roomfulofstars
New Member
I would go for the Lazare. Bigger is not better. What matters is quality.
Advice on diamonds
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I have an EIGHSTAR Round Brilliant at 0.815 carat, Colour E, Clarity VS-1. It comes with GIA Cert + Laser Inscription of "EIGHSTAR SERIAL NUMBERS".
The setting is in a classic tiffany style 6 prong ring (silver).
The ring is not the expensive one, but the diamond is.
Cost price of the diamond is at S$11k directly purchased from Eight Star. This is high quality diamond cut and it is subjectively known to be better than Gabriel or Lazare diamonds.
You can view more at http://www.mocca.com/portal/site/CAS/menuitem.e1d4ecd31452005046c4c2911e1000a0/?vgnextoid=dc0b2ffb2eb91110VgnVCM100000e101000aRCRD&vgnextfmt=clsId%3A126756#
Email me at [email protected] if interested
The setting is in a classic tiffany style 6 prong ring (silver).
The ring is not the expensive one, but the diamond is.
Cost price of the diamond is at S$11k directly purchased from Eight Star. This is high quality diamond cut and it is subjectively known to be better than Gabriel or Lazare diamonds.
You can view more at http://www.mocca.com/portal/site/CAS/menuitem.e1d4ecd31452005046c4c2911e1000a0/?vgnextoid=dc0b2ffb2eb91110VgnVCM100000e101000aRCRD&vgnextfmt=clsId%3A126756#
Email me at [email protected] if interested
cat_in_d_flowers
New Member
Hi,
Came across this forum and would like to share my 2 cents worth. If u r planning to make a diamond purchase at D'meyson, i suggest u go for those wif GIA certs (not even IGI certs).
Recently i almost bought a diamond ring (row of 7 diamonds, each abt 10pts). Its specified as hearts & arrows F color, SIG certified. however when i make a comparison with my other pieces of jewelrey, I realised what they specified as F is actually G color. At first i tot it could be due to their color of the lighting in the showroom, but when they let me view under white light, the difference in color was even more obvious.
i suggest to be more cautious abt SIG certification, this is the gemology arm of meyson, but i'm not sure how well-known or stringent they grade their stones. Labs like GIA & AGS are very strict, if a color is a in-between, they wud usually certify it as the lower color grade.
Although hears & arrows is gd cut, but the tint of yellow is visible under white/normal light, more so for the bigger stones. Since we are spending so much on the purchase, its only right that we are paying for real gd value.
Came across this forum and would like to share my 2 cents worth. If u r planning to make a diamond purchase at D'meyson, i suggest u go for those wif GIA certs (not even IGI certs).
Recently i almost bought a diamond ring (row of 7 diamonds, each abt 10pts). Its specified as hearts & arrows F color, SIG certified. however when i make a comparison with my other pieces of jewelrey, I realised what they specified as F is actually G color. At first i tot it could be due to their color of the lighting in the showroom, but when they let me view under white light, the difference in color was even more obvious.
i suggest to be more cautious abt SIG certification, this is the gemology arm of meyson, but i'm not sure how well-known or stringent they grade their stones. Labs like GIA & AGS are very strict, if a color is a in-between, they wud usually certify it as the lower color grade.
Although hears & arrows is gd cut, but the tint of yellow is visible under white/normal light, more so for the bigger stones. Since we are spending so much on the purchase, its only right that we are paying for real gd value.
mangocrazy29
New Member
Is diamond ring really necessary for proposal?
I guess I like to get some views from people who love diamonds...
http://mangocrazy29.blogspot.com/2007/11/diamonds.html
Cheers
I guess I like to get some views from people who love diamonds...
http://mangocrazy29.blogspot.com/2007/11/diamonds.html
Cheers
Singapore is a good Place to buy jewellery. this is coz the law here is rather strict. Besides, in Singapore, there is CASE (consumer's association) where they would seek redress on your behalf, if u have any greviences eg. over-paying for somethin u bought. if the company is registered LOCALLY, they would have to give u a full refund if found guilty. provided they misrepresented what is written on the receipt/invoice which thay claim the product to be. eg.4Cs. therefore, if they wrote, f colour, vvs1 and it was found not to be the case, u can get a refund.
in woo83fy_woo83fy's case, the diamonds is definately over priced based of the specs. And of cos, it depends on the setting. Is there lots of side diamonds in the design of the ring? is it handmade or patented? this is a few points that may be worth considering.
in woo83fy_woo83fy's case, the diamonds is definately over priced based of the specs. And of cos, it depends on the setting. Is there lots of side diamonds in the design of the ring? is it handmade or patented? this is a few points that may be worth considering.
onestressperson
New Member
Hi all,
Can anyone advice if this is worth buying. I like it on 1st sight after comparing with a few..
GIA cert
0.5carat
vvs1
E
Excellent cut
for the price of 4k inclusive of white gold ring
Can anyone advice if this is worth buying. I like it on 1st sight after comparing with a few..
GIA cert
0.5carat
vvs1
E
Excellent cut
for the price of 4k inclusive of white gold ring
jan4january
New Member
i think the px is reasonable. n try to ask for discounts too, and free engraving service.
blur_sindy
New Member
Hi all,
I looking for a diamond abt 0.3 cut VG colour G VVS2 is it possible to get it less than $1k?
I looking for a diamond abt 0.3 cut VG colour G VVS2 is it possible to get it less than $1k?
hi sindy,
my point of view is if you want just a 0.3, go for a better colour and compromise on clarity. since i think normal people (i mean non-experts) won't be able to differentiate a VS and VVS diamond from naked eye..
if you can lower your criteria to VS, perhaps some places like SK, you can find one less than $1K
my 2 cents worth..happy searching
my point of view is if you want just a 0.3, go for a better colour and compromise on clarity. since i think normal people (i mean non-experts) won't be able to differentiate a VS and VVS diamond from naked eye..
if you can lower your criteria to VS, perhaps some places like SK, you can find one less than $1K
my 2 cents worth..happy searching
Hi Sindy,
Will be quite difficult to get a 0.3 Ct diamond for less than 1K if you want it to be certified according to your specs. I'm assuming you are looking for GIA/AGS/HRD certified diamonds.
To lower the cost of the diamond, you could go for the following specs:
1) Color: F-H
2) Cut: VG
3) Clarity: SI1-SI2
For your information, the naked eye cannot see the inclusions up to SI grade for diamonds less than 1 ct in size.
Following prices from www.bluenile.com (loose diamonds).
1) 0.3ct GIA certified diamond with cut VG, Color F and clarity SI2 is selling for USD 354 to USD 398.
2) 0.3ct GIA certified diamond with cut VG, Color F and clarity VS2 is selling for USD 531 to USD 625.
3) 0.3ct GIA certified diamond with cut VG, Color G and clarity VVS2 is selling for USD 624 to USD 678.
Will be quite difficult to get a 0.3 Ct diamond for less than 1K if you want it to be certified according to your specs. I'm assuming you are looking for GIA/AGS/HRD certified diamonds.
To lower the cost of the diamond, you could go for the following specs:
1) Color: F-H
2) Cut: VG
3) Clarity: SI1-SI2
For your information, the naked eye cannot see the inclusions up to SI grade for diamonds less than 1 ct in size.
Following prices from www.bluenile.com (loose diamonds).
1) 0.3ct GIA certified diamond with cut VG, Color F and clarity SI2 is selling for USD 354 to USD 398.
2) 0.3ct GIA certified diamond with cut VG, Color F and clarity VS2 is selling for USD 531 to USD 625.
3) 0.3ct GIA certified diamond with cut VG, Color G and clarity VVS2 is selling for USD 624 to USD 678.
bluemoon25
New Member
Hi Peter,
Is the web www.bluenile.com reliable ? Have you purchase b4? are they selling real diamond?
Is the web www.bluenile.com reliable ? Have you purchase b4? are they selling real diamond?
livinginsg
New Member
Hi all, appreciate your feedback on the following specs:
GIA cert
0.91 Carat
E colour VS2
Cut Excellent
cost is 8.8K
Comes with 18k white gold classic tiffany setting (4 prong). Cheers!
GIA cert
0.91 Carat
E colour VS2
Cut Excellent
cost is 8.8K
Comes with 18k white gold classic tiffany setting (4 prong). Cheers!
Hi all,
I have a Diamond Ring from LeeHwa for sale, 0.46carats, VS2, E colour. Comes with certifcate. Bought it at $1900, willing to let go at $1600.
Please email me at [email protected]
I have a Diamond Ring from LeeHwa for sale, 0.46carats, VS2, E colour. Comes with certifcate. Bought it at $1900, willing to let go at $1600.
Please email me at [email protected]
hihi... i have a celestial diamond ring and a celestial pendant from GoldHeart for sale for those who want to purchase from their celestial range! Comes with certificate as well.
Total value: $1866
Trade in Value: $1511
Selling at: $1300
By buying from me, you can directly get $211 off when you trade them in for the item you wanted! The full value trade in will be until Aug 2010 so there's plenty of time for u to wait for good promos or jewellery before making your purchase.
Please contact me at 9791 0115 for more details..I can go down to the shop together with you to verify the trade in value before we close the deal.
Thanks alot!
Total value: $1866
Trade in Value: $1511
Selling at: $1300
By buying from me, you can directly get $211 off when you trade them in for the item you wanted! The full value trade in will be until Aug 2010 so there's plenty of time for u to wait for good promos or jewellery before making your purchase.
Please contact me at 9791 0115 for more details..I can go down to the shop together with you to verify the trade in value before we close the deal.
Thanks alot!
wolveriana
New Member
try the Soo Kee Brilliant Rose, my good friend got hers as her proposal ring at 0.42ct, F color, VVS clarity. Saw her ring sparkles like at Girrafe restaurant last night....wow. It looks bigger than a 0.42ct too...think her hubby pay no more than 6K for it...
hi,
i did a bit of research on diamond rings..
as I am more keen to buy a ring from international brands as the cut is much better than the local ones, i ve shortlisted laza** and gabriel**
A 0.53 f vs1 gab* diamond costs $9k+ while a laz* one costs $7k+ for similar size,colour and clarity.. as u can negotiate for a better deal at larry's..you can get the diamond at $6k+ if u succeed in bargaining
in terms of sparkle and brilliance, the sparkles of gab* is better due to the short flashes..but personally i think it is not worth paying $2k+ for this..nonetheless, the gab* is handcut thus for those who prefers something really different can consider gab*
my HTB bought me a 0.6 E VS1 lazare for $7K+...happy*happy*
i did a bit of research on diamond rings..
as I am more keen to buy a ring from international brands as the cut is much better than the local ones, i ve shortlisted laza** and gabriel**
A 0.53 f vs1 gab* diamond costs $9k+ while a laz* one costs $7k+ for similar size,colour and clarity.. as u can negotiate for a better deal at larry's..you can get the diamond at $6k+ if u succeed in bargaining
in terms of sparkle and brilliance, the sparkles of gab* is better due to the short flashes..but personally i think it is not worth paying $2k+ for this..nonetheless, the gab* is handcut thus for those who prefers something really different can consider gab*
my HTB bought me a 0.6 E VS1 lazare for $7K+...happy*happy*
huh, after 1-2 weeks of wearing, not washing it. most will looks the same.
for IF to SI1 (if the flaw is not on the table), u cant see with nake eye...
for color, only the jewelley shop light can see color, normal day light = amost the same
for cut = if you dont wash the diamond for weeks, u will not notice the cut much...it get blur then cant see cut much.
for size = go for a bigger one... try meyson - 1.5ct at less than 10k.... sure look better than 0.5ct with a better cut or color...
try look for irean lim, very helpful - at parkway....
for IF to SI1 (if the flaw is not on the table), u cant see with nake eye...
for color, only the jewelley shop light can see color, normal day light = amost the same
for cut = if you dont wash the diamond for weeks, u will not notice the cut much...it get blur then cant see cut much.
for size = go for a bigger one... try meyson - 1.5ct at less than 10k.... sure look better than 0.5ct with a better cut or color...
try look for irean lim, very helpful - at parkway....
astroboy1977
New Member
Hi all,
how abt the below
Weight: 0.76 carat
Color: H
Clarity: SI2
Cut: Excellent
Polish: Excellent
Symmetry: Excellent
Shape & cut: round brilliant
GIA certified
Roughly how much will it cost??
how abt the below
Weight: 0.76 carat
Color: H
Clarity: SI2
Cut: Excellent
Polish: Excellent
Symmetry: Excellent
Shape & cut: round brilliant
GIA certified
Roughly how much will it cost??
metaltincan
New Member
Looking to sell a Larry certified diamond
0.8C Lazarre Cut
VS1
E Colour
Bought for 12k. Asking for 9K.
Not from failed marriages etc so no bad luck
93266396
0.8C Lazarre Cut
VS1
E Colour
Bought for 12k. Asking for 9K.
Not from failed marriages etc so no bad luck
93266396
Normally Branded and Retail Stores are to make money, just how much money can they make from the sale. Of course if you go branded, expect the price to go branded as well.
The Cut, Clarity, weight and color, the better they are, the price will be much higher and alot of difference. Just remember any ring above $1k ask for certification.
Code, i think you overpay, I have checked with one of my friend who specialized in this. You getting from a branded store is it?
The Cut, Clarity, weight and color, the better they are, the price will be much higher and alot of difference. Just remember any ring above $1k ask for certification.
Code, i think you overpay, I have checked with one of my friend who specialized in this. You getting from a branded store is it?
martellred
New Member
any kind soul can advise me which ring i could get if my budget is 1.5k?
martellred
New Member
no leh.. juz dun wish to be mr robert..
martellred
New Member
wat is most important in selecting a diamond? cut? clarity? colour? can someone tell me which is most important den follow down.. tia
martellred
New Member
oki.. can.. den i know wat to look for le.. thanks
martellred
New Member
anyone heard from tis web http://www.jamesallen.com isit safe to order from them?
Amos >> I vaguely remember seeing this website on other forums but I think the more common ones are vivodiamonds, bluenile and whiteflash.. =) Online diamonds are priced more reasonably than retail shops like LH/SK because they actually infalte their diamonds by around 70% (read from some other forums)
BTW, to me, the cut is also the most important but u have to keep in mind that the depth and other stats of the diamond also affects the brilliance of the diamond.. =)
Ultimately, I think first u need to think of budget then from there you can place the others in ranking of importance like the carat size, the brand name, the cut, the colour, the certificate etc.. But if ur budget is very high or unlimited then of course u can look at the other factors first, ignoring budget.. =)
BTW, to me, the cut is also the most important but u have to keep in mind that the depth and other stats of the diamond also affects the brilliance of the diamond.. =)
Ultimately, I think first u need to think of budget then from there you can place the others in ranking of importance like the carat size, the brand name, the cut, the colour, the certificate etc.. But if ur budget is very high or unlimited then of course u can look at the other factors first, ignoring budget.. =)
martellred
New Member
hi.. would like to ask whether can i buy the diamond from oversea and get the setting done in singapore? if yes, where can i get it done?
Amos >> I got a fren who got his diamond from whiteflash and set it @ Josi Gems (Park Mall)..
I've also been to a place called Yuen Tung (Wah Kee) Gems & Jewellery @ Tiong Bahru to look see.. They do setting and also sell wholesale diamonds that are GIA certified.. There is another forum where pple have talked abt them.. U can have a look..
I've also been to a place called Yuen Tung (Wah Kee) Gems & Jewellery @ Tiong Bahru to look see.. They do setting and also sell wholesale diamonds that are GIA certified.. There is another forum where pple have talked abt them.. U can have a look..
martellred
New Member
dinoe==> can u pm me the add? cos i know u cant list it in here..
