Gemstone Trade Valuation Centre

Identification of Cat’s Eyes Question:

Greetings from Australia.

I have inherited what I thought was cat eyes jewellery but I find they look nothing like the images on google.

My cats eyes are round, dime-size and have a eyeball look about them.

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They have a dark green round centre, are surrounded by Creamy white and Continue reading Cat's Eye Gemstones?

Colored Diamond Values Question:

Hello, last week I found a 1.34Ct rootbeer colored diamond, cubic in shape with slight valley like fissures.

Stone reflects metallic with rootbeer flashes.

Would a stone such as this have a higher value to a collector, or to have, “someone professional?” evaluate it?

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It is really an attractive stone.

Thanks…

Answer:

G’day Alan and many thanks Continue reading Colored Diamond Values

Coral Beads Question:

Is it okay to buy coral bead jewellery if it has cracks in some of the beads.

Will these worsen with age and can they be repaired?

Thanks -

Chandara

Here’s My Answer:

G’day Chandana and many thanks for your query

Like most things in life - perfect costs more.

The perfect diamond costs more than one with Continue reading Coral Beads

Dating Jewellery and Gemstones:

I forgot to ask…around what time did they start marking gold w/K?

Or what time period did they just use hallmarks on the gold jewellery?

this would help me date it somewhat.

Thanks. Nancy Continue reading How to Date An Item

duel question concerning uncut pricing

Question: 1 is a Ruby a very dark red garnet? and how do I determine the pricing on my sapphires and possible rubies?

Your reply will be extremely helpful. Thank you…

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Answer: G’day and many thanks for your query

Your first gemstone you have described as being a ruby - but then say it is Continue reading Uncut Gemstones