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I know this has been discussed here before but the search is borked... And the PH hive mind is never wrong. And I need a diamond and some metal to hold onto it with.
Is there a certification scheme that is better respected than others? And is it worth paying extra for that?
Probably going to see a chap in Hatton Garden with the OH to get sorted out, but any advice is welcome
Is there a certification scheme that is better respected than others? And is it worth paying extra for that?
Probably going to see a chap in Hatton Garden with the OH to get sorted out, but any advice is welcome
Speak with Nightmare (Howard) on here http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/profile.asp?mem...
He sourced me a lovely loose stone, great guy to deal with as well.
He sourced me a lovely loose stone, great guy to deal with as well.
I've just gone through the buying process and ended up going for a GIA triple excellent. I used the Holloway cut advisor while I was weighing up options and was more than happy with the diamond once I saw it.
It seemed to be between AGS or GIA in terms of certification on most of the sites I came across, with AGS being arguably tighter on the top cut ratings, ie not all GIA excellent cuts would make the AGS Ideal rating.
It seemed to be between AGS or GIA in terms of certification on most of the sites I came across, with AGS being arguably tighter on the top cut ratings, ie not all GIA excellent cuts would make the AGS Ideal rating.
Basil Brush said:
I've just gone through the buying process and ended up going for a GIA triple excellent. I used the Holloway cut advisor while I was weighing up options and was more than happy with the diamond once I saw it.
It seemed to be between AGS or GIA in terms of certification on most of the sites I came across, with AGS being arguably tighter on the top cut ratings, ie not all GIA excellent cuts would make the AGS Ideal rating.
I don't think so.It seemed to be between AGS or GIA in terms of certification on most of the sites I came across, with AGS being arguably tighter on the top cut ratings, ie not all GIA excellent cuts would make the AGS Ideal rating.
AGS is a 'standard' for jewellers.
IDC / GIA are the standards for gemmologists.
Adrian W said:
Markp13 said:
2) Dominic Hackett is most definetly the man to speak to. I picked an engagement ring up from him last year and he's pricing up wedding bands just now. 020 7831 1155 or 07770 888353.
Seconded, you will be pushed to do better,Watches, engagement ring made to a design we found and the perfect stone sought and offered with other options, wedding bands . . If he sold houses we'd probably go there too !
Mobile Chicane said:
Basil Brush said:
I've just gone through the buying process and ended up going for a GIA triple excellent. I used the Holloway cut advisor while I was weighing up options and was more than happy with the diamond once I saw it.
It seemed to be between AGS or GIA in terms of certification on most of the sites I came across, with AGS being arguably tighter on the top cut ratings, ie not all GIA excellent cuts would make the AGS Ideal rating.
I don't think so.It seemed to be between AGS or GIA in terms of certification on most of the sites I came across, with AGS being arguably tighter on the top cut ratings, ie not all GIA excellent cuts would make the AGS Ideal rating.
AGS is a 'standard' for jewellers.
IDC / GIA are the standards for gemmologists.
I would highly recommend going to see a chap called Paul Sitton at quality diamonds in hatton garden. I am very particular and he sourced me a 'perfect' in every way, GIA certified radiant cut diamond last year which would have cost alot more in other shops (even in hatton garden). I just bought the stone from him and had it set at my local jeweller to my own design although they offer a setting service too. The finished article in a high street jeweller would cost double what I paid. Paul offers advice about what you are buying and doesn't give you the salesman pressure as he knows he is cheapest. He will find exactly what you want.
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