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Sue Johnson rough rock Posts: 8 |
posted 09-12-2001 07:24 AM
Hello My partner and I have been looking at diamonds all over everywhere, and have come across a certification board from Antwerp called HRD. Can anyone offer any words of wisdom on the credibilty and accuracy of the above body? We are looking at an E, VVS2 1.38 emerald cut so I want to make sure it is what is says it is. Which brings me on to my next question...Can anyone help me find an independent appraiser in London, UK? Ideally in the Hatton Garden area. Since it's the diamond district it shouldn't be that hard (!), but I am so wary I would really appreciate a recommendation. Also, how much should we expect to pay for this service? Finally, thanks to everyone for the help and advice contained in this website. Is there a UK version (i.e. with Uk suppliers) planned? Thanks Sue |
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leonid Moderator Posts: 918 |
posted 09-12-2001 07:51 AM
You can contact Gemological Assn. of Great Britain. They might recommend you an appraiser in your area. HRD stands for High Diamond Council in Belgium. Their grading reports are very popular in Europe. |
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oldminer cut rock Posts: 107 |
posted 09-12-2001 10:22 AM
If you look up "Valuers" in the London Yellow pages, you will find appraisers. There are many trained experts there. HRD is a very good lab. It is not exactly the GIA, but that is not meant as a slur on either lab. Slightly different standards exist in grading. Not big ones, just little differences. ------------------ [This message has been edited by oldminer (edited 09-12-2001).] |
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Sue Johnson rough rock Posts: 8 |
posted 09-13-2001 06:13 AM
Many thanks for your help and all the wonderful advice on this site. Sue |
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Sue Johnson rough rock Posts: 8 |
posted 09-21-2001 09:17 AM
Hello again, Well believe it or not, we are having a really hard time finding an appraiser who thinks it's worth appraising a certified stone! You guys have it easy over there! Emerald Cut We paid £5095 for the stone. Thanks as ever Sue |
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leonid Moderator Posts: 918 |
posted 09-21-2001 10:08 AM
Hi Sue, Well, don't tell about grading report before appraisal is done. The data for your stone look pretty good - AGA class 2: http://www.gemappraisers.com/chrt3.htm . Close GIA graded diamonds are listed in the Internet for about $7,800. £5095 is about $7400 hence if your diamond is indeed as represented you've got a good deal! |
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oldminer cut rock Posts: 107 |
posted 09-21-2001 10:22 AM
I also agree with Leonid. Maybe I can open a branch office in Hatton Garden or in the West end... I would be nice. I love the visits I have made to the UK. ------------------ |
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Sue Johnson rough rock Posts: 8 |
posted 09-21-2001 11:57 AM
Sounds like a fine idea to me ! Hatton Garden ain't what it used to be! Once again, many thanks to you both for your words of wisdom! Sue |
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