+1 on this.
The cut is graded so you can ascertain which is better. It is an objective measurement of how well light performs (sparkles)
Generally it's Ideal, Very good, Good, Fair and Poor
Then there is shape, ie princess, asscher, round etc
Correct and then get one with a bigger table so that it's the same dimensions as the size you want. I have a 1.78 with a large table and it's the same size as a 2ct.
I went into the Tiffany store to see what they had and had to go into a secure room to see their 2ct diamond ring and it was over $100k and it was a G colour!
Insane market for a not fantastic stone. And you can't make any changes to the design.
I did a lot of research and shopping around on this. I looked at Blue Nile, White Flash etc all the USA shops and you really have to watch who the certifier is.
I also went to all the big jewellers in Perth and got quotes on what I wanted.
Then I found 2 local options
1. Anthony Colin the...