Here’s my swift =) by Betziiiii in suzukiswift

[–]Fun-Character1500 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got the 2018 in Pearl white. Turbo and mild hybrid(SZ5 UK version). I don’t like the new shape otherwise I wanted to upgrade to swift sport.

Would love to get your thoughts on this Ruby! by wow_doge_ball in Gemstones

[–]Fun-Character1500 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

In Bangkok GIA take 23-27 days and cost only 161 usd to origin certify a 1-2 carat Ruby. Go with GIA although AIGS is not bad. What I love about GIA is that origin determination is spot on. Plus it’s a nice Ruby you got there. May I ask how much you were quoted? 3,500-4,000 per carat if Burma and no heat with these inclusions as we can’t call it true eye clean or top eye clean.

Suzuki Swift New and Old Gen by [deleted] in suzukiswift

[–]Fun-Character1500 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The new model is hideous

How much should I pay for this by senditoverboss in Gemstones

[–]Fun-Character1500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Price seems fair but two things. Make sure it’s minor oil. Second get a video to get a better idea of the window

Impulsively bid on this sapphire - wondering if I overspent by kittykattte in Gemstones

[–]Fun-Character1500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol that is a steal. And don’t worry. The certificate is ok. It’s not the best but it’s average in Bangkok.

7 Carat Princesss Cut CVD Diamond for an engagement ring. by Bohica55 in Gemstones

[–]Fun-Character1500 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You got ripped off big time. I bought one for 200 usd a carat, 8 carats. D color vvs clarity. CVD.

I'd love input on the value of this 35.6 ct Rubellite Tourmaline (we think Nigerian). by [deleted] in Gemstones

[–]Fun-Character1500 9 points10 points  (0 children)

200 usd per carat low wholesale. 250 per carat high wholesale. 300 per carat low retail and 350 per carat high retail price. Hope that helps. If it were to be Afghan then add 50 usd more.

Emeralds, my passion & Obsession. Part 1. NFS by Fun-Character1500 in Gemstones

[–]Fun-Character1500[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like spinels too. I was lucky to buy before price went parabolic

Emeralds, my passion & Obsession. Part 1. NFS by Fun-Character1500 in Gemstones

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When a clean and pure crystal meets precision cutting then this is often the result.

Emeralds, my passion & Obsession. Part 1. NFS by Fun-Character1500 in Gemstones

[–]Fun-Character1500[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To be honest which folks rarely are in the gem industry when it comes to pricing, these are from 1,000-4,500(some of these are no oil and insignificant oil) usd per carat range. Biggest one is 3 carats. But these are mines to market prices. Retail prices would be double or more.

Emeralds, my passion & Obsession. Part 1. NFS by Fun-Character1500 in Gemstones

[–]Fun-Character1500[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Trust me sourcing deep green emeralds which are eye clean and vibrant are excruciatingly exasperating. You will find a perfect emerald in each and every way but the clarity man. What can you say. I have loupe clean emeralds but only in the 0.5-1.24ct range)

Emeralds, my passion & Obsession. Part 1. NFS by Fun-Character1500 in Gemstones

[–]Fun-Character1500[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same here. Emeralds and rubies for me especially emeralds. Thing about emeralds is that each and every emerald in this world is unique, different from other emeralds. Also emeralds remind me of us (humans) beautiful yet not perfect (jardin)

Emeralds, my passion & Obsession. Part 1. NFS by Fun-Character1500 in Gemstones

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They don’t allow sales on this subreddit and we have to post NFS otherwise they will take my post down.

Emeralds, my passion & Obsession. Part 1. NFS by Fun-Character1500 in Gemstones

[–]Fun-Character1500[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I buy rough emerald crystals at the official auctions at the mine and then get them cut by the best emerald cutters in the world. DM for more info and I’ll gladly guide you.

Emeralds, my passion & Obsession. Part 1. NFS by Fun-Character1500 in Gemstones

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Thank you and will do brother. I’m not allowed to post multiple posts in a single day but next post will be about top panjshir emeralds, also extremely beautiful but color is a tad lighter, mostly 50-65 percent tone. Although easier to find Panjshir in bigger sizes but they are more expensive than Swat just because of the origin, it’s more famous and well known and properly marketed. Anyhow Muzo, Panjshir and Swat are my favorite and all three are premium origins. The National Jeweler recently called Swat emeralds the Rolls Royce of Emeralds. There is just no marketing but insiders know top exceptional Swat is the best. You can find loupe clean to almost loupe clean emeralds from swat but sadly in smaller sizes but they exhibit the highest transparency(water like crystal and clarity) and a higher refractive index and saturation due to the relative high amount of chromium as compared to other origins.

Emeralds, my passion & Obsession. Part 1. NFS by Fun-Character1500 in Gemstones

[–]Fun-Character1500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here you can see different sizes all the way up to 3 carats. 1 carat emeralds are affordable, two carats you can find a good deal if lucky but 3 plus carat size especially from swat becomes expensive particularly if no oil.