Helpful Threads Archive

[Dreamer_D]

Here is a great thread with wonderful photos of a diamond with stong blue fluorescence and one without, next to each other, in various lighting conditions:

https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/come-see-very-strong-blue-fluorescence-versus-none.104988/

 

[Lorelei]

Photos of very strong blue fluorescence in this thread,

https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/do-not-fear-very-strong-fluorescence-because-its-beautiful.141942/

 

[Dreamer_D]

A very clear discussion of the factors to consider if you are thinking about buying an EGL graded diamond.

https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/egl-certification-are-any-of-them-ok.142863/

 

[Lorelei]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SfK5Nt3oXw

Video by Garry Holloway which shows how to take Idealscope photos using a hand held camera.

 

[LALove]

Great examples/pics of GORGEOUS shallow cut fancy stones:

post2670739.html

 

[stone-cold11]

Ring size conversion.

http://datlas.com/InternationalRingSizereference.pdf

 

[LALove]

Diamond carat to mm size conversion chart:
http://www.myjewelz.com/diamond_carat_to_mm_size_chart.asp

Diamond carat size (approx) in pictures:
http://www.reisnichols.com/diamond-size-chart.pdf

 

[D&T]

Not a thread, but I found this to be helpful to me, Not sure if there is one floating around, and I can't find my stinking link after I cut and paste. I think it was from Blue Nile. but not sure

Eeek... PS sized it down

ETA:: I found it!!! just in case anyone interested:

Diamond Carat Size & Shape

http://www.bluenile.com/pdf/diamond_carat_size_0810.pdf



And here is a paper ring sizer too.

 

[yssie]

various gem refractive index charts:
http://www.gemlabtools.com/ri-numerical.html
http://www.gemselect.com/gem-info/refractive-index.php


platinum patina photojournal:
[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/platinum-vs-white-gold.147732/#post-2668608']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/platinum-vs-white-gold.147732/#post-2668608[/URL]


single cut (eight cut) vs. full cut (standard modern RB) melee:
[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/so-what-kind-of-cut-is-done-for-pave-diamonds.84820/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/so-what-kind-of-cut-is-done-for-pave-diamonds.84820/[/URL]

 

[rubybeth]

Not sure if this is already in here, but we seem to have people ask about 'diamond switching' a lot and this post has a few experts who chime in to reassure folks this is rare:

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/is-it-possible.172139/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/is-it-possible.172139/[/URL]

 

[Christina...]

Gypsy just started this one about CADs that I think will be helpful for people beginning that process.

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/custom-jewelry-work-cad-and-cast-psa.175834/#post-3202426#p3202426']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/custom-jewelry-work-cad-and-cast-psa.175834/#post-3202426#p3202426[/URL]

 

[minigirl]

that is great. only the picture can be seen clearly is OK.

 

[jacksonstraut]

Thank you for sharing useful suggestions..

 

[Gypsy]

Discussion of value of 'near' ideals versus 'super' ideals: [URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/likelihood-of-finding-a-signature-super-ideal-diamond.174235/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/likelihood-of-finding-a-signature-super-ideal-diamond.174235/[/URL]

 

[oldminer]

The HCA, good and bad:

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/understanding-the-hca-better.183527/#post-3339594#p3339594']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/understanding-the-hca-better.183527/#post-3339594#p3339594[/URL]

 

[SB621]

Charmy's guide on How to Make a Harry Winston Inspried Halo Ring: [URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/cushion-101-my-experience-in-making-a-harry-winston-halo.183473/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/cushion-101-my-experience-in-making-a-harry-winston-halo.183473/[/URL]

 

[Gypsy]

Thread that discusses what a "super ideal" is-- the difference between hearts and arrows diamonds, and diamonds with ideal light performance, and super ideals that combine both aspects : [URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/likelihood-of-finding-a-signature-super-ideal-diamond.174235/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/likelihood-of-finding-a-signature-super-ideal-diamond.174235/[/URL]

 

[Gypsy]

Andelain CE thread: [URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/i-wouldnt-normally-consider-a-ce-stone.198467/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/i-wouldnt-normally-consider-a-ce-stone.198467/[/URL]

 

[Gypsy]

On feathers in VS2 and SI1 diamonds: [URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/feather-in-diamond.201415/#post-3664494#p3664494']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/feather-in-diamond.201415/#post-3664494#p3664494[/URL]

 

[Gypsy]

STEP CUT INFORMATION LINKS:
Difference between EC's, Asschers, and Carre or baguettes: [URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/another-dumb-question.203044/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/another-dumb-question.203044/[/URL]

Guide to differences between asschers, royal asschers and octavias: [URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/asscher-royal-asscher-octavia-asscher-differences.203577/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/asscher-royal-asscher-octavia-asscher-differences.203577/[/URL]

 

[Gypsy]

Neil's tips on how to find a good appraiser are in this thread: [URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/should-i-replace-the-original-hrd-cert.203548/#post-3706449#p3706449']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/should-i-replace-the-original-hrd-cert.203548/#post-3706449#p3706449[/URL]

 

[Gypsy]

Why pave is fragile: [URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/which-online-retailer-for-a-custom-setting.203660/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/which-online-retailer-for-a-custom-setting.203660/[/URL]

 

[Gypsy]

Law suit about EGL! [URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/been-wondering-when-this-would-happen-lawsuit-over-grading.204318/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/been-wondering-when-this-would-happen-lawsuit-over-grading.204318/[/URL]

 

[Gypsy]

Rapnet bans EGL: [URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/rapnet-bans-egl-reports-from-trading-network.205934/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/rapnet-bans-egl-reports-from-trading-network.205934/[/URL]

 

[tyty333]

White gold metal colors

Good threads for different colors of mainly unplated white gold but also has a little bit of yellow and rose.

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/diamond-color-and-metal-options.191295/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/diamond-color-and-metal-options.191295/[/URL]

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/yoo-hoo-yssie-metal-question-for-you.192990/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/yoo-hoo-yssie-metal-question-for-you.192990/[/URL]

 

[Gypsy]

Why pave is fragile: [URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/which-online-retailer-for-a-custom-setting.203660/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/which-online-retailer-for-a-custom-setting.203660/[/URL]

Why we recommend handforging for pave:
[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/what-do-you-all-think-of-this-stone.219137/page-2#post-3981481#p3981481']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/what-do-you-all-think-of-this-stone.219137/page-2#post-3981481#p3981481[/URL]

 

[tyty333]

Hand forged Jewelers
[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/hand-forge-jewelers-artisans.221749/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/hand-forge-jewelers-artisans.221749/[/URL]

 

[tyty333]

Hand forged Jewelers
[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/hand-forge-jewelers-artisans.221749/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/hand-forge-jewelers-artisans.221749/[/URL]

 

[Gypsy]

Here is a helpful diagram with my commentary added.

 

[Timm]

This is a very helpful thread, but I'm having a bit of trouble sifting and sorting through all the posts here and now I'm suffering from analysis paralysis.Too much information and I just don't know where to begin and which direction to go.