wakingdreams53
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wakingdreams53|1304025969|2907322 said:I know that 2d pictures don't give you much, especially without equal lighting, but if you had to choose between that stone and this one, which would you choose?
wakingdreams53|1304026868|2907343 said:Heh, yeah, I know. Sorry TL. You're good! That is in fact Wildfish. I know a lot of people here call them overpriced and some have had issues with the stones not being as pictured... but I can't get this stone off my mind...
As LD mentioned, yeah it's a spinel, $1460, Measures: 6.97-7.00x4.16, and is precision cut. Damn pricey though, but idk...
I know that color is more important than cut, but I want it to scintillate too.
At a difference of $524, I'm not really sure. I certainly don't have the $$ to view both.
LD, why do you think it has more personality? Just curious.
TL|1304027148|2907346 said:wakingdreams53|1304026868|2907343 said:Heh, yeah, I know. Sorry TL. You're good! That is in fact Wildfish. I know a lot of people here call them overpriced and some have had issues with the stones not being as pictured... but I can't get this stone off my mind...
As LD mentioned, yeah it's a spinel, $1460, Measures: 6.97-7.00x4.16, and is precision cut. Damn pricey though, but idk...
I know that color is more important than cut, but I want it to scintillate too.
At a difference of $524, I'm not really sure. I certainly don't have the $$ to view both.
LD, why do you think it has more personality? Just curious.
Based on what I've seen here with Wildfish photos and customer comparison photos, I suspect that spinel isn't as saturated in person. Besides, spinels are moody stones and color shift in certain light sources. Many blue spinels tend to go more grey or violet in other lighting. My friend has a gorgeous blue spinel and she told me it gets dark and desaturated in some lighting. Sapphires, especially good ones, tend to hold their blue color better in most light sources, although some can go more grey or violet in certain lighting as well.
Is it a cobalt spinel, or one deemed "cobalt blue" - there is a huge difference you know.
wakingdreams53|1304027511|2907351 said:TL|1304027148|2907346 said:wakingdreams53|1304026868|2907343 said:Heh, yeah, I know. Sorry TL. You're good! That is in fact Wildfish. I know a lot of people here call them overpriced and some have had issues with the stones not being as pictured... but I can't get this stone off my mind...
As LD mentioned, yeah it's a spinel, $1460, Measures: 6.97-7.00x4.16, and is precision cut. Damn pricey though, but idk...
I know that color is more important than cut, but I want it to scintillate too.
At a difference of $524, I'm not really sure. I certainly don't have the $$ to view both.
LD, why do you think it has more personality? Just curious.
Based on what I've seen here with Wildfish photos and customer comparison photos, I suspect that spinel isn't as saturated in person. Besides, spinels are moody stones and color shift in certain light sources. Many blue spinels tend to go more grey or violet in other lighting. My friend has a gorgeous blue spinel and she told me it gets dark and desaturated in some lighting. Sapphires, especially good ones, tend to hold their blue color better in most light sources, although some can go more grey or violet in certain lighting as well.
Is it a cobalt spinel, or one deemed "cobalt blue" - there is a huge difference you know.
Hmm, well I'm looking for a gorgeous blue stone that keeps its color in as many lighting situations as possible. It's listed as "Intense Violet Blue" Medium Dark 80. With this description:
Precision cut brilliant blue spinel without the usual gray or purple mask. Dense metallic blue with a dash of violet giving the gem a lively sparkle even in little light. A beautiful set of air bubble and some colorful needles can be enjoyed under the lens but are invisible to the eye. Diamond-like luster.
I'm sorry for bombarding you with so many questions, but can sapphires be that "lustrous" ?
wakingdreams53|1304038552|2907537 said:Can't link AND twiddle your thumbs apparently! The sapphire sold.
wakingdreams53|1304038552|2907537 said:Can't link AND twiddle your thumbs apparently! The sapphire sold.
crasru|1304052890|2907750 said:That is not fair to you... And to the vendors as well because when everyone is afraid of posting links, vendors do not get publicity on the PS...
All I can say is that according to my experience with Africagems, their pictures are pretty true to life. Maybe they have another blue stone!