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nala

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So I’m on the fence bc I love this ring but I’ve never had an emerald and don’t know what to look for. Price is 900 out the door. Set in platinum and surrounded by old cuts. 430DB1B9-54C4-481E-9541-A2086BA6774F.jpeg 6C043205-7A64-4F8A-802E-78A1F8B9CECA.jpeg 69C006AF-7253-4783-A102-BD486CA97AAE.jpeg
 

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Tough to see from the pictures, but inclusions are quite common in emeralds. Does it have a lab report?
 

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Inclusions are to be expected in emeralds.
What I think needs checking is the bezel around the emerald, it seems damaged / not covering the emerald in some parts and is there a chip at the “11 o’clock” position in the first photo?
So you need to check if the emerald does have a chip and if there is any “wiggle” in the emerald ie it’s loose.
Bezel settings are difficult and expensive to repair and it’s tricky to repair a bezel set emerald as emeralds can’t handle the jewellers torch / pressure. So even resizing a ring requires a laser not torch.
That aside, it’s a very pretty ring and a good price if no work is required.
 

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She’s pretty. If ring and emerald are in good shape, I’d get her. @Bron357 has good suggestions!
 

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Are they surface reaching inclusions? If so that would put me off. Otherwise the ring is totally stunning.
 

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The price you are paying is great for the setting alone. So it's a good deal. Emeralds normally have inclusions (jardin) and it's expected. So long as they don't spoil your enjoyment of the ring, keep it. I think it's lovely and a real nod to Art Deco
 

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I love this @nala and if the inclusions don’t bother you I think it’s a great deal. Beautiful ring. ❤️
 

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I‘d snatch it up in an instant for that price! The setting is fantastic!
 

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Are they surface reaching inclusions? If so that would put me off. Otherwise the ring is totally stunning.

I think all treated emeralds have surface-reaching features -- that's why oil or other impregnation "works." Even top untreated emeralds may have surface-reaching features.

It is well-loved but that's part of the charm for me. I suspect it's a decent value even if it's moderately clarity-enhanced.
 

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Ty all! I actually passed on it bc I’m on a ban island and even tho I was very tempted, I think I’m ok with my choice. If it’s still available when I go back, then I’ll pull the trigger bc I do think it’s gorgeous! And the inclusions don’t really bug me Since they are par for the course.
 

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Great price for the setting alone, but if you absolutely want a natural emerald, you should have a lab report. The other thing is that if it’s bezel set, it’s difficult to determine if it’s a doublet.
 

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Absolutely love the ring Nala it looks beautiful on you IMO it’s pretty included however it’s a nice colour and the price more than reflects the inclusions. I would snap it up!
 

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Absolutely love the ring Nala it looks beautiful on you IMO it’s pretty included however it’s a nice colour and the price more than reflects the inclusions. I would snap it up!

Ok! So I sent back and it was still there! So I talked him down to 700 out the door and I have now added my first emerald to my collection!!
 

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Ok! So I sent back and it was still there! So I talked him down to 700 out the door and I have now added my first emerald to my collection!!

Congratulations, its gorgeous and such a bargain!!
 

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Ooooh that’s exciting I’m glad you got it Nala! Would love to see a picture of your collection at some point. You seem to have a knack for finding bargains, I’m sure you must have some treasures.
 

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Gonna post some pics! B91B2B95-2570-4CA1-8F1C-6F2FAFE5EC94.jpeg
 

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nala

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Ooooh that’s exciting I’m glad you got it Nala! Would love to see a picture of your collection at some point. You seem to have a knack for finding bargains, I’m sure you must have some treasures.

Awww! Thanks! I spend entirely too much time collecting! Lol. Most of my colored stones are really just flukes! Half the time I don’t know what they Are and I take a chance on them bc they are so pretty and basically sold for gold weight! One of my goals is to send out all my stones to GIA but that would be soooo expensive and since I have no intention to sell those pieces I don’t want to spend bling money on that. Lol
 

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OMG $700!!! You got a beautiful ring. Remember emeralds are not as hard as diamonds, so don’t wear it every day :)
 

nala

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OMG $700!!! You got a beautiful ring. Remember emeralds are not as hard as diamonds, so don’t wear it every day :)

Ty! And yes! I generally baby my jewelry so I will be very careful!
 
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