Question about pricing and sizing for art deco diamond bracelet

[springsparkle]

I came across a ~4.5ctw art deco old European cut diamond and platinum line bracelet for $4000. H/I and VS-SI1 diamonds. It is from a reputable dealer with an authenticity guarantee and return policy.

This is the style of bracelet (sample pic, not the actual bracelet). Does this sound like a fair deal?

Also, is it fairly easy for a jeweler to size down a bracelet of this style?

Thank you!

 

[Ally66]

It's a beautiful style! And OECs I think it's wonderfully wearable for any, and no, occasion!

My two cents' worth -- and too many words! I have a box bracelet in this style. I had a local jeweler remove links to size it down. I was quoted $30, but ended up being charged $160 because he "had to use more gold for solder." (Whatever it is in me that kept me from asking more questions, I can't say...) I wore it for two days and on the second day it came apart as I was taking it off. I ended up sending it to David Klass who repaired it and said the local jeweler cut wires that shouldn't have been cut. I have had no further trouble. All that to say, a *trusted, competent* jeweler should be able to size it for you,

 

[tyty333]

Your experience @Ally66 makes me sick and mad at the same time! They basically break your bracelet and charge you way more
than they quoted you. You got to pay extra for their incompetence!

I'm glad DK was able to fix it for you!

 

[lulu_ma]

@springsparkle based on my research that is a fair deal especially in platinum.

Just make sure that all the diamonds are actually old cuts-if that is important to you. I have seen bracelets advertised as all old cuts with several modern round replacement stones.

 

[Ally66]

@tyty333 , thank you! It was absolutely very frustrating!

 

[springsparkle]

It's a beautiful style! And OECs I think it's wonderfully wearable for any, and no, occasion!

My two cents' worth -- and too many words! I have a box bracelet in this style. I had a local jeweler remove links to size it down. I was quoted $30, but ended up being charged $160 because he "had to use more gold for solder." (Whatever it is in me that kept me from asking more questions, I can't say...) I wore it for two days and on the second day it came apart as I was taking it off. I ended up sending it to David Klass who repaired it and said the local jeweler cut wires that shouldn't have been cut. I have had no further trouble. All that to say, a *trusted, competent* jeweler should be able to size it for you,

I’m so sorry that happened to you! It sounds so frustrating. Thank you for sharing your experience! I was thinking of taking it to a local jeweler if I purchased it, but now that I know I’d definitely send it to DK instead. I’ve worked with him before and would gladly work with him again.

 

[springsparkle]

@springsparkle based on my research that is a fair deal especially in platinum.

Just make sure that all the diamonds are actually old cuts-if that is important to you. I have seen bracelets advertised as all old cuts with several modern round replacement stones.

Thank you for the advice! I found out that this item is final sale, and I’m having trouble contacting someone to get more info about it. I’ll keep trying!

 

[oldminer]

When an item is being sold to the public as a "Final Sale" with no right to return it, the consumer is truly giving up a great deal of their rights without retaining the necessary safety net of typical retail sales. If an item is not defective, broken, damaged or having problems with condition or diamond grading, etc., then why does it need to be a no return sale? There must be a reason for that policy. The consumer is simply taking a large extra risk without a benefit.

A straight line diamond block bracelet, brand new or actually Art Deco period, is far from a one of a kind item. There are plenty to be bought and sold without giving up the right to examine it in person and decide to either complete the deal or to return it. I suggest you keep shopping and play it safe.

Dealers who understand all the nuances of the market and further understand how to repair deficiencies in what they have bought will buy what they want with no plans to reject an item a couple days later. Consumers risking this sort behavior will get burned. Maybe not every time, but often enough to learn it isn't a practical way to get a bargain, but more of a way to have a problem.

 

[springsparkle]

When an item is being sold to the public as a "Final Sale" with no right to return it, the consumer is truly giving up a great deal of their rights without retaining the necessary safety net of typical retail sales. If an item is not defective, broken, damaged or having problems with condition or diamond grading, etc., then why does it need to be a no return sale? There must be a reason for that policy. The consumer is simply taking a large extra risk without a benefit.

A straight line diamond block bracelet, brand new or actually Art Deco period, is far from a one of a kind item. There are plenty to be bought and sold without giving up the right to examine it in person and decide to either complete the deal or to return it. I suggest you keep shopping and play it safe.

Dealers who understand all the nuances of the market and further understand how to repair deficiencies in what they have bought will buy what they want with no plans to reject an item a couple days later. Consumers risking this sort behavior will get burned. Maybe not every time, but often enough to learn it isn't a practical way to get a bargain, but more of a way to have a problem.

Thank you for the advice, that detail was holding me back and I won’t be purchasing this bracelet. Not worth the risk!

 

[lulu_ma]

I found this bracelet. Not sure what the return policy is...

Vintage Art Deco Style Diamond & Platinum Bracelet

Vintage Art Deco Style Diamond & Platinum Bracelet From the 1970s, this supple Platinum bracelet is set with 33 Old European and Transitional Cut Diamonds totaling approx. 3.50 carat of H/I/J color - VS/SI clarity. Each diamond is set in its own box link and the articulated bracelet boasts Art...

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