1. Cash for your diamond: GIA Certified 2.78ct. J, VVS1, Round brilliant cut diamond

    December 15, 2011 by Felix León

    GIA Certificate

     

    Diamond: GIA Certified 2.78ct. J, VVS1, Round brilliant cut diamond.

    Sold: $24,000

    Pros: The table  is 9.41mm x 9.56mm which is almost the same table size as a 3.25ct. round diamond.

    Cons:  The cut grade is good,  the polish is good,  the symmetry  is very good but I’m looking for at least 1 “excellent” rating and two “very goods” ratings.  When the table measures larger then the norm you want to be sure the diamond doesnt loose any brilliancy.    ”J” color means and confirmed by looking at the diamond that there is a strong tint of yellow.  The fluorescence  ”very strong blue” rating helps lighten the J color but not enough.  The diamond would need to be more yellow for the blue fluorescence to take effect.

    Notes:   Best offer I received here in the states was $20,000. The best market for this type of diamond is in Asia specifically India and China.  I sent it to Shanghai and was able to broker a deal for $24,000.

    Cash for diamonds.  Hit me up if you want to sell your rock.

     

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  2. GIA Certificate Break Down – 1.03ct. F VS2 Round Brilliant Cut Diamond

    December 10, 2011 by Felix León

    GIA 1.03ct. F VS2 Round Brilliant Cut

    Diamond:  GIA Certified 1.03ct. F VS2 Round Brilliant Cut

    Cost: $7,200

     

    Looking at this diamond there are a few things that jump out at me. I love the color F rating, the VS2  clarity but its the dimensions and the fluorescence that can be of concern.
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  3. Harry Winston Inspired Platinum Cushion Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring

    December 6, 2011 by Felix León

     

    Diamond:  GIA certified 1.7ct.  G VS2 Cushion cut diamond

    Setting:  Platinum halo engagement ring

    Total Cost: $15,900

    I Just finished this beautiful Harry Winston inspired halo engagement ring for a customer.  Im not the greatest photographer and admittedly I had to Photoshop the lights and darks to get these pics presentable.  Im insecure about it because the pictures, to me, don’t do the actual piece justice.  The ring in person really sparkles and my customer lost his mind when he saw it.  So heres the story…..

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  4. GIA Certified 1.80ct. Square Cushion Cut Diamond F / VS2

    November 24, 2011 by Felix León

    GIA Certificate

    Cost: $18,100
    Status : Available

    Its amazing how a little bit of marketing can take a not so popular cut diamond and turn it into the hottest selling diamond for the past 3 years. Harry Winston’s Halo cushion cut diamond ring has set the market on fire and its tough trying to get a good deal on these stones now a days. And, I am all about getting and giving good deals! Its what im passionate about and why I started this blog. So lets take a look at this beautiful cushion cut diamond that landed on my desk the other day.   (more…)

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