Need Advice Maxi Blue Topaz 2.58ct

[KRYPTON1TE]

Hello everyone, I was recently in a stopover in Sri Lanka and bought a SEEMS TO BE maxi blue Topaz from a gem supplier inside the international boarding area its a 2.58ct teardrop shape cut Topaz, I must say its very well cut, could someone on here with appraisal knowledge give me a rough estimation on the value of the stone? I just want to know if I made a good investment even though I know it's not alot thanks

 

[lovedogs]

Hello everyone, I was recently in a stopover in Sri Lanka and bought a SEEMS TO BE maxi blue Topaz from a gem supplier inside the international boarding area its a 2.58ct teardrop shape cut Topaz, I must say its very well cut, could someone on here with appraisal knowledge give me a rough estimation on the value of the stone? I just want to know if I made a good investment even though I know it's not alot thanks

we can't give any info based on what you said, unfortunately. We can't see how well it's cut, or the color. In general, gems, diamonds, and jewelry in general is not a good investment. The minute you buy it (like a car) it loses value. And if you purchased it in the international boarding area then I almost guarantee you overpaid. Obviously it can still be a great stone that makes you happy, but it certainly isn't going to be an investment, and you won't be able to sell for anywhere near what you paid.

 

[lovedogs]

if it's the stone in your avatar (which is a tiny pic, so it's a bit hard to tell), it has a large window and doesn't look well cut to me.

 

[shinyrocks]

Blue topaz is relatively inexpensive, but it does look like a really nice color. $30-75 / ct. is probably a decent estimate??

 

[T L]

Blue topaz is not an investment stone.

 

[KRYPTON1TE]

Thanks for the input, we'll I actually bought it for my fiance since she loves blue so much, sorry I'm still looking for a way to upload a better pic, as mentioned it is 2.58ct and I only paid $45, worth to mention I also negotiated on the price heavily as I took out a newly purchased loupe and pretended I knew alot about gems lol

 

[KRYPTON1TE]

Thanks for the input, we'll I actually bought it for my fiance since she loves blue so much, sorry I'm still looking for a way to upload a better pic, as mentioned it is 2.58ct and I only paid $45, worth to mention I also negotiated on the price heavily as I took out a newly purchased loupe and pretended I knew alot about gems lol

I retract that price I said, I paid ZAR 450 that's about $ 30 - 35 I wil try to upload a better photo

 

[KRYPTON1TE]

 

[KRYPTON1TE]

After looking up the stand I bought it from it on the invoice seems to be from ZAM Gems company Sri Lanka they seem to be well respected in their quality so I feel a bit at ease now and happy with the purchase

 

[Anne111]

it has a window and a plastic color, sorry, don't take it personal.

 

[mermaid]

If you're looking for a similar color range stone that is much more prized, I'd shop for a fine aquamarine. But before you do that, I'd also do a bit of research and gain knowledge.

Just my .02. Luck!

 

[T L]

I think you overpaid unfortunately. I see 10+ carat blue topaz in silver settings on television being hawked at for way less than $100. At least you didn’t pay hundreds or thousands, but you definitely overpaid.

 

[lovedogs]

I think you overpaid unfortunately. I see 10+ carat blue topaz in silver settings on television being hawked at for way less than $100. At least you didn’t pay hundreds or thousands, but you definitely overpaid.

If he paid $35, then its not bad. Anything over $100 and I'd say he wayyyyy overpaid. But for $35 it seems perfectly fine.

 

[T L]

If he paid $35, then its not bad. Anything over $100 and I'd say he wayyyyy overpaid. But for $35 it seems perfectly fine.

Well actually, I just saw medium toned 12 carat blue topaz in a silver mount, with fancy cutting for $60, but $35 for a 2 carat unset stone isn’t something to lose sleep over.

 

[chroman]

I saw a pretty nicely toned blue (at least from the photo, so who knows), 10 ct, well cut loose for $30 recently.

If you love it, thats what matters. Could you have found it cheaper? Probably..

I don’t think “London Blue” is a popular color for folks here, but for more topaz inspiration check out this thread:
https://www.pricescope.com/communit...-and-blue-electric-blue-topaz-stories.215679/

 

[737liz]

I bought a london blue topaz in Sri Lanka as well .Overpaid. a lot. But it's a memory and a souvenir. Your stone is a fun memento of a trip. Treat it as such. If you have a dremmel you could try piercing it, then attaching a thin chain or cord, thus avoiding having to pay for a setting.

 

[LemonMoonLex]

The price seems slightly inflated for blue topaz but not bad whatsoever. Just know that it isnt worth too much but it can sure be beautiful to look at!
& that is amazingly sweet of you that youve paid attention to what your significant other likes and purchased something accordingly. What a sweet gesture!