Reducing the risks with resetting my diamond

[jechow.ca]

I have a 1 ct, E color, VVS2 round diamond (without any laser inscriptions) that I would like to reset from a ring into a pendent. My concern is due to the lack of inclusions that if I were to give this diamond to any jewelry there is a chance that the diamond may be switched for a different diamond or even a synthetic diamond. I am planning on using a local jeweler to do the resetting. This individual appears reputable as my friend has been doing business with this individual for years but you never now. Thus, is there anything else that I can do to ensure that I get my diamond back when it is reset?

Thanks

 

[CharmyPoo]

We tend to be over worried about these things but if it is a reputable jeweler .. they won't do anything wrong. They deal with much more expensive diamonds every day and their business depends on their reputation.

To be extra safe, you can have your diamond indepdently appraised first and then do another check after.

 

[yssie]

I have a 1 ct, E color, VVS2 round diamond (without any laser inscriptions) that I would like to reset from a ring into a pendent. My concern is due to the lack of inclusions that if I were to give this diamond to any jewelry there is a chance that the diamond may be switched for a different diamond or even a synthetic diamond. I am planning on using a local jeweler to do the resetting. This individual appears reputable as my friend has been doing business with this individual for years but you never now. Thus, is there anything else that I can do to ensure that I get my diamond back when it is reset?

Thanks

Ditto - no reputable jeweller is going to risk his/her reputation by switching out a customer's stone, that would spell the business' sure death! But accidents do happen, so 1) Make sure the stone is insured for shipping & setting - if you are in the US Jeweler's Mutual I know will insure your loose stone, but you'll need an appraisal dated w/in 18months I believe, and 2) buy yourself a loupe and inspect (or have your appraiser point out for you) your stone's unique facet patterning characteristics, if you are uncomfortable relying on the inclusion pattern in your VVS.

 

[denverappraiser]

Get it appraised. Get it insured. Have it reinspected and reappraised after the job is done. 'Update' the insurance to be for the new item.

What you are describing would be an insurable loss from nearly every policy. I would be far more concerned about damage during the job than of the dealer stealing your diamond by the way.

 

[shihtzulover]

How common is it for a diamond to be damaged during the setting process? Like the original poster, I am also considering a new setting, although I am looking to possibly switch engagement ring settings. I am especially concerned because it is a princess cut diamond, and I know that their corners are quite fragile.

Also, is a diamond just as likely to be damaged during prong tightening? It seems like that might cause the same stress.

 

[lbbaber]

How common is it for a diamond to be damaged during the setting process? Like the original poster, I am also considering a new setting, although I am looking to possibly switch engagement ring settings. I am especially concerned because it is a princess cut diamond, and I know that their corners are quite fragile.

Also, is a diamond just as likely to be damaged during prong tightening? It seems like that might cause the same stress.

Hi Shihtzulover, I hope someone can answer your question. I also have a princess and I am petrified that if I do ANYTHING (ie tightening prongs, resetting) the corners will chip. I specifically bought a princess with a thick girdle (hoping it will help) but I feel like-no matter what-the corners will be broken at some point.