Hi Joe,
I wanted to get your thoughts on some of the diamonds. I’m looking at lab diamonds from James Allen. Looking for something between 1.25-1.5 ct, VS2-VS1, E-D, hearts & diamonds cut (I understand I may be paying a bit of a premium), and non-blue hue. Utilizing both your cut estimator and price graph and analyzing the diamond symmetry, I found the diamonds below. Which (if any) would your purchase if you were in my shoes? Thank you!!!
- https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.50-carat-d-color-vs2-clarity-true-hearts-cut-sku-14770816?a_aid=55f8cd4e21a11
- https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.36-carat-d-color-vs1-clarity-true-hearts-cut-sku-14221233?a_aid=55f8cd4e21a11
- https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.41-carat-d-color-vs1-clarity-true-hearts-cut-sku-14090225?a_aid=55f8cd4e21a11
Of the three, I would go with the 1.50 D VS2. I think the 1.5ct milestone is more valuable than the clarity grade. I think the small inclusion of the VS2 will be eye-clean.
However, you might also consider the option below. It’s also H&A on the grading report without paying the True Hearts premium and keeps the VS1 clarity grade of the other options.
Shape,Carat,Color,Clarity,Cut,Price (USD),Affiliate Link
Round,1.56,D,VS1,Excellent,3090,https://www.diamondscreener.com/ja/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.56-carat-d-color-vs1-clarity-ideal-cut-sku-12570178
