Please advise on this OEC..

[softly softly]

Good luck with the new stone AJ - it looks to be a winner!! Maybe between the two of us we can encourage a greater appreciation of Antique diamonds to Australia

 

[arjunajane]

Date: 11/3/2008 12:36:42 AM
Author: softly softly
Good luck with the new stone AJ - it looks to be a winner!! Maybe between the two of us we can encourage a greater appreciation of Antique diamonds to Australia

LOL, we can always try!

My next aim, a gorgeous cushion like yours softly!

Sheesh, thinking about the next one before even closing this one -

Hey, I just noticed and old thread of yours - did you ever find a appraiser?

 

[LGK]

Lol, get me to go off on my favorite subject (antique anything, but especially jewelry) and I''ll definitely bend your ear!

Yeah, it doesn''t show the crown height much in that pic, but it does look like a nice pattern on it. Very promising looking! And it looks super white.

Even with no #s from a seller- and a lot of the time you don''t get them- an in person eyeball evaluation is really the kicker anyway, numbers only go so far with helping you evaluate an old cut... that is, not that far! More like, you can tell some are definitely *not* going to be worth considering, is all. Basically, if you can just return it if it isn''t gorgeous in person, that''s what I do when I buy OECs off eBay... just buy and return if it''s not-so-purty. This one really does have a lovely pattern to it, and looks like the table and culet are similar in proportion to my 1.22 N colored OEC.

If you get it you''ll definitely have to show us some more pics

 

[softly softly]

Date: 11/3/2008 12:39:21 AM
Author: arjunajane

Date: 11/3/2008 12:36:42 AM

Author: softly softly

Good luck with the new stone AJ - it looks to be a winner!! Maybe between the two of us we can encourage a greater appreciation of Antique diamonds to Australia

LOL, we can always try!


My next aim, a gorgeous cushion like yours softly!


Sheesh, thinking about the next one before even closing this one -

Hey, I just noticed and old thread of yours - did you ever find a appraiser?

I have a couple of names to consider, but it means I have to go to Melbourne, something which I don''t get to do as often as I would like.

And I have to confess I''ve had an unpleasant experience with a local jeweller that has put me off the whole experience just a bit. I foolishly took it to a place I''ve used previously for other stuff as I had noticed they were advertising insurance appraisals.

Well... When I explained to the sales person I had an antique diamond I wanted appraised she asked to see it so I handed it over, only for her to scrutinize it with a look of extreme distaste before telling me "it has a black mark in the centre" I politely explained that it was the culet she was looking at. To which this lovely woman replied "Well you are right it is a cushion cut, but it''s not an antique, it''s just a poorly cut diamond."

I was speechless. I can understand that not every salesperson can be expected to know about the differences between modern and antique cuts, but I really did not see why she felt the need to insult my diamond.

I know I really do need to get around to organising an appraisal, but that experience kinda left a bad taste in my mouth.

 

[strmrdr]

side view which you posted is what I would have asked for.
looks like a nice high crown.

 

[arjunajane]

Date: 11/3/2008 12:55:21 AM
Author: softly softly

Date: 11/3/2008 12:39:21 AM
Author: arjunajane

Date: 11/3/2008 12:36:42 AM

Author: softly softly

Good luck with the new stone AJ - it looks to be a winner!! Maybe between the two of us we can encourage a greater appreciation of Antique diamonds to Australia

LOL, we can always try!


My next aim, a gorgeous cushion like yours softly!


Sheesh, thinking about the next one before even closing this one -

Hey, I just noticed and old thread of yours - did you ever find a appraiser?

I have a couple of names to consider, but it means I have to go to Melbourne, something which I don't get to do as often as I would like.

And I have to confess I've had an unpleasant experience with a local jeweller that has put me off the whole experience just a bit. I foolishly took it to a place I've used previously for other stuff as I had noticed they were advertising insurance appraisals.

Well... When I explained to the sales person I had an antique diamond I wanted appraised she asked to see it so I handed it over, only for her to scrutinize it with a look of extreme distaste before telling me 'it has a black mark in the centre' I politely explained that it was the culet she was looking at. To which this lovely woman replied 'Well you are right it is a cushion cut, but it's not an antique, it's just a poorly cut diamond.'

I was speechless. I can understand that not every salesperson can be expected to know about the differences between modern and antique cuts, but I really did not see why she felt the need to insult my diamond.

I know I really do need to get around to organising an appraisal, but that experience kinda left a bad taste in my mouth.

Oh Wow, I would be p***sed at that

SA's here just don't seem to know how to behave properly unless they are sucking your behind in order to make a sale - personally, if you would like to keep going there, I'd mention it to her manager - but thats just me. I can't stand for rude service..

I used this resource to find my appraiser, and have been very happy with her services - maybe there will be something close to you?
Anyways, you don't want to use an appraiser connected to a retailer..

http://www.gem.org.au/

I posted another link the other day, will try to find it for you..

 

[arjunajane]

Date: 11/3/2008 12:58:27 AM
Author: strmrdr
side view which you posted is what I would have asked for.
looks like a nice high crown.

cheers Strm!

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 11/3/2008 12:58:27 AM
Author: strmrdr
side view which you posted is what I would have asked for.
looks like a nice high crown.

Preeeety stone!!

 

[arjunajane]

Date: 11/3/2008 2:55:21 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 11/3/2008 12:58:27 AM
Author: strmrdr
side view which you posted is what I would have asked for.
looks like a nice high crown.

Preeeety stone!!

Thanks lozza! Do you think I should go for it hon?..

 

[Lorelei]

LOL Lozza - LOVE IT!!!!!

Well it certainly warrants consideration...Is it what you are looking for do you think?? It looks like a lovely flower diamond....

 

[arjunajane]

Date: 11/3/2008 4:45:25 AM
Author: Lorelei
LOL Lozza - LOVE IT!!!!!

Well it certainly warrants consideration...Is it what you are looking for do you think?? It looks like a lovely flower diamond....

Yes, I hereby christen your aussie name as Lozza , ok ?!

It certainly appears to be what I''m after in an OEC, as you know I''ve been after a lovely OEC for some time. It has good specs and a return policy too..
I would maybe prefer one of the amazing cushions that Erica Grace sell, but alas that is not in my financial cards at this time !

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 11/3/2008 9:43:33 AM
Author: arjunajane

Date: 11/3/2008 4:45:25 AM
Author: Lorelei
LOL Lozza - LOVE IT!!!!!

Well it certainly warrants consideration...Is it what you are looking for do you think?? It looks like a lovely flower diamond....

Yes, I hereby christen your aussie name as Lozza , ok ?!

It certainly appears to be what I''m after in an OEC, as you know I''ve been after a lovely OEC for some time. It has good specs and a return policy too..
I would maybe prefer one of the amazing cushions that Erica Grace sell, but alas that is not in my financial cards at this time !

Ok! Lozza it is!!! Hehehe!!

 

[arjunajane]

Date: 11/3/2008 9:48:13 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 11/3/2008 9:43:33 AM
Author: arjunajane

Date: 11/3/2008 4:45:25 AM
Author: Lorelei
LOL Lozza - LOVE IT!!!!!

Well it certainly warrants consideration...Is it what you are looking for do you think?? It looks like a lovely flower diamond....

Yes, I hereby christen your aussie name as Lozza , ok ?!

It certainly appears to be what I''m after in an OEC, as you know I''ve been after a lovely OEC for some time. It has good specs and a return policy too..
I would maybe prefer one of the amazing cushions that Erica Grace sell, but alas that is not in my financial cards at this time !

Ok! Lozza it is!!! Hehehe!!

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 11/3/2008 10:08:40 AM
Author: arjunajane

Date: 11/3/2008 9:48:13 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 11/3/2008 9:43:33 AM
Author: arjunajane

Date: 11/3/2008 4:45:25 AM
Author: Lorelei
LOL Lozza - LOVE IT!!!!!

Well it certainly warrants consideration...Is it what you are looking for do you think?? It looks like a lovely flower diamond....

Yes, I hereby christen your aussie name as Lozza , ok ?!

It certainly appears to be what I''m after in an OEC, as you know I''ve been after a lovely OEC for some time. It has good specs and a return policy too..
I would maybe prefer one of the amazing cushions that Erica Grace sell, but alas that is not in my financial cards at this time !

Ok! Lozza it is!!! Hehehe!!

 

[Deelight]

LOL I have been lurking on this thread with no valuable input to add but I just have to say "Lozza" is such a typical Aussie nickname LOL I love it

Will you pull the trigger on it AJ, I just want to live vicariously through you

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 11/3/2008 11:07:28 AM
Author: Deelight
LOL I have been lurking on this thread with no valuable input to add but I just have to say ''Lozza'' is such a typical Aussie nickname LOL I love it

Will you pull the trigger on it AJ, I just want to live vicariously through you

Hehee!!! Its great isn''t it, like our famous tuckshop ladies!

 

[Deelight]

hehehe it is , I really need to work on mine they look terrible.

 

[LaurenThePartier]

AJ, Wow, I''ve been watching that auction because I was curious to see the outcome! I certainly hope you can get it for a steal! It looks like a fantastic pattern, and now after reading LGK''s posts, I feel like I know a little more about my own .67 ct. OEC!

I''ll keep everything crossed for you, love!

 

[HeartingDiamonds]

Hiya AJ,

Just wanted to let you know that I responded to the message you sent me via our site

.

Do you have the dimensions on this little guy?

*threadjack* Softly, I think you need a new avatar, don''t ya think?

 

[arjunajane]

Well, I am sorry to get everyone excited, but it appears that overnight quite a few people lost their minds...last time I checked, the listing was up to $2500 US with about an hour to go - and I will remind everyone, we''re talking about a 0.68ct stone here!
Pretty as it is, I don''t know who''s wacky enough to pay 2.5k for a 0.68ct daimond! I have a feeling someone may have a lil bit of buyers remorse soon...oh well, thats ebay I guess!

So, I''m definately ouuta the race - thankyou Dee and Lauren for popping in..Dee, you know that name suits Lozza..

And especially a big thankyou to LGK and Grace.

Grace, you are a true sweetheart and professional, thankyou for your wise advice.

 

[beaujolais]

Ohhh, sorry. But - the next one you find (get) will be even better.

 

[LaurenThePartier]

Date: 11/3/2008 7:37:40 PM
Author: arjunajane
Well, I am sorry to get everyone excited, but it appears that overnight quite a few people lost their minds...last time I checked, the listing was up to $2500 US with about an hour to go - and I will remind everyone, we''re talking about a 0.68ct stone here!
Pretty as it is, I don''t know who''s wacky enough to pay 2.5k for a 0.68ct daimond! I have a feeling someone may have a lil bit of buyers remorse soon...oh well, thats ebay I guess!

So, I''m definately ouuta the race - thankyou Dee and Lauren for popping in..Dee, you know that name suits Lozza..

And especially a big thankyou to LGK and Grace.

Grace, you are a true sweetheart and professional, thankyou for your wise advice.

Awwww, AJ - I''m sorry you got stuck in the middle of bidding hell! I think someone is crazy bidding it that high! That''s nuts!

Keep an eye on KingKongCrowder, who I got my stone from. He''s had a couple go by recently that were pretty, although not OEC, but he could keep an eye out for you.

Good luck, dear! I want you to find your OEC soon!

 

[arjunajane]

Date: 11/3/2008 8:01:20 PM
Author: LaurenThePartier

Date: 11/3/2008 7:37:40 PM
Author: arjunajane
Well, I am sorry to get everyone excited, but it appears that overnight quite a few people lost their minds...last time I checked, the listing was up to $2500 US with about an hour to go - and I will remind everyone, we''re talking about a 0.68ct stone here!
Pretty as it is, I don''t know who''s wacky enough to pay 2.5k for a 0.68ct daimond! I have a feeling someone may have a lil bit of buyers remorse soon...oh well, thats ebay I guess!

So, I''m definately ouuta the race - thankyou Dee and Lauren for popping in..Dee, you know that name suits Lozza..

And especially a big thankyou to LGK and Grace.

Grace, you are a true sweetheart and professional, thankyou for your wise advice.

Awwww, AJ - I''m sorry you got stuck in the middle of bidding hell! I think someone is crazy bidding it that high! That''s nuts!

Keep an eye on KingKongCrowder, who I got my stone from. He''s had a couple go by recently that were pretty, although not OEC, but he could keep an eye out for you.

Good luck, dear! I want you to find your OEC soon!

Thanks Lauren - you''re right, I had forgotten about your guy, I will contact him again. The first time he didn''t really have anything suitable..

I know if you ask me thats a silly price to pay for that stone - you could do alot better, oh well, not my problemo!

And thankyou too Sonoma!

 

[HeartingDiamonds]

Glad you are not heartbroken, AJ. Somewhere out there is a nice, juicy OEC with your name on it - I promise

.

 

[neatfreak]

That is a crazy price! Better that you didn''t get into the bidding war over it.

 

[softly softly]

Sorry to hear that A.J. Stick with Grace, I''m sure she''ll come up with the goods for you eventually.

Oh, and Grace, I took your advice

 

[Deelight]

Date: 11/3/2008 10:24:41 PM
Author: neatfreak
That is a crazy price! Better that you didn''t get into the bidding war over it.

That is just insane, your prettie is out there

 

[arjunajane]

Awww, thanks gals, ya'll are the best..nah, not heartbroken at all I kinda only wanted it as a bargain - and 4k AUD is no bargain!

Hrmm, looks like someone bought the first one I posted about too, the one no one really liked - ah well, hope they love it!

 

[LGK]

I''m sure there''s a perfect OEC (maybe even bigger

) out there just waiting for you. It''s hard waiting though, huh?

 

[Lorelei]

Oh BLAST AJ, but never mind dear, as Grace says, there is a big, fat OEC out there with AJ on it!!!!

Ladies - BTW are truckstop ladies the same as our beloved tuckshop ladies??