Trusting a Jeweler with my new Whiteflash Diamond

[nitsuj]

I got my diamond in the mail today, I am way impressed. It sparkles so pretty, see this thread:

The rock

Now, I know some jewelers will be apalled that I''m even asking this, but I must.

I know of my jewelers business, but now that I actually have something so small worth a lot to me, how do I know someone at the jewelers isn''t going to put in a less valuable diamond into the setting? There might be 6 different people working and I don''t know any of them. This is really a general thing because I know a lot of people are buying over the internet and taking to local shops or shipping away. Not all diamonds are inscribed, so what actions would the super precautious person take to make him or her sleep easier?

I mean, I couldn''t really tell if the gem was a couple 1/10s off or one or two colors down unless I had them side by side. (or could I?) Heck, I was looking at CZ rings the other day and thought they were diamonds sparkling!

 

[mrssalvo]

you can do a search and a bunch of old threads will pop up. Honestly though, if you are going to a well respected jeweler they have a lot more to lose, like their business and jail time for swapping your diamond than they would have to gain by stealing it. The best thing you can do is learn to know your diamond. Be able to recognize inclusions. You can even get the girdle inscribed so you''ll always be able to know it''s yours. Your jeweler can help you learn how to identify it when you take it in and will help you when you''re picking it up. Congrats on your new sparlie

 

[orbaya]

I know that this doesn''t answer your question but I saw you''re going to a jewelry store in Williamsport. My grandparents lived in Montoursiville, which is right there isn''t it? My aunt and grandmother live in Lewisburg...isn''t there a Marc Williams there? If so, I''ve been in and my ALL of my aunts jewelry comes from there and she has had stuff custom made. Their pieces are beautiful!

As far as your concern about switching out your diamond, a jeweler isn''t going to chance ruining his reputation for a single stone that isn''t worth mucho bucks. I wouldn''t worry too much about it. If you have inclusions that you can see with a loupe, know where those are for piece of mind.

I can''t wait to see the finished product!

 

[nitsuj]

Hey there,

I am actually going to Marc Williams! However, it will be changing hands a couple of times before it gets there. I trust the people I''ve worked with so far, it just hit me all the sudden that I''m about to say goodbye to this little thing.

I also thought that it wouldn''t be worth it for a jeweler unless they did this kind of thing often, but in my home town about 10 years ago a jeweler was arrested for swapping diamonds. I suppose their business was about shot anyhow though.

Thanks for the advice. I did try to search, but didn''t find anything, but probably didn''t use the right terms.

 

[jaz464]

Yes, look at your inclusions before dropping it off and check again when you pick it up. Ask to use the jeweler''s microscope, which may be stronger and easier to identify your diamond with.

Have you made sure that your jeweler is going to take full financial responsibilty for your diamond while he has it and is setting it?

 

[Garysax]

If you''re worried, appraise before and after. They will not get it past an expert. I''m working with Dave Atlas''s company who appraises before and after the ring is made for the same fee--I strongly suggest submitting the stone loose and then in a ring afterwards if you''re really concerned about getting the switch.

Though it''s highly, highly unlikely he would do that to you.

 

[nitsuj]

I think I will go the appraisal route.

I'm not worried about the jeweler in so much as I am worried about rogue employee that pops up from time to time.

I also realize that I'm not dealing with some 30,000 VVS2 3 ct diamond here.

Thanks you've all been helpful. Hopefully my next posts will be design questions!

I cannot stop looking at this diamond. I can't wait to see it under the light in the shop. Perhaps it is me staring at my salary going out the window, after all, in two weeks citibank will whisp the money out of my checking...

 

[Garysax]

Date: 2/1/2006 12:03:36 AM
Author: nitsuj
I think I will go the appraisal route.


I''m not worried about the jeweler in so much as I am worried about rogue employee that pops up from time to time.


I also realize that I''m not dealing with some 30,000 VVS2 3 ct diamond here.


Thanks you''ve all been helpful. Hopefully my next posts will be design questions!


I cannot stop looking at this diamond. I can''t wait to see it under the light in the shop. Perhaps it is me staring at my salary going out the window, after all, in two weeks citibank will whisp the money out of my checking...

Know exactly what you mean. I''m a PHD student so this is a huge amount of money. 2 months salary my ***.

But think of it this way; at least when you look at that diamond you''re PROUD of what your money bought. I always think of the alternative; buying an absurdly low quality diamond at the mall or something for the same price. That always makes me feel better. And just image how your intended will feel when she gets it, that should make it worth it.

 

[Modified Brilliant]

Date: 1/31/2006 11:18:56 PM
Author:nitsuj
I got my diamond in the mail today, I am way impressed. It sparkles so pretty, see this thread:

The rock

Now, I know some jewelers will be apalled that I''m even asking this, but I must.

I know of my jewelers business, but now that I actually have something so small worth a lot to me, how do I know someone at the jewelers isn''t going to put in a less valuable diamond into the setting? There might be 6 different people working and I don''t know any of them. This is really a general thing because I know a lot of people are buying over the internet and taking to local shops or shipping away. Not all diamonds are inscribed, so what actions would the super precautious person take to make him or her sleep easier?

I mean, I couldn''t really tell if the gem was a couple 1/10s off or one or two colors down unless I had them side by side. (or could I?) Heck, I was looking at CZ rings the other day and thought they were diamonds sparkling!

Unfortunately when the media does "investigative" reporting on the very very few "bad apples" in our industry, everyone suffers. Put your mind at ease knowing that unscrupulous behavior is NOT commonplace in our industry. It is an industry built on trust and honesty. At the very least, know the diameter measurements of your diamond and any indentifying characteristics.

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