What do you think of this diamond?

[newtoold]

Hello,

I'm a loooong time lurker, but this is my first post. I have been searching for months for an OEC diamond that I can place in a bezel pendant, specifically between .6 and .8 carats. I came across this one on Ebay and would like to get your opinions as to whether or not it's a good buy. I highly doubt it's a G color or SI, but the faceting looks interesting. Since it's for a pendant I'm not too concerned about color or inclusions, as long as they aren't highly noticeable. What do you think?

Thanks!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/60ct-LOOSE-...234&pid=100033&prg=1011&rk=1&sd=190813775939&

 

[newtoold]

Should I post this on Rocky Talk instead?

 

[vinjewels]

Even for a pendant, I would still have some parameters on what I would think is acceptable. Personally, $500 is a lot for the diamond you linked to. It looks a little beat up on the girdle, its off round, I see inclusions (unless it is REALLY dirty) that are very visible, the cut...I hate to be the one to "poo poo" it, but I do think with the help of others on the forum you can find something better.

Start with your wishlist (budget, size diamond, color range, clarity range...) Ebay is a really dangerous place if you don't have these in mind. You risk purchasing something on impulse that isn't what you wanted.

Rockytalky is a great place to start.

 

[Hera]

Did you email them to see if the inclusions are eye visible? I have a feeling they are going to be. If they are, then this is not a good price for the stone. I think with time and a little patience, you can find something better. What's your budget?

 

[newtoold]

Thank you for the replies. I did email her and she said it was eye-clean. I'm skeptical, which is my reason for posting here. I definitely won't be bidding!

I would like to pay no more than $1000 for the diamond and setting. I'm guessing I'd have to go with a warmer color and smaller size for that price, but wouldn't want to go below a 1/2 a carat. It would be fantastic if I could find a completed pendant instead of a loose diamond, but if I can find the right diamond I'd be thrilled.

Thanks again for your help!

 

[Hera]

Here are some other options. You could also wait and keep looking for .6ish sizing. It might be out there and I'll continue to look when I get the chance. These are some lovely options:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Round-European-Cut-Diamond-Ring-14K-/190758920740?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2c6a1e2224

http://www.ebay.com/itm/18K-WG-Filigree-48-ct-Old-European-Cut-Diamond-Ring-w-Trillion-Onyx-Sides-/370782807944?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item565460a788

 

[Hera]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/antique-diamond-ring-/271179871120?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f23947390

 

[newtoold]

Heraanderson, thank you for the lovely suggestions. I'm going to keep my eye on that last one in particular!

 

[Hera]

You're welcome. Some of these pics on the suggestions I've made aren't the greatest so you'll need to further evaluate in person. Not an OEC:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/14k-YG-50-ct-Vintage-Transitional-Cut-Diamond-solitaire-Ring-Size-5-5-I-VS-/310288913014?pt=Diamond_Solitaire_Rings&hash=item483ea91276

 

[CharmyPoo]

You're welcome. Some of these pics on the suggestions I've made aren't the greatest so you'll need to further evaluate in person. Not an OEC:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/14k-YG-50-ct-Vintage-Transitional-Cut-Diamond-solitaire-Ring-Size-5-5-I-VS-/310288913014?pt=Diamond_Solitaire_Rings&hash=item483ea91276

It could be just the photo I looked at but the table looks really big on this one.

 

[Hera]

This table is (slightly) on the larger size but the faceting is super pretty and the color and clarity are rare:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/350758438804?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

 

[hippi_pixi]

watch out for lurkers that might buy any good diamond that gets posted! if you like something jump on it quick once its posted on here. good luck w your search