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mookie
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Posts: 2
From:Chicago, IL
Registered: Oct 2001

posted 10-06-2001 02:57 PM    
I have absolutely no diamond knowledge, but am looking at an engagement ring. The stone I am considering is:

Cut: Princess - depth 73 table 77
Size: 1.38 carat
Color: E
Clarity: VS1
Cost: $8,000

Is this a good deal? Also does anyone know of a good place in Chicago to get an independant appraisal?
 

leonid
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Posts: 938
From:Toronto, Ontario
Registered: Jul 2000

posted 10-06-2001 03:43 PM    
Hi Mookie,

If diamond is as represented, price is not bad. Is there any grading report for this diamond?

I just did a quick search and got for GIA graded princess diamonds:

1.30 E VS1 63.7% 73% GIA $7188
1.33 E VS1 70.5% 80% GIA $7355

Appraisers: check professional Gem Sciences, Chicago: www.progem.com

[This message has been edited by leonid (edited 10-06-2001).]
 

mookie
rough rock

Posts: 2
From:Chicago, IL
Registered: Oct 2001

posted 10-06-2001 03:55 PM    
Thanks Leonid. The diamond has a GIA grading report, but the information I posted is all that I currently know. The seller is offering a 30 day, any reason, 100% refund--the way I see it, as long as I can get a reliable appraisal within those 30 days I really have nothing to lose, do you agree?

 
leonid
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Posts: 938
From:Toronto, Ontario
Registered: Jul 2000

posted 10-06-2001 04:13 PM    
Sounds rather nice indeed.

If you'll have a good experience, could you give a name of the store?
 



 
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