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      07-18-2023, 08:41 PM   #1
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Online jewelry sellers

Sorry, not a watch question but I figure this crowd would have opinions. I searched this section of the site and didn't find a thread like this.

Does anyone have experience with online jewelry sellers, for example The Pearl Source (pearls) or Blue Nile (diamonds)?

Is the quality of the goods as described? Any scams? Any gotchas or pitfalls?

It seems quite simple: filter, sort, click, pay, wait for delivery, done.

Thanks for any comments, or suggestions to other sites focused on the jewelry-buying process.
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      07-18-2023, 09:05 PM   #2
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I purchased my wife’s engagement ring and band from Blue Nile 16 years ago as well as a few other less expensive baubles over time. While the prices were pretty good, it was the selection that helped me select the appropriate size, cut, color and clarity I wanted on a wide selection of bands and materials. There was no way I could get what I did for the money as well as be a somewhat unique and special piece.

Since then, I purchased from diamondere and have been very pleased with their pieces. I purchased a very nice jewel encrusted barrel ring as a 60th birthday present. Everything has held up impeccably and have never needed service or anything like that. We have a small ultrasonic cleaner and that does a great job of keeping everything gleaming. The true test has been how happy my wife has been.
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I purchased my wife’s engagement ring and band from Blue Nile 16 years ago as well as a few other less expensive baubles over time. While the prices were pretty good, it was the selection that helped me select the appropriate size, cut, color and clarity I wanted on a wide selection of bands and materials. There was no way I could get what I did for the money as well as be a somewhat unique and special piece.

Since then, I purchased from diamondere and have been very pleased with their pieces. I purchased a very nice jewel encrusted barrel ring as a 60th birthday present. Everything has held up impeccably and have never needed service or anything like that. We have a small ultrasonic cleaner and that does a great job of keeping everything gleaming. The true test has been how happy my wife has been.
Thanks. Were the stones as advertised/certified? Have you ever had the Blue Nile or diamondere items evaluated or appraised?
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Thanks. Were the stones as advertised/certified? Have you ever had the Blue Nile or diamondere items evaluated or appraised?
All GIA certified, yes. I haven’t actively tracked their independent values for some time, but last I checked, I would have had to pay double to replace so that’s what I insure for.
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Closing the loop - Blue Nile purchase was successful and recipient is satisfied.
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I just bought my wife's Christmas present recently. I looked at a bunch of sites, TNTC, and went with Blue Nile. Cost was good, web billing was easy. Delivery was able to be arranged to a FedEx pick-up (live out in the sticks) via overnight. I did not buy a 'made' ring, but a loose stone instead. (Lab, 2c, D, VVS1, very good cut, GIA) Buying her a ring mount would be like buying her a gun 'for her'. I let her choose...(learned that lesson long ago)

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Teddy Baldassarre

I've learned so much from the info on Teddy Baldassarre's watch website. He's also a official dealer for many brands. https://teddybaldassarre.com/
He's just recently opened his first storefront in his hometown of Westlake (Cinncinatti area) , OH.
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I already posted this information in the Tudor watch thread.

If you want a great selection of used watches in all of the major brands that come with a warranty you should visit the website for Gray and Sons. They have a retail store located in Surfside, FL one block away from the Bal Harbor shopping center.

They also sell fine jewelry but are more known for their watches.

They also have some new, still in the box with papers watches available. It is hit or miss on certain models and you have to be patient as they receive new inventory daily.


https://www.grayandsons.com/?CAWELAI...xoC-Q0QAvD_BwE
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