Brief Type: Natural Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Carat: from 2.45 ct to 3.15 ct Color Range: Near Colorless (G-H-I-J) Clarity: VS1-VS2 Message: Preferably would like to stay in I and above, I’m also okay with an eye clean SI1. It will be on a wide band 5mm yellow gold setting. If something is available on Blue Nile that would be preferable, since that is where the setting is sold. Appreciate the help!
Natural Diamonds
| Diamond | Price | Vendor | My Overall Score | Setting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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 2.50-Carat Round Cut Diamond Ideal Cut | I Color | SI1 Clarity | $35,052 |  | 98.2% |  Wide Band Solitaire Engagement Ring in 18k Yellow Gold (5mm) |
 3.024 ct H SI1 Expert Selection Round Cut Loose Diamond | $32,975 |  | 98.3% |  18k Yellow Gold Heavy Half-Bezel Solitaire Engagement Ring with Platinum Head |
 2.70 Carat round diamond H Color SI1 Clarity | $36,620 + Free Ring (up to $1500 I believe) |  | 98.1% |  18K Yellow Gold 3.3mm Cross Prong Solitaire Engagement Ring |
I assess diamonds for a number of factors including:
- the AGS cut guidelines potential cut grade; What is AGS? See this article; The AGS cut grade takes into consideration fire, brilliance, contrast and light performance.
- good contrast
- optical precision
- the value I believe it represents;
- must be deemed eye-clean by me;
- how well it fits the brief.
I only include a diamond I am confident the recipient will absolutely love.
Thomas J Stevens GIA DG CSG
