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Safely buying internet stones--my experience

P: 4/8/2003 10:18:01 AM
confusedbyhype Rough Rock Total Posts: 10 Last Post: 4/8/2003 Member Since: 2/10/2003	There is probably not a single person who is more cautious about buying over the internet than me. The thought of making a major purchase over the net made me queasy. However, I'm here to report that I had a very positive experience with the purchase of a 3.28 H VS1 Emerald cut from Abazias. Oscar was quite aware of my skepticism and agreed to have the diamond sent to Dave Atlas for his review and confirmation prior to my wiring any money. I know that I could not have consciously wired $26000 without having this independent confirmation. I spoke with Chris at AGA several times and exchanged emails with he and Dave Atlas before I agreed to accept the diamond for the final test--my wife's review. We are both quite happy with the purchase and saved a ton over my local B&M store (whose cut quality could never seem to come close to this one despite much higher prices). I hope that I don't need to make another purchase like this again soon but if I do I would not hesitate to use Abazias/Dave Atlas and the net again. CBH
Posted: 4/8/2003 10:18:01 AM

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P: 4/8/2003 10:39:47 AM
DiamondOptics.com Cut Rock Total Posts: 380 Last Post: 3/15/2006 Member Since: 6/27/2002	Congratulations! kirk
Posted: 4/8/2003 10:39:47 AM

P: 4/8/2003 11:01:58 AM
oldminer Ideal Rock Total Posts: 4,964 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 9/4/2000	Thank you for the advertising. We make a real effort to get people the facts along with the subjective sort of advice they might need. Whether it is $260, $2,600 or $26,000 the importance of the purchase to the consumer is kept in our mind. Glad to have been of assistance. David S. Atlas GG(GIA), ASG, Sr. Mbr. NAJA www.datlas.com
Posted: 4/8/2003 11:01:58 AM

P: 4/8/2003 1:43:31 PM
Mara Ideal Rock Total Posts: 27,919 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 10/30/2002	Congrats...now show us the stone!! $26k should have gotten you quite a honker! ________________________________ "Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." -Albert Einstein
Posted: 4/8/2003 1:43:31 PM

P: 5/1/2003 8:00:41 AM
Gatorock Rough Rock Total Posts: 44 Last Post: 6/28/2004 Member Since: 4/23/2003	Thank you for taking the time to post your positive experience with Abazias. We are so glad you and your wife are happy with the Emerald diamond. It sure is a showstopper! Regards, Felicia Abazias.com
Posted: 5/1/2003 8:00:41 AM

P: 5/1/2003 8:10:01 AM
pqcollectibles Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,441 Last Post: 6/18/2005 Member Since: 2/23/2003	Mega Dittos, Mara! We wanna see that HONKER! SHOW US THE STONE! EYE CANDY! EYE CANDY! (Chants from the forum) LOL Congrats on a very good online buying experience! Many thanks to Price Scope for pulling vendors and buyers together in a safe trading atmosphere! Why use a big word when a diminutive word would be succinct! ____________________________________________________________ Just a regular person trying to be helpful. Consult a Pro prior to purchase!
Posted: 5/1/2003 8:10:01 AM

P: 5/1/2003 8:37:47 AM
serious_shopper Rough Rock Total Posts: 6 Last Post: 5/2/2003 Member Since: 4/30/2003	I would like to second confusedbyhype's sentiments. I worked with Jonathan at GoodOldGold.com and had an incredible experience there. In fact, the entire staff is great to work with. I also sent the stone to Dave Atlas and worked with Chris. Outstanding customer service there as well. I urge everyone to consider these 2 excellent establishments.
Posted: 5/1/2003 8:37:47 AM

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