Can a consumer send a stone to the GIA for a cert or does it have to done through a jeweler?
Can I demount (or unmount, what is the proper term?) a stone myself (if I'm very, very careful) or is this a stupid thing to attempt?
If a consumer can send the stone to the GIA, how do you ship and insure it? Is this a dumb thing to attempt?
I know the resale price on a stone is less than the retail price. Is the expense of getting a GIA cert and laser inscription or ID number worth it or would the expense negate the profit margin?
This is an approx. 1.10 carat emerald shape stone of I think approx e-f color and VS 1 or VS 2 that my parents bought back in the mid 50's.
Are the 2 baugettes worth removing also? It's a platinum setting and band. Are they worth much as scrap? Is the whole ring and band worth more as is or breaking apart?
Thanks for your time and expertise.
Gar
Can I demount (or unmount, what is the proper term?) a stone myself (if I'm very, very careful) or is this a stupid thing to attempt?
If a consumer can send the stone to the GIA, how do you ship and insure it? Is this a dumb thing to attempt?
I know the resale price on a stone is less than the retail price. Is the expense of getting a GIA cert and laser inscription or ID number worth it or would the expense negate the profit margin?
This is an approx. 1.10 carat emerald shape stone of I think approx e-f color and VS 1 or VS 2 that my parents bought back in the mid 50's.
Are the 2 baugettes worth removing also? It's a platinum setting and band. Are they worth much as scrap? Is the whole ring and band worth more as is or breaking apart?
Thanks for your time and expertise.
Gar
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