I have been researching diamonds via the "net" and have visited a couple of Jewelry stores that have been recomended to me. I had a good grasp of what I wanted until I went and visited my mother this weekend. She took me by her neighborhood jeweler, that she trusts very much, and I asked him to look for some round diamonds for me in the 1.25-1.50 carat range, IF-VS2, D-G, up to $8000. He did have one in on hand that was close to what I was looking for. I decided to have a looksee. To get to my question...the diamond is an Old European Cut. Which I had never heard of. The diamond looked good but did not have any certification with it. They had it graded and appraised at 1.33ct., VVS2, E, with a table of 59%, and a depth of 55%. The grading report reads measurements of 7.3-7.36mm(I am not sure what that means). The diamond is beautiful but I am being quoted $9000.00. I am not sure if I should by a stone without certification and am not sure what the ring is worth. If anyone can give me any advice I would greatly appreciate it.
Thank you in advance for your help,
Jerry
Thank you in advance for your help,
Jerry