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How is this diamond:
It is IGI graded though, is it not as good as GIA graded? I had this reserved already but would like your opinion on this before place the order, thanks.
We don’t recommend IGI certified stones. They are looser in grading than GIA or AGS (https://www.diamonds.pro/education/igi/). GIA and AGS are the most consistent and reliable labs. I’d recommend sticking with GIA/AGS certified diamonds only.
I see, so could you please recommend a good diamond from James Allen? I want an eye clean 1 carat diamond for my halo ring setting, similar to the one I showed you.
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How’s this one?
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.01-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-8142054?a_aid=dmnd1357 – That stone is deeply cut. We recommend keeping the depth under 62.8%.
I found these alternatives:
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.00-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-7849110?a_aid=dmnd1357
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.93-carat-h-color-vvs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-8110708?a_aid=dmnd1357
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.02-carat-h-color-si1-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-7336944?a_aid=dmnd1357
Thanks for the help! I bought this one:
www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.93-carat-h-color-vvs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-8110708?a_aid=dmnd1357
That’s great news!
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