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Question: How can I place the diamonds off my engagement ring to another ring?

I basically want a new ring setting and have no idea how to go about it

Answer: Go to a good, reputable jeweler. I've always liked ...

Go to a good, reputable jeweler. I've always liked small, family-run jewelry stores. Alot of the times, the owner/jeweler is also a jewelry designer. They should be able to place your diamonds into whatever you want (I've had lots of jewelry redesigned)....

Answer: Go to a local (and reputable) jeweler. You can give them an ...

Go to a local (and reputable) jeweler. You can give them an idea of how you want to reset your stones and they tell if it can be done. If it can't be done, they can give you ideas of different settings.

Answer: Just pop it out with a screwdriver. Duh.

Just pop it out with a screwdriver. Duh.

Answer: If you go to a good Goldsmith/ jeweller they should have no ...

If you go to a good Goldsmith/ jeweller they should have no problem in doing this for you. If you want to know more information about the usual process here is a good link that explains it all, http://www.wightmangoldsmiths.co.uk/restyling.htm You also may find this interesting too, http://www.wightmangoldsmiths.co.uk/timeless.htm I hope this is useful to you.

Question: Can you Pawn in diamond Rings with missing Diamonds?

I got a diamond ring, and I'd like to Pawn it in, but i'm kissing 2-2 diamonds of 11. Will the Pawn shop still take it? I heard they will...

Answer: Yes any gold diamonds ect.

Yes any gold diamonds ect.

Answer: sure but won't give much probably scrap value.

sure but won't give much probably scrap value.

Answer: yeah but they wont give you much for it

yeah but they wont give you much for it

Answer: when you pawn something it goes on the weight of the item, ...

when you pawn something it goes on the weight of the item, so it dosn,t matter if there is stones missing.

Answer: I believe so coz when you chattel an item in pawn, the value ...

I believe so coz when you chattel an item in pawn, the value is sometimes based on the stone or gold rather than the design or the item as a whole. It also does not matter whether its a family heirloom or a new item. A pawnbroker is like a "licensed money lender" who accepts jewellery and other items of value as collateral for a loan which is about 60% of the assessed value. Now the pawnbroker may just assess the diamonds and the metal rather than the ring as a whole - Good Luck.

Answer: I work at a pawn shop. We accept gold or platinum jewelry ...

I work at a pawn shop. We accept gold or platinum jewelry that has stones missing as long as the metal passes our scratch test, as with any other jewelry. The weight of the piece will be multiplied by whatever amount per gram we loan/buy SCRAP jewelry for, which is considerably less than a resaleable piece of jewelry. Don't expect too much. The most I've loaned on a gold ring with missing stones is 30 bucks. Good luck to you. Oh, and if the associate's quote is not to your liking, don't be afraid to say "never mind". We get that all the time.

Question: How much is a 5/8 carat diamond ring worth if sold to pawn shop or jewelry buyer?

I have so many diamond rings that bear bad memories I am trying to get rid of.

Answer: To be honest, it won't be worth a lot. Pawn Brokers and ...

To be honest, it won't be worth a lot. Pawn Brokers and Jewllers usually give the minimal amount to the seller. Your best bet is to sell it privately or auction it on e-bay. That way you should get somewhere near to the price you want.

Answer: The won't give you barely any money. I got $1,000 for ...

The won't give you barely any money. I got $1,000 for three diamond rings: 2 1/2 carat engagement rings, and another ring with many smaller diamonds in it. It was a horrible deal.

Answer: The answer will mainly depend upon the quality of the ...

The answer will mainly depend upon the quality of the diamonds, the type of metal used for the setting and the general condition of the ring. To give you an idea, we own a diamond jewellery company in the UK and we would sell a 0.65 carat diamond ring in 18k gold for between $1600 to $5000 depending upon the quality of the diamonds used. The market for second hand jewellery that has no sentimental value to the new owner I'm afriad is not strong. I would estimate you could look to recieve about 20-30% of the retail value if the ring is uncertified and perhaps upto 50% if the ring is a modern design and certified but this would be through ebay rather than trading it into pawn shop. I'd suggest getting a good idea of the new value first by looking at one of the on-line jewellery stores. As well as ourselves, Bluenile are also a good option for this purpose.

Answer: I work at a pawn shop. Let me school you in that area. A 5/8 ...

I work at a pawn shop. Let me school you in that area. A 5/8 carat is......62 points. The point value is just a decimal amount of the size. I work better with decimals :). Alot depends on the quality and cut of the diamond. I'll give youpawn shops rates: An I2 or I3 clarity 5/8 size will bring you $60. An I1 clarity will bring you $80, SI will bring $140, VS will bring $250, plus gold weight.

Question: If I buy a diamond ring how do I know that it isn't a conflict diamond?

The reason I ask is that I would hate to support the trade of such diamonds

Answer: You wouldn't know, they lie. The diamond trade is bad ...

You wouldn't know, they lie. The diamond trade is bad and it is going to get worse. I went to Africa on trip..It was horrible at some of things they told me. I llove diamonds though

Answer: CanadaMark diamonds are apparently the only conflict-free ...

CanadaMark diamonds are apparently the only conflict-free diamonds certified by the Conflict Free Diamond Council.

Answer: most diamonds are conflict diamonds, I want to buy a diamond ...

most diamonds are conflict diamonds, I want to buy a diamond ring for a few months now but I have the same issue like you, so I am kind of torn between the beauty of diamonds and worrying if I buy diamond I will be supporting the conflict

Answer: Buy them from the National Park in Arkansas....keep the ...

Buy them from the National Park in Arkansas....keep the scandal money in the country. I'd be more concerned they were trying to palm off cz. EDIT: If you are that concerned, try buying old jewelry, crafted before the issue arose. It is very simple to remove the stones, and you will be recycling at the same time. It's the market that drives the CSO....even buying Canadian feeds the market. The money may go elsewhere, but it is still a "new" diamond.

Answer: ok I did a research project on this. don't go to any ...

ok I did a research project on this. don't go to any jewelry store like kays or tiffanys. go to a jeweler, real one they aren't conflict diamonds and also blood diamonds are illegal and the US doesnt sell them. If you go to a real jeweler you will get the best price and quality

Answer: your a good person! I would say to ask the dealer, but I ...

your a good person! I would say to ask the dealer, but I learned that expensive diamonds are less likely to be conflict

Answer: Canadian diamonds are not conflict diamonds. They have an ...

Canadian diamonds are not conflict diamonds. They have an insignia engraved on them that you can only see with high magnification that sets them apart from the others.

Answer: I have made a decision to only buy cubic zirconia, Much ...

I have made a decision to only buy cubic zirconia, Much cheaper and no one dies :) Cubic zirconia are just as beautiful as real diamonds and no one will know the difference. If you are giving the diamond to someone, just let them know why you chose that kind of stone.

Answer: It is impossible to know for a consumer. If you buy through ...

It is impossible to know for a consumer. If you buy through a normal (famous) jeweler, the chance to get a blood diamond is very, very small <1% even ! (maybe have a look at www.diamondfacts.org)

Answer: In all honesty, you wouldn't be able to find out 100%. ...

In all honesty, you wouldn't be able to find out 100%. What we do know in the trade and our perspective is this. Conflict diamonds were a significant issue in the mid to late 90's. Since the late 90's and early 21st century the issue was addressed to many major companies and countries that participate in the mining of rough diamonds. Since then the effort to work against conflict diamonds and to safeguard the integrity of the industry has resulted in the Kimberley Process adopted in 2003. The KP is a 3 step process to help minimize conflict diamonds in the trade. Please refer to wikipedia, or google searches in regards to the Kimberley Process. Although steps have been taken to address conflict diamonds there is really no 100% guarantee that every diamond found in modern markets is conflict free. In regards to using an old diamond, I doubt that is a guarantee since diamonds and all other precious commodities have been used for many years to fund propoganda campaigns, just because the stone is older doesn't guarantee the fact that it was conflict free. But what I do have to say is this. Conflict diamonds represent only a very minor percentage of diamonds mined every year for the jewelry and industrial industries. What you need to logically think of is this. What are the chances of you purchasing one? In addition be aware that there have been countries and companies that have been cited, warned, or kicked out of doing business in the trade because they were unable to prove papers or sources for certain diamonds that were being sold. All in all there are many more good that comes from the diamond industry then bad. I also see that someone has told you to check out diamond facts.org. It is a shame on humanity that conflict diamonds do exist but by logically think through and weighing the facts and chances of your purchase actually being a conflict diamond, you'll find that the chances are more that the diamond came from a legitimate source and provided a worker with an income to support his family and living. If you don't mind spending possibly up to 30% or more for peace of mind then purchase a Canadian mined diamond. They advertise their diamonds as conflict free since there are no wars to speak of in Canada. I hope this helps settle your concerns and I also look forward to a day where no commodity or resource is used for propaganda or harm.

Question: Can you get an old diamond ring restored?

As for the metal the color has faded and looks old, and the diamonds look dull. Can I put it in another gold setting?

Answer: Take it to a local jeweler (not one of the chains in the ...

Take it to a local jeweler (not one of the chains in the mall, they will over charge you, and also not do a very good job) and they can do work on it. They can defiantly put it in a new setting, and clean up the diamonds.

Answer: If its white gold then you need to have it rhodium plated, ...

If its white gold then you need to have it rhodium plated, to get the luster back. Either way you can clean it yourself first with some soapy dishwater and a toothbrush. To polish the metal you can buy a polishing cloth, they have them at the jewelry section in department stores. If all that doesnt do it then you can still put it in another ring setting!

Answer: Getting the gold to sparkle should not be a problem, all ...

Getting the gold to sparkle should not be a problem, all that would require would be a re polish and in he case of white cold, possibly re rhodium ed. The Diamonds however could be more of a problem. The first thing I would recomend is cleaning the ring throughly. I have posted a link for a great way to clean the ring and Diamonds. http://www.wightmangoldsmiths.co.uk/jewellery%20clean.htm After you have done this check to see if the Diamonds sparkle. If they still don't then I am afraid they may never do. If the Diamonds are in a rub over setting then you maybe able to get them to look a little more sparkley if they are put in claw settings. This is because a claw allows more light into the stone. If you would like to know more about Diamonds, why they sparkle and information on Diamond grading, here is a link to some articles you may find interesting, http://www.wightmangoldsmiths.co.uk/diainfo.htm Putting your Diamonds in another setting should not be a problem. If you wish to do this then take it to a good Goldsmith or jeweller and they should be able to do what you want. Here is more information on restyling a ring, http://www.wightmangoldsmiths.co.uk/restyling.htm I hoe this is helpful to you

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