It's from 1938- white gold VSI 1, color G, 1.01 carat - for $ 10,000.00
2006-09-08 17:40:37 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
More info is needed to tell for sure. You didn't say the cut of the diamond, if it's a solitaire, has side stones, engraving on the band, etc... It sounds a little outrageous for a 1.01CT, G color diamond, but there are other factors that would justify the price, like if it was a Tiffany & Co. ring with the stamp to prove it.
If it has an appraisal certificate, ask to see it and contact the jeweler who did the report. Find out if he/she is a licensed and certified gemologist. If there is no report, or you can't contact the appraiser, then ask to take it to an independant jeweler. You will probably have to give the store a credit card number for insurance, and it may cost you a couple hundred dollars at the appraiser's, but it would be worth it.
If you found it on line, then make sure it comes with a full gem report. A certification gives you the certainty that this ring is worth the asking price. If it doesn't include one, either contact the store/seller and ask that they get one, or look else where. You should never buy an expensive ring without a gem report.
2006-09-09 04:52:58 · answer #1 · answered by welches_grape_jelly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with other responses that 10 grand for a 1 carat ring sounds a bit too much. I have a modest, yet stunning laser beam of light for an engagement ring, and I can say this: It's a .51 ct., G color, SI 1, Princess cut diamond ring. It's set in white 14 karat gold with a row of pave diamonds down the shoulders. My husband purchased the engagement ring for roughly $ 1,500- 1,600. The diamond is certified, and the certificate says it was certified by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). I think the asking price for the engagement ring in question is ludicrous, even though it's a vintage ring. You have every reason to be doubtful on the ring's value. I hope my answer helps. My ring was purchased in 2003- it's not a vintage ring, although the style is vintage-inspired. Please keep in mind that you, I, nor a jeweler are not qualified to estimate the 4 C's of your diamond. Demand a CERTIFICATE from the 4 major INDEPENDENT GEMOLOGICAL INSTITUTES of the world. A mere APPRAISAL is no substitute; as the appraiser is not a qualified gemologist either. Get your hard-earned money's worth. Good luck.
2006-09-09 01:24:45 · answer #2 · answered by Suz E. Home BAKER 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Very overpriced!
If it were a perfect diamond, maybe. But it isn't even close to a colorless diamond, or a flawless diamond.
I have a ring that has a main stone of 1.14 carat, VSI 1, G color that was appraised by an independent jeweler for just under 5k.
Check out www.bluenile.com for price comparisons.
2006-09-10 10:21:56 · answer #3 · answered by sammie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That sounds a little expensive. Although the quality is good, the color, and the size isn't worth $10,000.00. I would look around a little more. What kind of cut is it? Is it a solitaire or is the 1.01 carats because of several stones put together? Good Luck
2006-09-09 12:11:33 · answer #4 · answered by **hope/faith**1744 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My engagement ring is from the 1930's as well.(But my man didn't buy it, it was his great grandmothers.) It is white gold and carat size is .53 It was appraised in excelent condition, but only for $2,000. So, I'd have to say, yours is a little over priced. If you want to get a good sized ring go to a jewelers. THey can give you guarantees and warranties that you can't get with an old ring. But good luck to you.
2006-09-09 09:19:48 · answer #5 · answered by B.Roe 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are totally crazy, I can't believe that you would waste that amount of money on an engagement ring and for a woman to accept such an expensive ring tells you exactly what she's about. The cost of an engagement ring is trivial, marriage is about deep love and commitment and NOT about the price of a ring. If I were you I would look for a lady who isn't impressed by such trivialities.
2006-09-09 02:18:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have it appraised by an independent jeweler. Then you will know the true value of the ring. $10,000 sounds like a lot for a 1 carat ring to me.
2006-09-09 01:04:03 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
In my opinion, no it isn't a good deal. $10,000 is way too much to pay for a ring. I don't know if white gold has a value or not. But if you have enough money then go ahead, but I'd ask a jeweler first before you buy the ring.
2006-09-09 00:55:06 · answer #8 · answered by midnightwolf99_2000 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i don't care how old it is but a ring of that quality and size is worth half that. if it was 2 and half carat, i'd say go for it
2006-09-09 08:36:45 · answer #9 · answered by sweet serinity 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for it.
2006-09-09 00:47:08 · answer #10 · answered by Pantherempress 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋