Thoughts on Picking the Perfect GCAL 8x!

[diamonds_pearls18]

Hi PSers, I've been on the hunt for a new LGD that is a bit smaller for everyday wear and my tiny fingers (~1.5-1.75 carats). Based on what I've read, I've decided I want an HPHT GCAL 8x.

I've narrowed it down to the group below. They all look good to me, so I'd love some expert eyes on the cut and quality (nuance, symmetry, etc.) to see if one pops out as the best. I think the 1.67 E VS2 looks good, but that might just be my novice eyes. Still learning how to read the GCAL 8x reports!

1.67 E VS2 - https://www.gcalusa.com/certificate-search.html?certificate_id=LG322880088
1.66 D VS2 - https://www.gcalusa.com/certificate-search.html?certificate_id=LG322880355
1.61 D VS2 - https://www.gcalusa.com/certificate-search.html?certificate_id=LG322880097
1.61 D VVS2 - https://www.gcalusa.com/certificate-search.html?certificate_id=LG321920200
1.66 E VS1 - https://www.gcalusa.com/certificate-search.html?certificate_id=LG331250115
1.66 D VS2 - https://www.gcalusa.com/certificate-search.html?certificate_id=LG331250114

Thank you!

 

[diamonds_pearls18]

I also came across this IGI that looks pretty good and was wondering if it could potentially be a good option over the GCAL's above:

https://www.igi.org/verify-your-report/?r=LG660469313

Loupe360

www.loupe360.com

Thanks again for the help here! Appreciate all the knowledge on here as I continue to learn myself

 

[DejaWiz]

Hello, diamonds_pearls18!
Definitely not to that particular IGI graded diamond: it's a blue nuance and the center appearance indicates possible pavilion digging.

The GCAL 8X diamonds are priced a bit high around $2000 (Adiamor), in my opinion.

You can get a GIA graded D VVS1 diamond, clean HPHT, fiery proportions and angles (nice tall crown height!), and great cut precision for about the same price:

Loupe360

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If you are buying from Adiamor, then ask for a price match:

2.00 Carat D VVS1 Round Brilliant Lab Grown Diamond GIA Certified 1509746476 Affinity Cut - D64831533

2.00 carat, Round, D Color, VVS1 clarity, GIA Certified Diamond, GIA Certificate 1509746476, Affinity Cut Lab Grown Diamond, D64831533

www.adiamor.com

That one above is on the upper end for pricing, at that.
Here's another example at a great price point:

Loupe360

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1.64 Carat D VVS2 Round Brilliant Lab Grown Diamond GIA Certified 2497946516 Affinity Cut - D61470787

1.64 carat, Round, D Color, VVS2 clarity, GIA Certified Diamond, GIA Certificate 2497946516, Affinity Cut Lab Grown Diamond, D61470787

www.adiamor.com

If you want check with jewelers that are decades-experienced diamond light performance pros to see if any can offer a few options in your price range, then contact Jon (Rhino) at Distinctive Gem, Victor Canera, Brian Gavin, Whiteflash, and JannPaul, and David (Rockdiamond) at Diamonds by Lauren.

 

[DejaWiz]

Here's another great option: GIA with the optional AGS Light Performance addendum!

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1.64 Carat D VVS2 Round Brilliant Lab Grown Diamond GIA Certified 1498529203 Affinity Cut - D65039995

1.64 carat, Round, D Color, VVS2 clarity, GIA Certified Diamond, GIA Certificate 1498529203, Affinity Cut Lab Grown Diamond, D65039995

www.adiamor.com

 

[DejaWiz]

Another GIA+AGS diamond:

Inventory

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1.65 Carat D VVS2 Round Brilliant Lab Grown Diamond GIA Certified 1507586770 Affinity Cut - D65040167

1.65 carat, Round, D Color, VVS2 clarity, GIA Certified Diamond, GIA Certificate 1507586770, Affinity Cut Lab Grown Diamond, D65040167

www.adiamor.com

 

[diamonds_pearls18]

Thank you so much for the recommendations! They are all beautiful. I will be picking one this week as well as seeing what the vendors you listed have available.

 

[DejaWiz]

You're very welcome!
If you have any questions about them or any more that you find, then feel free to holler at us... we're always willing to help out.