looks face up. Best of luck to you, I'm a few days away from pulling my trigger as well for the first time!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I think you are just fine on an AGS Ideal Cut diamond! Hard to go wrong with that!

 

[halocline]

Thanks diamondseeker. It's a BGD Signature cut so should be good:

http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/diamond/diamond-detail/?product_id=AGS-104050449017

Told it's eye clean from 6" top and sides so looking forward to seeing it in real life!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

It definitely will be good! Great choice!

 

[halocline]

... and here's the finished piece from Brian Gavin with the matching wedding band. I would highly recommend Brian and the team at BGD. Such a great job and exactly what we wanted.

 

[OCgirl]

Wow beautiful ring!!! I love the stone!

 

[tyty333]

I second the Wow! That is really a beautiful set! Congratulations!

 

[bethprov]

that looks incredible! Nice choice, best of luck!

 

[yssie]

Wow! That set must be blinding IRL!

 

[Mayk]

it beautiful!!!