Probably an expert question all opinions welcome - Cartier Ring

[crayolablue]

Hi,

I have this 70''s Cartier ring,stunning really,

I contacted Cartier, and it will cost several hundred dollars to get it re-evaluated and appraised, and summarily re-polished etc, My question is is this worth it>? The local jeweler whom has significant experience with luxury items, said he can give and accurate appraisal for much less. The piece needs some minor work, tightening the shank so the baguettes don''t become any looser; they are slightly loose. Other than that it is pristine, Any suggestions?

I see teh advantage of Cartier to be:
Certified work by the BEST craftsman
a New cartier certificate
The best polishing etc possible
all at an extreme premium. I am curious the age of the peice adds value, but only to the trained eye, would this be worth it> Thanks So much

 

[crayolablue]

Bump

 

[mrssalvo]

I''d pay the extra and have Cartier do it.

 

[widget]

Assuming that the piece is of some value, I'd have Cartier do it. Cartier certificate/paperwork is in itself of some value in the resale market.

Can we see a picture?

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[:)]

I thought you had decided to get Richard Sherwood to evaluate it?

 

[RockDoc]

Besides the valuation, there is the authentication issue with a branded and marked piece.

I would assume this is standard with Cartier''s service. A local appraiser may or may not be qualfied to authenticate the item.

That has some benefit too if included with the appraisal there is a reliabable authentication document included.

Rockdoc

 

[crayolablue]

Yes, that was the plan. Well worth it, and insurance willbe aloot less of a hassle with teh cartier documents

 

[Mara]

pay the extra and have cartier do it.

 

[luvsdiamonds]

I agree with Mara and the others.