Diamond Dilemma

[EmersonHart13]

(I am not sure this is the right place, but after reading through the descriptions it is the best fit)

I have a just over 1 carat Princess Cut Diamond, on a solitaire platinum setting, that has me in a dilemma. I own this from a previous engagement attempt. I spent a lot of time picking it out and the stone is gorgeous. My luck has changed and I will be in the position to propose to a new more deserving woman soon and I think I have a handle on what my girlfriend wants and basically it is none of the above. Doesn''t that just figure? Changing out the band isn''t a big deal, but the diamond is an issue. She wants something more round so either as far as I can tell I can either sell (take the loss and start over), trade (if possible), or recut aka round the corners (if possible)...

Anyone have any suggestions for information for me?

Thanks,

John

 

[kenny]

Sell it private party, perhaps Craigslist.

Many woman would not want a diamond bought for another woman even if it was recut.
And don't even think of recutting it secretly.
If she one day finds the receipt you are dogmeat.

 

[EmersonHart13]

She knows and wouldn't mind. Seriously...

She obviously doesn't want the setting for multiple reasons. I believe Reselling is the best option as it gets me going from a clean slate. Is trading a possibility? I wouldn't mind a smaller diamond, different cut, same grade...

Thanks,

John

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 10/6/2009 12:54:55 PM
Author: EmersonHart13
She knows and wouldn't mind. Seriously...

She obviously doesn't want the setting for multiple reasons. I believe Reselling is the best option as it gets me going from a clean slate. Is trading a possibility? I wouldn't mind a smaller diamond, different cut, same grade...

Thanks,

John

Hi John

As Ken suggests, selling it might be your best option - you could try consignment, the vendor takes a percentage if a sale results.

www.pearlmansjewelers.com offer a consignment program so you could contact them for more info.