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Need reassurance about my diamond please

P: 2/2/2008 1:06:04 PM
mlealexrln Rough Rock Total Posts: 36 Last Post: 4/11/2008 Member Since: 1/30/2008	Hello, I've been lurking for a couple of months and finally decided to join. I WISH I had found this site a long time ago but most especially the last couple of months so that I could've pointed dh to this site to do some research when he finally decided to upgrade my e-ring to more than a carat after 10 years of marriage (my e-ring was an uncertified 5/8 round solitaire). Anyway, he got me this diamond from Kay Jeweler's for Christmas. He was able to trade-up my old e-ring because he bought that from Kay's, too. A close family friend looked for the diamond for him and she chose this one because she said it is an excellent cut. I think this diamond is beautiful but just knowing that it came from Kay's I sort of had misgivings about the true value of this stone (IGI certificate--which Kay Jewelers carry as far as I know). Imagine my surprise when I finally received my certificates and it was a GIA certificate!! I never knew Kay Jewelers carries GIA stones (although our friend did say that she had to order from the Diamond Room so I guess that's a different thing). I think I've attached a copy of the GIA cert that I scanned (hope I did it right). I've input the numbers on the HCA and it scored a 1.1--is this a nice diamond ring? I know there are a lot of experts here and your opinions would really be appreciated by this newbie. Thanks so much!! And I'm in awe of (and blinded by) everybody's rings. Amy
Posted: 2/2/2008 1:06:04 PM

There are 22 replies to this message. There are 22 replies on this page.

P: 2/2/2008 1:11:17 PM
Lorelei Ideal Rock Total Posts: 34,174 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 4/30/2005	Welcome Amy! Your diamond looks lovely and also you say you think it is beautiful, I am sure it is! Your Hubby and friend did good, so enjoy your diamond and if you would like, we would love to see some pictures of it! Congrats on your new diamond! Nothing is more sacred as the bond between horse and rider...no other creature can ever become so emotionally close to a human as a horse. When a horse dies, the memory lives on because an enormous part of his owner's heart, soul, very existence dies also...but that can never be laid to rest, it is not meant to be... - Stephanie M Thorn
Posted: 2/2/2008 1:11:17 PM

P: 2/2/2008 1:53:07 PM
Ellen Ideal Rock Total Posts: 22,894 Last Post: 11/6/2009 Member Since: 1/13/2006	I think this looks like a good diamond, and a happy ending! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I see in the near future a crisis approaching that unnerves me and causes me to tremble for the safety of my country. As a result of the war, corporations have been enthroned and an era of corruption in high places will follow, and the money power of the country will endeavor to prolong its reign by working upon the prejudices of the people until all wealth is aggregated in a few hands, and the Republic is destroyed." Abraham Lincoln
Posted: 2/2/2008 1:53:07 PM

P: 2/2/2008 2:35:04 PM
marcyc Ideal Rock Total Posts: 7,809 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 2/27/2007	It sounds ike a beautiful diamond. I hope you post pictures of it. Sparkle On My Friends!
Posted: 2/2/2008 2:35:04 PM

P: 2/2/2008 7:38:53 PM
mlealexrln Rough Rock Total Posts: 36 Last Post: 4/11/2008 Member Since: 1/30/2008	Thank you Lorelei, Ellen, and Marcyc!! I've been taking lots of pics but I can't quite get the clear pics that you ladies have taken of your beautiful diamond rings. How do you do it? Here are the "best" that I can do: Amy
Posted: 2/2/2008 7:38:53 PM

P: 2/2/2008 7:40:23 PM
mlealexrln Rough Rock Total Posts: 36 Last Post: 4/11/2008 Member Since: 1/30/2008	another one
Posted: 2/2/2008 7:40:23 PM

P: 2/2/2008 7:41:28 PM
mlealexrln Rough Rock Total Posts: 36 Last Post: 4/11/2008 Member Since: 1/30/2008	and another...
Posted: 2/2/2008 7:41:28 PM

P: 2/2/2008 7:42:12 PM
mlealexrln Rough Rock Total Posts: 36 Last Post: 4/11/2008 Member Since: 1/30/2008	...
Posted: 2/2/2008 7:42:12 PM

P: 2/2/2008 7:44:00 PM
Ellen Ideal Rock Total Posts: 22,894 Last Post: 11/6/2009 Member Since: 1/13/2006	Those aren't bad! And it looks beautiful, really! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I see in the near future a crisis approaching that unnerves me and causes me to tremble for the safety of my country. As a result of the war, corporations have been enthroned and an era of corruption in high places will follow, and the money power of the country will endeavor to prolong its reign by working upon the prejudices of the people until all wealth is aggregated in a few hands, and the Republic is destroyed." Abraham Lincoln
Posted: 2/2/2008 7:44:00 PM

P: 2/2/2008 7:52:04 PM
Shay37 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,343 Last Post: 8/30/2008 Member Since: 3/2/2004	It does look beautiful. Your DH and friend did very well. This is the way to do it if you choose to shop at a chain store. You must know what you are looking for and to ask for. Nothing wrong with that. shay ______________________________My therapist loves me. His name is Brian the Cutter.
Posted: 2/2/2008 7:52:04 PM

P: 2/2/2008 7:52:24 PM
mlealexrln Rough Rock Total Posts: 36 Last Post: 4/11/2008 Member Since: 1/30/2008	Thanks, Ellen! Your ring is one of my favorites on PS and I've really enjoyed the eye-candy in the Fire thread. I may have a couple of pics to add in there. Amy
Posted: 2/2/2008 7:52:24 PM

P: 2/2/2008 7:55:02 PM
Ellen Ideal Rock Total Posts: 22,894 Last Post: 11/6/2009 Member Since: 1/13/2006	Aw, thank you! And I'll be watching for those pics miss. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I see in the near future a crisis approaching that unnerves me and causes me to tremble for the safety of my country. As a result of the war, corporations have been enthroned and an era of corruption in high places will follow, and the money power of the country will endeavor to prolong its reign by working upon the prejudices of the people until all wealth is aggregated in a few hands, and the Republic is destroyed." Abraham Lincoln
Posted: 2/2/2008 7:55:02 PM

P: 2/2/2008 8:31:52 PM
coatimundi_org Ideal Rock Total Posts: 6,312 Last Post: 6/7/2009 Member Since: 12/9/2007	Your ring is beautiful! Looks wonderful on you! Coati, G.G.
Posted: 2/2/2008 8:31:52 PM

P: 2/3/2008 4:33:36 AM
Lorelei Ideal Rock Total Posts: 34,174 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 4/30/2005	cough I would say Miss Amy, for a novice bling picture taker, you did pretty darn good, and your diamond is gorgeous!!!!!! Nothing is more sacred as the bond between horse and rider...no other creature can ever become so emotionally close to a human as a horse. When a horse dies, the memory lives on because an enormous part of his owner's heart, soul, very existence dies also...but that can never be laid to rest, it is not meant to be... - Stephanie M Thorn
Posted: 2/3/2008 4:33:36 AM

P: 2/3/2008 7:36:47 AM
gwendolyn Ideal Rock Total Posts: 6,544 Last Post: 11/12/2009 Member Since: 8/4/2007	Beautiful ring!! And those are darn good pics for someone just starting out (careful, it's addicting )! Post s'more!! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ UK Wedding: April ?th, 2010 US Reception: May 30th, 2010! Out of Context Theatre presents...ladypirate: "Gwen, you would make a terrible medieval catholic priest!" 'One day you will do things for me that you hate. That is what it means to be family.' -Jonathan Safran Foer, 'Everything Is Illuminated'
Posted: 2/3/2008 7:36:47 AM

P: 2/3/2008 12:09:47 PM
mlealexrln Rough Rock Total Posts: 36 Last Post: 4/11/2008 Member Since: 1/30/2008	Coatimundi, Shay, and Lorelei, thanks so much!! Lorelei, I really, really, really want to take pics like Ellen and LynnB Gwendolyn, trust me I've been taking lots of pics AND just plain staring at the ring on my hand AND dh doing this (but really I think he's quite pleased with himself). Still, I'm wanting to be able to take pictures of my diamond ala-LynnB, Mara, and Ellen--so crystal clear and beautiful. My camera is only the Casio EXILIM EX-S600--maybe I need a new camera? BTW, I'm already thinking of changing my ering setting and getting a matching WB (yes, very surprising)--can someone tell me if how low or high and the type of basket for the setting (also, 4-prong vs 6-prong) will affect the diamond's light return? Amy
Posted: 2/3/2008 12:09:47 PM

P: 2/3/2008 1:37:55 PM
cinnamon013 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,681 Last Post: 9/9/2009 Member Since: 4/15/2007	Beautiful diamond! It looks great!
Posted: 2/3/2008 1:37:55 PM

P: 2/3/2008 1:51:07 PM
Lorelei Ideal Rock Total Posts: 34,174 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 4/30/2005	Date: 2/3/2008 12:09:47 PM Author: mlealexrln Coatimundi, Shay, and Lorelei, thanks so much!! Lorelei, I really, really, really want to take pics like Ellen and LynnB Gwendolyn, trust me I've been taking lots of pics AND just plain staring at the ring on my hand AND dh doing this (but really I think he's quite pleased with himself). Still, I'm wanting to be able to take pictures of my diamond ala-LynnB, Mara, and Ellen--so crystal clear and beautiful. My camera is only the Casio EXILIM EX-S600--maybe I need a new camera? BTW, I'm already thinking of changing my ering setting and getting a matching WB (yes, very surprising)--can someone tell me if how low or high and the type of basket for the setting (also, 4-prong vs 6-prong) will affect the diamond's light return? Amy LOL!!! Ok Amy, I am no expert with pics, but here is the info I have learned from the masters such as Ellen and Lyn etc! But you have done great anyway, but here is the scoop! Firstly, always use macro mode on the camera ( flower icon) as this helps close up focus. Make sure the flash is off and the camera is steady, rig up a tripod if that helps. Often outdoor lighting is good, with the sun behind you. It seems that when you are first taking diamond pics, that only a few out of each batch come out really well, this is normal. Ellen is around, so maybe she can pop in and give you some more pointers _ CALLING ELLEN!!! Nothing is more sacred as the bond between horse and rider...no other creature can ever become so emotionally close to a human as a horse. When a horse dies, the memory lives on because an enormous part of his owner's heart, soul, very existence dies also...but that can never be laid to rest, it is not meant to be... - Stephanie M Thorn
Posted: 2/3/2008 1:51:07 PM

P: 2/3/2008 4:57:49 PM
cutey TT Cut Rock Total Posts: 481 Last Post: 2/26/2009 Member Since: 10/21/2005	What a beautiful diamond! Congratulations! Great pictures also -- really love #1 and #3.
Posted: 2/3/2008 4:57:49 PM

P: 2/3/2008 5:28:05 PM
Independent Gal Ideal Rock Total Posts: 5,471 Last Post: 1/3/2009 Member Since: 11/12/2006	That's a gorgeous diamond! lucky lady! Thanks so much for sharing it with us.
Posted: 2/3/2008 5:28:05 PM

P: 2/3/2008 5:49:15 PM
Ellen Ideal Rock Total Posts: 22,894 Last Post: 11/6/2009 Member Since: 1/13/2006	Date: 2/3/2008 1:51:07 PM Author: Lorelei LOL!!! Ok Amy, I am no expert with pics, but here is the info I have learned from the masters such as Ellen and Lyn etc! But you have done great anyway, but here is the scoop! Firstly, always use macro mode on the camera ( flower icon) as this helps close up focus. Make sure the flash is off and the camera is steady, rig up a tripod if that helps. Often outdoor lighting is good, with the sun behind you. It seems that when you are first taking diamond pics, that only a few out of each batch come out really well, this is normal. Ellen is around, so maybe she can pop in and give you some more pointers _ CALLING ELLEN!!! Good lord woman, you bout busted my eardrum! Lorelei gave great advice. And really, it would be easier for you to type in "good diamond pictures" and the like in the search box up there to the right, than for me to type all the tricks/tips out. You will get tons of threads, and tips. But seriously woman, all I think you really need is a little practice, your pictures are NOT bad! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I see in the near future a crisis approaching that unnerves me and causes me to tremble for the safety of my country. As a result of the war, corporations have been enthroned and an era of corruption in high places will follow, and the money power of the country will endeavor to prolong its reign by working upon the prejudices of the people until all wealth is aggregated in a few hands, and the Republic is destroyed." Abraham Lincoln
Posted: 2/3/2008 5:49:15 PM

P: 2/3/2008 6:17:45 PM
Kaleigh Ideal Rock Total Posts: 25,873 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 11/18/2004	Methinks your pics are very good!! It's tough taking great pics, and you are off to a very good start. Gorgeous ring, enjoy!!! ____________________________ Piece of cake and a candle. ng gift
Posted: 2/3/2008 6:17:45 PM

P: 2/4/2008 4:21:45 AM
Lorelei Ideal Rock Total Posts: 34,174 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 4/30/2005	Date: 2/3/2008 5:49:15 PM Author: Ellen Date: 2/3/2008 1:51:07 PM Author: Lorelei LOL!!! Ok Amy, I am no expert with pics, but here is the info I have learned from the masters such as Ellen and Lyn etc! But you have done great anyway, but here is the scoop! Firstly, always use macro mode on the camera ( flower icon) as this helps close up focus. Make sure the flash is off and the camera is steady, rig up a tripod if that helps. Often outdoor lighting is good, with the sun behind you. It seems that when you are first taking diamond pics, that only a few out of each batch come out really well, this is normal. Ellen is around, so maybe she can pop in and give you some more pointers _ CALLING ELLEN!!! Good lord woman, you bout busted my eardrum! Lorelei gave great advice. And really, it would be easier for you to type in 'good diamond pictures' and the like in the search box up there to the right, than for me to type all the tricks/tips out. You will get tons of threads, and tips. But seriously woman, all I think you really need is a little practice, your pictures are NOT bad! Nothing is more sacred as the bond between horse and rider...no other creature can ever become so emotionally close to a human as a horse. When a horse dies, the memory lives on because an enormous part of his owner's heart, soul, very existence dies also...but that can never be laid to rest, it is not meant to be... - Stephanie M Thorn
Posted: 2/4/2008 4:21:45 AM

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