gamer2be08
Rough_Rock
- Joined
- Jul 6, 2011
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- 19
I found a VS1, G color, x symmetry, x polish, hearts and arrows ideal round cut .74ct diamond. Price was 1950.00. Oh and did I mention it was certified. Certified with a EGL I certificate xD.. When I got the diamond, I researched the different certifying groups and found out getting an EGL diamond was like playing Russian roulette with your wallet. I took it to get appraised today from a private appraiser, whom doesn't sell jewelry, so he was unbiased. He graded my diamond Is1 clarity, L color, very good polish and x symmetry. He also said my diamond was previously set and removed, and possibly re-cut. He then looked at my EGL certificate and laughed, telling me to steer clear of an EGL diamond. When he told me my actual diamond grading, I :*(... He said EGL graders don't grade lenient, they grade incompetently. So, I contacted the diamond dealer, and am getting a full refund thank God.... I will never buy another EGL diamond.. Ever..
Now, I find myself looking for a GIA, .70-.75ct d-h color, SI1 clarity diamond, excellent round cut. And you know what, I am still paranoid that even the GIA diamond I find will woop me in the butt again.. Anyways, will my eyes be able to tell a difference between a VS1 and an SI1 diamond, seeing as I cannot afford a GIA VS1 diamond anymore. Also, is there anything else I should be looking for in my diamond?
Thanks guys, and my advice is to stay away from EGL diamonds.
Now, I find myself looking for a GIA, .70-.75ct d-h color, SI1 clarity diamond, excellent round cut. And you know what, I am still paranoid that even the GIA diamond I find will woop me in the butt again.. Anyways, will my eyes be able to tell a difference between a VS1 and an SI1 diamond, seeing as I cannot afford a GIA VS1 diamond anymore. Also, is there anything else I should be looking for in my diamond?
Thanks guys, and my advice is to stay away from EGL diamonds.