I would do the H- no question. I don't see color differences easily at all and actually like warmer, antique stones though. I think 20k is a huge difference, with such a small difference in size. Or, ask them to find another ring that is G/H in color and VS1 or VS2, because I don't see think there is purpose in paying for VVS clarity personally.
Color, Clarity What does it all mean?
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I think it's wonderful that you found the stone you love. However, if you are not set in getting a Tiffany stone, then you could try searching for loose stones instead. I find them to be much more reasonable in price. A stone like yours would be roughly about $50K via Birks (high end jewellery store here) but through an independent jeweller it's roughly 10K less. GIA certified of course.
I prefer colourless and clarity over size too.
My ring is an "I" and I've been told that G, H, and I's are so close that it is really hard to tell the difference. As I continue to decide whether to purchase a better color stone from Tiffanys or to reset my "I" one - I noticed that the Hearts on Fire settings really make my round 1.25 appear white and give it lots of "fire". So sometimes the setting affects how the color of the center stone appears. The cut of the pave diamonds are so perfect on the HOF repertoire and the mount really is a tremendous improvement of what I currently have. Whatever and whenever I decide, I promise to post pictures!
FYI, I paid USD28K for a 2.03ct G VS1 round brilliant, triple Excellent with GIA cert.
these prices are pretty high TBH 
For $31k you can get a 2.3 crt G VS1 Ideal/AGS stone.
The E colored stone is about $10k overpriced compared to similar stones {the one I found is E VVS1 and is certified IDEAL by most reliable lab}.
You didn't mention the cut or lab's that certified these.
For $31k you can get a 2.3 crt G VS1 Ideal/AGS stone.
The E colored stone is about $10k overpriced compared to similar stones {the one I found is E VVS1 and is certified IDEAL by most reliable lab}.
You didn't mention the cut or lab's that certified these.
The Legacy only comes with one cut, patented by Tiffany's: it's a mixed cut combo of both a cushion and a step cut. It is more rounded than an Asscher or square emerald cut.
I'm assuming that both quotes are for AGS certified round cuts, which will be priced differently. Most cushions sold through online vendors are standard or antique cut cushions, not modified with a step cut.
I'm assuming that both quotes are for AGS certified round cuts, which will be priced differently. Most cushions sold through online vendors are standard or antique cut cushions, not modified with a step cut.
I am very color sensative. When I was choosing my ring, I was looking at 2- the F 1.02 and a G 1.15. I could see the difference in color (I grew up in a household where jewelry was always given as gifts). So, I got the F.
Here is my recommendation to you; when you are looking at the stones, place each one next to a piece of bright white paper. You will be able to see the color difference then. After doing so, then make your decision based on what color you find more appealing.
Happy Shopping!
Here is my recommendation to you; when you are looking at the stones, place each one next to a piece of bright white paper. You will be able to see the color difference then. After doing so, then make your decision based on what color you find more appealing.
Happy Shopping!
I have a 2.5 carat legacy in a F color. When making the purchase, I looked at F and G colored rings in 2.5-3 carat range. I compared a good number of F and G colored rings side by side and really couldn't tell the difference in color. I'm pretty color sensitive so I didn't bother looking at rings lower than a G color. In retrospect, I should have considered down to a H color. Let your eyes be the guide. Unlike round stones, the fancy cuts are generally not best determined by numbers. All the rings I looked at were all different with different personalities. There are some duds out there, so make sure you have a chance to view as many rings as possible.
}, flip it over and have a look on a white background 
I agree. I think it is very important to look at as many examples of the fancy cuts as you can. Even though you may think you want one stone (with certain specs), the cut of the other may be the one that instantly appeals to you more. Every time I have done this, I instantly liked one much more than the others.