Help! Diamond purchased but appraisal not good!

[Ellen]

Date: 4/25/2008 2:01:30 PM
Author: kennethoka
After reading this thread, I start to worry my stone which I just got from GOG.

kenneth, if you have read the whole thread, then you should know this is quite a rarety, not the norm. Don't worry.

 

[mrssalvo]

that''s great news. I''d love to see pics too if/when you can...

 

[surfgirl]

glad it all worked out duck but you have to post some photos dude, come ON!

 

[duckwebber]

tried to attach the pics but files are too large to be uploaded!! im not v savvy with these things... how to compress the files??

 

[Ellen]

Try this link. If you still can''t get them posted, you can send them to the Admin and they''ll post them for you.

https://www.pricescope.com/forum/faq1/how-to-upload-reduce-pictures-for-posting-t41381.html

 

[duckwebber]

Lets try this for a start...

 

[kennethoka]

nice setting. may i know how much you had paid for that setting?

 

[Ellen]

Date: 5/2/2008 4:29:17 PM
Author: duckwebber
Lets try this for a start...

This is a great start!!

Gorgeous.

Now, where''s the other 15-20 shots??

we really do need more!

 

[Kaleigh]

Date: 5/2/2008 8:21:14 PM
Author: Ellen

Date: 5/2/2008 4:29:17 PM
Author: duckwebber
Lets try this for a start...

This is a great start!!

Gorgeous.

Now, where''s the other 15-20 shots??

we really do need more!

Gorgeous, and yes we need lots more pics, PP?

 

[diamondseeker2006]

It''s beautiful!!!

 

[WinkHPD]

Date: 2/28/2008 11:04:06 AM
Author: strmrdr

Date: 2/28/2008 9:29:17 AM

Author: denverappraiser

Isee2 is a brand and that brand carries a premium. If you have it repolished and regraded, it will no longer be the same report # and, depending on how much polishing is required it may no longer have the Isee2 little logo on the crown. This would make it no longer an Isee2 stone. As mentioned above, if the weight changes then the GIA report will no longer be applicable. It’s possible that Isee2 can do the polishing and can reissue their paperwork on the final stone and the dealer can help you with that if it’s a choice. Ask.


Take it back to the dealer and let him deal with it. There’s a bit of a chore here and deciding details like what sorts of repairs are required, what the potential weight loss might be and if the tradeoff is worth it and what sorts of documentation needs to be redone are remarkably complicated questions and that’s part of what the dealer is there for.


In answer to your ‘value’ question, it depends on your definition of value. Most appraisals are defining value as the appropriate budget to replace the stone with another like it in the case of a loss. This would include things like the x/x/x from GIA and the Isee2 branding as well as the condition at the time the policy is written. Replacing an x/x/x/isee2 will generally cost more than replacing either an x/g/vg/Isee2 or a slightly smaller x/x/x/GIA.


Neil Beaty

GG(GIA) ICGA(AGS) NAJA

Professional Appraisals in Denver

just an fyi Jon doesnt charge a premium for the isee2 brand over his other top end h&a diamonds.

My first question is does the person who did the appraisal sell diamonds?

The entire pavilion being messed up does not sound right too me.

I second sending the stone back too gog and letting him look it over then discuss options.

Franky since its a round id just trade it in on another stone.

Kenny''s stone was a different story as there is not another diamond close too it available.

Storm gives good advice. It would not be the first time an unethical appraiser has influenced a sale to his advantage. Since we have no way of knowing what the facts are it is good not to assume that the appraiser is automatically correct. He may be, or he may not be.

Still,since you are now unhappy, why not allow Jonathon to get you another stone. He has an excellent reputation for a reason.

Wink

 

[Ellen]

pssst, Wink, there was a happy ending. He kept the stone. photo above.

 

[chrono]

Date: 4/25/2008 11:15:28 AM
Author: duckwebber
Hi all, this is me reporting back after I''ve picked up my e-ring from Singapore. In a nutshell - could not be happier! As the diamond had already been set, I am unable to closely inspect the abrasions/bruise that were noted on the pavillion facets by the gemologist. However, it doesnt really matter anymore! Eye clean and mind clean! The diamond is beautiful and the setting is just perfect - would definitely recommend the jeweller i used in Singapore. Also very pleased with the customer sevice Jon extended, he was very reasonable and fair throughout. Whilst I must say it was rather traumatic given my logistical complications, it all worked out really well in the end. Big thank you to everyone who offered me advice!!

Wink,
It looks like Duckwebber is now happy with the steps Jon has taken.

 

[WinkHPD]

Silly me, I did not realize the thread was three pages long when I responded to a post on the first page. I quickly saw that my comments were no longer needed as I continued to read and thought to remove them, but already they have been responded to.

I am glad to see that things turned out well and now I will go back to finish reading the thread.

My question is what are you two doing out of bed so early on a Saturday morning???

Wink

 

[chrono]

Umm, I''m out of bed early today but it''s not my choice.

I have some stuff to take care of and decided to pop in on PS.

 

[Ellen]

Date: 5/3/2008 8:21:52 AM
Author: Wink
Silly me, I did not realize the thread was three pages long when I responded to a post on the first page. I quickly saw that my comments were no longer needed as I continued to read and thought to remove them, but already they have been responded to.

I am glad to see that things turned out well and now I will go back to finish reading the thread.

My question is what are you two doing out of bed so early on a Saturday morning???

Wink

This is early?

My internal clock does not realize weekends Wink. Hasn''t for years. Darn kids.

 

[WinkHPD]

LOL! As I read the thread I also, finally, see that it took place some time ago and this was just the happy conclusion.

Maybe I should not read and post so early in the morning.

Wink

 

[Lorelei]

* I* have been on PS the earliest of all this morning....

* runs and ducks from ellen*

 

[Ellen]

Date: 5/3/2008 8:32:29 AM
Author: Lorelei
* I* have been on PS the earliest of all this morning....

* runs and ducks from ellen*

Ok, DW, we're just killing time here til you come back with the rest of the pics.

In fact, I think it would be better if you start a new thread in SMTR!