| Anonymous Reader
Hi, I bought yesterday a diamond online in the James Allen web page. Today I was looking the diamond, and observed two big feathers in the corner that I had not notice.
What is your opinion for this type of inclusion in this diamond, and do you think I should cancel the order and go for a smaller diamond with better clarity and color. The link of the diamond is https://www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/princess-cut/1.08-carat-g-color-si1-clarity-sku-6115699.
Your Diamond Teacher |
| Thank you for your inquiry. I am happy to help!
Princess cut diamonds are more prone to chipping due to the sharp corners and straight edges. This diamond does have a thicker girdle, which will help protect the diamond. Also, the size of the feathers are small. I would not be concerned. Also, what type of ring setting will this diamond be set into? |
| Anonymous Reader
Hello Sebastian,
Thank you for your prompt response. The setting for this diamond will be a platinum solitaire with pave diamonds in the center.
Your Diamond Teacher |
| Hi, when you say solitaire, do you mean a 4 or 6 prong ring with pave diamonds down the side of the ring shank? |
| Anonymous Reader
Yes, a 4 prong ring.
Your Diamond Teacher |
| Ah, okay. The reason I was asking, depending on how a diamond is set plays a role in how protected the diamond is. A prong setting makes the diamond more exposed/vulnerable, but I feel due to the girdle thickness of this princess cut diamond you should be fine. |
| Anonymous Reader
Thank you!