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Rfisher said:
Lovely color! Do any of the inclusions extend to the surface in a way that would make you question its stability for jewelry or a pendant over a ring?
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No, they are not surface reaching. I was looking at it last night in the kitchen, and it has some otherworldly glow from inside, like a little cosmos. I was mesmerized by the beauty!
 
@MrsKMB
Best of both worlds to my eyes!!!
That’s awesome you snagged it
:love:
 
lovedogs said:
Seriously!!!! No clue how it's still available.
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Maybe because of this: Final reduction! Asking $900 via PayPal friends and family.
 
Musia said:
Maybe because of this: Final reduction! Asking $900 via PayPal friends and family.
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I doubt that’s the reason. Most sellers request PayPal friends and family (but are usually happy to do standard PayPal, if the buyer is willing to pay the extra fees).

I’d say the main reason it hasn’t sold yet is because it’s a size 9.5.
 
elle_71125 said:
I’d say the main reason it hasn’t sold yet is because it’s a size 9.5
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Thank you for the explanation. I am very new to LT, had never met any seller on eBay who asks to be paid via PP F&F
 
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I’ve had a very positive purchase on LT from this seller, and she couldn’t have been more accommodating.
Two thumbs up.
Or I guess in EBay speak:
~~AA+++ AwEsOmE feedback SELLER A+!!~~
 
Musia said:
Thank you for the explanation. I am very new to LT, had never met any seller on eBay who asks to be paid via PP F&F
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Happy to help. LT is a place where a lot of jewelry lovers are selling to other jewelry lovers (many of them PSers). There are some vendors posting on there and even some scam artists so it’s important to be careful and do your due diligence. Also, it’s important to note that most private sellers on LT are selling as “final sale.”

Having said that, I’ve also purchased from this person and she was great every step of the way (pretty much what @Rfisher said).
 
@Musia Even though it’s pretty much the norm on LT to list F&F prices, that doesn’t make it a good idea. Here on PS there is kind of a known community. But F&F doesn’t provide much protection to the buyer. I trust the seller of the beautiful spinel ring, but if you have any qualms whatsoever, pay the extra PayPal fees.

I had a nervous week after I bought a stone from somebody who said she got the flu and couldn’t mail it right away. It arrived after 2 weeks, but if it didn’t, I had zero recourse. Do your homework.
 
dk168 said:
As seen in The Gem Trader's latest mail drop (sorry, can't post the link), a nice pair of mis-match Tourmaline if anyone is planning for a by-pass ring.
I would, however, I already have a pair (Aqua and Tourmaline) waiting to be set.
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DK :))
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I finally got these set! Totally lost the light in my exile office.
 
Musia said:
Thank you for the explanation. I am very new to LT, had never met any seller on eBay who asks to be paid via PP F&F
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I would not hesitate to buy using PP F&F from this PS member and many of our other lovely members. If you really like an item and do not want to use F&F you can always ask the seller to use traditional PP and pay the extra PP fees. I think most would be open to that option if they know you through the forum.

The ring is beautiful and the right buyer will come along.
 
CSpan said:
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I finally got these set! Totally lost the light in my exile office.
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This is gorgeous! I’m adding this idea for mis-matched stone pairs to my inspiration folder :))
 
www.finewatergems.com

6.93 ct Spessartite Garnet

6.93 ct Spessartite Garnet
www.finewatergems.com

That is my holy grail for spessartite. Unfortunately, not in a great financial position at the moment, but one of you should go for it!
 
MissyBeaucoup said:
@Musia Even though it’s pretty much the norm on LT to list F&F prices, that doesn’t make it a good idea. Here on PS there is kind of a known community. But F&F doesn’t provide much protection to the buyer. I trust the seller of the beautiful spinel ring, but if you have any qualms whatsoever, pay the extra PayPal fees.

I had a nervous week after I bought a stone from somebody who said she got the flu and couldn’t mail it right away. It arrived after 2 weeks, but if it didn’t, I had zero recourse. Do your homework.
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I know this is old but just to chime in - Paypal purchase protection apparently doesn't cover jewelry. Once people figured that out, most switched to F&F since there is no reason to pay the fees if they aren't protecting the purchase anyway.

Paypal warning - your custom jewelry purchase may not be covered

Hi everyone - I was asked to pass this along since we are ordering a lot from China over here. There have been a couple of PP cases that people have not be won lately. I think it is important to reiterate some of the risks associated with ordering custom jewelry through some of the Chinese...
www.pricescope.com
 
distracts said:
Paypal purchase protection apparently doesn't cover jewelry.
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Well, that sucks. I really need to start reading the fine print. :oops2:
 
voce said:

Bayco GRS Certified "Pigeon's Blood" 5.03 Oval Burma Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring For Sale at 1stdibs

For Sale on 1stdibs - A platinum ring centered upon a 5.03 carat oval 'pigeon's blood' Burma ruby, certified by GRS and C. Dunaigre, flanked by colorless epaulet diamonds weighing
www.1stdibs.com www.1stdibs.com

How could this not grab your attention! I can't believe this baby is available for sale.
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I know nothing about pricing of large rubies. Is that considered expensive for a 5ct Burmese ruby? I'm totally clueless.

The one ring I have been obsessed with on 1stdibs is this one.

Robert Vogelsang 1.85 Carat Vanadium Chrysoberyl Platinum Engagement Ring For Sale at 1stdibs

For Sale on 1stdibs - A fine blueish green Vanadium Chrysoberyl of 1.85 carat F,G vvs and two cushion cut diamonds with a total of 0.63 carat are set with 0.10 carat of small
www.1stdibs.com www.1stdibs.com

Again I know nothing about top tier vanadium chrysoberyl pricing but the price seems actually decent considering what alexandrites go for. I'd much rather have this than alexandrite.
 
Ok back to earth before anybody says I should have posted instead in the lottery edition thread :lol:, I think somebody here should buy this grey spinel and set it in a halo and show us lots of pictures.


www.gemrite.com

Steel blue Spinel 2.15 cts.

Grayish blue spinel 2.15 cts.
www.gemrite.com www.gemrite.com


It's an unusual cut and faces up large for a 2.15ct due to that special cut, I don't know about the steel blue part it to me is a grey spinel. I don't go for grey spinels but this is a nice one. Tempting, even! I really wonder what the cut looks like in real life.
 
Cockatiel said:
I know nothing about pricing of large rubies. Is that considered expensive for a 5ct Burmese ruby? I'm totally clueless.

The one ring I have been obsessed with on 1stdibs is this one.

Robert Vogelsang 1.85 Carat Vanadium Chrysoberyl Platinum Engagement Ring For Sale at 1stdibs

For Sale on 1stdibs - A fine blueish green Vanadium Chrysoberyl of 1.85 carat F,G vvs and two cushion cut diamonds with a total of 0.63 carat are set with 0.10 carat of small
www.1stdibs.com www.1stdibs.com

Again I know nothing about top tier vanadium chrysoberyl pricing but the price seems actually decent considering what alexandrites go for. I'd much rather have this than alexandrite.
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Assuming heat only or unheated (treatment not disclosed but will be known if you make inquiries since there is a reliable report), this is CHEAP for large Burmese ruby, considering that excellent color.
 

Precision Gem - Gemstones for sale

Precision Gem Store - listing of current gemstones custom precision cut.
www.precisiongem.com www.precisiongem.com

Definitely out of my budget for now, but this unheated sapphire is also a bargain and a beautiful stunner!
 
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