Sold Gorgeous Chatham Alexandrite Platinum Diamond Ring

[pearaffair]

SOLD! Chatham Alexandrite and F Lab Diamond Melee in Platinum Size 5 | Loupe Troop

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[pearaffair]

Considering offers and/or advice! Maybe this ring would do better on diamondbistro? If I have to price much lower I might as well just keep it. :/

 

[Elizabeth35]

Many people are not familiar with Chatham alexandrite and probably don't realize how much it would cost to replicate this ring, especially in a platinum Stuller setting.
Here's what I would do if I was listing it:

-Spend some time getting really clear photos in different types of lighting. I think alexandrite is really tricky to photograph!
-if you could find a link to the Stuller setting (or similar) it would help people understand the value of a platinum Stuller setting.
-if possible link to a similar 6mm Chatham alexandrite for cost comparison and I would include some general info about Chatham alexandrite vs. 'real' alexandrite. Or a link to another ring, like this:

Alexandrite Ring

Emerald by day. Ruby by night. Alexandrites are a rare variety of the mineral chrysoberyl that changes color from bluish-green in daylight to purplish-red in incandescent light. Chatham is thrilled to make this rare gem available for people who have always wanted one at a more affordable price...

www.chatham.com

Just my 2 cents---I think Alexandrite is an under appreciated gemstone! It's hard to find and it will probably take you a little longer to find the right buyer, so be patient.

 

[pearaffair]

Many people are not familiar with Chatham alexandrite and probably don't realize how much it would cost to replicate this ring, especially in a platinum Stuller setting.
Here's what I would do if I was listing it:

-Spend some time getting really clear photos in different types of lighting. I think alexandrite is really tricky to photograph!
-if you could find a link to the Stuller setting (or similar) it would help people understand the value of a platinum Stuller setting.
-if possible link to a similar 6mm Chatham alexandrite for cost comparison and I would include some general info about Chatham alexandrite vs. 'real' alexandrite. Or a link to another ring, like this:

Alexandrite Ring

Emerald by day. Ruby by night. Alexandrites are a rare variety of the mineral chrysoberyl that changes color from bluish-green in daylight to purplish-red in incandescent light. Chatham is thrilled to make this rare gem available for people who have always wanted one at a more affordable price...

www.chatham.com

Just my 2 cents---I think Alexandrite is an under appreciated gemstone! It's hard to find and it will probably take you a little longer to find the right buyer, so be patient.

Thank you so much for taking the time to give me some advice! I really appreciate it and I will do as you suggested

 

[PreRaphaelite]

I’m not in the market but I just had to stop to say what a gorgeous ring this is! Both the center stone and the setting. Just beautiful!

 

[pearaffair]

I’m not in the market but I just had to stop to say what a gorgeous ring this is! Both the center stone and the setting. Just beautiful!

That’s very kind of you to say

And I’m inclined to agree! Haha it’s an utterly gorgeous ring, but since making it I have learned that my lifestyle doesn’t have a big call for fancy RHRs. Not that that should stop me...

I’m going to work on taking better pics of the alexandrite. It’s such a cool stone.

 

[MMtwo]

Absolutely gorgeous. I want an Alexandrite so much - but I am bling banned ATM

 

[minousbijoux]

@pearaffair: I know I'm preaching to the choir, because you are already planning on taking more pics, but I bet if you had photos showing the two colorways at their best, it would sell in a heartbeat. After all, showing awesome colorways is one of the reasons that someone would choose a Chatham alex over a real one (that and of course, cost). Good luck!

 

[pearaffair]

Absolutely gorgeous. I want an Alexandrite so much - but I am bling banned ATM

Oh hi, I didn’t see you on Ban Island, but it’s a big place with so many sparkly rocks, I suppose I got distracted. *waves hello*

Lol

 

[pearaffair]

@pearaffair: I know I'm preaching to the choir, because you are already planning on taking more pics, but I bet if you had photos showing the two colorways at their best, it would sell in a heartbeat. After all, showing awesome colorways is one of the reasons that someone would choose a Chatham alex over a real one (that and of course, cost). Good luck!

Thank you for the luck and the good advice! When you say “colorways” does that mean to showcase the colour change aspect?

And I totally need to improve my photos! With a new baby my photo skills have leaned more towards “fast” than “professional” haha.

 

[pearaffair]

I thank everyone for their kind advice they shared with me and I will be mindful of it for future... but this ring is now sold