Unlike other normal purchases, obtaining a diamond jewelry involves much emotion and ambiguity.
"Education may be the most important factor when individuals think of purchasing a piece of diamond jewelry," says the spokesman of World Diamond Council, Carson Glover. "It is far better to look for another option if the assurances that you need are not obtainable."
You will know the quality of a diamond by its carat, color, clarity and cut. Of the four C's, cut and clarity are the most misconstrued, as mentioned by Antoinette Matlins, gemologist and writer of Engagement and Wedding Rings. A good number of people do not really understand that the cut affects the beauty of a diamond the most and they think clarity is what creates glitter and radiance.
The essential elements are the angle of the top and bottom portions, the shape of the cut, the polish and symmetry.. To compare, things that impact clarity include "inclusions" which are internal flaws such as crystals and carbon or by external scratches and defects, according to Naples, Fla. jeweler Anthony Verderamo.When picking out a jeweler, find somebody who has a training on gemology. If at all likely, let it be someone who can also do some settings and repairs.
That may be an issue when buying through the net. When you buy from a diamond jeweler over the internet and ask them to install or service it, some could charge higher, according to Martin Fuller, a master gemologist appraiser:"They are taking on responsibility and risk for setting it even though they make no profit from the diamond."
Jewelers should be pleased by just creating the setting since there's much competition in the diamond business, according to Verderamo, proprietor of Anthony Verderamo Goldsmith.
Tips for Diamond Shopping
Once you have found your dream diamond, be sure to take steps for its protection:
•Be sure that a certification by the Gemological Institute for America is in place. Ask from your jeweler a lab report from the GIA guaranteeing that the stone has not gone through any treatment and describing its four C's. American Gem Society lab is also well-reputed although GIA is the best-known lab as it created the diamond grading system.
•Make certain that the jewelry store presented a receipt that shows all the representations.
•A suggestion from Verderamo to ensure it is your diamond is to have the serial number lasered onto the wide part of the stone. So you know your diamond, he also endorses learning to use a jeweler's loupe.
•If you are extra careful, getting an independent appraisal may also be regarded to verify the lab report especially for a valuable stone. You can get in touch with an appraiser through the help of the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers and the American Society of Appraisers. If you made the diamond puchase online, get it shipped directly to you preferred appraiser to ensure that the stone meets the specifications prior to closing the deal.Per hour, appraisers generally bill $100 to $300.
•Rather than shop credit, request for a 30-day guarantee for return of the item for cash. But if the item is tailor-made for you, don't expect to return it.
