Hello,
I am a new subscriber to PriceScope, but I have been a fan of all the great advice and support that this forum has provided to its members.
I love purple, especially the bluish violet color of tanzanites. However, I am aware that tanzanites are a relatively soft stone, so I have been waiting for almost 15 years to find/afford a 2-4 ct purple sapphire that has the same bluish violet color of tanzanites. I have been tempted by many of the ones that I've seen online, but I have learned that the best way to know if it's right for me is to see it in person. As luck would have it, I am thrilled that I will be able to attend the International Gem & Jewelry show in Chantilly, VA this weekend.
Ideally, I am looking for an oval 2-4 ct bluish violet or color change sapphire, unheated, brilliant cut, and flawless clarity in the price range of $3000 or below. I am also looking to find a diamond halo setting similar to Princess Diana's in 18K white gold, around .7-1.0 tcw and perhaps flanked by baguettes on the side. I am open to any ideas re: the halo setting design.
Given my limited time and knowledge of the volume of vendors, could you all suggest some reputable vendors and any helpful advice that you could share as I navigate the gem show?
Many thanks in advance,
Jrmag
I am a new subscriber to PriceScope, but I have been a fan of all the great advice and support that this forum has provided to its members.
I love purple, especially the bluish violet color of tanzanites. However, I am aware that tanzanites are a relatively soft stone, so I have been waiting for almost 15 years to find/afford a 2-4 ct purple sapphire that has the same bluish violet color of tanzanites. I have been tempted by many of the ones that I've seen online, but I have learned that the best way to know if it's right for me is to see it in person. As luck would have it, I am thrilled that I will be able to attend the International Gem & Jewelry show in Chantilly, VA this weekend.
Ideally, I am looking for an oval 2-4 ct bluish violet or color change sapphire, unheated, brilliant cut, and flawless clarity in the price range of $3000 or below. I am also looking to find a diamond halo setting similar to Princess Diana's in 18K white gold, around .7-1.0 tcw and perhaps flanked by baguettes on the side. I am open to any ideas re: the halo setting design.
Given my limited time and knowledge of the volume of vendors, could you all suggest some reputable vendors and any helpful advice that you could share as I navigate the gem show?
Many thanks in advance,
Jrmag