.66ct Fancy Intense Yellow I1 Cushion Cut Diamond Ring

Picking the best I1 diamonds is an acquired, and specialized skill. When I worked in the order department after graduating the diamond sorting school of of Harry Winston, I specialized in working with imperfect goods. I always loved diamonds with characteristics - also known as imperfections. Anyone can grade VS1- VS2. Grading SI2, I1, and I2 requires a lot more judgement in a manner of speaking.

We got our hands on a nice group of super well cut Intense Yellow Diamonds - all graded I1 clarity by GIA- and ALL are eye clean.

These are desirable I1 diamonds. They are about 60% the price of VS stones of similar color and cut.

The fact is, really well cut eye clean I1 Diamonds look a heck of a lot nicer than VS or even flawless intense yellow diamonds which are not cut as well.

In this case the I1 clarity characteristics are a small black carbon spot, deep within the diamond - tiny enough that it is not eye visible - although you can find it with a loupe. Also a small feather which is also not possible to see without a loupe.

The black spot, on its own, would have been graded SI2. Add the tiny feather, and you have an eye clean I1.

Really nice canary color. Eye clean I1.

The Ring

We chose two well matched cushion diamonds from the parcel below to flank the vibrant yellow diamond.

Lovely contrast between the center and these beautifully cut side diamonds. The sides have a remarkable brilliance considering the depth of color. I pick up a hint of burnt orange in the brightest flashes coming back to my eye.

The entire ring is crafted in 18kt pink gold, save the center portion, which is hewn from 18kt yellow gold.

A one of a kind ring with a lot of meaning.

The photos above are ACTUAL Photos of the diamond ring you will receive.

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