Here's a link to the 0.806ct HVS2 A Cut Above that I will be analyzing. If you wish you can have the diamond details, images, video, and lab reports open so you can follow along with my analysis. Brightness First let's open up the AGSL lab report and take a look at the proportions diagram. This diamond has a 34.6 degree crown angle which is very close to what's considered … [Read more...]
Diamond Review Request: Find me a 1.7ct+ I+ SI1+ diamond!
Steven: "I would like help to find the best diamond for the price on James Allen at around 15k or less. I plan on making a custom band from C.D Peacock. So I really want that amazing diamond since my gf loves the solitaire six prong ring. Any help is much appreciated. I am looking for a diamond up to $15k and the best overall wow factor I can get with the minimum … [Read more...]
Help! Which is the best sub 1.5ct diamond from James Allen?
Today I'm helping Michael look for a diamond around $10,000 and he's been stretching his budget trying to get the size/color/clarity that he wants and at the same time, a well-cut one of course. His preferred specs are ~1.5ct, F color, VS2 clarity, and plugging this into my Rapaport price calculator tells me that we've got some work to do. In short, Michael's budget is about … [Read more...]
Diamond Ring Eclipse
Today was a historic day for Americans and I have to say that I was super jealous of everyone who got to experience today's solar eclipse, especially those who got to see it in totality. Even sitting at home, watching on TV experiencing it vicariously, I got the chills and I immediately messaged my wife to start making plans for 2024 when the solar eclipse is going to pass … [Read more...]
1.84ct IVS2 James Allen True Hearts Princess vs 1.72ct IVS2 Whiteflash A Cut Above Princess
Today I'm reviewing two princess cut diamonds for Ben who is looking for an ideal-cut princess. His question is whether the James Allen True Hearts can stack up to a super-ideal cut princess such as the Whiteflash A Cut Above Princess. The first diamond Ben is interested in is a 1.84ct IVS2 True Hearts from James Allen. This diamond receives an AGS0 cut grade from AGSL so … [Read more...]