GIA 3 Ct RB dilemna

[MissGotRocks]

Just remember that you get what you pay for. It is priced according to its make - there are no deals in the diamond world. It's not a fluke that it is priced only 2k higher than a 2.5 carat stone.

If this is the stone you want and think it will fit the bill, enjoy!

 

[Dancing Fire]

Just remember that you get what you pay for. It is priced according to its make - there are no deals in the diamond world. It's not a fluke that it is priced only 2k higher than a 2.5 carat stone.

If this is the stone you want and think it will fit the bill, enjoy!

Yup!

 

[LaraOnline]

I guess the important thing to remember is that not all SI2 is equivalent to all other SI2 stones.
Each diamond must be appraised on its own merits.
I have SI2 in a 3.12 stone. It is AGS 0, and just beautiful.

The grade-making inclusion is twinning wisps.
A few weeks into owning the stone, I finally noticed the inclusion. Most of the time it's actually *invisible*.
You have to hold the stone at a very specific angle with the light behind it to see it.
I've come to love this little magic trick!!

So, judge the stone in and of itself.
Best of luck with your decision.

 

[bgray]

Just remember that you get what you pay for. It is priced according to its make - there are no deals in the diamond world. It's not a fluke that it is priced only 2k higher than a 2.5 carat stone.

If this is the stone you want and think it will fit the bill, enjoy!

yes. I made the comment several posts ago that grading is not an EXACT science and there is a HUGE incentive for a 3 carat RB to grade at an SI2 over an I1........who is to say it is really an si2? (And yes, diamonds and e-rings are loosely called investments but rarely are as true investments provide a return and usually people lose money when they sell them but 3 carat stone are not called "important" for no reason. Any stone over 2.5 carats is relatively important. That being said it is nice knowing that a diamond can bring quick and easy cash if it is a desirable stone.

 

[msop04]

Just remember that you get what you pay for. It is priced according to its make - there are no deals in the diamond world. It's not a fluke that it is priced only 2k higher than a 2.5 carat stone.

If this is the stone you want and think it will fit the bill, enjoy!

yes. I made the comment several posts ago that grading is not an EXACT science and there is a HUGE incentive for a 3 carat RB to grade at an SI2 over an I1........who is to say it is really an si2? (And yes, diamonds and e-rings are loosely called investments but rarely are as true investments provide a return and usually people lose money when they sell them but 3 carat stone are not called "important" for no reason. Any stone over 2.5 carats is relatively important. That being said it is nice knowing that a diamond can bring quick and easy cash if it is a desirable stone.

GIA.

We have to trust their grading at some point. This is what they do and they have nothing to gain by grading softly, since they are not a for-profit organization (like EGL).

 

[bgray]

Just remember that you get what you pay for. It is priced according to its make - there are no deals in the diamond world. It's not a fluke that it is priced only 2k higher than a 2.5 carat stone.

If this is the stone you want and think it will fit the bill, enjoy!

yes. I made the comment several posts ago that grading is not an EXACT science and there is a HUGE incentive for a 3 carat RB to grade at an SI2 over an I1........who is to say it is really an si2? (And yes, diamonds and e-rings are loosely called investments but rarely are as true investments provide a return and usually people lose money when they sell them but 3 carat stone are not called "important" for no reason. Any stone over 2.5 carats is relatively important. That being said it is nice knowing that a diamond can bring quick and easy cash if it is a desirable stone.

GIA.

We have to trust their grading at some point. This is what they do and they have nothing to gain by grading softly, since they are not a for-profit organization (like EGL).

Well that is a whole different subject but I would not be comfortable buying a stone on the cusp of being non gemquality for that much money. I would want a rigorous independent appraisal. GIA is not infallible.

 

[Beacon]

I ran the stats of your GIA cert thru the HCA (a tool on this website) and it got a 1.9 "excellent" score, so I think it must be really nice and well cut.

The color will look good since the cut is so good. Really well cut rounds make things look more colorless than the GIA rating. THis would not be true in something like a marquise, for example. The color on that shape would probably show.

Up to you if you can see the inclusions. If you cannot see them, I think this is a nice one for the money, especially if size is a key priority.

 

[Beacon]

canuk-gal -

I noticed the old date on the cert too. Made me wonder if this stone was a trade in or upgrade from somewhere else. I would want to know about the background and maybe also negotiate the price on this somewhat.

 

[Kawfee]

I did go see the stone yesterday in person again and it is very eye clean and has H&A and looks just beautiful.

I also asked about the history since it was mentioned earlier about the year of the GIA cert. in the forum and he's not exactly sure why his supplier still had this ring but my dealer said it could have been someone storing this stone during the peak season in 2011 when the diamond market was at it's highest so he could make the best profit on a 3ct ring but maybe it didn't move or it could have been a trade in of some sort but again these are all speculations.

I appreciate everyone's time and effort to chime in with their knowledge. I too was skeptical but everyone has made some great comments and in the end I just have to go with my updated knowledge and personal feelings if this is the right rock for us.

 

[canuk-gal]

I did go see the stone yesterday in person again and it is very eye clean and has H&A and looks just beautiful.

I also asked about the history since it was mentioned earlier about the year of the GIA cert. in the forum and he's not exactly sure why his supplier still had this ring but my dealer said it could have been someone storing this stone during the peak season in 2011 when the diamond market was at it's highest so he could make the best profit on a 3ct ring but maybe it didn't move or it could have been a trade in of some sort but again these are all speculations.

I appreciate everyone's time and effort to chime in with their knowledge. I too was skeptical but everyone has made some great comments and in the end I just have to go with my updated knowledge and personal feelings if this is the right rock for us.

HI:

I am glad you got what you wanted. Congrats! Please come back when it is set--and provide hand shots! THAT IS the most important thing.

cheers--Sharon

 

[Kawfee]

I know you've all been waiting...so here it is

 

[MrsBettyBoop]

It's gorgeous!

 

[ScorpioLove]

WOW! It looks beautiful to me! I'm sure your GF will be more than happy to wear such a rock!

 

[AprilBaby]

It looks gorgeous to me! Make sure you insure that baby!

 

[msop04]

Very nice!!! Congrats! ...make sure to post when you get that bad boy set!!

 

[Beacon]

Looks great!! How are you setting it? Please post some pics of it in the setting.

 

[Kawfee]

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