Diamound removed for rhodium plating?

[Brocksgirl24]

Hi,

Does the diamond in my setting have to be removed in order to have the band rhodium plated?
I''m picking up my w-band this weekend, and the jeweller has agreed to rhodium plate my e-ring for free, since it bothers me that its a tad yellow. I dont believe it was ever rhodium plated when I bought it. This is not the same jeweller that sold me my e-ring, so I dont know how to feel about them doing this IF the diamond has be removed and re-set. Should I insist on being there when its done to make sure there is no swicheroo? I''ve heard of this happening. Thanks!


Diana

 

[MichelleCarmen]

Your diamond DOES NOT need to be removed for rhodium plating.

 

[Brocksgirl24]

Phew! Good to hear, that makes me happy. Thanks for replying!

 

[denverappraiser]

As mentioned, the diamond does not need to be removed. They may not be willing to let you watch them do the job but this isn''t really a sign of a problem. The chemicals used in the rhodium plating process are quite poisonous and there may be a problem with their insurance company to have you in the area while they do this. It needs to be done under a pretty good ventalation system, which is usually in the back room.

Neil Beaty
GG(GIA) ISA NAJA
Independent Appraisals in Denver