These days, many fake diamonds appear real to the untrained eye. Only a certified diamond appraiser can tell for sure. That means you cannot trust the “expert” opinion of the clerk at a jewelry store mall or the local pawn shop owner, unless they happen to be certified gemologists. And that is as rare as a real diamond.
Diamond Buyers NYC uses only certified gemologists to complete their free appraisals. You can also get the appraisal in writing in the form of an expert report for insurances or resale purposes or as proof of current value for any reason.
Take heed: This almost never happens. Even if a long time has elapsed between the purchase of a diamond and the value of diamonds has appreciated, you are unlikely to find a diamond buyer who will offer you a figure close to what you paid. This is mostly due to the cost of doing business, and the hidden factor that many diamond sellers offer their wares on consignment, which makes buying for cash risky to them.
Your best bet is to sell a diamond online, where there is very little overhead. See our easy
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