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Virginie
rough rock

Posts: 6
From:
Registered: Feb 2001

posted 08-15-2001 01:17 PM    
Hi,

I am considering buying a diamond and would appreciate your opinion on it.

GIA report
Shape: round brilliant
clarity: VS2
Color: G
measurements: 6.30-6.36 * 3.93 mm
weight: 1.00 carat
depth: 62.1%
table: 62%
girdle: medium to very thick, faceted
culet: none
polish: good
symmetry: good

That's all the info I have. What do you think about this stone? It is selling for $4,450. Do you think it's worth it?

Thank you,

Virginie
 

oldminer
cut rock

Posts: 84
From:Philadelphia, PA
Registered: Sep 2000

posted 08-15-2001 02:22 PM    
The price is not bad for a normal cut diamond. It is not going to be a super cut, but we can't really tell from your posting all the details.. There are some missing facts...

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David Atlas
Accredited Gem Appraisers

 

lodestar
rough rock

Posts: 4
From:toronto, ontario, canada
Registered: Aug 2001

posted 08-15-2001 06:56 PM    
Hi,

I wouldn't buy a diamond without knowing the proportions, at least the crown angle and pavillion angle. I'm a newbie myself, but just a little research will reveal to you the importance of cut.

For instance, if the pavillion angle strays too much from approximately 41 degrees, the diamond loses a lot of brilliance and light return. But don't take my word for it. Snoop around and do a little reading for yourself!


 

Virginie
rough rock

Posts: 6
From:
Registered: Feb 2001

posted 08-15-2001 10:02 PM    
Thanks so much for your information. Unfortunately, GIA report doesn't have more details. Is the seller supposed to tell me all the details?

Virginia
 

leonid
Moderator

Posts: 780
From:Toronto, Ontario
Registered: Jul 2000

posted 08-15-2001 10:38 PM    
Only if you'd inquire about it. Ask for Sarin report or show the diamond to an independent gemologist/appraiser before finalizing the deal.

 
Cut Nut
cut rock

Posts: 207
From:Melbourne Australia
Registered: Aug 2000

posted 08-16-2001 07:24 AM    
V the original owner/cutter who submitted the stone to GIA can request the C znd P angles and pass them on to you. Its a free service that no one knows about. Tell the vendor, they wont believe you, but tell them to do it any way.
GH

 


 
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