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[rmackay]

Hello,

Just found this site. Great stuff!!

Here is my question. I have read lots of material presented here and saw the diagrams of what depth is too shallow or too deep for a round diamond. Is there an ideal Table and Depth % value that is considered ideal on a round diamond? What is the range to look for?

Thanks in advance!

In case anyone is a dealer, I am looking for a 1-1.5 ct round diamond and would, of course, like to get as much for my money as possible in terms of the quality and brilliance of the diamond itself.

[rmackay]

wow.. nevermind..

I found this link in another post.

[url="http://www.diamond.info/diamonds/diamonds_4cs_cut5.shtml"][url]http://www.diamond.info/diamonds/diamonds_4cs_cut5.shtml[/url][/url]

[jan]

Where many fail on the purchasing a diamond via sight unseen, a diamond can't be justified by a few numbers on a piece of paper. You have to *see* the diamonds. External measurements won't tell you how bright a diamond is. There are many ways to cut a beautiful diamond. Here is some other info that may help.

http://www.diamondbrokersoffl.com/why-the-...-not-work-2.htm


http://www.diamondbrokersoffl.com/why-the-...es-not-work.htm

[rmackay]

no offense, but I find it funny that you mention that you have to *see* a diamond, yet you have a link to a place that sells them over the internet. sorta ironic isn't it?

Thanks for the links though. Every bit of information helps.

[Urlik]

She is right though. You need to have some experience looking at gems. That way if you do order online and it fails to meet your expectations, you know to return it (you did buy online from an online source with a good return policy I hope).

[barry]

Some Internet Vendors are using technologies that allow you to "see" the diamond. It is still a good idea to physically look at stones and correlate that to the "numbers" you've been reading about on internet tutorials and websites.

[denverappraiser]

rmackay, on Feb 9 2005, 02:07 PM, said:

no offense, but I find it funny that you mention that you have to *see* a diamond, yet you have a link to a place that sells them over the internet. sorta ironic isn't it?

Thanks for the links though. Every bit of information helps.

Most of the internet diamond vendors, including both Jan and barry, will allow you to examine the stone before you make your final decision to buy. Pretty much every customer takes them up on it. If you are uncomfortable with your grading or valuing skills, they encourage the use of an independent appraiser and will allow you to undo the deal for any reason you wish within some reasonable time frame (which varies from dealer to dealer). In practice, you can get advice from your neighbor, your astrologer or any other source that will help you to make a decision that you’re comfortable with. This also allows you the opportunity to see the stone in the environment where you are most likely to spend your time. Lighting conditions can have a profound affect on the appearance of diamonds and jewelry stores may not have the same lighting as your home or office.

Many people find that this new business approach allows them to offer an excellent value for a substantial savings, even when you include the shipping and the fees from both the appraiser and the astrologer.

Neil Beaty
GG(GIA) ISA NAJA

[barry]

Neil;

Is there an extra fee for an astrology based appraisal?