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rgnovvv Jul 1st, 2011 02:20 PM

Diamond Dealer
 
I am looking for a reputable Diamond Dealer to work with on a purchase in NYC. Is there one in the diamond district anyone has had good business dealings with?

If not second choice is Troy/Birmingham Michigan area.

Thank you for your help on this.

qwovadis Jul 1st, 2011 02:33 PM

bluenile.com my fav

some issues with using Israeli

"conflict diamonds"

makeing their prices very competitive right now.

Beware many shysters scammers they might get the diamond mine

and u might get the shaft...

nytraveler Jul 1st, 2011 04:30 PM

It is worth using a special diamond merchant - rather than a local jeweler only if 2 conditions apply
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1) you are planning on spending a significant amount of money (don't bother for $1 or $2 thousand)

2) you know enough about diamonds to know what you're looking at - not just size and cut - but also color and quality (If you don;t it's really easy to overspend)

And you never trust any dealer - you buy only on the basis of a confirmatory valuation by a jeweler of your choice.

For a basic engagement ring or ear studs you are better off going to a reputable local place

sf7307 Jul 1st, 2011 05:22 PM

After doing a great deal of research in both retail stores (regular and high-end), Blue Nile and other online sources, and a Diamond District jeweler whom they didn't like, my son and his fiancé recently bought her engagement ring and wedding band from a second DD jeweler, Blauweiss-Berkowitz. They were very happy with the service and the price..

Aduchamp1 Jul 1st, 2011 06:38 PM

Let me check, I know someone who works in the Diamond District.

Roughly what type of cut, clarity, and size?

rgnovvv Jul 2nd, 2011 02:50 PM

Halo style round diamond studs, size ~1.75 ct wt.
Looking at S1-2 and E-G color.
Or round cut with a halo style jacket.
Thanks

Aduchamp1 Jul 2nd, 2011 03:19 PM

Thanks I will send it along.

mclaurie Jul 4th, 2011 10:24 AM

Peter Germano is regularly recommended on tripadvisor forum and many people have bought engagement rings from him and been very satisfied. http://www.peterjgermano.com/index.html

Aduchamp1 Jul 4th, 2011 10:57 AM

My friend who designs engagment rings and works in the Diamond District asked if you can google some designs, so he can better help you.

IMDonehere Jul 14th, 2015 02:23 AM

You are only four years too late.

SaylerT Jul 14th, 2015 09:48 AM

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