Upgrading center stone

[jwer9404]

Can anyone give me info on upgrading my center stone? I currently have a 1.09 Round Brilliant (i''m pretty sure it''s a F/VS2..I don''t have the info with me) with two .25 rounds on either side. I would like to upgrade my center stone to a 1.65 or larger stone. Does anyone know if jewelers will give us a credit for the current stone and apply it to the new stone?

Oh, we''re from the Boston area, so if anyone can recommend a jeweler that would be great.

Thanks!

 

[moremoremore]

unfortunately, only your original jeweler MAY give you 100% on the center stone (chances are slimmer for sides) towards a trade in. You'd have to check their policy. Otherwise, prepare for a shocker! The hit will be pretty substantial. It may be cheaper to sell outright on this forum or ebay (e/t I'd be SUPER careful of ebay...and when all those scams out there...even your 'good' deal will look high...compared to those 2carat stone for $1.00!) .... But you never know, if you find a jeweler who has the stone you want in stock, and your stone is sellable, you might do ok! Start calling around your area! Best of luck!

 

[limey]

Local jewelers offered me wholesale for a marquise diamond when I considered part exchanging that for a new ring I was buying. This may be what you'll hear.