The Whiteflash website stated that they provide independent verification:
"Every diamond and/or ring that is sold by Whiteflash.com is primarily inspected by our in house expert. In addition, every loose diamond and/or diamond ring is personally inspected by an independent appraiser who issues a signed Letter of Verification confirming:
The weight/color/clarity of the diamond and that all measurements match the original grading document from AGS, GIA or EGL.
Laser inscriptions (where they apply)
Setting details
Approximate retail replacement value.
This Letter of Verification accompanies your purchase, confirming the contents of your package and ensuring your secure shopping experience."
Clearly this isn''t a full-blown appraisal..but does it make having a diamond independently appraised before or after purchase redundant and a waste of $100-$150? I''ve seen so many posts with positive ACA H&A experiences that I''m fairly confident that I''m not getting "taken" -- but then again I imagine a good independent appraiser do more than just make sure the cert matches the rock.
Any opinions out there? Please??
"Every diamond and/or ring that is sold by Whiteflash.com is primarily inspected by our in house expert. In addition, every loose diamond and/or diamond ring is personally inspected by an independent appraiser who issues a signed Letter of Verification confirming:
The weight/color/clarity of the diamond and that all measurements match the original grading document from AGS, GIA or EGL.
Laser inscriptions (where they apply)
Setting details
Approximate retail replacement value.
This Letter of Verification accompanies your purchase, confirming the contents of your package and ensuring your secure shopping experience."
Clearly this isn''t a full-blown appraisal..but does it make having a diamond independently appraised before or after purchase redundant and a waste of $100-$150? I''ve seen so many posts with positive ACA H&A experiences that I''m fairly confident that I''m not getting "taken" -- but then again I imagine a good independent appraiser do more than just make sure the cert matches the rock.
Any opinions out there? Please??