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#716040 - 02/26/12 05:20 PM Re: 3 ct./8.5 mm vs 4 ct./9.5 Amora Cushion [Re: LuvClassics]
downloadgirl Offline
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Originally Posted By: LuvClassics
Originally Posted By: downloadgirl
a 5ct moiss? I admire your confidence smile


No, the 5ct RB was a natural diamond. The one I am looking to have set is a 4ct. moissy.


WOW, I hope you don't mind me asking but - as a previous Diamond owner why Moiss? why not Asha? and do you find Moiss believable even in the larger sizes - seeing as you owned quite a large rock and know personally the differences?

sorry for the twenty questions feel free to ignore haha


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#716613 - 02/28/12 11:08 AM Re: 3 ct./8.5 mm vs 4 ct./9.5 Amora Cushion [Re: downloadgirl]
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Originally Posted By: downloadgirl
Originally Posted By: LuvClassics
Originally Posted By: downloadgirl
a 5ct moiss? I admire your confidence smile


No, the 5ct RB was a natural diamond. The one I am looking to have set is a 4ct. moissy.


WOW, I hope you don't mind me asking but - as a previous Diamond owner why Moiss? why not Asha? and do you find Moiss believable even in the larger sizes - seeing as you owned quite a large rock and know personally the differences?

sorry for the twenty questions feel free to ignore haha


Not at all... I considered Asha; however, after much research on this forum Moissanite apparently is more durable. I can be rough with my jewelry, I do not baby them. I am quite particular about jewelry and was skeptical about going with a non-diamond for a myriad of reasons. I ordered them to see IRL and I have to tell you, I was blown away.

We now have a combined family--close to the brady bunch. We are looking for a home that's larger than the 4BR we have now eek The plan is-- a very intimate wedding and two weeks in French Polynesia! With that being said, the question was-- do we spend $50k on a ring? Clearly the best decision was to find a ring I love, without compromising finances. Priorities have changed, as well as outlook on life in general. BUT I STILL LOVE MY BLING!!!

Perhaps that was too much info. for you, lol. I hope I've answered your questions and then some...



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#716616 - 02/28/12 11:14 AM Re: 3 ct./8.5 mm vs 4 ct./9.5 Amora Cushion [Re: LuvClassics]
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thanks for your honest answer! good luck in your new home smile and enjoy french polynesia! sounds wonderful!


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#716640 - 02/28/12 01:02 PM Re: 3 ct./8.5 mm vs 4 ct./9.5 Amora Cushion [Re: LuvClassics]
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LOVE what you said about the real diamond - big diamonds are beautiful but they can't buy happiness all the time...

I totally admire your way of thinking. What a wonderful thing that we're all able to "have our bling and enjoy it too" without sacrificing a down payment on a house!! Congrats!!

Did you decide on a size? My ADHD kicked in halfway through the post and I don't think I saw your decision...


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#716788 - 02/28/12 09:27 PM Re: 3 ct./8.5 mm vs 4 ct./9.5 Amora Cushion [Re: Hannahbee217]
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Originally Posted By: Hannahbee217
LOVE what you said about the real diamond - big diamonds are beautiful but they can't buy happiness all the time...

I totally admire your way of thinking. What a wonderful thing that we're all able to "have our bling and enjoy it too" without sacrificing a down payment on a house!! Congrats!!

Did you decide on a size? My ADHD kicked in halfway through the post and I don't think I saw your decision...


Thank you Hannahbee! It is a wonderful thing indeed. Pardon the cliche, but life is truly too short and my new motto is to live it to the fullest!

We decided on the 9.5mm, I am still patiently waiting for DK to respond... In the meantime, I will post more pics as promised. Enjoy!



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#716790 - 02/28/12 09:55 PM Re: 3 ct./8.5 mm vs 4 ct./9.5 Amora Cushion [Re: LuvClassics]
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#721380 - 03/12/12 02:48 PM Re: 3 ct./8.5 mm vs 4 ct./9.5 Amora Cushion [Re: LuvClassics]
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Do you see any yellow in either of these when outside? I am looking into a 9 versus a 9.5. thanks so much!
Also which do you feel is "whiter"-more diamond like?



Edited by Cushion craze (03/12/12 02:49 PM)

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#722679 - 03/16/12 04:43 AM Re: 3 ct./8.5 mm vs 4 ct./9.5 Amora Cushion [Re: LuvClassics]
Hillaroo Offline
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How can they both be a J? To me the color is night and day. Is it as noticeable in person?


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#722723 - 03/16/12 08:35 AM Re: 3 ct./8.5 mm vs 4 ct./9.5 Amora Cushion [Re: Hillaroo]
LuvClassics Offline
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Originally Posted By: Hillaroo
How can they both be a J? To me the color is night and day. Is it as noticeable in person?


They are both J in color according to the cards. The difference in color is definitely noticeable in all lighting. When I took the 3ct to my jeweler, he indicated the yellow-ish tone. When I brought in the 4ct he was in awe and indicated that it was the whitest moissy he had ever seen and thought it was beautiful!


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#722729 - 03/16/12 08:43 AM Re: 3 ct./8.5 mm vs 4 ct./9.5 Amora Cushion [Re: Cushion craze]
LuvClassics Offline
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Originally Posted By: Cushion craze
Do you see any yellow in either of these when outside? I am looking into a 9 versus a 9.5. thanks so much!
Also which do you feel is "whiter"-more diamond like?


When outside, the warm tone is not as prominent; however, it is still noticeable next to the larger stone. I did not post all pics which really exhibit the significant difference. When comparing the two side by side, the jeweler indicated the smaller stone was more a "true J-ish" and the larger was more of an H in his opinion, so I went with that one. Not much difference between the 9 and 9.5, go with the larger one! Good luck!


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