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Top Mistakes When Buying A Diamond

If you are shopping around for a diamond, you need to be extremely careful. Firstly, you need to avoid any risks such as over paying for a diamond or buying a fake. This is why it is so important to make a decision based on lengthy researches and getting expert help if needed. When you buy a diamond you are making a serious investment and you need to protect this investment.

Good research is important

Before you actually go to buy your diamond, carefully research the topic. Online you will find thousands of reliable resources, where you can read about anything you want to know regarding diamonds. If you are still not sure whether or not you can make a good buying decision, you can get professional help from a jeweler. Invest quality time in research and you will be able to get the best value for your money. Especially if you do not have good experience in the field of buying diamonds or jewelry in general, you should be extra careful from where you buy diamonds…

Too good to be true…

You will come cross so many online ads saying they sell diamonds 50% off, or 30% off, or offering special deals. You need to know that diamonds do not depreciate over time and they represent a recession proof investment. Therefore, getting diamonds at half their real value is impossible. Fake advertising can also lead you to buy fake diamonds (or “synthetic” diamonds made in the lab), other high polished cheaper gemstones, and so on.

Also, there is a huge difference between an appraisal and a real market value. A jeweler can appraise a ring at $6,000, but you won’t be able to sell it for more ta $4,500 (its real market value). Yet another common type of false advertising is what is called a “clarity enhanced” diamond. Yes, you might buy such a clarity enhanced diamond for cheap, but you should know jewelers can use special “filing” techniques to make the diamond look particularly clear. Over time, the filling can come out, and you are left with nothing more than a shattered , chipped diamond that is not clear and not as valuable as the price you paid for it. Be very careful with such advertisements, and stay away from bargains. Diamonds are expensive because they are rare, so do not expect to buy a 3 carat ring at $3,000.

Diamond certification

Never buy a diamond that does not come with a genuine certification such as one offered by the GIA (Gemological Institute of America). These certifications represent your proof that the diamond is genuine, and it will display several features such as its clarity, color, cut and other such important features. With this certification, your investment is extremely secure. Without it, you might not even be able to sell your diamond in the future.

Make sure to keep all this information in mind when you are searching to buy diamonds. Make a well informed decision and reach out to experts whenever you are not sure about things.

 

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Greg F.

Buffalo, NY

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Items Sold 0.9 Carat Diamond
Amount Recieved $3,680+

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Atlanta, GA

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Items Sold 3 carat oval
Amount Recieved $17,000+

David G.

St. Augustine, FL

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Items Sold 5.06 Round L SI1
Amount Recieved $38,000+

Bob A.

Fort Wayne, IN

Thanks for all your help in selling the large diamonds for us. You were most fair, proficient, and knowledgeable....

Items Sold 5.33 Round and 2.52 Round
Amount Recieved $55,500+

Babs M.

Akron, OH

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Items Sold 1.70 carat round diamond
Amount Recieved $5,500+

Carrie H.

Florida

I am beyond thrilled at how quick and easy it was to sell my diamonds to you. At first, I was hesitant because DBI was an online site, but I read many great reviews about your company. You were great with communication and I never felt like I didn't know what was happening. My estimate was fair and payment was very fast. Thank you so much for the positive experience.

Items Sold Diamond studs and Pendant
Amount Recieved $6,500+

Dave M.

Nashville, TN

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Items Sold Diamond Pendant
Amount Recieved $4,000+

Martha B.

Newark, NJ

Diamond Buyers International did a great job talking to me about what I had and what it was worth. They gave me a price I was very happy with, and I recommend them to anyone looking to get some cash for their old diamonds!

Items Sold Assorted diamond jewelry from grandmother’s collection
Amount Recieved $2,300+

Terri S.

Bridgewater, MA

After having been highly skeptical about using an on-line vendor for such a personal transaction, I cannot say enough positive things about my experience with Diamond Buyers International! The representative I dealt with, Demitri , was extremely honest, knowledgeable and most pleasant to work with. I truly felt as though he was with me every step of the way and was always transparent with information, increasingly earning my trust with each level of the process. Every inquiry I had along the way was met with an immediate response and reassurance. After receiving the initial inquiry quote, Diamond Buyers sent me a pre-paid fed ex package and received my items the next day. Upon receipt the certified inspection process from their experts and offer were completed within 24 hours. Having access to a DBI on-line account made it possible for me to track the shipment of my merchandise and each stage of the transaction. In conclusion, I am very happy with my business transaction with Diamond Buyers International and would enthusiastically recommend this company to any of my friends and family.

Items Sold .88 Round Diamond Ring
Amount Recieved $1,675+

Jennifer A.

Little Rock, AR

Diamond Buyers International made it very fast and easy to sell my diamond ring after my divorce. And I got a much better price from them than I did at the local jewelry store where I got it appraised!

Items Sold 2 Carat Cushion Wedding Ring
Amount Recieved $12,000+

Lynne C.

Amherst. MA

Just want you to know that it was a pleasure doing business with you. Your offer on my ring was higher than anyone elses and the speed of the transaction was absolutely amazing! Thanks again, Lynne C.

Items Sold 1.44ct. Round Diamond Engagement Ring
Amount Recieved $4,500+

Tarah A.

Oklahoma

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Items Sold 1.76 Round G SI1
Amount Recieved $9,250+
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