{"id":33584,"date":"2023-08-07T10:19:45","date_gmt":"2023-08-07T14:19:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jewelry-secrets.com\/Blog\/?p=33584"},"modified":"2023-08-07T10:19:45","modified_gmt":"2023-08-07T14:19:45","slug":"buying-a-vs2-g-diamond-think-again","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jewelry-secrets.com\/Blog\/buying-a-vs2-g-diamond-think-again\/","title":{"rendered":"BUYING A VS2, G DIAMOND? THINK AGAIN!!!"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"VS2<\/div>\n

Because not all VS2 diamonds are alike.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\nAnd I’m using VS2 as an example<\/strong>, when the reality is, this could pertain to any quality of diamond<\/strong> you’re searching for: SI1, E; VVS1, D; I1, J; any clarity, any color. But for this post, I’ll be showing you one clarity and one color to keep things simple<\/strong>. So VS2, G it is (which is a very common diamond quality to shop for).<\/p>\n

\nMany people concentrate on these two characteristics only<\/strong>. Carat weight matters, sure, but one carat is one carat, right?. And the cut is round<\/strong> (again, using the common brilliant cut diamond as an example; the best selling shape for any engagement ring).<\/p>\n

\nSo when people come into the store, they’ll say something like “I’d like to see a VS2, G diamond please.<\/strong>“<\/p>\n

\nAnd right away, I know they are comparing prices<\/strong>. Of course.<\/p>\n

\nSo I’ll pull out a diamond quality with VS2, G specifications<\/strong>…<\/p>\n

\nAnd before I can start talking about the stone, the features, the certificate, the customer will often stop me and say, “What’s the price?<\/strong>“<\/p>\n

\nIn their mind, our price of a VS2, G diamond should be close to what they’ve already found. And if it’s higher, then we’re ripping them off<\/strong>. I’ve actually had a customer say that. As soon as I said the price, she turned quickly and stormed out the door saying, “This store is a rip off!<\/strong>“<\/p>\n

\nSo to many, the price of a VS2, G only pertains to the clarity and color<\/strong>. And nothing else.<\/p>\n

This is so untrue…<\/h2>\n

\nAnd misleading. The customer will probably end up buying a much lower quality stone<\/strong>, all because it’s cheaper somewhere else. Not knowing why it’s cheaper, but often getting a stone that’s shallow, has little brilliance and sparkle<\/strong>, and may even chip or break easier.<\/p>\n

Have I caught your attention?<\/h2>\n

\nTo zero in on what I’m talking about, look at the diamonds below<\/strong>. ALL of them are the exact same<\/strong> clarity, color, and carat weight (1.00 on the dot).<\/p>\n

VS2, G Diamonds:<\/h2>\n

\n\"VS2<\/p>\n

\n(All prices current the day of this post from James Allen Here<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Look at those prices!<\/h2>\n

\nNot only do VS2 diamonds with G color have a dramatic price difference, but they also all look different to the eye. Some are light, dark, some even look like they have a yellow body tone to them. And, because of the different specs, some of the cheaper diamonds tend to look better than some of the more expensive ones. It’s because all diamonds are different, face up different, and may look better or worse<\/strong> having nothing to do with price.<\/p>\n

\nSo comparing just VS2, G, and nothing else but price, will get you so many variations<\/strong> that your head will spin. These are just a few examples, but in reality, there are thousands of diamonds that fit the VS2, G qualification. So comparing prices around town for color and clarity will not only confuse you<\/strong>, but not get you the best diamond either. Unless you’re lucky<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The price of a diamond is determined by:<\/h2>\n

\nNow this is where things get fun. You see, the price of a diamond is determined by many factors<\/strong> that make up a diamond:<\/p>\n