ChunkyCushionLover
Ideal_Rock
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Highlighted in yellow is one thing I don''t put much faith in appraisor''s to do properly which is price diamonds especially fancy''s. I think many PS vendors don''t agree on pricing on a competitor''s stones and I don''t expect a third party who isn''t looking at prices all day to be any more precise. My appraisor told me that he would value both of our cushion diamond at the same price as a well cut pear shape, but that had no significance to me whatsoever.Date: 8/17/2009 6:58:08 PM
Author: Rockdiamond
Date: 8/17/2009 6:24:43 PM
Author: Allison D.
Date: 8/17/2009 4:56:16 PM
Author: Rockdiamond
But the larger issue ( to me) is this: What difference does it make if the appraiser loves the diamond, if you do not?
If we remove the aspect of making sure it''s the correct diamond- which is quite important- but can be done locally- adding a third party adds complications that may not be necessary.
Say you did some research, and found a seller you were comfortable with. You could ''vet'' the seller by asking questions here. If you chose a seller that had the diamond in hand, and could personally evaluate it, that might be just as good as a third party''s opinion to assist you in making the purchase.
David,
With respect to your comment highlighted in yellow above, I can''t see that it makes any more difference if the vendor loves the diamond, either. Neither party (appraiser or vendor) can state with certainty that the client will agree with his preferences, right?
With respect to the second sentence I highlighted, I don''t think most consumers would agree that the opinion of a vested party is as good as the opinion of a non-vested party. While both may be respected, they aren''t necessarily equivalent.
I don''t think the point for most people is to have an appraiser tell them what they should like or not like. I think in most instances what a consumer wants is peace of mind in knowing he paid a fair price for his diamond. For that purpose, an appraiser''s expertise is an invaluable resource.
Hi guys!
Allison, you make some great points.
NO question, the vested interest part is important. We can all relate to some sellers that offer no advice- or worse, advice like the ''trust me'' type of thing....where you want to do the opposite of what the pushy seller is suggesting.
However part of what makes some vendors special is precisely that they can demonstrate what they like- their preference.
Whiteflash certainly has a signature look- as do sites like GOG, Brian Gavin, and many others. This is a very good thing IMO.
That''s why many people trust different companies- and their opinions. Many consumers value that aspect enough to not need an appraiser to ''approve'' a purchase.
Also a great point about making sure the value is there.
Still, in a case like this- I think we all agree that the op might be better served developing a relationship with a vendor who will be more sensitive to his needs.
ccl- yes, we''d be happy to send an item to any PS approved appraiser.